1996
Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight

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  • 4dr Sdn Series I - 1SB
    Starts at
    $28,160
    19 City / 29 Hwy
    MPG
    6
    Seat capacity
    Front Wheel Drive
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  • 4dr Sdn Series II - 1SC
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    $29,260
    19 City / 29 Hwy
    MPG
    6
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    Front Wheel Drive
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100% of drivers recommend this car
4.8 / 5
Based on 7 reviews
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Comfort 4.7
Interior 4.7
Performance 4.8
Value 5.0
Exterior 4.4
Reliability 4.8

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  • By Bigdog from Tampa, Fl
    Used to own this car
    February 5, 2019

    Great car!

    This was my first Olds. Had 58k when I got it and it was a great car. Handled great, roomy, very comfortable with lots of room in front and in back. Leather seats, AM/FM cassette & CD player. CD player was glitchy and I quit using it. The digital information control was also intermittent & giving error codes. Other than that it was a solid car and great to drive. I took it on several road trips and wow...500 miles to empty, avg 35 mpg on a long trip with air ride for added comfort. I was amazed and loved this car. Not so great to look at...a big boat but oh so nice to own!
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 4.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By JESSIE R OLDSMAN from HOUSTON TX
    Owns this car
    July 1, 2017

    ONE OF THE BEST OLDSMOBILES TO OWN IS THE OLDS 98!

    I OWN 4 OLDSMOBILE NINETY EIGHTS. I HAVE 2 1991 OLDS 98, A 1992 OLDS 98 AND A 1996 OLDS 98 AND PEOPLE ARE ALWAYS BEGGING ME TO SALE THEM BUT I WONT. THIS CAR WAS THE LAST CAR OF OLDS ROYALTY. ITS ROOMY AND SPACIOUS, GETS GOOD GAS MILEAGE AND THEY ARE EASY TO MAINTAIN. EVEN TODAY IN 2017 THIS CAR HOLDS ITS OWN UP AGAINST THE NEWER CADILLACS AND BUICKS.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Transporting family
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Chuck from DeLand, FL
    Owns this car
    October 25, 2012

    Pinch me, am I dreaming?

    The car stickered over $30,000 new. Bought my '96 with 171,000 miles(Arizona Car) for only $800! Replaced a/c compressor($430 total)and that's it! Car rides and looks brand new. Every option ever offered back then. I'm hooked even on the quirky styling. I've owned(when I had money)foreign luxury cars which cost an arm and a leg to fix. This car gets honest 29 mpg HWY! Told by previous owner he had to sell and get out of town fast. Seems from googling him he was a public defender on the run from the very law he worked for. Glad he had babied my baby with tender loving care. My next car will be the same. (PS...If you buy one check to see if it has "brake transaxle shift interlock" option...make sure to ALWAYS apply parking brake before putting in park or car will not move out of park or turn over in neutral. Unhook battery, re-hook after minute, to reset computer. You'll be OK then. I never knew about this "option," which is mandatory now. At least that's what they say on google.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Natasha from Missouri
    Owns this car
    September 19, 2011

    Reliable!

    I still have this car and it's 15 years old! Still runs great needs minor repairs hear and there but it is a great car!
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 4.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Stevers from SoCal
    Owns this car
    June 15, 2011

    Bought used March 25, 20011

    I find the greenhouse ugly as sin itself. However, the rest of the car is fine design wise, and comfortable. What gets me in the gas mileage!! Suddenly ugly doesn't offend me so much. I've seen the epa estimates and I exceed them by 20% of better. It's got about about 80 HP less than my old CVPI P71 Ford, but who cares with that mileage?? I've seen 38 mpg on the desert freeways here. What I dislike, IMMENSELY is the cost to replace the struts. I bought mine with 75K miles, and it was soft then. I priced them out. Parts and labor can exceed 1200.00!! TRUE!!! But it had new tires (whitewalls) and a stack of dealer invoices. It runs too well, and sips gas. I can live with it being 15 yrs old and fugly! And being a CA desert car, it's spotless underneath and rust free......I have less than 2K in it including fees and CA ridiculous taxes.....
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 4.0
    Interior 4.0
    Performance 4.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 3.0
    Reliability 4.0
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  • By Ol' Green from Des Moines, Iowa
    Owns this car
    April 11, 2008

    Best Car I've Ever Owned

    I currently have a 98. Its blue. I wish that Olds left the old dash design in the newer models. Overall, a great car. It had 76,000 on it when bought it last year, so it was a steal at $4500.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 4.0
    Interior 4.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By JMB from Kansas City, MO.
    Owns this car
    January 18, 2007

    Lap of Luxury

    Most reliable, best gas mileage, most features long before it's time and they all still work. 217,000 miles and counting. GM 3.8 is the best! I have always used Lucus additive with each oil change.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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FAQ

What trim levels are available for the 1996 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight?

The 1996 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is available in 2 trim levels:

  • Series I - 1SB (1 style)
  • Series II - 1SC (1 style)

What is the MPG of the 1996 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight?

The 1996 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight offers up to 19 MPG in city driving and 29 MPG on the highway. These figures are based on EPA mileage ratings and are for comparison purposes only. The actual mileage will vary depending on vehicle options, trim level, driving conditions, driving habits, vehicle maintenance, and other factors.

Is the 1996 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight reliable?

The 1996 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight has an average reliability rating of 4.8 out of 5 according to cars.com consumers. Find real-world reliability insights within consumer reviews from 1996 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight owners.

Is the 1996 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight a good Sedan?

Below are the cars.com consumers ratings for the 1996 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. 100.0% of drivers recommend this vehicle.

4.8 / 5
Based on 7 reviews
  • Comfort: 4.7
  • Interior: 4.7
  • Performance: 4.8
  • Value: 5.0
  • Exterior: 4.4
  • Reliability: 4.8
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