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About to retire black beauty after 291,000km
mcalpine, 01/24/2013
2000 Oldsmobile Alero GX 2dr Coupe
9 of 9 people found this review helpful
I bought this car years ago used from a car dealer in Scarborough. It was very cheap (probably because of 5spd gear box and dent in hood) and my expectations were quite low. I just needed a car for the winter. It lasted a LOT longer than one winter. The 2.4l engine feels gutless in normal driving but when you put your foot down it picks up the pace nicely, albeit with plenty of noise which seems to be typical of GM four cylinders. I have full records of what has been replaced from new: Connecting pipe, small vacuum hose, blower motor resistor, rear window heating module, rear speakers, all struts/shocks/springs, gas cap, brakes x3 with new calipers, emerg brake cable, drivers seat back.
Great Car
rjwolps, 09/15/2002
2000 Oldsmobile Alero GL 2dr Coupe
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I love my Alero. I have had it a little over 2 years and have about 65,000 miles it. It runs great and I get about 34 mpg on the highway. It is very comfortable and fun to drive. It is a very good car for the money. The only complaint is the same compliant that I have had for other Olds' products - the brakes. They don't last and the rotors warp too easialy. I have a lot of miles on my car, but they are almost exclusively highway miles. The original brakes should have lasted a lot longer than about 40,000 because I don't use them that much.
CAUTION!
CAUTION!!!!, 03/19/2005
2000 Oldsmobile Alero GL 2dr Coupe
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Bought my Alero because I had rented one once and fell in love with its performance and ride. It is really fast for a coupe. If you are considering buying one from a dealer you better get the extended warranty! I have replaced the rotors on the front (big problem with Aleros). The lower intake gasket leaked so that screwed up the antifreeze. The resistor that controls the blower motor burned out. There is a rattling noise in front suspension that I can't seem to find. Fortunately I got the extended warranty! I'd be out a few thousand if I hadn't. Depreciation is ridiculous! Paid $11,000 for it in 2002 and its now worth $6,000 retail/$4,000 trade. I owe $8000.
What happened to quality?
ScottCAL, 03/06/2002
2000 Oldsmobile Alero GLS 2dr Coupe
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I leased this vehicle prior to Oldsmobile being phased out by GM. Now two years into the lease I can see why. Over the past 2 years I have had my rotors replaced twice, struts replaced, electrical problems and numerous body/integrity issues. This is not a low end nor cheap vehicle but the problems have been way too numerous and bothersum. Next time I'll looking to Toyota, Honda or even Subaru - I'll try my luck with them...
maybe mine's a lemon?
texweber, 02/26/2003
2000 Oldsmobile Alero GL 2dr Coupe
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I'd had my eye on Alero's for quite awhile, and was very impressed with how affordable they were and the features that were included. I have a 2000 model with about 65K on it, and unfortunately have spent too much money on all kinds of maintenance problems. Less than a year into the buy I had to have the rotors and tires replaced, and a year after that I'm in a world of hurt with a new thermostat and potentially a gasket leak. It's fun to drive, and I've been more than happy with it up til recently, but don't have a lot of faith in it anymore. Maybe it's just the V6, but I can't keep gas in the thing either.
2000 Alero GLS
JP in MO, 05/21/2003
2000 Oldsmobile Alero GLS 2dr Coupe
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Much to my surprise, this Alero has great acceleration and passing speed. The ride is smooth and relatively quiet, except for a few interior design flaws within the speaker panels in the doors. Overall, I am very pleased and still find myself excited to drive it either around town or on a long trip.
Too many flaws!!!
grimbaldi, 07/07/2003
2000 Oldsmobile Alero GL 2dr Coupe
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I purchased my Alero GL equipped with the 2.4L engine 2DR with approx. 19,000 miles on it as a program vehicle. Within the 1st 6 months of owning this vehicle I had to have the following items fixed/replaced: Replaced Struts Reseal rear windshield Re-mount trunk Deck lid Driver's side window fell into door (broken power window mech.) Had to replace Rotors @ 38,000 miles Aside from these problems the car has not been too bad thus far. Engine & road noise is a considerable detriment to this car. Also the deflation of the car's value has been extremely disappointing!!! This car becomes practically worthless not long after owning it.
It was a good car when I was 18!
Steph, 06/18/2009
2000 Oldsmobile Alero GLS 2dr Coupe
1 of 2 people found this review helpful
I have had this car for 5 years now. So far I have replaced the brakes/roters every year. I had to replace the radiator in 04'. Recently it has been constantly overheating. I went in today and they told me the head was cracked and the pistons were loose! I have put more money in repairs then what I bought it for! Off to the dealership to by a different car!
