1998 Oldsmobile Aurora review from North America
"A fast, sophisticated, savvy automobile that people won't recognize"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
There is a strange whine coming from the fan-belt area. My mechanic isn't sure what it is, and it hasn't changed in five months.
Front rotors wear badly.
General comments?
The styling of the car is spectacular, all sensuous curves and lines.
The car is a wonderful driver. I regularly make 2000 mile trips in it, and it's one of the best cars I've ever had for this (only a Jag I had comes close).
It performs well, is stable and quiet. I had an older Olds that floated on curves and bumps. Not the Aurora, It is solid and hangs in there. I tend to forget that it's a 4000 pound automobile.
The sound system is excellent, and I can even set the clock. It took me a long time to figure out the mirror memory feature and some other stuff, but once I read the manual, it was okay. I love the bells and whistles on this car, of which there are more than a few.
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| 1997 - Aurora 4.0L 32 Valve Northstar The best/most expensive car to maintain that I have ever owned |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 1998 |
| First year of ownership | 2001 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2002 |
| Engine and transmission | 4.0 liter Automatic |
| Performance marks | 9 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 10 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 10 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 6 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 52000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 59000 miles |
| Previous car | Nissan Maxima |
| Date of Entry | 4th April, 2002 |