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One of my favorites
slenderman, 01/21/2013
1999 Oldsmobile Alero GX 2dr Coupe
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
This is my 80 mi. RT commuter. Bought as a GX coupe with 33k on the clock from a GM dealer, 4 Cyl. 2.4L LD9 engine, auto trans, manual windows, a/c. Sporty handling, good acceleration. Great Delco audio system. Since I've had it, replaced front wheel bearings, brake pads, brake rotors (these seem to warp easy), water pump, alternator. Be sure you keep the oil topped off on these; I switched to 10W-30 when the mileage was getting up there (it was starting to use a lot of 5W-30). Use a better quality oil filter on these also. Only electrical issue I've had involved the instrument cluster and the vent fan; it used to cut in and out randomly in wet weather. Now getting ready to put it to pasture; it's now got cancer behind the doors and 241,000 on it. (It still has the original spark plugs in it!)
Owner
A, 07/27/2005
1999 Oldsmobile Alero GL 2dr Coupe
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
My 1999 Oldsmobile Alero has 102,000 miles and the motor is gone. I had to replace the wheel barings 2 times in the 4 years that I've had it. The power windows not very reliable and are very expensive to fix. Basicly, every 6 months there was something wrong with it. I fell in love with the car the first time I saw it. It's very fun to drive.
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Great car!
Mich72, 06/27/2006
1999 Oldsmobile Alero GLS 2dr Coupe
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
I have owned my Alero since 1999. I have NEVER had any major problems with my car. I have taken it in regularly for the maintenance and oil changes. My warranty just expired last year and the only things that I have had to replace is the motor for the power window. I would highly reccomend this car to anyone. Too bad they do not make them anymore!
Do not buy this as a primary vehicle!!
Alero buyer beware, 11/03/2003
1999 Oldsmobile Alero GLS 2dr Coupe
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
within 5k miles from 48k, the serpentine belt squeals, still does- new one-($40), water pump went out ($110), alternator out ($210), wheel bearing ($320), intake manifold- distributor shaft oring, front main seal, leak oil,($1100) oem goodyear tires noisy($600+), aux power outlet broken ($110), rear defrost doesnt work ($105), driver seat wont flip foward for rear seat access($200) and more minor. changed the trans fluid - no dipstick. how are you supposed to check fluid?? Resale is also horrible = still paying payments (3 1/2 years left) as well as having to pay for major repairs. thats $2700 in repairs for a 3 1/2 yr old car.
Not a good domestic purchase
eric, 06/25/2006
1999 Oldsmobile Alero GLS 2dr Coupe
3 of 4 people found this review helpful
Don't buy an Alero. I have had the following problems with it: dash bubbling, intake gasket leaking, blower motor resistor, water pump, both windows have problems, etc. It really is ridiculous, if you look at the reviews for 99' 2-door Accords people have no problems. Overall, Aleros are quite unreliable with both big and little problems. But for the price you really can't beat it. The Alero has never left me stranded or broken down on the road. Most issues are well known and if you need a cheap $3,000 car you can't beat an Alero.
You Should Buy One
Shauna, 04/08/2006
1999 Oldsmobile Alero GLS 2dr Coupe
2 of 4 people found this review helpful
I love my new Alero. I overpayed i guess...but it was well worth it! It is a fun and sporty car that has a decent amount of power. Nothing has seriously gone wrong with it yet. It is a very reliable car and all my friends are jealous with there plain looking Honda Civics and Dodge Neons...ewwwwwi e....hahaha!
HIGH MAINTENANCE!
JO, 07/10/2009
1999 Oldsmobile Alero GX 2dr Coupe
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I'm the 3rd owner of the alero that I purchased from my parents in '01. They found it to be very uncomfortable & difficult to get in & out of. It was one of many issues that I would have with the car. I've owned it now for 8yrs & every year I've had to put $ into it!I lost count on how many wheel bearings have been replaced.I've replaced engine; airconditioning unit; gas tank; alternator; starter; just to name a few. Currently; the engine is knocking; the car screams with ac or heat on; needs u joint; gas guage doesn't work. It's been very high maintenance & I would not recommend it.
