1999 Oldsmobile Alero review from North America
"Fast, sleek, uncomfortable, and a brake system nightmare"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Front rotors replaced at 26000 under warranty.
Front rotors replaced again at 58000.
Rear brakes replaced at 60000. Big bucks.
Switch on passenger door for automatic window does not function unless the driver wiggles the window lock/unlock button from the drivers door.
Struts needs replaced at 58000.
Brake booster pump bad at 58000.
General comments?
The car is quick, and handles well.
However, compared to my company car (a Ford Taurus), the drivers seat is NOT very comfortable. I cannot drive long distances in this car without back pain. My Taurus just feels great, and I can drive 1000 mile in a day and be free of back pain.
I would not purchase this car again, cannot with until it is paid for so I can sell it.
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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 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2003 |
| Engine and transmission | 4 cylinder Automatic |
| Performance marks | 8 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 7 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 4 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 3 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 6 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 13000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 64000 miles |
| Previous car | Ford Explorer |
| Date of Entry | 7th June, 2003 |