2001 Oldsmobile Silhouette Premiere 3.4L from North America
Summary:
Great reliable vehicle
Faults:
Rear wiper motor, fuel gauge / sender??? not sure yet, the fuel reading is off.
Waterpump issues, replaced waterpump.
- replaced headlights for projector high intensity HID lighting to improve beam and intensity.
- replaced front bearings, struts
- driver window motor arm replaced.
General Comments:
Great car, very reliable engine and well built. I bought it with high Km and its been very decent. It was driven 700km without a working waterpump, rad, cooling fans, ac condenser after hitting a deer and it held up amazingly at 120km/h on the highway. Well built gm product, things that people are complaining about are maintenance issues which break down on any car. Its just wear and tear things. One thing this car has for sure is great fuel economy, could use better seats, but the premiere is very decent and its very well equipped. You guys should get a caravan to see the difference, these GM vans were built to last.
Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes
Review Date: 7th September, 2006
26th Jun 2003, 11:58
I love our van too. Seats are wonderful. TV/VCR is great for the long road trips.
Regarding the engine noise, I have owned two GM's with 3.4 liter engines. They all make the same noise. My last one was a 1997 Montana. We actually had engine oil consumption issues, even after a rebuild. My new olds is less noisy, but still has the valve ticking on cold start. It does not however consume oil. It also is a lot quieter than the engine in my Montana.
Regard the transmission, were there any warning signs. My transmission on occasion may slip. I have the 50K warranty on it, but certainly don't want to deal with it going out just after warranty expires.
Any feedback is welcomed.