Great sporty car!
athenaclf, 09/27/2003
1999 Oldsmobile Alero GLS 2dr Coupe
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I bought my car new from the dealership with the extended 60 month/60,000 mile warranty (which was worth paying for). The water pump and cruise control button have been replaced-all covered by warranty. The little piece of plastic behind the emergency flasher button on the dash also broke when I used my flashers for the sixth or seventh time-seems to happen often according to the dealership. It was only covered by warranty when it started interfering with the turn signals. The leather on my dash has started bubbling-probably from 3 years in the Southeast sun.
Fun car to Drive
Love this car, 05/13/2005
1999 Oldsmobile Alero GLS 2dr Coupe
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Got this car in 2001. Love to drive it, love the looks I get. It handles great. I have the 3.4 lt and it's fun. The seats are so comfortable (leather) that I really enjoy long trips. Trunk is very spacious and the rear seats fold down for the longer stuff. Have not had any major problems. Those other people must have gotten lemons to have so many problems or they beat it to death. A car has to be taken care of not abused to keep it in good shape and running nice. I would buy another one. But I don't want to sell the one I have any time soon.
Alero - An Awesome Car
mike, 11/04/2005
1999 Oldsmobile Alero GLS 2dr Coupe
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
My 1999 Oldsmobile Alero is a jewel. I love the ride. It hasn't had any engine problems. I used to have a Mitsubishi Eclipse and I am glad that I traded it in for an Alero.
Fun Car, but Buyer Beware
T, 02/28/2006
1999 Oldsmobile Alero GLS 2dr Coupe
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I bought my 1999 Oldsmobile Alero new in 2000 and only put on about 5,000 - 5,500 miles a year on it. The car has had no major problems other than the brakes which I have had to replace three times. Specifically, I replaced the brake pads three times and rotars once on all four wheels ($500.00 total). This is not too bad considering the car has been driven for six years. UNTIL.... the car hit 36,000 miles (funny right after the warranty ran out). The transmission went and it cost $1,900.00 to fix. There has been problems with the seals and gaskets to the tune of $400.00 and now it is in the shop for the alternator. This is all within the last 400 miles after turning 36,000. So, buyer beware. The car handles great, has awesome speed, and I love the ride - it is fun, but it only has so much life in it!!
nice car but bad breaks and wheels
sonya, 03/21/2004
1999 Oldsmobile Alero GLS 2dr Coupe
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
had the car for 2 1/2 yrs constantly having troubles with breaks, just replaced last spring now we have to do again, cost $320 per side for new wheel barrings,it'a nice handling car, but as i said seems to have a lot of front end problems.
Aleros SUCK!
Alero Hater, 07/22/2004
1999 Oldsmobile Alero GLS 2dr Coupe
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
In the past 2 years we have replaced the parts the hold the windows up (both windows fell inside the doors, brakes, tires, water pump, altenator, belt (we had to lift the engine out to put it on), and that doesn't include everything is wrong with the car. I have my antilock brake/trac light go off once a week, my fan only works on the 3rd and 4th setting, and my cruise control button doesn't work. This car has been a pain value has depreciated, it's ridiculous! DON'T BUY THIS CAR! GET RID OF IT, if you own one.
Do youself a favor
;oaiuwsdhfoiau;shdf, 10/04/2004
1999 Oldsmobile Alero GLS 2dr Coupe
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I've had this car for two years. I've had the alternator replaced twice. $200 Dealership picked up the second one for me for free. The driver's side power window had to have the entire window system replaced when it broke. $100 The brakes wear down faster than any other car I've had. The tape player stopped working. I've lost pickup and power as soon as I got over 50k miles. The ignition casings malfunction and locked up, so the key wouldn't turn, that's $650 from the dealership. I bought it used, no warranty. I bought this car two years ago for $1500 below the blue book, and it's depreciated 50% in two years.
