1994 Oldsmobile Achieva S review from North America
"A terrific car with lousy airconditioning!"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Air conditioning went in 1997 - repaired for $250 - lasted one month - ultimately told I needed a new evaporator core, condensor, and compressor. I said forget it - and had a sunroof installed.
Alternator at 120,000 kms - $250.
Rubber bushings for the front suspension at 110,000 kms - $250.
General comments?
Except for the rotten airconditioning, this is a terrific car - solid, powerful, very rust resistant. To me it is part sports car (full instrumentation - not just a tach but oil pressure, volts, temp etc.), part luxury car. It is a little cramped leg room wise, and it has a massive turning circle. But, it is a wonderful car that has aged very very well!
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| THIS CAR IS AN OVER-ACHIEVA! Olds Reliable! Sweetest car I've ever owned! |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 1994 |
| First year of ownership | 1995 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2001 |
| Engine and transmission | 3.1L V-6 Automatic |
| Performance marks | 9 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 9 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 8 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 8 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 9 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 44000 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 175000 kilometres |
| Previous car | Ford Escort |
| Date of Entry | 30th May, 2001 |