-Went through tires like crazy.
-Constantly fixing headlight bulbs.
-Ride from backseat was very rough and noisy.
I owned a 99 Old Intrigue which I just happily sold. Won't miss it for the world. Bought in 2001 and sold in 2007. Would have sold it sooner had I not been in a money crunch. Originally bought this car because I did get a reasonable deal at $13k and loved that it had Bose sound, alloy wheels, cornered well, leather (cheap) seats, temp control, sunroof.
But:
Tires had to be re-aligned and replaced at least every year and a half. Both front and rear headlights took turns blowing out. I think Oldmobiles must have an issue with the Electrical system because my good friend owns an Alero and same deal with the faulty electricals and my Dad used to have a Bravada that had various electrical problems. It also rode rough - not like a mid-size sedan at all. I won't buy another Olds. I do like the look of the Intrigue though.
"rear headlights"? Wonder what those are.
What was wrong with the suspension? My Intrigue has no such problems. Yes they ride stiffer, but that's the more European suspension tuning. Partially gives the better cornering performance. What was up with the leather? My leather has not given me any problems. Mind you I maintain it. (leather cleaner/moisturizer etc). I will say I like the leather in the Olds better than my new F-150, I find It softer than the truck.
Yeah, Ford's idea of leather is eerily similar to 1970's vinyl!
I think the Ford leather is great ~ we have a 96 Ford Explorer Limited and even with our kids and our dog the leather is looking just like new after 11 years of use. We just clean it occasionally with leather cleaner. Can't beat a Ford!!
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