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Oldsmobile Alero 5-stars
Shiloh S., 07/19/2019
2002 Oldsmobile Alero GL2 2dr Coupe (3.4L 6cyl 4A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
True American muscle from Lansing, Michigan, the ironically named Oldsmobile Alero is anything but old. I owned my all-black, John Wick edition, 02 Oldsmobile Alero GLS for three glorious years. I had to sell this high-speed aphrodisiac once I desired a committed relationship. This car leads to nothing but street racing, infidelity, and a rockstar lifestyle. 0 to 60 in four seconds faster than the next leading car, you'll be tempted to challenge the police, and you should. The Alero was the original vehicle proposed to headline the Fast and Furious series but when Vin Diesel was too scared to sit behind the wheel of one, they moved on. The sheet metal over paper mache exterior is as aerodynamic as it is light. You can throw a barbell between two of these puppies and bust out a 10-set of incline bench. Consider investing in some top-tier windshield wipers because the stock model wipers won't be able to handle the number of moist panties being thrown towards your dash. The car's a classic all-terrain war machine. It only goes up in value. 5-stars.
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Dave, 03/25/2009
2002 Oldsmobile Alero GL1 4dr Sedan (2.2L 4cyl 4A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Have owned this alero for a few years now, and it's been a pretty good car overall. Only true repairs were the LIM gasket and one of the wheel hubs. Otherwise no major problems...BUT...the security system acted up once, preventing us from starting the car, costing a new starter till we figured it out. The paint on the hood is terrible, the rear doors are rusting, and the rear quarter panels are rusting too. The plastic is flaking off the interior in places. The dashboard is starting to bubble. The "low tire pressure" light is on constantly. Most importantly, it starts every day, and even with the V6, I got 27 mpg on the last tank, which was mixed driving. Nice car, but...
consistant
papadoc, 03/02/2009
2002 Oldsmobile Alero GL1 4dr Sedan (2.2L 4cyl 4A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
well looks like im not the only one with the same probs, ive also expierenced window motor troubles on two windows! also frequent replacement of lights and bulbs here and there, fuel pump (first time) and it seems pretty consistant with everybodies elses expierience with their Alero. Good thing the thing is paid off!!!!
Luv my Alero
brenda23, 01/01/2004
2002 Oldsmobile Alero GLS 4dr Sedan (3.4L 6cyl 4A)
3 of 4 people found this review helpful
This is my 2nd Alero...been driving Alero's since 1999. I love the stylish looks and feel of this car! It zips around town (3.4 6 cyl) with ease and love how it handles, especially on tight curves. Like the dashboard layout - easy to reach stereo and controls. Quality car!
WORST OF THE WORST OF THE WORST
amrshalaby, 06/27/2013
2002 Oldsmobile Alero GL2 2dr Coupe (3.4L 6cyl 4A)
6 of 10 people found this review helpful
WORST CAR EVER MADE IN THE HISTORY OF MANKIND. Let's see where to start. I will start when the car was bought. AC Fan Resistor. Intake Gasket Manifold. Oil Pressure Sensor. Front Right Spring broke! Front Shocks and Front Springs! Front Wheel bearings went bad. Calibers seized. New brake calibers, new brake lines, and new rotors & pads, and the brakes still seized! AC Clutch bad, needs AC compressor. Cheap interior. dashboard cover is peeling and rolling backwards. New water pump. Then intake gasket only lasted 2 years, needed an engine. This car is an ongoing fire pitt for your money. WORST CAR EVER MADE.