Buyer Beware
Mel, 01/04/2007
1999 Oldsmobile Alero GL 2dr Coupe
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I have had this car for less than two years. During this time I have replaced the alternator, water pump, driver side window motor, sensor on engine, ABS sensor,wheel bearings,repair emergency brake, coil for spark plugs, brakes and rotors. It is low mileage for a 1999 - only 68,000 miles. Each time we repair it, we think we'll be okay for a while. I am tired of the cost and am searching for another reliable car now.
Great Looks/Perks bad Design
Marc, 03/18/2006
1999 Oldsmobile Alero GLS 2dr Coupe
1 of 2 people found this review helpful
Bought the vehicle off of my parents. Since new, the car had to be taken itn for repairs about 2-3 times a year. It has gone through about 4 wheel bearing, 2 sets of struts, new Drive/Pass seatbelts, 2 resistors for the blower, intake gasket issues twice and replaced the alternator after 90,000 miles. There were other issues but these are being pulled from the top of my head. The good looks on the out and inside are very nice, the drive and handling are excellent and the stock sound system is better than anyone would expect. One should expect problems with this car, but as consumer reports is showing this is expected from most GM vehicles. I would not recommend this car.
The "Newmobile" Alero
AliasX, 05/11/2002
1999 Oldsmobile Alero GLS 2dr Coupe
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
My father bought his Alero a couple of years ago, and I have to admit that at first I was rather appalled by his decision to get this car. However, whatever opinions I had about the car quickly changed after a few errand runs. The Alero has a way of growing on you. This car's traction control system works wonders in the snow. It got me out of a bad situation real quick...
Reminds me of a T-bird
Smack, 05/16/2002
1999 Oldsmobile Alero GLS 2dr Coupe
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I bought my Alero GLS 2dr with sunroof, leather, 17" aluminum wheels, and sport tires. It reminds me alot of a Ford T- bird because of the sound of the engine. Personnally though, I like a quiter ride like my 94 Grand Prix which I think rides smoother. Still the Alero has more power and performance capabilities.
decent car
Shawn, 11/19/2009
1999 Oldsmobile Alero GLS 2dr Coupe
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I had just got this car from the dealer, its a pretty decentcar. i like the 2 door body style. great gas milage. the only thing i dislike is all the problems i had with it with in two weeks. and ive been told the rear seats fold down but have no idea cause i cant find a button or lever for them too. but the car is really nice and id recomend it to anyone so far.
rotors
Rebecca71500, 06/21/2002
1999 Oldsmobile Alero GLS 2dr Coupe
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I keep reading about bad rotors. I brought my car in to have the windshield wipers replaced several months after I bought it. (I had to replace the other side last month) I was told that the rotors needed to be replaced. It wasn't a recall, but if the cars were brought in for other reasons they automatically replaced them. I have also had to take my car back several times because it was leaking oil.
scrap metal
majjg, 07/22/2002
1999 Oldsmobile Alero GLS 2dr Coupe
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
50,000 highway miles and nothing but problems. This is a great vehicle if you know a great mechanic! It rides like a ratteling peice of scrap metal too. It great to note that in a few years when Olds stop making cars it wont be worth anything either. GM should get it's act together. !
I have had the worst one ever made .
Angel Barnes, 07/23/2002
1999 Oldsmobile Alero GLS 2dr Coupe
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
It has been in service more than I have had the chance to drive it.
Not your Grandmas Olds
tweakfreak, 08/16/2002
1999 Oldsmobile Alero GX 2dr Coupe
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
So many reviews I read give this car a poor review and I don't see why. I guess those that don't have a problem don't write reviews. I think this is a pretty good car. It has the potential to be great. A larger engine would be nice. In all I think that it is a pretty good car.
