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We have a limited number of reviews for the 1997 Achieva, so we've included reviews for other years of the Achieva since its last redesign.
Oldsmobile Achieva
mabrad2, 08/05/2002
1997 Oldsmobile Achieva SL 4dr Sedan
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Royal Piece of Crap have had 2 trunk releases replaced 2 window motors I Co2 chip and now another problem catylliyc convertor I trashed it a got a brand new buick century
great performer
MzkMn, 02/19/2003
1996 Oldsmobile Achieva SC 2dr Coupe
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i test drove many cars, including a `94 mustang GT, and this one beat em all. zips to 60mph, super comfortable, very nice look, and great handling. car can whip around turns. engine produces a nice roar when gas is floored. for the power, i average around 28mpg. very very nice. you get camaro/mustang/firebird performance in a smaller, more economical design. large trunk space too.
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See all 0 listingsGreat car for daily commuting
tinkersk, 09/19/2002
1997 Oldsmobile Achieva SL 4dr Sedan
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This is an economical car to run, reliable, easy to handle and park. Not too small like a sub-compact, but not too big for city driving. Plain look inside and outside, but comfortable. Never had a problem mechanically for four years. Highly recommended.
The King of Boring Cars
Michael Mote, 10/01/2019
1996 Oldsmobile Achieva SL 4dr Sedan
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I adore this car. It’s not particularly stylish, but not ugly. The 2.4L 4 cylinder isn’t GM’s best, but it still packs a little punch, even with the 4 speed automatic, rather than the 5 speed manual. The steering on mine still feels very tight and it handles great. Mine is currently sitting at around 20-22 MPG because I only do city driving, but the highway does bring out some of the little flaws in the car. Wind noise is astonishingly loud, as is the exhaust when you put your foot down. But the amazing speakers and comfy seats will make you forget about that pretty quickly. My car is not equipped with cruise control, which is a minor annoyance, but if you’re considering one of these, you should check if it has it. Overall, I love it and hope mine lasts for another 10 years
96 OLDS
LIFEJACKET, 09/04/2002
1996 Oldsmobile Achieva SL 4dr Sedan
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This has been a great car the only thing I have been in the shop for is a water pump at about 60000 miles the front brakes wear fast. I just changed my trans oil at 130000 miles I like this car.