djrobnyc Posted June 8, 2008 Report Posted June 8, 2008 I just looked at 1995 Olds Cutlass Supreme Convertible, with 113k at a new car dealer (he took it in on trade). Two things I did notice in the test drive: a) With the A/C going, upon acceleration, the A/C "dropped" out to almost shutting off, and then back under normal coasting, it came back. Is this a major problem? Is it just a timing issue? It happened a few times. The fuel gauge "floated" - showed a half tank, then moved down to below a quarter, then back. It seemed to happen a few times as well, under acceleration but coasting as well. Any answers to the above questions would be greatly appreciated. Overall, the car seemed tight - but don't want to proceed without a good idea of price and whether these issues would be big bucks to repair. Thanks! Quote
Euro Posted June 8, 2008 Report Posted June 8, 2008 the "floating" of the fuel gauge is common. My old Lumina did it and I believe others have done it as well. Quote
ManicMechanic Posted June 8, 2008 Report Posted June 8, 2008 Vacume leak most likely. For the A/C? I'm betting that the A/C actually starts blowing out the defroster vents and floor vents upon acceleration meaning the 3 way check valve, vacuum tank or vacuum line is broken... Quote
Addicted to eaton Posted June 8, 2008 Report Posted June 8, 2008 Yeah for the a/c But jay gave you some more ideas what might be wrong with the a/c Quote
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