Love my Alero
Aeroguy0369, 10/07/2002
1999 Oldsmobile Alero GLS 2dr Coupe
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Ths is my first car and so far i love it. Performance is great, once u break it in...looks.. it looks really nice.. black coupe.. its hot
'99 Alero
CLP, 09/18/2002
1999 Oldsmobile Alero GLS 2dr Coupe
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
This car has been great engine-wise, but began having interior problems less than 3 years after purchase. Dashboard is peeling away and molding on driver's side is warping. If you are thinking about purchasing this car, be sure you don't live in the Southeast because you may end up experiencing the same type of interior problem. In my experience, Oldsmobile will not repair the defect for free because the mileage was over 36,000 (although it hadn't been 36 months) and I got the short end of the stick. I wouldn't want this to happen to someone else.
Functional
mngolf, 02/12/2003
1999 Oldsmobile Alero GL 2dr Coupe
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
This is a pretty dependable car. In 80,000 miles, theonly problems I've had were with the power steering. Both times were covered under the initial 36,000 mile warranty. Other than that, I've only replaced the brakes and tires. The car handles very well, but gas mileage has decreased over time. My only complaint is that the resale value is horrible. You can't get anything for the car, so you probably have to drive it forever.
Terrible Car!!
AleroOwner, 08/10/2003
1999 Oldsmobile Alero GLS 2dr Coupe
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Purchased in 2000 this car has been a very unreliable automobile. Luckily, still under warranty, it has been in the shop 24 times! Engine, Head Gaskets, Water Pump, Alternator, problem with low tire pressure light, still is on to this day (can't find a problem) just to name a few... this was all at 42,000 miles!! Good job GM!
Sexxy car
Supakrupa, 10/12/2003
1999 Oldsmobile Alero GL 2dr Coupe
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
this car has good looks, and is a fun car to drive.The preformance from the base 4 cylender is above average but not quite a super star. Handles the road well, engine noise is a little louder than expected.
Why Can't they Build a Decent car?
Ro, 12/30/2005
1999 Oldsmobile Alero GLS 2dr Coupe
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I ordered my Oldsmobile Alero in 1999. The first couple of years went okay, but in the third year I had to replace the alternater and soon after that my front brakes went. My rear view mirror completely fell off when I was driving and since there are wires connected to it I had to drive with the mirror dangling from my windshield. I can only use my air / heat on the 3 and 4 settings so the air literally sucks the tears from my eyes. Whenever it rains heavily my driver's side floor becomes completely saturated & I have a puddle of water in my car. Finally, on a day we had a snow storm, the driver's side window fell into the door. These things happened after the warranty expiresd and I wasn't offered an extended warranty..hmm, I wonder why?
If you know a car
nflsonic, 06/27/2004
1999 Oldsmobile Alero GX 2dr Coupe
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I just received this car from graduation recently, and I'm totally surprised. My father had to fix this car up a bit, but now, the brakes are flawless and the minor problems (molding around the door was already fixed) are non-exsisting. I love the acceleration on this beauty and wherever I ride, I DO get some looks (kinda fun to point out cause I didn't before on my '89 Buick). If you can test this model, do it, but definitly try to point out the small problems if any. If you can find a seller that treated this car superb (my father- neat freak), than you will have many enjoyment rides than what other drivers say about this car.
Look further
$ in toilet, 12/24/2004
1999 Oldsmobile Alero GL 2dr Coupe
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I bought my 1999 2 door GL model used in 2002 because it was sporty, yet sophisticated. Since I have bought this car, the manifold gasket has had to be replaced twice (I am waiting for it to go out again this winter. This resulted in coolant leaking into the oil.) Also, the driver's side automatic window motor had to be replaced around 50k miles. I have had the front brakes and rotors replaced twice, the rear once. The trunk sometimes takes two tries to close, and it leaks. Brake pedal is too stiff. If you are looking at this car, I suggest to keep looking, or else buy an extened warranty. I bought one with the car, and I have used every penny of it!I am heading to the Volvo dealership next.
