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Worst Car Ever Owned; A Real Lemon
joners, 09/28/2011
2003 Oldsmobile Alero GL2 4dr Sedan (3.4L 6cyl 4A)
1 of 7 people found this review helpful
Paid 8,000 for car and put 3,000 into engine, mostly seals, major problem in coolent system, cracked engine block, the list goes on and on.... this was the worst engine GM ever built, I don't reccommend it. Replaced fuel pump, then it was needing repairs twice a year. Joined a class action lawsuit and GM got out of it by filing bankruptcy. If your buying an Alero plan on spending alot for repairs, due to cheap parts and a poorly running engine.
2003 Olds Alero
alero_blues, 11/10/2008
2003 Oldsmobile Alero GL1 4dr Sedan (2.2L 4cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I bought this Alero in 2004, for 12K being a year old with only 23K on it, seemed like a good deal. Still paying it off today, have had the front rotor replaced, brakes, tires, battery, fuel pump and windshield replaced. The only problem I keep on having is a small water leak into the fuse box from somewhere around the windshield area, had it replaced, was good for a year, then it started leaking after a 3 day rain. By this point I am tired of dealing with the cost of trying to find the problem and just want a car that doesn't leak. I love my Alero, but i need something that is a little less water loving. Great design, like the seat and stereo set up, even though car is compact and comfy.
Do not buy this car
dsh1127, 01/18/2008
2003 Oldsmobile Alero GLS 4dr Sedan (3.4L 6cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I bought this car new in April 2003. It was a nice car until about 50,000 miles. At that point, my opinion on this car changed greatly! It started having one problem after another, and had so many squeaks, rattles and air leakage that you would think it was a 20 year old car. This car was in the shop so often that everyone knew me on a first name basis! The final problem was a major computer meltdown at 68,000 miles. I left it at the shop (unrepaired), got what I could for trade, and bought a used Nissan Maxima! Do not waste your money and time on an Alero!
So far so good
sharon, 08/05/2009
2003 Oldsmobile Alero GLS 4dr Sedan (3.4L 6cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
My alero 2003 has been so far pretty good. Going on a 2,000 mile trip within the next couple of days. Only problem I have is front driver side tire seems to have problems - rotate every 2,500 miles and gas mileage not the greatest. Used to buy Fords but they have the worst paint jobs in my opinion. Rust out. Chev's never have rusted; my dad always bought Oldsmobile so thought I would take his advise.
Tough to trade in
Greg, 09/05/2008
2003 Oldsmobile Alero GLS 4dr Sedan (3.4L 6cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I bought my Alero new and have had no problems with it at all. Anything that did go wrong was covered under warranty. Car has been so reliable that now 6 years into it, I'm having a hard time letting it go to trade in. I think I'm going to keep it. Handles great (I loaded the options when I ordered it). Only complaint is the V6 is a gas hog but makes up for it in the handling and power dept. Too bad Olds closed down.
My Oldmobile Alero
Kedibee, 11/12/2008
2003 Oldsmobile Alero GL1 4dr Sedan (2.2L 4cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I bought this car in 2006 with 63,000 miles on it. I have driven it for exactly two years now and have changed both bearings in front two times. Right now, it looks like I need to change them again. I will be driving it for straight 1700 miles, of course with sleeping breaks as long as 6 hours. I will know after this trip if this car is truly a good one.
Problems
Elly, 10/16/2009
2003 Oldsmobile Alero GL2 4dr Sedan (3.4L 6cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I had to replace the intake. It was covered under warranty. Then my rear defroster broke. It would cost me $100 because it was not covered under warranty. Now five years later my valves need to be replaced in the engine. What a joke. No warning. It started cutting out one day. Also last year 2008, I had to replace the wheel barrings in it.
Basic GM Econo-box
Jeff, 11/24/2008
2003 Oldsmobile Alero GLS 2dr Coupe (3.4L 6cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I purchased this car in 2005 with about 20,000 miles on it. It was an ex-rental from California. I now have have about 63,250 miles on it and it has/had some problems. The passlock had to be replaced ($460), the suspension starts squeaking annually and I have to take it to the dealer to get it lubricated, and the CD player only takes CDs when it wants to. The 3.4L V6 is nothing to write home about either at 170HP. Based from what I've read, I've been lucky with this car. My dashboard hasn't started peeling and I haven't had to replace any pumps or bearings. Although functional, the interior seems cheesy. Also, this car can't handle in the snow. The rear end gives out even with good tires.
Not a big fan, overall
NeglectedMind, 09/08/2010
2003 Oldsmobile Alero GLS 2dr Coupe (3.4L 6cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I have had so many problems with this vehicle, that it was really not worth the money I paid. I have replaced the brakes more often than I should have to, and have had numerous problems with the security system, that no one seems to be able to fix. I will take it into the shop, and they will temporarily fix the problem, and it will stop again. I have changed the spark plus, the ignition system, brakes, bearings, command start, and the clutch. It drives nicely when it is working, but not worth the money that I have had to put into it. All in all, I plan on buying a new car and ditching this lemon of an Olds. Do not buy!
Loving It!
Loving It!, 06/19/2008
2003 Oldsmobile Alero GL1 4dr Sedan (2.2L 4cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I love this car. What I really wanted was a grand am but i couldn't get one due to my credit so i got the closest one to it. I absolutely love this car! It has about 111K on it, it has a few squeals in the front i think its just because I hit a pothole too hard and the ignition sticks a bit but nothing serious so far. I love that it has that sporty feel to it and it beats the hell out of my Mercury Tracer I had.