1978 Oldsmobile Delta 88 Royale review from North America
"Wish it was still around"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Dimmer switch, only "scheduled" maintenance.
General comments?
This was actually my Dad's car, but it deserves some recognition. It was about the best car money could buy for $750. The 350 V8 was still smooth and powerful, I remember my dad smoking the tires and giving Camaros and Mustangs a run for their money. I wish GM still knew how to build cars like this. The car had no rust (amazing after 11 years in Minnesota). The car averaged anywhere from 15 to 21 MPG. Too bad some idiot had to run a red light and total it!!!
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 1978 |
| First year of ownership | 1989 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 1989 |
| Engine and transmission | 350 V8 Automatic |
| Performance marks | 9 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 10 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 8 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 7 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 8 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 145000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 157000 miles |
| Previous car | Chevrolet Caprice |
| Date of Entry | 9th July, 2000 |