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I have had my 2000 Oldsmobile Intrigue for about 8 months now, and when I first saw the car I loved it.
Everything was perfect with it until about 1 month later, my car overflowed. After that had happened I took it back to the guy that sold it to me; he told me all that needed to be done was a 50 cent o-ring on the radiator, so he fixed it.
After that my car ran fine for about 6 months, then it started to overheat and my coolant that was orange was now a dark brown chunky color almost like oil. So I tried to take it back to the guy (Tony) that I had bought it from and he had went out of business <lucky me>. So I was on my own.
I took my car to Valvoline to have my radiator flushed to see if this would fix the problem. No, it still overheated. Then it started to overflow again. I took my car to my dad who works on cars a lot. He then told me like everyone else did that I needed to replace the thermostat, which he would do for me.
Well he kept my car for about a week; it wasn't the thermostat. So he went to the next possible thing, which was the water pump - replaced it. It wasn't the waterpump.
By this time we are thinking okay it is the radiator, so he replaced the radiator; once again the problem still continued.
We then realized there could be air in the system, so we got the air out of the system; surprisingly this still did not work.
By this time we were very confused. We checked the overflow tank for any sign of holes or cracks that could be making this build pressure so much. No holes or cracks. Confused yet??
We figured out we could not do much more to the car, and that we should take it to a shop. They told me that I had 3 things wrong with my car; there was a hole in the overflow, and my radiator cap didn't have enough pressure and my cross over pipe was leaking, so I told them replace the overflow and the radiator cap. They kept my car for the weekend until the new overflow got to the shop.
Well when I called to ask about the status of my car that Monday morning, I was told that my car was very interesting, just to come pick it up. Well when I arrived at the shop, the guy I talked to showed me my car and he didn't even replace the overflow. He told me I just needed to scoot up my hose clamp, which he did, and replace my radiator cap. Well I was happy thinking this would work.
So I stopped at a gas station to fill up on gas, and saw that the idiots put the wrong coolant in my car. You would think they would know what kind to put in being mechanics. I called them and they tried to blame me. Sick of that shop.
I just went on with my car, and it ran fine for 2 days, then I pulled in my driveway and it overflowed again. But it never overheated.
I am just confused on this whole car. If you have any suggestions, please email me @ kimsimpson4@aol.com. I would really appreciate it. Thanks for reading about my car and hope you can help me...
Well I have had it with my 01 Intrigue. It has been nothing but problems since I got it a year and 6 months ago.
3 months after having it, my gas gage doesn't work.
In the first month I had the brakes replaced 3 times and rotors due to the squealing.
My lights flicker off and on all the time.
I've replaced the tyranny 3 months ago, and now my steering is gone.
This car is not worth the problems.
I just bought a 2001 Intrigue and loved the look of it. I have owned it for 3 weeks and have actually had it with me for a few days.
First the car overheated. I took it back to the dealership and the t-stat was replaced. It continued to overheat. I then took it to the shop. The head gasket was blown and it was not the first time. The previous owner had the gasket replaced so terribly that the problems they created now became mine. It took much time and money to fix it. I finally got it back yesterday and now the heat gage is fluctuating. I am out of money and Out of a car.
I have a 2000 Intrigue and last week my key wouldn't turn when I went to start it. I spent $300.00 to have the ignition replaced and now, the blower fan won't shut off even when I turn the car off. I have to disconnect the battery when I stop somewhere or it will wear my battery down.
Has anyone else experienced this problem? What do I do now?
Not-So-Proud owner of a 2000 Oldsmobile Intrigue.
Yes, GM had to of seen these problems during development/testing. After a costly diagnosis of a temp gage that would go from normal to hot, anti-freeze being deposited on the garage floor, constantly having to add more anti-freeze to the radiator tank, I'm told the problem is a bad head gasket. The cost of repair was quoted at $2500.00 minimum. Darned, the cars only booked at $1100.00 trade-in value.
