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Never Again
UnhappyFloridian, 09/19/2005
2000 Oldsmobile Bravada 4dr SUV AWD
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I was really excited about purchasing my Platinum Edition Oldsmobile Bravada until I started having problems with it. At 36,000 miles my transmission, rear wiper motor and A/C system all went (glad I bought the extended warranty). Since then, I have replaced the brakes twice, redone the front end, and keep getting water in my transfer case (car has been in the shop at least six times for this alone). I never drive in water and they can't figure out what the problem is. Also, it has lots of rattles. My ignition shorted twice as did my radio. My transmission is going again and the roof rack paint is peeling. The jack they provided could not hold the vehicle weight. Oldsmobile refused to replace a $50 jack free of charge. I would never purchase an Oldsmobile again.
Love The Look
john2551, 09/27/2006
2000 Oldsmobile Bravada 4dr SUV AWD
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I purchased a 2000 Bravada about three months ago. It only had 55,000 miles on it and was a good deal (so I thought). It looks and drives good but I can't depend on it at all. I just had 2,000 in repairs for the differential, and now the air conditioner is going bad. I love the car but I should have known better then to buy it, I just didn't want an Explorer or a Mountineer.
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cameronlerback235, 12/04/2006
2000 Oldsmobile Bravada 4dr SUV AWD
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I love my Bravada. It is a nice vehicle, but it has it's drawbacks because when I got in my car accident it started having problems and it wouldn't start sometimes. I had to replace my computer in the vehicle and now it runs fine. I am getting ready to replace my shocks and tires, that way it will ride a lot nicer but it is real quiet and I can barely hear the engine when driving or accelerating. It has a nice 4.3L V6 engine and it has enough torque but I wouldn't mind more and maybe a better sound system.
Don't Buy It
Jery, 09/07/2007
2000 Oldsmobile Bravada 4dr SUV AWD
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Bought the vehicle for my wife with 36,000 miles on it, and all I can say is thank God for the extended warranty. The all wheel drive started acting up soon after we got it. I have had to replace the whole front end, rear leaf springs, differential seals, crank seals, and they still can't figure out what is wrong with the electrical system or the A/C system. I have always been a GM guy but I must say if they keep building them like this I may have to switch. Looking forward to getting rid of this lemon. Take my word on this don't ever buy one of these SUVs. This thing also sucks down the gas, I get better economy out of my full size pick up truck.
Perform maintenance and it will be fine
slik056, 07/20/2007
2000 Oldsmobile Bravada 4dr SUV AWD
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Vehicle drives nice, some interior creaks from the back when off-roading. Purchased used with 66,000 miles, still running great. Maintain these like the owner's manual says and it should last you a long time. You need to change transmission fluid at least every 50k miles, as stated in the manual. You also need to have the chassis greased every 10k or so to prevent front end repairs (balljoints, steering joints, etc.). Most people ignore the maintenance schedule, then complain when things break. Every GM vehicle I have owned has had over 200k and ran fine when I sold them, proper care of vehicles makes all the difference. Read and follow maintenance schedules!
Oldsmobile Bravada 4.3 AWD
Pawel, 09/27/2007
2000 Oldsmobile Bravada 4dr SUV AWD
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I've had ups and downs with this car. I love the car because of all the memories I have had with it. It actually has help up pretty well I guess you can say. But the quality of this car. I have to say GM did a very poor job. I have had to replace so many things on this car, it was probably not even worth it. I could of probably paid off another car with that money. the most stupid feature that I hate is the air pump that apparently is defective in all Blazers and Bravada models 96-01.
Headache
Cindy, 04/21/2008
2000 Oldsmobile Bravada 4dr SUV AWD
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I go through wheel bearings every year on this. The gas gauge has not worked since it had 65,000 miles. At 70,000 miles the door hinges needed replaced over $500 for that. Now at 94,000 miles the 4 wheel drive is not working. This vehicle has cost me nothing but money. I would not recommend it at all. Numerous other small things has gone wrong with it. and i keep it well maintained and i still have nothing but problems with it.
It's terrible
Monae, 04/20/2023
2000 Oldsmobile Bravada 4dr SUV AWD
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
When I had got this car it was good in the beginning but then it started having multiple problems this is one of the worst vehicles I've ever had alternator was going out motor was going bad everything this car was costing me a arm and a leg so I'm glad I got rid of it I have a Toyota and it runs a heck of a lot better than this vehicle this Oldsmobile bravada was terrible and no I do not recommend this vehicle get a good Japanese car that's where it's at Oldsmobile Bravada is not where it's at I mean everything just went bad on this truck this was the truck from hell
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Very comfortable car
Jasmine Brown, 05/08/2002
2001 Oldsmobile Bravada AWD 4dr SUV (4.3L 6cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
it is a very good reliable car.
