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One of the Best Vehicles I've Owned
miker63, 12/05/2013
updated 06/06/2017
2000 Oldsmobile Silhouette Premiere 4dr Minivan
9 of 9 people found this review helpful
Bought our 2000 used in 2010 with over 150,000 miles on it. Has made several long, out of state trips and is our primary in town ride. I've replaced battery, starter, idle control valve, belt and tensioner, tailgate lift cylinders, and rear air shocks. Took to dealer for a bad crank speed sensor wiring harness - $600 total repair. All reasonable repairs for a vehicle this age. Love the space and seats. Excellent fuel economy. Nice driver. Solid overall construction. Has been a reliable and very good van for hauling kids to ball games, moving music equipment, and everything else! UPDATE: Sadly, some kid turned into my daughter while driving this van and totaled it. We could drive it up onto the wrecker, but the cost to repair the broken front end was just not economical. We bought a different brand of minivan to replace the Silhouette and I appreciate the Silhouette even more now. I especially miss the trip computer with the electronic compass, MPG, etc. Our replacement Honda Odyssey doesn't have that and it has taken me several months to get used to not seeing that information on the overhead console.
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Not a Toyota, But not Bad
bbcro, 04/20/2003
2000 Oldsmobile Silhouette Premiere 4dr Minivan
5 of 5 people found this review helpful
Initially disappointed w/interior build quality and materials. Things fell off and we didn't know where they came from (read, VERY plastic interior). Radio has been replaced 3 times, right door speaker twice, driver side seat heater twice, and rear window washer has failed so many times I gave up on it. But... the dealer was terrific (Bush Olds/GMC, Lenoir NC) always ready with a loaner and would pick up/drop off if necessary. Last van was Previa, better overall quality, but Olds is much more car-like and cheaper to repair.
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Need suv, don't want to sell Olds
Jason, 02/28/2009
2000 Oldsmobile Silhouette GLS 4dr Minivan
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
We bought our Silhouette with 67k on it and now have over 120k miles. I heard these vans were trouble when I bought it. All I can say is it has been the most reliable vehicle I have ever owned. I like everything about it except cupholders between the front seats which get stepped on then break. To date I have not had to to any repairs at all but have kept up on the preventative schedule. I tow a 3500 lb boat medium distances and this van tows great but lacks 4 wheel drive. The driver heated seat quit working though at 100k. I really need a 4x4 but I hate to see it go. A tip, I put a $1 bottle of fuel injector cleaner in the gas one time and the power increase was huge.
Best vehicle I ever owned
Deloris Kotowske, 11/05/2010
2000 Oldsmobile Silhouette GLS 4dr Minivan
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
Love my Olds Silhouette and would buy another one if they were still making them. I tell everyone how absolutely wonderful this vehicle is. Economical on gas, comfortable for traveling and my grandkids love riding in it. Easy to get into and out of which is an especially nice feature for older folks and those with certain back problems. No tugging to pull yourself up and out of the seat to exit the vehicle. Plus ease of motion to get into the vehicle. What a shame this awesome vehicle has been dis- continued. I have about 128,00 miles with nominal repairs. What a blessing financially that is in this day and age with repair bills soaring out of site. Fantastic mode of transportation.
Great Van, but Interior Not Dependable
Todd, 01/10/2007
2000 Oldsmobile Silhouette GLS 4dr Minivan
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
I bought this van with 12 miles on it and have put over 126,000 on it. There has NEVER been a mechanical failure, but it has had several problems with interior things. The power door had to be repaired three times, power windows twice, power door locks three times. Its gas mileage is outstanding, averaging 25 mpg. This van provides great comfort. Overall I am very pleased with it.
First Lemon I have owned
Terri, 10/27/2010
2000 Oldsmobile Silhouette Premiere 4dr Minivan
4 of 6 people found this review helpful
I like the drive, room, features, etc. and it ends there. I have owned this van for 8 years and this is what has gone wrong above regular maintenance issues: front windshield wipers - never worked properly, power windows - have to hand pull the windows up, fuel gauge broken, heated seats died after three years, problems with automatic sliding door, tires always going flat - the list goes on and on. I spent $4,000 in fixes last year alone. The best I can get for it on trade is $1,500. Not impressed.
The best car I have ever owned
MMman2, 03/16/2010
2000 Oldsmobile Silhouette GLS 4dr Minivan
2 of 3 people found this review helpful
I bought this van in year 2000 and its been a very good ever since then. I used it for my big family of 6 kids, and now they are not here any more and now just have 3 kids. It was very good on road trips and daily communicating, it got pretty good gas mileage also. Had to buy another motor for it but it now has over 250,000 miles on it. However, this car is not safe at all. But It has been a good van and the best car i have ever owned.
