1981 Oldsmobile Delta 88 review from North America
"I didn't know what a great car was until I bought my first delta 88"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
My transmission started slipping at 200000. I did a lot of mountain traveling which caused the transmission to shift more than normal usage.
I had to get a valve job at 177000 because I got lazy and didn't change the oil often enough. The valves and rings became gummy and sluggish.
Other than these, it was normal maintenance.
General comments?
I currently own 2 1981 delta 88 olds. They are the best cars I've owned. Roomy, comfortable, dependable and highly reliable.
Their performances has always been outstanding. I have taken them on many vacations and never had problems.
I like their style too. Like owning a Cadillac without the high cost of buying one.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 1981 |
| First year of ownership | 1988 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2004 |
| Engine and transmission | 307 Don't Know |
| Performance marks | 10 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 10 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 10 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 8 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 9 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 50000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 225000 miles |
| Previous car | Oldsmobile Delta 88 |
| Date of Entry | 2nd June, 2004 |