Problems
CathyC, 07/23/2003
2001 Oldsmobile Bravada AWD 4dr SUV (4.3L 6cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
We have had several problems. The biggest one being the Transfer Case, which the dealer will not replace. Now at 17,000 miles we are replacing oil coller adapter seal, transfer case seal, and 1st differencial pin seal. I love the looks of this car, but I'm really sorry I bought it now and will probably get rid of it soon.
Should have researched better!
Scott, 06/01/2005
2001 Oldsmobile Bravada AWD 4dr SUV (4.3L 6cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I bought this thing from a small dealer, mistake #1. Since I have bought it, I have put roughly 15,000 miles on it in almost 20 months. I have had to replace a CO2 pump, oil cooling lines, and both front brake rotors and both front wheel bearings. The check engine light has been on more than I can count. There is a lesson to be learned from buying a vehicle that manufacturer has gone out of business...Don't!
olds bravada is great
wolvo, 06/05/2004
2001 Oldsmobile Bravada AWD 4dr SUV (4.3L 6cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I have enjoyed my oldsmobile bravada, have had it for a year and it has been perfect for me.
Look elsewhere
Christova, 03/10/2003
2001 Oldsmobile Bravada AWD 4dr SUV (4.3L 6cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I greatly regret my investment in a 2001 Bravada, especially after considering the horribly low resale value(I paid 34,000, worth less than 15,000 a mere two years later) and the terrible build quality. It is two years old but may as well be 10 the way it is falling apart. The Bose stereo is now useless as the door plastic rattles at higher bass like the speakers on a $10 walkman. I have had it in for service numerous times including problems that they just cannot fix. For instance, if you crank the wheel and back up, the truck grinds and grates and just today it did the same when I pulled forward and cranked the wheel.
Nice SUV!!
Kevin, 12/08/2004
2001 Oldsmobile Bravada AWD 4dr SUV (4.3L 6cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Very nice vehicle! Rides very nice, no sway like earlier SUV of its type. The leather seats are very supple and conforming, the lumbar support makes long drives even more comfortable. Excellent rear-round, all utility car, I've got the power moonroof that I use all the time during warm weather. Plenty of storage space, but not too big of a car. The gas mileage could be a little better, but at about 16-17.5 mpg (depending on driving types) I guess it's not too far off of any other large car. It has the power needed when it's needed!! Used the hitch to pull 2 cars out of ditches last year, SmartTrack works great without any buttons to push as well! Recommend this vehicle!!
Good, could be better
Matt, 09/24/2007
2001 Oldsmobile Bravada AWD 4dr SUV (4.3L 6cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I have owned this vehicle for a year now and I like it, a lot! The truck rides very nice and handles well, the interior fit and finish is typical GM business, bad. Doors squeak over rough pavement. I really like the front seats, extremely comfy. Power is decent and I average 18 mpg in town. The transmission shifts smoothly. So far I have 102000 miles on it and I love the way it feels. Not as off road ready as I like, and interior quality is poor, but overall, very good buy. You won't be dissappointed.
Poor Quality Brakes & Poor Customer Svc
jetpilot, 10/03/2003
2000 Oldsmobile Bravada 4dr SUV AWD
0 of 2 people found this review helpful
My Vehicle has just over 40,000 as well as a friends 2000 Bravada and we both have to replace brake rotors that are decintegrating. GM used poor quality bi-metal brake rotors that quickly rust in between metal layers causing the outer layers to separate and bad pulsing in the brakes. This rotors come from factory at their minimum thickness and can not be turned. Customer service denies any problem and totally unwilling to assist. Just ask your local Midas how many they've seen.
Glad to still be alive
Sam, 07/21/2009
2000 Oldsmobile Bravada 4dr SUV AWD
0 of 1 people found this review helpful
I owned this car for one year, lost brakes and ended in a ditch. The car had 70000 miles only. Checked the car. The frame was corroded. Factory undercoating was ridiculous and was not existing anymore (thinner than onion skin). The brake lines were badly corroded, and broken under the rear, driver side door, over the frame and below the cabin. Totaled the car.