The cadillac of minivans
Lovin it so far., 02/07/2009
2000 Oldsmobile Silhouette GLS 4dr Minivan
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
My wife and I bought this minivan to help with our problem of fitting too many kids into our old autos. For a minivan it has some punch, gets comparably great gas mileage, and our minivan though it has 111,000 miles rides as smooth as the day it was bought i suspect. The interior was well thought out though, I find that the cup holders are in some odd places. all in all pretty happy with our purchase. 3600 out the door at the local dealership with a tank full of gas and an oil change.
Super Silky Silhouette
Ny oldsie, 01/08/2006
2000 Oldsmobile Silhouette GLS 4dr Minivan
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
The Oldsmobile Silhouette is a well thought out example of what America makes best! This van has a low cost to maintain. I recommend changing the dex-coolant every 3 years or 75,000 miles whichever comes first and remember to include the anti-leak tablets as per factory specifications! This vehicle will reward you with years of trouble free driving! Who says they don't make 'em like they used to! PS...I am still on the original Delco battery after six years of ownership!
Highly satisfied - great vehicle
K. Buck, 06/07/2008
2000 Oldsmobile Silhouette Premiere 4dr Minivan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Excellent vehicle to own. Never had any problems with it. Completely reliable. Excellent gas mileage. Built in entertainment system has been great for the kids and allows them to use game systems.
Oldsmobile Silhouette
Uncle Buck, 12/02/2002
2000 Oldsmobile Silhouette GLS 4dr Minivan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Installed Goodyear Regotta Tires, the milage went up from 21 to 25 highway. Have towed trailers from 700 to 1200 miles on trips. (Loaded U-Haul 5X8 single axil.) Ride is comfortable. The 3.4 engine is very fuel efficient and yet very responsive at highway spead for passing and acceleration. The seating flexability makes it a great all around vehicle. This vehicle may get you over the Minivan syndrome.
2000 Olds Silouhette
Scott Foster, 09/07/2003
2000 Oldsmobile Silhouette GLS 4dr Minivan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
This van is fun to drive, highly reliable, great on gas! We regularly get 25+ mpg on the highway! Buy one, you'll love it!
Whole family satisfaction
mmcorkins, 09/15/2003
2000 Oldsmobile Silhouette Premiere 4dr Minivan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Loaded with options, this minivan has been an excellent way to hit the highway with the whole family. Lots of cubby's, cupholders, and well placed controls keeps this vehicle's occupants happy and content.
good till 67,000 then falls apart
GREGw, 10/31/2003
2000 Oldsmobile Silhouette Premiere 4dr Minivan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
we bought a new 2000 model and all was good in the land until we hit 67,000 miles..It started with a brand new transmission,then the brakes went out (while my wife and kids are in the van),then oxygen sensor then 24 hrs later the other sensor,and the air conditor,the drivers window motor, both front tie rods,manifold intake valve,leak in the radiator..If you are going to buy american(which I will never do again,it is inferior to foreign) make sure you buy the extended warranty,thank heaven's we had that wisdom..in all over $7,000 of work has been done on this van that is only worth maybe 10 grand
Wife loves it!
rgolf1960, 05/13/2005
2000 Oldsmobile Silhouette Premiere 4dr Minivan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Bought second hand last year with 100k miles. Was in excellent condition and well taken care of. Had zero problems so far, and wife is completely satisfied. Previously we owned a '96 Ford Windstar, and this van is far superior. Got a great deal ($5,700) and hope it will last a couple more years.
Sorry to see Olds go!
Jeff, 06/24/2005
2000 Oldsmobile Silhouette Premiere 4dr Minivan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Our 2000 Extended Premier Edition Silhouette with all the leather and video toys is a very cool and comfortable ride. The car has spent many days in the dealer repair shop for work on brakes and manifold. The front end has been aligned three times but still goes through tires quick. This is the first front wheel drive car I've owned and I'm not a fan. Gas mileage for this big van is awesome and my wife is always running the AC.
