1998 Oldsmobile Alero review from North America
"I wouldn't recommend this car to a friend"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Brakes have had to be done twice in the year and a half that we've owned the car.
Passenger window wouldn't work with drivers side switch.
Fan blower had to be replaced.
Blew the transmission at 45,000 miles.
Seats and seat belts are not comfortable.
General comments?
We are very disappointed in this car.
It looks great and drives like a sports car, but, it's not worth it.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 1998 |
| First year of ownership | 2001 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2003 |
| Engine and transmission | Automatic |
| Performance marks | 7 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 7 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 4 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 7 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 24000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 50400 miles |
| Previous car | Mercury Topaz |
| Date of Entry | 2nd June, 2003 |