An oil change has corrected our "Check Oil" warning light problem, and the dealership claims they have no idea why the light would have been illuminating only when the headlight switch was turned on. The dealer also fixed a misaligned door and offered the standard "they all do that" explanation for the broiling stereo console when the CD player is in use.
On a good note, no new problems cropped up during the month of May, the first trouble-free 30-day period we've experienced since our first few weeks with the car. Have the bugs been found and fixed, or is the Olds giving its drivers a break before the next failure? If the road trip we have planned goes off without a hitch, perhaps the Intrigue will begin to live up to its name in a more positive sense.
The Intrigue is headed out of New York City soon for a cross-country excursion that will include stops in Boston, Cape Cod, upstate New York, Michigan, and finally Denver. Our Olds will spend the summer in the Rocky Mountains under the care of members of our editorial and production staff, as well as a different Oldsmobile dealer.
New York staffers have grown fond of the Intrigue, lavishing praise on its driveability, comfort and sleek styling. However, none of them will miss the frequent visits to the dealership for adjustments and repairs.
Best Fuel Economy: 24 mpg
Worst Fuel Economy: 18.3 mpg
Maintenance Costs: $0
Problems: None.
