2001 Oldsmobile Alero review from North America
"OK for now - wouldn't buy another one"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
*replaced brake pads 4 times in three years.
(considering the mileage we put on and the fact that the brake pads have a lifetime warranty - if you've got an Alero - get the lifetime warranty - you're going to need it.)
*replaced wheel bearings once - due to traction and anti-lock brakes control switch off.
*cigarette lighter went - replaced fuse.
General comments?
*compared to Ford Escort Wagon - great - can actually pass transports before passing lane ends.
*good gas mileage.
*kids get car sick in back seat within five minutes of being in vehicle due to window design.
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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 | 2003 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2006 |
| Engine and transmission | Automatic |
| Performance marks | 7 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 7 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 4 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 3 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 75000 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 240000 kilometres |
| Previous car | Ford Escort |
| Date of Entry | 4th March, 2006 |