2001 Oldsmobile Alero GL review from North America
"I hope it lasts at least three more years"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
The sealant on the windows started leaking a couple of months after I purchased the car. This caused me to have to get new carpet for the back floor. I have had to replace the brakes. The blinkers stopped working, during the time the "blinker recall" was announced. On numerous occasions my car would not start, unless I reset the pass-lock system. It didn't do this anymore after I bought a remote car starter.
General comments?
This was my first new car and the experience has been terrible. I hope my engine doesn't go out like my friends Grand AM.
I love the sound of my radio, but clearly this is not going to pay for the expenses I will run into next.
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| Never own one again |
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| Very good |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| Model year | 2001 |
| Year of manufacture | 2001 |
| First year of ownership | 2001 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2004 |
| Engine and transmission | 6v Automatic |
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| Distance when acquired | 74 miles |
| Most recent distance | 56014 miles |
| Previous car | Ford Escort |
| Date of Entry | 27th September, 2004 |