1999 Oldsmobile Alero GLS Coupe review from North America
"A dependable car with an affordable price"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Drivers side power window quit working. It had 20,000 miles at the time and was covered under the warranty.
New brake pads at 40,000 miles.
There are several cracks in the leather of the back seat and one in the passengers seat.
I still haven't fixed the recall on the console between the seats. It needs a new latch.
The horn is located on the cushion where the airbag is. I have trouble getting the horn to work when I need it immediately. I usually have to look down and press it precisely where the horn area is. There is no button and you have to press exactly where the little horn design is.
General comments?
It rarely needs anything, just gas and oil changes. It performs great and looks awesome.
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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? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 1999 |
| First year of ownership | 1999 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2002 |
| Engine and transmission | 3.4 Automatic |
| Performance marks | 9 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 10 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 9 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 8 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 10 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 100 miles |
| Most recent distance | 56000 miles |
| Previous car | Eagle Talon |
| Date of Entry | 25th January, 2002 |