1989 Oldsmobile 98 Regency Broughm review from North America
"A real beast"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Horn would go off by its self in cold weather.
Gas lines rotted out to the point of leaking at around 151000 miles. This cost almost $400 to repair.
Brake lines also rusted out and in need of replacement now.
Seats worn due to heavy use.
General comments?
This has been overall a good car. However several expensive repairs just months after getting it were a bit discouraging. Guess rust is just part of life in the great northeast.
Other than that it has been a very reliable car, having no problems starting up, even in the bitter cold (-30F) weather this winter.
This beast is an excellent winter weather car, with very little slipping or sliding even in the worst of conditions.
Very strong car also, had a small crash with a Chevy S10 pickup, the S10 lost its back bumper while the beast only had a cracked turn signal.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 1989 |
| First year of ownership | 2002 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2003 |
| Engine and transmission | V6 3.8L Automatic |
| Performance marks | 10 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 9 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 8 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 10 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 9 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 150000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 154000 miles |
| Date of Entry | 21st February, 2003 |