Used 1998 Oldsmobile Achieva Sedan Consumer Reviews
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Pretty good buy
bap, 05/07/2003
1998 Oldsmobile Achieva SL 4dr Sedan
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
This car is pretty fun to drive with decent fuel economy. The seats aren't the most comfortable, but they are quite durable. The interior is roomy and laid out well. I especially like the height of the armrest. A few problems: The drivers' side door molding is loose and the motor for the power window has pretty much failed. I also had to replace the alternator and the battery. The cassette tape player died, but the radio still works. Other than those issues, the car has been very reliable.
The worst car we ever bought!
stupid, 09/02/2002
1998 Oldsmobile Achieva SL 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
We have had to replace the A-frame bushings three times, the alt., and the head gasket, the motor for the window. This car has been nothing but trouble since we bought it.
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Dan23, 11/08/2002
1998 Oldsmobile Achieva SL 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Replaced suspension 3 times, gone through 4 alternators, 3 batteries, electrical problems, etc. This car doesn't handle as well as most trucks and suvs, and gets about the same gas mileage. The traction control is a joke, and the abs is constantly making noises when I'm not even braking. Save yourself alot of time and money and stay away from one of these, unless you want to buy mine!
Good overall value and Quality
pinkie, 01/03/2003
1998 Oldsmobile Achieva SL 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
This is my first time driving an American car, and to my surprise, it has been a very reliable car... very comfortable, and rides nice on the highway.
Great overall -- minus the transmission
Joe Teijido, 10/25/2008
1998 Oldsmobile Achieva SL 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Be prepared with buying an Achieva to have the transmission rebuilt or replaced. It is the weak spot of the achieva and grand am. Mine went out at 90,000 miles. Other than that it has been an absolutely great vehicle. The 3.1 V6 gives you the power and fuel economy necessary - I absolutely love the 3.1 actually more than the famous GM 3.8 V6 on most grand prixs. This is the most comfortable vehicle I have ever driven. I had to replace the water pump once and that is it for the maintenance. If your original transmission hasn't gone out by 80,000 miles I would highly recommend that you get it services or checked up at least - spend the money in order to avoid spending 1,400 for a rebuilt