1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue GL review from North America
"Satisfied"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Indicator lights for heat/defrost/radio don't work.
Molding below side windows peeled off.
Terrible rattling noise, passenger side, turning right only.
Car would shut off when driving, resulting in loss of steering.
General comments?
Mechanic was stumped re: rattling noise, but finally found it was the "starter gear" rattling against housing when turning, but returned to normal when wheels turned straight.
Misdiagnosis cost $350. for wheel bearing, which wasn't the problem. Dash-light problem too costly to trace & fix. Starter cost $494., including 1/2 labour cost.
Mileage great on trips. Engine performance & comfort great.
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| I would never own another Oldsmobile again |
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| Plenty of power, excellent handling, but troublesome and not too comfortable |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Model year | 1999 |
| Year of manufacture | 1998 |
| First year of ownership | 2001 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2008 |
| Engine and transmission | Automatic |
| Performance marks | 8 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 9 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 9 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 9 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 78000 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 140000 kilometres |
| Previous car | Chrysler LeBaron |
| Date of Entry | 23rd September, 2008 |