2001 Oldsmobile Alero GL review from North America
"Great looking and great driving car, but not worth the money or headaches!"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Brakes have been replaced several times; currently it won't pass inspection because front brakes need to be done.
Anti-lock brakes stopped working 2 years ago.
Low tire pressure light comes on randomly when my tires are fine... when the tires are low on air it doesn't come on.
Oil change light doesn't come on anymore.
Heat/air conditioner blower stopped working at the first 2 settings TWICE. Had to shell out $125 to get it fixed both times!! The first time it happened was in the first year.
I have locked my keys in the car twice with it running because the locks just randomly lock sometimes after I start my car!!
The fuel gauge was not accurate one time, causing me to run out of gas on a major highway.
General comments?
The car has great power for being a 4-cylinder.
The trunk is very roomy.
I don't think the car handles very well in the snow... would definitely recommend something else for snowy climates!
I love the lights on the rear view mirror.
Terrible blind spot on the driver's side in a 2-door.
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| Very good |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| Model year | 2001 |
| Year of manufacture | 2000 |
| First year of ownership | 2000 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2005 |
| Engine and transmission | Automatic |
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| Distance when acquired | 22 miles |
| Most recent distance | 88000 miles |
| Previous car | Ford Tempo |
| Date of Entry | 26th October, 2005 |