1995 Oldsmobile Aurora review from North America

Water pump belt immediately after I bought the car. Just a case of bad luck.

Prone to overheating if it is left idling on a warm day. I believe this is a common problem with these cars and is, in my opinion related to the fact that there is not a front grille.

2 complete sets of sparks plug wires and 1 set of spark plugs. The car overheated even though it was in limp mode after the water pump belt broke. I believe that this created a problem for the spark plugs. Probably created some hairline cracks in the ceramics. I had the set of wires replaced and the car performed well again. Not for long however and after 1500 km I had a dealer well versed in Cadillac North star engines check the car. They recommended all new spark plugs and wires. I was told that they should both be replaced at the same time. It worked, and the car runs very well again.

I wanted a vehicle with lots of room in the front as well as rear seating areas. Aurora fit the bill.

I test drove a 1995 Lexus LS400 with fewer miles and an original sticker price of $75,000 CD. Used, both cars were selling for the same price of $10,000 CD. I chose the Aurora.

The Aurora was far more comfortable, and has higher quality interior that the Lexus, IMHO.

Only get this car serviced by a technician who works on North star engines. You will experience far less grief.

I get awesome mileage. 33 mpg on the highway cruising at 70mph. City driving is another matter were mileage plummets fairly drastically.

This is an eye catching ride, with impressive passing power and a luxurious interior.

My Aurora came with full service details and bills and was in exceptional shape both inside and out. Although it was a fairly high mileage unit the motor is very sound and performs like new.