1983 Oldsmobile Delta 88 Royale Brougham review from North America
"One of the best cars I have ever driven"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Alternator was bad when purchased. Cheap, $50.
Idler arm was found to be bad - 65000.
Trans pan leak - 60000.
Oil pan leaked when purchased.
Radio wiring shorted and was replaced at 69000.
Carburetor needed to be professionally tuned when purchased.
General comments?
This car is amazing.
I purchased it for $800 and love it to death.
It won't win any awards for acceleration, but what do you expect for a car that weighs near 5,000lbs.
It is zeibart and has no rust, and has an amazing finish.
This car is for sure a cruiser. I often find myself doing 85 and not even knowing it.
It rides amazing, and has one of the smoothest transmission I have ever drove.
It may be a tank and a gas hog, but the interior is amazingly comfortable and in good shape. The interior is unbelievably spacious for a 2 door (I am 6 foot 2 and can fit comfortably in the back)
It is a boat to drive, yet it has great road feel.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Model year | 1983 |
| Year of manufacture | 1983 |
| First year of ownership | 2008 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2008 |
| Engine and transmission | 307ci 5.0 liter Automatic |
| Performance marks | 5 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 8 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 10 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 8 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 60000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 80000 miles |
| Previous car | Volvo 740 |
| Date of Entry | 6th January, 2009 |