2000 Oldsmobile Silhouette
psloan, 02/07/2006
2000 Oldsmobile Silhouette Premiere 4dr Minivan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Our Oldsmobile Silhouette hasn't left us stranded yet. Its engine has always run strong and smoothly other than an occasional hard start. As far as problems go, it had the passenger side window serviced under warranty at least twice. It is still slow going up and down. I also had to have the the VCR serviced once and it's out again. The dealer has not been helpful on this one. It has a squeaking and rattling from the back hatch area when going over bumps. We just replaced the water pump at 88,000 miles. The fuel gauge doesn't work and now the thermostat seems to be stuck open. It sounds like a diesel after cold start up.
Ok, but some problems
finderskeepers, 02/27/2006
2000 Oldsmobile Silhouette Premiere 4dr Minivan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
We bought our Silhouette for its creature comforts, but many of them have since failed us. It has 60,000 miles on it, but the rear air no longer works, nor does the driver's heated seat. I have had the rear air shocks replaced (not cheap), the battery replaced, and the original spec tires were gone by 40,000 miles. The engine always sounds like a diesel on start-up, lots of knocking going on until warmed up. On the plus side, it always starts, ihas buttery smooth leather seats, has a comfortable ride, and adequate power (but not overwhelming). I like the good sounding audio system and genuine 7 passenger seating.
great family van with room for all
Neyney, 02/26/2004
2000 Oldsmobile Silhouette Premiere 4dr Minivan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
really nice van that has a good feel when your behind the wheel. very comfortable
Ready to buy a 2004
Bones, 03/08/2003
2000 Oldsmobile Silhouette GLS 4dr Minivan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Easy to drive. My wife drives it as much as I do. Great for traveling with four back seats removed (I am retired). Wish we had the dual air/heat system. We live in the northeast and cold air comes in around the front doors where the latches are. My wife actually covers her arms with a blanket on cold days.
TRADE IN VALUW
LAURA AND JEFF, 09/17/2004
2000 Oldsmobile Silhouette GLS 4dr Minivan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
NICE LOOKING VAN IT HAS CAPTAIN SAETS AND REAR A.C. AIR.
OK with some problems
finner, 12/29/2004
2000 Oldsmobile Silhouette GLS 4dr Minivan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Quirks- mismatching paint from steel to plastic. Front passenger wheel fell off at 65000km. Heated driver seat keeps failing. Poorly installed outside trim. Three recalls on powerdoor. Fog lights don't last. Rear door inside handle failure. Coolant loss -- auxilliary heat pump was culprit at first, now? Driver side power window does not go up straight. Rear window wiper stops intermittently. EGR valve rusted.
Not Worth It
greg, 02/06/2007
2000 Oldsmobile Silhouette Premiere 4dr Minivan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
My Oldsmobile Silhouette had constant electrical problems. GM would not stand behind its defective intake manifold gasket problem despite a service memo noting the design issue. Is is any wonder Olds went down and GM sales are poor.
happy
mommy of 3, 03/25/2003
2000 Oldsmobile Silhouette GLS 4dr Minivan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
We love our van. The comfortable seats were much nicer than the toyota and honda minivans. We get great gas mileage avg. 22mpg highway/city mixed. The automatic door is so great, especially for the school pick-up line. We have had no major repairs or mechanical problems. This is a great van for long trips. The kids have their headphone and gaming jacks within their reach, and there are plenty of cup- holders. The ride is super smooth and quiet. We highly recommend this van.
Great Van
Mark Hart, 04/24/2003
2000 Oldsmobile Silhouette GLS 4dr Minivan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Have owned this van for over 2 years. No problems at all, except for automatic sliding door that was re- called and fix promptly by dealer. Good gas mileage for a large vehicle. I would buy another. It's a shame GM is dropping the OLDS nameplate.
2000 Silhouette
Swaayze, 05/31/2003
2000 Oldsmobile Silhouette GLS 4dr Minivan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
We love this van! It rides and drives great and seems to have everything we could want (ours is pretty much loaded, as we wanted when we bought new). I think this is an under- appreciated option in the minivan market.
love my olds van
powell, 03/26/2008
2000 Oldsmobile Silhouette GLS 4dr Minivan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Except for problems with the rear wiper, we have not experienced any major repairs. Some of the interior trim is a little on the cheap side for the top of the line olds. But I love my van and hope it last for awhile
powerful van
lovethevan, 05/23/2008
2000 Oldsmobile Silhouette Premiere 4dr Minivan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I purchased this van used it was nice and loaded leather captain seats vcr very comfortable and stylish. Had some front end work sensors replaced, back shock problems driver window recall on sliding side door head gasket leakage cylinder head going radiator coolant problems. was told not to repair but trade in for another vehicle. i do not want to get rid of this van. I love driving it. The gas mileage could be better.