1995 Oldsmobile 98 Royale review from North America
"This car is truly a disapointment."
What things have gone wrong with the car?
New transmission at less than 60,000.$$$$
New air conditioner system less than 60,000 miles.$$$
New starter at around 75,000.$
At 98,000,I replaced my radiator since the service rep stated that was the leak problem. It still was losing water.
I went to another GMC/Olds to have a new line replaced.
I also had to repair the brake system. (and I am not talking about just pads). I also had an engine gasket.
The next day the car started overheating. Towed it in to find the hose came loose. (Engine damage?)
Now, $2,000 in the last 3 weeks and my engine light is on.
I'm a single mother struggling. I am so unhappy with this 95 Royal and I've put so much money into it! My 84 Calais was wonderful! That's why I bought another Olds. Never again!
General comments?
I love the inside of this car. I love the way it rides.
Repair and reliability has been an on- going nightmare. My credit cards reflect that.
I have had so many problems since about 24,000 miles. I wonder if it was damaged in some way before I bought it.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| Model year | 1995 |
| Year of manufacture | 1995 |
| First year of ownership | 1995 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2004 |
| Engine and transmission | six cylinder Automatic |
| Performance marks | 6 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 4 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 10 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 6 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 4000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 98000 miles |
| Previous car | Oldsmobile Calais |
| Date of Entry | 17th December, 2004 |