1995 Oldsmobile Achieva S review from North America
"More car than I ever could have expected for the money"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Alternator died at 40k, oil sensor just started malfunctioning recently, starter switch broke early on. Much of this I attribute to any used car previously leased (they tend to get abused).
General comments?
I love my car, and I can't say that about many. Ample power for one passenger and adequate for four adults. Aesthetically pleasing interior, though I wish there were less plastic. Comfortable on long rides and very confident in bad weather.
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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 | 2000 |
| Engine and transmission | 3.1 L V-6 Automatic |
| Performance marks | 9 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 10 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 8 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 10 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 7 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 34000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 84000 miles |
| Previous car | Ford Tempo |
| Date of Entry | 20th June, 2000 |