1998 OLDSMOBILE AURORA, THE MOST CHARMING SPORT SEDAN

Oldsmobile's flagship sedan has capably set the tone for great things to come from this division during the last three years it's been on the road. An envious combination of knock-'em-dead exterior design with superb road manners makes the Aurora one of the most charming sport sedans on the market. Three new exterior colors and one new interior color are available in the 1998 Aurora. The 1998 version also adds refinement in suspension systems, steering improvements, and enhanced emissions controls.

Basic Blueprint - Buy The Aurora Here

To play the game competitively in the high-stakes international sports sedan league, sophisticated chassis and powertrain systems are absolutely essential. Aurora's propulsion comes from an advanced 32-valve V8 engine that delivers 250 horsepower with consummate composure. Engine, transmission, and braking functions are managed by two 128 kbyte computers capable of accommodating far-ranging but interrelated needs. A patented limp-home mode keeps the Aurora rolling even after total loss of all engine coolant; four cylinders work while four rest to keep internal temperatures below the point that would result in damage. And, added enhanced emission controls including the new quarter turn fuel cap help protect environmental concerns.

Chassis Excellence - Buy The Aurora Here

A stiff, robust body structure provides a sound foundation for Aurora's advanced chassis systems:

• New front control arm design with front hydraulic bushing and rear cross axis ball joint for smoothness and isolation
• Internal rebound springs added to front struts for improved body motion control and to minimize crashthrough
• Increased wheel travel (3MM) and redesigned jounce bumpers for softer feel at full travel
• Dual durameter cradle mounts for improved isolation
• Premium valving/damping in front and rear struts for a higher refinement in calibration
• New more accurate wheel sensors for improved ABS acutation
• New steering calibration for more on center feel and reduced parking lot efforts

1998 OLDSMOBILE AURORA - Buy The Aurora Here

• Classification: mid-sized sedan
• Chassis Layout: front-engine, front-wheel drive, unit construction
• Engine: 4.0-liter DOHC V8
• Bodystyle: 4-door sedan
• Seating Capacity: 5 passengers
• Key Dimensions: wheelbase 113.8 in.
• overall length 205.4 in.
• overall width 74.4 in.
• overall height 55.4 in.

Final Assembly Location: Lake Orion, Michigan
Recent Sales Volume (calendar year): 1996 -- 23,717
New for 1998: New exterior colors
Medium Dark Blue, Dark Green, Gold added (Medium Blue Metallic, Medium Green Gray Metallic, Silver Teal Metallic deleted)
One new interior color: Tan

Recalibrated steering gear for better on-center feel and reduced parking effort Enhanced emission controls added, including new quarter-turn fuel cap Suspension system refinements added for enhanced ride smoothness and isolation from road noise and vibration

OnStar system will be offered

Recent Product History: Introduced in 1994 as an early 1995 model

Various enhancements added in 1996 including a security system, chrome wheel option, and daytime running lamps

Larger front brakes, aluminum suspension components, in-dash CD player for BOSE sound system, and other improvements for 1997

Competitive Strengths: Stunning design Exemplary ride, handling, and highway poise

Silky V8 performance Excellent value

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