1999 Oldsmobile Alero GL review from North America
"A reliable, responsive car at a great price"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Dome light fell out and reattached under warranty.
Side windows scratched and replaced under warranty.
Alternator replaced at 76800 miles.
Rear side windows stopped working at 81400 miles.
Tie rods replaced at 82000 miles.
General comments?
The Alero is fun to drive. The steering, suspension, brakes, and transmission work together to deliver a confidence inspiring driving experience.
The ride is comfortable over smooth roads, but can be jarring over rough surfaces like old concrete. The sport suspension takes a beating on poorly maintained roads.
The four cylinder engine delivers impressive mileage, but is stressed when accelerating the car from a dead stop and low speeds.
I have maintained my car and so far have not had major mechanical failures. The Alero is not a poorly built car. When a car is abused and not properly maintained it will start falling apart in time, regardless of its cost.
I'll miss Oldsmobile! They should have killed Saturn.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Model year | 1999 |
| Year of manufacture | 1998 |
| First year of ownership | 2000 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2005 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.4 I4 Automatic |
| Performance marks | 7 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 9 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 8 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 8 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 3 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 6100 miles |
| Most recent distance | 82260 miles |
| Previous car | Ford Explorer |
| Date of Entry | 26th April, 2005 |