Watch out for 80000, its a doozy!!
Robyn, 03/19/2008
2000 Oldsmobile Alero GLS 2dr Coupe
1 of 2 people found this review helpful
I love the way my car looks and handles (it's the 3.4L v6 coupe) I do not like the way the intake manifold gasket fails, the dash peels or the control arm bushings squeak. Nice power (can beat the boys at a light, is quick off the line)and huge sunroof, but can prove costly when repairs are needed.
my car
rachel miller, 06/18/2008
2000 Oldsmobile Alero GLS 2dr Coupe
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
This is the first Olds. Alero that I've ever owned and I love it I've had it two years and its an excellent car and its fast I've modified the motor a little and put new exhaust on it
Great car
Mackenzie, 05/13/2002
2000 Oldsmobile Alero GLS 2dr Coupe
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
This car is fun to drive and performs well. I have had the car a year and a half with no major issues. Few minor issues (w/ cd player) That were all under warranty and fixed correctly by the Dealer ship the First time.
Love My Coupe!
ms.cheski, 03/03/2009
2000 Oldsmobile Alero GL 2dr Coupe
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I have had this car for about 18 months now and love it! This car had nearly 77k miles on it when purchased and we're up to 106k. I have the V6 motor and it has some serious power. Gas mileage isn't spectacular, but we're not too ginger, either. Around town we get 22-24, highway we've gotten up to 27 when she's all tuned up. Its solid and does well in the snow, too. There have been a couple issues with tie rods and once our rotors were practically rusted through- but I think they were cheap parts as we have not had the problem again. There is some issue with a few sensor lights coming on even tho nothing is wrong-I just ignore it. Only trading in because I'm pregnant and we need four doors.
Don't Love It As Much As BMatheis
Jagster, 07/28/2003
2000 Oldsmobile Alero GX 2dr Coupe
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Although I love my car, the doors leak during hard rain and has been in the shop over 8 times for them to try to fix with no resolution. My brakes/rotors have been worked on twice, were replaced the second time before the vehicle reached 26000 miles! I will not buy another GM vehicle, but I have to admit that I love my car... it's my first new car and I've gone through too many of the same problems in less than 3 years of ownership.
Fun, Looks great & only small problems
ibjeepr, 11/30/2003
2000 Oldsmobile Alero GX 2dr Coupe
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I bought the car used with 33000 miles on an impulse when I was actually looking for a used suburban. I haven't regreted it. It is one of the nicest looking cars out there,is fun to drive and has had only a couple insignifigant problems. I drive 400 miles every other weekend and enjoy it. I drive hard (just ask my poor passangers)and haven't seen the rapid brake wear even the mechanic told me to expect.
Put the brakes on...
Andrea Nel, 06/14/2005
2000 Oldsmobile Alero GLS 2dr Coupe
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Fun car to drive, stylish, roomy in the front, and love the air flowing to the back seat and removable ash tray that turns into a cup holder. This car was so close to my dream car until the mechanical problems started. Replaced brake rotors twice, water pump, and now am experiencing problems with the fan and the annoying blinker switch noise (anyone who has one knows what I'm talking about), problems with starting the car due to a electrical problem all before 75,000. My extended warranty ends at 85,000, and I'm sure I'll make use of it. Not the most mechanically dependable car I ever owned. Very nickle and dime on the mechanics...
Brakes are the only real problem
linenoise, 12/12/2003
2000 Oldsmobile Alero GL 2dr Coupe
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Bought new in 1999 (it's a 2000 Coupe with 2.4l) Other than the usual problems with Alero's (Brake Rotor/Hazard switch) this has been the most reliable car I have ever owned. I have 53K on it and the brake rotors are my only service items (twice but due for a 3rd), if considering drive the 2.4l and the 3.4 and you'll find that the 2.l4 seems smoother and quite fun.
Poor quality
joe joe, 03/05/2004
2000 Oldsmobile Alero GL 2dr Coupe
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Very disappointed in the quality. Nothing like buying a car and watching depreciation fall through the floor after 2 years, (paid 11k, trade in offer of 2.5k, 50k total milage) OUCH!. All sorts of irratating problems like electrical, workmanship. No major problems for the first 50k but didnt wait around for that to happen. Dumped for a loss, didnt trust it over the long haul. Very disappointed with GM on this and went with a Honda.
