Used 1997 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight Sedan Consumer Reviews
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I LOVE this car but...
Lady who buys cars, 05/07/2010
1997 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight LS 4dr Sedan
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
I bought this used as a second car for the family. I love it and it's totally fun to drive. We also have a 1993 Buick Park Avenue. It's the same car only a little older. I like the updates on the Old's 88 but i'm having some old car type problems. The anti theft system engaged and had to be bypassed. The lighters don't work so I can't plug things in. The fuel sending unit rusted. $600. There just seems to be a lot of little things. I'm not sure if it's because the car is old. My other old car (the Park Ave) didn't have these problem - from what I recall. This car feels like luxury when you drive it. THAT's nice!
A Bargain Family Car
ddonn315, 04/10/2002
1997 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight LS 4dr Sedan
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
We bought this car to replace our aging '87 Delta 88, which we decided to keep, and still have! Just as the '87 is, this car is a sleeper of a bargain as a family car. They are as reliable as any car can get, We consistently get 33mpg on the highway. It rides like a luxury car, and has the smooth quiet power that everyone enjoys. We live in the snow belt of upstate NY, and this car never ever spins a wheel any time! It's just so sure footed, no need for alll wheel drive here! I recommend any of these cars that have been well maintained. Used ones are plentiful, and cheap!
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A Very Good Car
jeffnkim, 09/06/2003
1997 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight LS 4dr Sedan
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
We bought this car used in '99 with 101,000 on the odometer. Has been a very good car, with only minor repairs. It seems to be hard on front brake hardware like pads and disc rotors (probably the way wifey drives!) but otherwise VERY dependable and I would recommend it to anyone. Styling is somewhat "dumpy" but still a very good car.
Has more power than meets the eye!
Mother of 2, 04/12/2002
1997 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight 4dr Sedan
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
This has been a wonderful car. In going from the comfort and power of a Cadillac Sedan Deville (used) to a smaller car I was a bit concerned. But it didn't take me long to fall in love with this vehicle. The V6 Engine has plenty of get up and go and if I had my foot to the pedal I could have taken that Firebird! As far as reliability, I follow routine maintenance and have no problems except for a faulty gas gage. I would recommend this car to anyone if they can still find one that was taken good care of.
Great Car
Old Ted, 01/23/2003
1997 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight LS 4dr Sedan
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
We bought the car with about 30K miles. The cassette deck immediately ate a tape. At about 80K miles the fuel pump and sender unit had a melt down and cost us over $900 CDN to repair. Too many of these expensive setbacks could quickly turn a person off. Otherwise the car has been excellent in every way.
American Classic
BT, 08/05/2004
1997 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight 4dr Sedan
3 of 4 people found this review helpful
Bought as dealer exec car with 5,500 miles on it. Big brawny rugged reliable American classic. It's a shame Olds is no longer made. We had a Pontiac 6000 LE for 15 years which was a great car. When we looked for its replacement, this Olds 88 was even better.
I love this used car!!!!
victor26, 12/29/2010
1997 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight LS 4dr Sedan
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Comfortable with no problems at all. We bought it with 30K miles on it and have had not one problem in the past year. My Mom swears it is a Cadillac because of the comfort and pick up. We do change the oil and take good care of the car...it is a great ride!