purchased on: June 2, 2008
paid: $850 CAD
Kilometers at purchase: 170,580 (105,993 miles)
I am in the process of restoring/fixing up/cleaning her.
You can see all the progress at: http://www.youtube.com/user/ProjectAchieva
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By !!!TED!!!
By !!!TED!!! •
Oldsmobile Achieva SYear: 1995Engine Configuration: V6Engine Size: 3.1Driveline: FWDTransmission: 4 speed automaticHorsepower: 155 hp @ 5200 rpmTorque: 185 lb.-ft. @ 4000 rpmColor: Medium Cloisonne Blue MetallicOdometer: 212000Odometer Unit: KilometersModifications:black racing stripes
442 inspired dual black racing stripes on the hood
Parts Cost: $9.99 | Install Cost: $0.00 | Rating: 3/5
Notes: It was supposed to be a test, but became permanent. The stripes are comprised of black electrical tape!Added: November 15, 2009
gas tank
new gas tank
Parts Cost: $180.00 | Install Cost: $60.00 | Rating: 3/5
Notes: Original gas tank was leaking!Added: November 15, 2009
window motor
drivers side window motor
Parts Cost: $56.00 | Install Cost: $65.00 | Rating: 3/5
Notes: The drivers side window motor was replaced at purchase...so I could use the window!Added: November 15, 2009
tires
2 Goodyear snow and ice tires for the drive wheels
Parts Cost: $40.00 | Install Cost: $0.00 | Rating: 3/5
Notes: The car had mismatched tires, so I opted for 2 slightly used and very beefy Goodyear snow and ice tires for the front wheels.Added: November 15, 2009
battery
car battery
Parts Cost: $100.00 | Install Cost: $0.00 | Rating: 3/5
Notes: New heavy-duty battery installed August 14, 2008.Added: November 15, 2009
alternator
alternator
Parts Cost: $178.00 | Install Cost: $90.00 | Rating: 3/5
Notes: New reconditioned alternator installed August 14, 2008.Added: November 15, 2009
water pump
water pump
Parts Cost: $89.00 | Install Cost: $100.00 | Rating: 3/5
Added: November 15, 2009
tensioner
serpentine belt tentioner
Parts Cost: $160.00 | Install Cost: $100.00 | Rating: 3/5
Added: November 15, 2009
serpentine belt
serpentine belt
Parts Cost: $70.00 | Install Cost: $0.00 | Rating: 3/5
Added: November 15, 2009
lower intake gasket
lower intake gasket
Parts Cost: $180.00 | Install Cost: $420.00
Added: November 15, 2009
stabalizer bar links
stabalizer bar links
Parts Cost: $30.00 | Install Cost: $40.00 | Rating: 3/5
Notes: Both front stabalizer bar links added after the originals went missing (!?).Added: November 15, 2009
ball joint
left front lower ball joint
Parts Cost: $25.00 | Install Cost: $60.00 | Rating: 3/5
Notes: Left front lower ball joint replaced. Old one was falling apart!Added: November 15, 2009
control arm bushing
front lower control arm bushing
Parts Cost: $50.00 | Install Cost: $120.00 | Rating: 3/5
Added: November 15, 2009
grille script
Oldsmobile grille script
Parts Cost: $0.00 | Install Cost: $0.00 | Rating: 3/5
Added: November 15, 2009
radio knobs
chrome-like radio knobs
Parts Cost: $5.00 | Install Cost: $0.00 | Rating: 3/5
Notes: Chrome-like radio knobs from a 1990 Chevrolet Cavalier! Replace the stock black knobs. Direct fit!Added: November 15, 2009
rear ashtray
metal rear ashtray
Parts Cost: $5.00 | Install Cost: $0.00 | Rating: 3/5
Notes: Metal rear ashtray from a 1997 Buick Skylark. Replaces the stock black-painted one. Direct fit!Added: November 15, 2009
kickplates
chrome-like kickplates
Parts Cost: $5.00 | Install Cost: $0.00 | Rating: 3/5
Notes: Kickplates from a 1997 Buick Skylark. I painted them chrome. Direct fit replacement for the stock black kickplates!Added: November 15, 2009
sun visors
front sun visors
Parts Cost: $5.00 | Install Cost: $0.00 | Rating: 3/5
Notes: 1997 Pontiac Grand Am GT sun visors with extendable sun shades! Direct fit replacement for the stock visors. Same colour!Added: November 15, 2009
wheels
16" Z24 aluminum wheels with tires
Parts Cost: $120.00 | Install Cost: $0.00 | Rating: 3/5
Notes: 2000 Cavalier Z24 16" aluminum wheels with tires. These will be a direct fit replacement for the stock 15" aluminum wheels. Were to be on the car in October, but the project is delayed.Added: November 15, 2009
flood lights
blue LED underdash flood lights
Parts Cost: $10.00 | Install Cost: $0.00 | Rating: 3/5
Notes: Blue LED underdash flood lights replace the stock white 194 wedge bulbs.Added: November 15, 2009
transmission
Parts Cost: $0.00 | Install Cost: $1,600.00
Notes: Rebuilt transmission with 2000km installed on December 1st.Added: January 02, 2011
heater core bypass
Parts Cost: $0.00 | Install Cost: $140.00 | Rating: 3/5
Notes: Heater core broke, and was bypassed.Added: January 02, 2011
Price: 850.00
This is my 1995 Oldsmobile Achieva S sedan. It is fully loaded (minus CD player and cargo net), and has the 3100 V6.
purchased on: June 2, 2008
paid: $850 CAD
Kilometers at purchase: 170,580 (105,993 miles)
I am in the process of restoring/fixing up/cleaning her.
You can see all the progress at: http://www.youtube.com/user/ProjectAchievaUser Feedback
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