DO NOT BUY THIS PIECE OF CRAP!
GladTheAlero_isGone!, 04/12/2003
1999 Oldsmobile Alero GL 2dr Coupe
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
These are just SOME of things that put this car in the shop in the 1st 40,000 miles: Brake rotors resurfaced at 10K and 20K miles. Low speed fan motor replaced at 20K. Low speed fan resistor replaced at 30K and 36K miles. COMPLETE ENGINE REBUILD NEEDED AT 38,000 Miles - Right after warranty period was over. $4,000. Fog lamps and headlights/taillights failed. Now the front left end is loud, grinding and vibrating - maybe a joint or something - not waiting around to find out. Drove it to a Kia dealer (just made it) and traded it in for $5,000. Bought a Sorento SUV. One sentence on the Alero - WORST CAR EVER!
A sharp car to drive
meghan, 01/18/2003
1999 Oldsmobile Alero GLS 2dr Coupe
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I bought my car from a private owner. It handles great and sure is fun to drive. The leather interior is so comfortable. The only complaint, I don't get to drive it as often as I'd like to.
GLS is the best
goin' comando, 06/01/2003
1999 Oldsmobile Alero GLS 2dr Coupe
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
This car is fabulous. It handles beautifully, its comfotable, sporty, and fast. NONE better...
Problems never end
melrosedave, 06/15/2003
1999 Oldsmobile Alero GL 2dr Coupe
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I do love the look of the car, but I have had to call AAA four times in the eleven months I have owned the car. It's either the alternator, battery, electric system or emissions problems.
piece of junk!!!!
jason5280, 06/30/2003
1999 Oldsmobile Alero GLS 2dr Coupe
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I've had this car for two years, I've replaced the starter, struts, battery, both windows (tracks and motors!!!!!). Now the head gasket is bad, (antifreeze leaking in the engine). Stay away from this car, it seemed like after I hit 65k miles, it took a nose dive.
KICKS!
Bekki, 03/15/2002
1999 Oldsmobile Alero GLS 2dr Coupe
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
This is an awesome car, turns heads, cause it's red and sporty! Excellent body and interior, the GLS is the ONLY way to go!
I like my Alero
rplank, 03/16/2002
1999 Oldsmobile Alero GX 2dr Coupe
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Leased it because it was cheap and seemed solid compared to the imports in the same price range. I have 30000 miles on it and not a problem. 4 cylinder has adequate power for the gas milage it gets. I just bought a new 2002 Alero because of the rebates and incentives. If it wouldn't of been cheap I would of gone with an import only for resale value, not because I like them better than the Alero.
N~I~C~E
Erin_Nicole, 05/24/2002
1999 Oldsmobile Alero GL 2dr Coupe
0 of 1 people found this review helpful
great car. Good for a first car. I love it!! You should buy it!
GREAT CAR!!!!
Milk, 09/17/2002
1999 Oldsmobile Alero GL 2dr Coupe
0 of 1 people found this review helpful
I LOVE MY CAR!!!
i feel safe in this car
justjess26, 11/01/2002
1999 Oldsmobile Alero GL 2dr Coupe
0 of 1 people found this review helpful
Last week, I got in a bad accident in my Alero. I was hit in my driver's side door by a truck and my car ended up being totaled, as the accident was very bad. However, it is amazing that I walked out of the accident without any injuries. Both of my airbags deployed, my car did not roll over, and it kept me from getting hurt. There was another Alero owner in the parking lot and he said that it was good to know that the car could protect so well, and that the airbags work, etc. I agree, and would have no problems getting into another Alero.
A rental unit got me hooked!
ajw, 07/21/2003
1999 Oldsmobile Alero GL 2dr Coupe
0 of 1 people found this review helpful
I drove this car for 8 hours straight... and felt absolutely no fatigue... that rental car made me go out and by my '99!