Overview & Reviews

User Reviews:

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  Not a Toyota, But not Bad - 2000 Oldsmobile Silhouette
  By bbcro - March 22 - 10:00 am

  Initially disappointed w/interior build quality and materials. Things fell off and we didnt 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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  Sorry to see Olds go! - 2000 Oldsmobile Silhouette
  By Jeff - November 26 - 4:20 am

  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 Ive owned and Im not a fan. Gas mileage for this big van is awesome and my wife is always running the AC.

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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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  Great Van, but Interior Not Dependable - 2000 Oldsmobile Silhouette
  By Todd - January 9 - 8:26 pm

  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.

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  The cadillac of minivans - 2000 Oldsmobile Silhouette
  By Lovin it so far. - December 27 - 2:50 am

  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.

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  The best car I have ever owned - 2000 Oldsmobile Silhouette
  By MMman2 - July 26 - 4:43 am

  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.

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  Wife loves it! - 2000 Oldsmobile Silhouette
  By rgolf1960 - January 10 - 1:30 am

  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.

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  2000 Oldsmobile Silhouette - 2000 Oldsmobile Silhouette
  By psloan - October 6 - 10:10 pm

  Our Oldsmobile Silhouette hasnt 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 its 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 doesnt work and now the thermostat seems to be stuck open. It sounds like a diesel after cold start up.

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  Need suv, dont want to sell Olds - 2000 Oldsmobile Silhouette
  By Jason - February 20 - 1:36 pm

  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.

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  Ready to buy a 2004 - 2000 Oldsmobile Silhouette
  By Bones - August 11 - 2:00 am

  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.