LEMON CAR
bethany, 05/04/2004
2000 Oldsmobile Alero GLS 2dr Coupe
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
3.4L v6. 03/00 75633mls, leather interior, 11,000 from a dealership the biggest mistake i made. Nice looking car, but the quality sucks! Lets see the cruise control doesn't work, half the time my blinker lights go out, upholstry on the dashboard is peeling, something wrong with the gas gauge, passenger side window dropped down, the cd player goes out sometimes, coolant leaks, passenger side door is hard to open, twice the engine had to be fixed, sometimes the engine does't turn over, no matter how much or how many time you refill the coolant the coolant light doesn't go off. i think because of the coolant problem the engine makes noises.
satisfied owner
bthompso_99, 06/26/2004
2000 Oldsmobile Alero GL 2dr Coupe
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Bought used two years old with 25,000 miles. Several problems while it was still under warranty. CD player was replaced, driver side window motor replaced, blower electrical controls replaced, cruise went out, rotor problem. No major problems since warranty expired. Other than these mostly electrical problems the car has been fun to drive and for the most part a reliable vehicle that met our needs. Traded it off for a larger vehicle with growing family. If not for the need of a larger vehicle we would have kept it for a few more years.
Great College Car
luminesa, 07/14/2004
2000 Oldsmobile Alero GL 2dr Coupe
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
My parents and I bought this car for my use during college. It gets wonderful fuel mileage, which is great for all of the driving I do. The space available to load my luggage in is also wonderful. The body of the car is very stylish--great for a young student.
Oregon Alero
out of the country, 08/20/2004
2000 Oldsmobile Alero GLS 2dr Coupe
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I now live outside the country and unfortunately have to sell my car. The V-6 is very powerful but also nimble. I am 6'4" and it is not crouded, I still have confortable head room. Gas effeciency is very good at close to 30 GPM on the highway. When I bought it I compared it to the Japanese/ German 2 dr. V6 Coupes. Nothing could come close enought in price (with comparative features) to warrent a 2nd test drive
Very disappointed in my alero
mad alero owner, 10/28/2004
2000 Oldsmobile Alero GLS 2dr Coupe
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I was so excited when I bought my very first car, my Alero. One month later, i had to replace the security feature, 6 monthes later, my dash started to wilt from the sun (even with a window cover). Now, almost 1 1/2 years after my purchase, I have to have a cover for my dash because it looks so bad AND I have to air up my tires at least 2x a week because they keep losing air. Had it checked out and checked out again, they keep saying nothings wrong. Not even halfway in to my payments and I'm looking for a new vehicle. I know one thing, it will not be an Alero.
I love my car, but.......
tbone420, 11/06/2004
2000 Oldsmobile Alero GX 2dr Coupe
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Very fun to drive and gets good mileage, but have had annoying probs. Window on driver side fell in door, rotors and brakes go once a year, power lock thing on driver door fell in, I could go on but I'll spare ya. Overall, it is a good vehicle. Cheaply made, but good in the snow and good on the gas.
Former Toyota Owner
S. Racer, 12/24/2004
2000 Oldsmobile Alero GL 2dr Coupe
0 of 1 people found this review helpful
My first car ever was a '72 Nova SS. The mechanic saw this car more than I did. This experience made me vow to never own an American car. I've owned 4 Toyotas, including an MR2 (best car I've ever had). When the Alero came out, I had to go back on my vow. I currently am driving a slick looking black V-6 coupe. Only major problem I've had was a power steering leak. Besides this, my Alero's quality build has been much better than what I expected. The power under the hood is scary (I'm thinking about getting a radar detector). Seating is good in the front AND the back. The styling is terrific! Beware: This car drinks gas like crazy. Besides this, it's a very fun & cool car to drive.
Good Solid Vehicle
My Review, 07/19/2005
2000 Oldsmobile Alero GLS 2dr Coupe
0 of 1 people found this review helpful
I bought my '00 Alero brand new. I was going to purchase a Grand Am, but once I drove the Alero, I knew it was the right choice. I have the GLS V6 2- door. I don't know if this is different than some of the bad reviews I've read on this site or not, but my Alero has been great. I have 140K miles on it, and my mechanic says that it is still running strong. I feel it is a solid car.
I LOVE THIS CAR
bmatheis, 03/19/2003
2000 Oldsmobile Alero GX 2dr Coupe
0 of 1 people found this review helpful
Bought this car new and it has 70,000K on it now, the only things i have had to do on it is regular maintance and i am not babying it!
Reliable and Stylish
lisa, 02/06/2007
2000 Oldsmobile Alero GLS 2dr Coupe
0 of 1 people found this review helpful
I never had a problem with either one of my Aleros. I owned a '99 and then a 2000! Oldsmobile finally came out with a beautiful, fun car that blew Pontiac and Buick out of the water.