2001 Oldsmobile Alero ALeroGLS review from North America
"Never own one again"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Many problems: brakes 3 times
Rotors 2 times
heater blower only works on 4th dot, lights on dashboard always on
service engine soon constantly although dealership can't find problem hazard light switch manufacture warranty-replaced
hit a bump dome light falls out, battery exploded one time
windshield washer tank leaks fluid out cannot check transmission fluid no dip stick has to go to garage
carpet very cheap
doors freeze shut at slightest cold weather
fuel pump went-no warning driving down road and shut off
trac-off, anti-lock brake light on front wheel sensor replaced
low tire pressure always on and constantly resetting new tires full of air.
Cigarette lighter broke-did work then quit.
General comments?
Very costly vehicle I wanted this car because it does have a nice look drove nice and gas mileage. No better mileage then my previous Delta 88.
Constant monthly trips to garage dealership knows me on first name basis.
And I have always been persistent on well maintenance of my vehicles so it is not from lack of care. saved to buy this car 5,000.00 plus trade in so I wouldn't have a payment. still paying like a car payment no exaggeration 100-150 dollars a month for car maintenance and repairs.
Have always owned Olds. and never had the money racked into one like this one- (even had a delta 88 1999 with 245,000 miles sold it and people are still driving it-over 300,000 miles on it.
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| Nightmare on wheels!!! |
| Very good |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Model year | 2001 |
| Year of manufacture | 2001 |
| First year of ownership | 2004 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2006 |
| Engine and transmission | Automatic |
| Performance marks | 5 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 5 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 3 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 7 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 7 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 90000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 164000 miles |
| Previous car | Oldsmobile Delta 88 |
| Date of Entry | 15th January, 2006 |