1995 Oldsmobile Achieva S review from North America
"The car was probably an intermediate step toward a better model, perhaps Alero?"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
The transmission failed at 95000 km.
Oil and fuel gauges stopped being accurate at 80000 km.
Minor issues: muffler holder (bracket) corroded quickly, had to replace it at 60000 km under the warranty, but the new one is perfect.
One loud speaker had to be replaced under the warranty.
General comments?
The car has a very good engine, good acceleration and better comfort than you'd expect.
Fuel consumption varies from 5.5 l to 15 liters per 100 km which is very good.
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| Great first reliable car |
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| OK basic transportation |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 1995 |
| First year of ownership | 1998 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2003 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.3L Automatic |
| Performance marks | 9 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 8 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 9 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 7 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 8 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 56000 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 106000 kilometres |
| Previous car | Chrysler LeBaron |
| Date of Entry | 20th February, 2003 |