1996 Oldsmobile Aurora review from North America
"A fast luxurious car"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Front wheel hub was damaged at 103,000. After this was repaired, the Body Control Module quit working. A pinched wire from the hub replacement may have damaged it. This was a very expensive repair - over $2,000, but still cheaper than a new car.
The transmission speed sensor is intermittent at 130,000 miles. A $18 part that requires the engine and the transmission to be removed to replace the sensor. This has not been replaced. Another great design form Oldsmobile.
General comments?
This is a very comfortable car, with lots of driver amenities. There is plenty of room for up to 5 adults, even in the back seat.
There is ample power, and the ride is smooth at speeds over 100 mph. The suspension is set very loose and the feel when cornering is mushy.
Operating cost is hight due to premium gas, 7 quarts of oil and a lot of dealer only repairs.
A very fun car to drive.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Don't Know |
| Year of manufacture | 1996 |
| First year of ownership | 1999 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2003 |
| Engine and transmission | 4.0 gas Automatic |
| Performance marks | 8 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 6 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 10 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 7 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 6 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 99000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 135000 miles |
| Previous car | GMC Van |
| Date of Entry | 18th February, 2003 |