The cars color is white, but it really should be yellow, know what I mean?
To kimsimpson@aol.com...It's a shame about your car problems, costly too. Have your Dad check into a leaky head gasket, as I'd be willing to bet that's the problem.
Ref. the Nov 12th comment about the key not turning - that happened to me also. $300.00 later and a new ignition - works good. I have a 2001 Oldsmobile Intrigue.
Front blinkers/daytime running lights don't work, especially when cold. I replaced the plastic piece that the bulb plugs into and it hasn't failed in 2 years! It's an expensive piece of plastic (around $75.00 if I remember correctly) but well worth the feeling of knowing the blinkers will work every time.
I have the headlight/all lights flicker off too. Weird! I'm waiting to be pulled over the police but so far, so good.
I have a 2000 Olds Intrigue and my low coolant warning light has been coming on. I added some coolant but didn't get the reservoir lid screwed down tightly enough so coolant bubbled out (sounded like popcorn). Now I've added coolant 4 times tonight to try to get the level where it should be. I fill the reservoir to the full cool line, start the car, let it run about 10 minutes and by that time the level drops low enough that the warning light comes on again. I can hear the coolant bubbling in the front of the car. What is the diagnosis? I'm really nervous about this!
I have had the same problem with the anti-freeze coolant bubbling in the reservoir. It started to boil so much that it was keeping my water temp. light on and anti freeze very low. I had the reservoir changed, that did not help. Next, I had the thermostat, and later the water pump. After changing the water pump, it seems to be doing a little better; no more water temp. lights coming on, but I have seen a small amount of bubbling when I have driven it for a distance and check it, but the anti-freeze seems to be staying in so far.
Also, I have the signal light problem where they work when they want to and make a funny buzzing noise at times. I have read that it may be the the signal and hazard switch in the dash, and it can be changed in less than 30 minutes through vents on the dash board without taking the panel out. I want to try this to see if I can save money because I am unemployed right now. If anyone know anything about this, I would appreciate the information.
I have owned my Intrigue for about 4 years now. Got it at about 60,000 miles and it now has 130,000 miles.
It really has been a great car. But far from perfect. As soon as I got it, I had to replace the entire headlamp on the passenger side because it was all burnt up. After that had to do the same thing for the driver side. I think that I have lucky because I hear nothing but problems for Intrigues.
When I got to 100,000 miles, things started to go downhill from there. Started with having to fix tie rods both inner and outer. A cost of $642. Then the car started to overheat and lose coolant. That was fixed with a new coolant reservoir and fixing a loose lower hose. $107 for the reservoir and fixed it myself.
There is now something going on in the front end, that started with a shaking, and has progressed into a clunking noise that sounds very expensive. I also have the headlight flickering problem, but have just learned to deal with it. I was told by the dealer that it is the smog pump and that there is nothing wrong with it, it's just putting a strain onto the electrical system. They told me to try changing the battery or alternator. I didn't then, but had to a few months ago because the alternator went out, and I have not had the problem since then.
Burns lots of oil too. I was told that it is something that all of them do because of the Cadillac Northstar style motor. I have just learned to keep an eye on the level every few times I fill the gas tank.
I travel a long commute to work everyday, and this car has given me years of trouble free service. What we all need to remember is that these cars are getting old. Old cars break and I'm just happy that it's almost paid off, so I can get a new one and keep the Intrigue for a work car.
This car has never left me stranded and has always started. Even when the alternator went out, it still took me all 40 minutes home from work with the battery light on.
I am just happy that with the current problems, that it is almost paid off. My plan is to keep the Intrigue as a work car and get a new one. I have been looking that the Saturn Aura or new 2009 Malibu. But who knows yet, I still have another 11 payments to make.
Bought a 2000 Olds Intrigue 142k.
Losing coolant and overheating. Replaced many cooling system parts. Still overheating.
