1998 Oldsmobile Bravada review from North America
"I like this Bravada, but it has been a pain in the Glutus Maximus"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Transmission gaskets leaking.
Rear differential gasket leaking.
Rear transfer case seal leaking.
Replaced 4 ball joints.
Replaced idle arm.
Replaced steering box.
Replaced thermostat.
Replaced water pump.
Brake-transmission interlock replaced.
General comments?
I'm just glad that I traded another piece of junk (wore out Toyota Avalon with over 250,000 miles) for this one... at least all the cash I have been out has been in replacement parts. Now I do have at least I think I have a pretty reliable vehicle.
It just seems as if every time I think so something else breaks. I really like this vehicle even though I have spent a lot of time working on it.
This is my third Oldsmobile, and I would probably buy another Cierra, but probably not one of these Bravada's. I also had to purchase a special socket to replace the number 3 sparkplug.
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| Overall, I have been satisfied though a few things could have been better |
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| Love it. Hate it |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Model year | 1998 |
| Year of manufacture | 1998 |
| First year of ownership | 2007 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2008 |
| Engine and transmission | 4.3 Automatic |
| Performance marks | 5 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 5 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 5 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 1 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 160000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 174000 miles |
| Previous car | Chevrolet Blazer |
| Date of Entry | 20th June, 2008 |