Overview & Reviews

User Reviews:

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  Average mid-size car - 1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass
  By adam - June 10 - 10:36 pm

  Bought this car used in 2002 with 25k on it. Color and finish still look great with 93k on it now. Performed regular maintenance on it but still had many mechanical problems. Head gasket twice, fuel injectors (had to replace 4), brakes, rotors, radio, a/c, power window, thermostat, water pump, steering, etc. Had extended warranty when purchased that paid for most of it but ran out on 2006. Still will keep it. Repairs still cheaper than a new car note every month.

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  Good mid-size car - 1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass
  By Olds4ever - February 21 - 9:56 am

  After my Cutlass rolled 100K miles, I had to invest almost $2000 in repairs underneath the hood. Serpentine belt, alternator, water pump, rotors (every 20K miles), shocks, battery (ok, cant complain on that one, it was original) and brakes. My gas gauge went about 3 years ago, so I have to monitor my trip odometer. This past winter, I slid on black ice and "totaled" my car. I slammed into a guard rail pretty hard and I was able to walk away from that accident. This is a sturdy car and I love it. Even though the front fender is damaged, we replaced the steering knuckle and the car is drivable. Now the ABS light comes on every time I start the car. I will keep it until it dies.

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  Not Too Shabby - 1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass
  By Laura - January 22 - 9:36 am

  Overall, it drives well, but like other midsize GM cars, its needed frequent repairs - electrical switches malfunction, brakes need frequent replacing, etc.... Its doing well for having 140,000 miles, but Im always wondering when something will need fixing next.

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  eh, its an OK car.. - 1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass
  By Jared - November 14 - 10:00 am

  Hmm ... I know that the Malibu/Cutlass duo is dubbed "The car you knew America could build", but that isnt saying much. Its an OK car for sure, but i did have to replace the altenator (265.00), my brakes squeek sometimes, and the wood grain, i mean.. plastic trim on the doors rattle quite often. On the plus side the cars design should hold up well over time, and the interior is nice. I think the "blandness" of the car actually work in its favor, many people think its nicer and more expensive than what it really is.. you can thank Toyota and Honda for that design inspiration.. All in all, a competant, mediocre car.

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  Shaking on the Highway - 1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass
  By orphancitrus - October 16 - 10:00 am

  This car is confortable to sit in and once it gets going, it has a lot of good acceleration. However, on the highway, it is a little shaky, and does not have the refinement of mid-size imports. Engine and trans is reliable, but electrical problems with dash had to be replaced twice, to correct short in climate control. Also, cassette player stopped working after $50K although CD still working. Air conditioner fan cuts out on long road trips. If you are looking for a big American car for a little money, this is not a bad choice.

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  I love it! - 1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass
  By shellbells - August 31 - 2:00 am

  Just traded it in and I miss it already.

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  My Alero Fred - 1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass
  By jwurtenberg - June 6 - 2:00 am

  I have named my Alero Fred because we have been through so much together. He is the best car Ive ever owned; very reliable, smooth ride, and powerful.

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  BRAKES! - 1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass
  By franr - April 14 - 10:00 am

  4TH BRAKE JOB IN LESS THAN 4 YEARS AND 54K MILES! I also have been told it is my driving habits. First time in 30 years of owning cars that I been told that! I have had some other problems with the car, but it is the brake problems I find totally UNACCEPTABLE! I have called olds customer service at 1- 800-442-6537 to complain. Waiting for a response. If you have had 2 or more brake jobs in less than 4 years, you should call too. This is not only a monetary issue as well as an inconvenience, I am concerned about the safety issue as well.

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  Cutlass - 1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass
  By JLFL - March 20 - 6:23 pm

  Got this car in March just as a point A to point B car. Rides pretty well with a nice suspension and decent power. Fuel economy has been about 17/25/20.5, which is acceptable. The car is roomy and comfortable, but the build quality is pretty iffy. Had a couple interior trim pieces fall off, and some other loosely attached pieces. Mechanically it has help up pretty good, but a cog in the steering mechanism is off-set, not said to be a serious problem though.

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  1999 Cutlass GL sedan - 1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass
  By amanda - September 14 - 11:23 am

  I have had my car almost 2 years now. It has 180,000 miles on it we have had it to Florida 4 times, Louisville several. The car still runs like a new one. I see all these bad things wrong with these on here. I guess I just got a good one the only major problem we have had is the intake gasket small problem. Didnt take but $200 to fix. Seems like these people all just got a lemon.