Finally accepted the fact that the head gasket is bad. So 30 days and 500 plus dollars later, this pile of crap is going to the recycling bin.
And I personally want to see this thing ground up to shreds!
Bought my 2000 Oldsmobile Intrigue new at 60 miles and now it is approaching 99K. Absolutely love the car and have experienced two of the common problems. Lights flickering and excessive oil consumption.
The car was first in the shop at 4K miles to fix the light flickering problem and the alternator was replaced by the dealer per some service bulletin, this did not fix the problem. Working with a second dealer we learned that the problem was caused when the cooling fans turn on. A technician attached a device to the car and was able to duplicate the problem by turning on the low and high cooling fans at the same time. As I understand how the alternator may not keep up with the power demand of the fans, I did not pursue the issue after learning the cause. The problem has never been resolved although I am tempted to try the Bosch alternator.
The oil consumption was at about a quart every 1000 miles and I replaced the PCV Valve, which I had expected a dealer or service shop would have done during one of the frequent oil changes... every 3000 - 4000 miles. The first reported change is at 60K... my fault. After that the consumption problem diminished for about 10K, but came back at 70K with a vengeance. I have replaced the PCV every 10K miles which leaves me adding oil about every 2K miles. Need a closer investigation of the CV system.
I've owned my 2000 Intrigue since it was new. Never had any hint of problems until it hit 100K miles. Then it began puffing some blue smoke when I started it, and began the dreaded intermittent starting issue where you turn the key and get nothing, and also began the light flashing and turn signal issue.
The electrical problems did not affect driving, however the headlights flashed as well as the dashboard. I found if I put the headlights in manual on rather than use the automatic switch, at least they stayed on. But the dashboard lights continued to flash. I also noted the majority of times this occurred, my wife or someone else was riding with me. I traced the common wiring down to the inside fuse panel on the passenger side of the car. I removed the panel, cleaned all the fuses as well as the bus lines and the battery and ground terminals, and the problem went away. That was about 18 months ago and I've had no dashboard, headlight flashing or loss of turn signals since, so I believe that cured my issue with that.
However, I still have the start issue despite having changed the ignition switch and alternator, plus cleaning the underhood fuse block and all ground and battery connections under the hood. I don't have the security system so I've ruled that out. But as the blue smoke is getting worse and has begun blowing out the rear after I've idled along in traffic, it may be time to retire the car. It's a shame. Still looks great, rides comfortably and gets decent mileage.
It's probably your valve stem seal gone bad. BTW which engine do you have in your Intrigue?
Had my 2000 since new, done all regular maintenance when due. Have replaced both hub bearings, tie rods.
Just done widow regulator driver side, 37.00 free shipping, 45 minutes to replace, not bad.
Only left stranded once; wire going to coil frayed.
Have had a problem with a low coolant light.
Car has 150000 plus. Just normal issues as with any car of age.
I own 200- Intrigue since new.
Let see where to begin with problems:
1. Cruise indicator flashing a couple of months after purchase. When it's flashing you cannot use cruise. Took it the dealer to get it checked out. Dealer response "No problem Found". To this day it still occurs.
2. Irregular idling. Can sensor messed went.. very conveniently just after the warranty expired. ~$700.
3. Irregular idling, and car will idle higher and higher to a point that you have to turn it off. Took it to dealer, again dealer response "No Problem Found, bring it in when it's occurring". Still to this day they haven't told me how I would do that when engine is idling @ 3000 rpm and car wants to launch out when put in gear, not to mention that I'll be doing 160 in city or burn out the brakes.
4. The problem with headlight and turn signals and bulb socket has been occurring since about 2 years into the car purchase. So far have replaced 2 headlight bulb sockets (burned to crisp) and just this week replaced 4 bulbs (left signal, right signal, brake, read brake and turn signals.
All the while, the dealer and GM have not accepted any responsibility into this piece of crap having electrical problems.
Imports dealers here I come... This is the last time I buy GM.
Angry GM owner.