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4.6 out of 5 stars
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4.75 out of 5 stars

Excellent

Emily B., 06/24/2008
2002 Oldsmobile Intrigue GL 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful

Bought it salvaged, and surprisingly the only problem so far is a malfunctioning window. Car has excellent MPG--I once clocked it at 34 hwy--and coasts around town like a dream. Heater can be a little weird; otherwise loaded with good functional features. Accelerates on a dime, quiet, fast.

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4.88 out of 5 stars

The Best Car I have owned!

mdc, 06/29/2008
2002 Oldsmobile Intrigue GL 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful

It is so depressing to know that you cannot replace this car with a newer model. I have been researching to purchase a new car, with lots of disappointments.

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4.63 out of 5 stars

The Best Car I Have Ever Owned

Steve R., 01/15/2010
2002 Oldsmobile Intrigue GLS 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
3 of 4 people found this review helpful

My wife and I leased a 1999 GL and when GM announced the phase out of the Intrigue in 2002 with the end of Olds, we had to buy one while we still could. We got the GLS fully loaded for about $25,000. After 8 years and closing in on 200,000 miles, (not a typo), it is the best car I have ever owned, hands down. Impressive pick up for a car of that size. The 3.5L V6 with regular maintenance is as durable as they come, and still purrs like a kitten. The optional "Precision Control System" gives the car great handling, especially around curves at higher speeds, and the ride comfort is very good for a sportier car. Still getting 24/28 mpg. A great car. Too bad GM couldn't sell more of them.

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5 out of 5 stars

Why discontinue the Intrigue?

Bill Hartung, 03/08/2002
2002 Oldsmobile Intrigue GX 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
3 of 4 people found this review helpful

When I test drove the car, I was surprised at the Intrigues's engine responsiveness and smoothness, it's nimble handling, and it's useful space. I have owned many Oldsmobiles and the Intrigue is the best-balanced Oldsmobile that I have driven. The Intrigue handles as well if not better than many compact performance cars. Don't just look at the car. Test drive it! I was surprised. You may be too.

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3.88 out of 5 stars

A little more than Vanilla

swimmercr, 12/16/2013
2002 Oldsmobile Intrigue GX 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
5 of 9 people found this review helpful

This is my first car and I am 17. So far, it has been a good car. I have the GX with an optional spoiler. Have had the car for 5 mos. I have had minimal problems with it. All i had to do was change the front left signal light. I have heard some rumors about this car. Some good, some not. It had best in class performance (at the time) and the interior is filled with nice touches and the fun "ninja cup holder". I have 86k miles on mine and got it for free. It was from my grandma when she died. Unfortunately, it has white stripes on the tires -_- So far, good car. It is good at being a little more than a car. I want to plasti-dip the wheels and put a fart can on it. And aftermarket radio & sub

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4.5 out of 5 stars

2002 Olds Intrigue GL

Tony M, 11/11/2004
2002 Oldsmobile Intrigue GL 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

This is the wife's car,but I drive it occasionally. We negotiated a very good price and GM gave a $3500 rebate. I occasionally drive the car, and it is always a pleasure. It is very comfortable,handles well,plenty of power and loaded with features. This car has been rock solid reliable through 67k miles (knock on wood). The OHC engine took a little getting used to. I'm used to the classic push rod grunt off the line and then power fade at 4000 or so rpm. Exactly the opposite happens with the 3.5 OHC. Overall we are VERY pleased with the Intrigue. I am and always have been a "GM guy." It is a shame that the Olds division had to die-they were building GM's best cars.

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4.63 out of 5 stars

Value Purchase

swagled, 05/11/2002
2002 Oldsmobile Intrigue GL 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful

This is a real bang-for-the buck vehicle. Well optioned, nice handling, and styling still competitive for a 1997 design. There are some annoying design flaws (popping sounds in the steering, flickering headlights) common to this car, but no problems in the sense of reliability. The car is very long-legged and drives quite confidently at 90MPH.

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5 out of 5 stars

Oldsmobile Intrigue 2002

Ken Corey, 06/30/2002
2002 Oldsmobile Intrigue GL 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful

I previously owned a Cadillac Seville and wanted a car equal in comfort and size. This is just as comfortable, more peppy, and more economical. I only have my cars dealer serviced because they know the cars.

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4.5 out of 5 stars

Still Satisfied

wigz, 07/27/2008
2002 Oldsmobile Intrigue GL 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful

Nearly 72 months now as original owner. The Intrigue GL still delivers on all expectations. The intermediate steering shaft needs lubrication for the first time but it's not a critical maintenance issue. Most GM W-Body cars need that $100 dealer service only once in 100,000 miles. Other than that no unscheduled services required. 90 percent of my driving is in the city and the car averages 19 miles-per-gallon. All-in-all it's been a pretty darn nice car!

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4.63 out of 5 stars

I love it!

gaymarty, 05/16/2002
2002 Oldsmobile Intrigue GLS 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful

18000 miles and no problems at all. I have only been back to the dealer when the "change oil" light on the 3.5L, 215HP, "short star" engine lights. This car is a keeper.

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