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2.5 out of 5 stars

One big headache

Stay Clear, 12/16/2002
2001 Oldsmobile Alero GLS 4dr Sedan (3.4L 6cyl 4A)
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Very nice looking vehicle,but it's one problem after another,and the service is a joke.My vehicle has 24,500 miles and has already has had 3 complete brake jobs due to warped rotors,and has been to the dealer on 12 occasions for other problems.I highly recommend staying clear of this vehicle,unless you want mine!If the later of the two is the case, disregard anything I stated earlier,it's a great car!

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5 out of 5 stars

I love this car!

carreviewer, 12/26/2002
2001 Oldsmobile Alero GL1 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
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I bought this car because of the deal offered at the time. Also, because I thought I needed a replacement for my S10 (which now has 166k on it). So I now have 2 vehicles. This car is actually a GL2 which has the sport suspension and Goodyear Eagle RSA tires. This particular model rides and handles very different from other Aleros. There were very few GL2s made.

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2.38 out of 5 stars

.....at least it's pretty inexpensive!

JennO., 06/21/2002
2001 Oldsmobile Alero GL1 2dr Coupe (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
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Going from always having driven Hondas...this was a rude awakening! The only GM product I would consider in the future would be a truck/suv. The Alero is zippy and pretty fun to drive, but not the highest performing vehicle by any means....I like the V6 and would have been very unhappy I feel with the 4-cyl. I just hope I can sell it after hearing the crash test results!!!

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4.75 out of 5 stars

Love this car

Ananuri, 01/06/2003
2001 Oldsmobile Alero GL1 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
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Great car for the price. I've got mine for over 2 years now, and love it. Yes, I needed to change rotors during the first month (done under warranty, got brand new ones), but after that it has been excellent. Car looks great, V6 is excellent, and with 16-inch alloy weels and wide tires, it has better moves than many other, more expensive vehicles. I don't believe they are closing Oldsmobile.

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3.88 out of 5 stars

Good Lookin Out

Big Red Alero, 01/21/2003
2001 Oldsmobile Alero GL1 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
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Nice car for the money. Bought mine used about a month ago and have had no problems since(knock on wood). Was not the first car that caught my eye but once i took the price and standard features into consideration, looked like i was lured, and the bright red really stands out when clean.Looks really sharp from the front but the back could use a little work. Overall i am pleased to be an owner of one of the last oldsmobiles.

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