1999 Oldsmobile Alero review from North America
"Was great for first 4 years"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Terrific car for the first 3 years and 80000km or so.
Then the classic lower intake manifold gaskets went.
In short order after this;
It eats front bearings every 30000km.
Power drivers window goes frequently.
Lower manifold gaskets again at 160000km.
Rust along front of hood at 4 years old.
O-2 sensors every year or so.
Water pump at 100000km.
A few other things that are actually quite reasonable for thier life expectancy... struts, etc.
General comments?
Was a terrific car for the first 3 years and 80000km or so. Great power, great handling, stylish, good equipment and features, awesome highway cruiser.
Only regret is having kept it for so long. Should have sold it earlier.
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| If you can get past the problems, Alero has potential: MUCH better than the Achieva it replaced! |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| Year of manufacture | 1999 |
| First year of ownership | 1999 |
| Engine and transmission | 3.4 V6 Automatic |
| Performance marks | 8 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 5 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 8 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 8 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 4 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 0 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 168000 kilometres |
| Previous car | Chrysler Shadow |
| Date of Entry | 27th May, 2008 |