Overview & Reviews

User Reviews:

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  This car rots! - 1999 Oldsmobile Silhouette
  By Furious - March 2 - 8:16 am

  Bought the car. Was thrilled. Two weeks later the transmission failed - got replaced - then the alignment was never right - replaced tires every year; breaks too - tranny replaced three more times - two engines - alternator gone twice - electrical failed in year 4 - rail for driver sliding door broke year 5 - leather is so thin on seats, metal seat cushion supports showing year 7. With some cars you can say you got two cars for the price of one theyre so good. With this stinking car we had to pay for two cars (repairs) but only got to take one - broken one - home. Right now its in Baltimore MD - broken down - the trany went again - we live in N. Carolina. Were not fixing it again!

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  Ok, but some problems - 2000 Oldsmobile Silhouette
  By finderskeepers - February 10 - 7:30 pm

  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 drivers 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.

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  Love it - 2001 Oldsmobile Silhouette
  By PatC - January 18 - 10:00 am

  We now have 167,000 miles on our van and we have had no major problems with it. The AC needed work at 112,000 and the rear lights (including back up sensors) went bad at 125,000 but we bought parts at a junk yard and everything is still going great.

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  100,000 miles and still going - 2002 Oldsmobile Silhouette
  By john - December 17 - 8:56 pm

  Nice van. Had intake gaskets replaced at 50,000. Driver seat replaced because recliner handle broke and seat tore. This should never have happened, but it did.

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  dont buy - 2002 Oldsmobile Silhouette
  By dont buy - November 14 - 6:23 pm

  this van is pretty bad. it may be luxury, but it is not reliable.

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  If you own it sell it - 2001 Oldsmobile Silhouette
  By nobehappy - October 31 - 12:53 pm

  Good looking with lots of features. But way too many mechanical problems. Heated seats went right after the warranty. The gasket problems cost a fortune to fix and occur over and over. The transmission gave out at 110k miles. Towed to Olds dealer. They quoted $3,400 for them to fix and another $625 for other problems they found on the diagnostics tests. It is going to the junk yard as it is not worth fixing. I really regret buying this thing...just shows how far they are behind in matching the higher- quality build of Hondas and Toyotas. It is no wonder GM has problems getting people to want to buy their vehicles and trust them after experiences like this.

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  Silhouette Premiere - 1999 Oldsmobile Silhouette
  By berry - October 13 - 10:00 am

  Very good and reliable vehicle. Great for those long family trips. Has plenty of room and is very comfortable for children and adults alike. The entertainment system helps calm your nerves by preoccupying the children.

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  2001 Oldsmobile Silhouette - 2001 Oldsmobile Silhouette
  By P. Carey - August 13 - 2:00 am

  I have experience no problems with this van. It is a fun and enjoyable to drive. The interiors is clean and neat design, with lots of room for all.

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  Lovinit - 2002 Oldsmobile Silhouette
  By Greatvan - July 27 - 10:00 am

  Traded our 2000 GL for this GLS. No major problems with either van, a great deal on Olds! Seats are sized for REAL adults, not like Hondas pint sized seats! Solid, Dependable, Luxurious, Great gas mileage, hauling capabilities, towing package, self- leveling suspension! Fantastic, sure are going to miss Oldsmobiles when they are no longer made. :-(

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  Transmission Troubles - 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette
  By Carolynn - July 21 - 2:00 am

  We picked up our Silhouette, drove it for about a week before we left for Florida where we spend the winter. We made it as far as Gainesville and the check engine light came on, the gas mileage decreased and the performance in traffic decreased dramatically. We were reasonably close to our destination so we continued on. Thank Heaven we didnt stop to have it checked as we took it in to the dealer in Bradenton on our arrival and it took 11 days to get it back. The transmission was out. We were told it took that long because the transmission never goes out. DUH! We have it back but are getting 20 MPG compared to 29 MPG before the transmission quit.