1998 Oldsmobile Bravada review from North America
"Unreliable"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
When I got the Bravada, the service records showed that both the engine and transmission had been rebuilt before 80,000 miles. I bought the car "as is" from a dealer, and as soon as it snowed I found out the 4 wheel drive didn't work.
Since I have had the car, I have replaced all the rods in the front end, costing over $1000, and the electric window motor.
I have had the car for less than a year, and now the heater quit working. Winter is here again, so I need to take it in to get the 4X4 and heater fixed. Not looking forward to seeing what that is going to cost.
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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? | Don't Know |
| Year of manufacture | 1998 |
| First year of ownership | 2008 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2008 |
| Engine and transmission | 4.3 Vortec Automatic |
| Performance marks | 4 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 2 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 6 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 2 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 2 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 105000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 115000 miles |
| Previous car | Chrysler PT Cruiser |
| Date of Entry | 6th November, 2008 |