My Dad driving the 1989 Oldsmobile Delta 88 Royal

For 1986, the Delta 88 switched platforms from the GM B platform to the relatively smaller front-wheel drive H platform, with a wheelbase of only 110.8 inches (2,814 mm). The headlights changed from square sealed beam quads to integrated regular/high beam composite lamps in 1987.

In 1989, the "Delta" name was dropped, as was the hood ornament, leaving the model to simply become the "Eighty Eight," now spelled out instead of using the "88" in numerical form.

The Eighty Eight was given a mild facelift in 1990, eschewing the former chromed grille for a body-colored fascia with four slots and the Oldsmobile Rocket logo. In the rear, new taillights and backup lights extended across the body; once again, chrome trim was deleted.
1990-1991 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight Royale

The model range during this time was the standard Eighty Eight, the Eighty Eight Royale, and the Eighty Eight Royale Brougham, in ascending order.

Engines: * 1986-1988.5 - 3.8 L (231 in³) LG3 V6 * 1988.5-1991 - 3.8 L (231 in³) 3800 LN3 V6

Transmission: * 1986-1988.5 - 440-T4 4-speed automatic overdrive * 1988.5-1991 - 4T60 4-speed automatic overdrive

[edit] Voice Diagnostic System

This generation of Delta 88s had an optional voice diagnostic system that alerted the driver of problems.[4] The voice was male and computer synthesized.

In the event of a warning, the door chime played three times rapidly and then played the voice alert. This happened twice in case the driver missed the warning the first time. Every alert also had corresponding light on the instrument cluster.

Warnings included: * "The engine coolant level is low!" * "The engine is overheating! Please stop the engine and consult the owner's manual!" * "The park brake is not fully released!" * "The key is in the ignition!" (Upon opening the door with the key inserted into the ignition.) * "The headlights are on!" (Upon turning off the car with the headlights on.)

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[2008FORDF450V8]

@ca13814 ih i mena you ere talking about the driver side seat okay sure enough sorry about the confusion

[ca13814]

@2008FORDF450V8 whos your dad?

[2008FORDF450V8]

@ca13814 ohhg sorry you were talking about my dads car yeah its very nice

[ca13814]

@2008FORDF450V8 ?

[2008FORDF450V8]

@ca13814 nevermind

[ca13814]

@2008FORDF450V8 nope to what?

[2008FORDF450V8]

@ModestNeophyte very reliable engine

[ModestNeophyte]

Every time I drive my mom's 91' Eighty Eight, I'm continuously amazed at how little pedal it takes for cruising around. The thing just loves to coast! That 3.8 is something I hope stays around for a long time, even if they have to go into series III, IV, and so on..

[ca13814]

@423jaws thanks! Glad I could help and lol I hope so because I have to use a back cushon to see the whole hood ornament. If i dont then I can only see the top half of it! I know that I'm proud of my car too. it was my great grandma's and she gave it to me before she passed away. It only has 64,000 miles on it too!

[423jaws]

@ca13814 ...Thanks ca13814. I understand the view of the hood and bumper after hitting the garage door about 4 times...LOL..The front seat is like a Lazy Boy recliner and being 6' I can stretch out drink a cup of coffee and read the paper..You still have some growing yet and being 15 your Olds 88 will be a great car to grow into.I have named my Olds 88 'Big Mommy' and I'm proud driving her...Again, Thanks for the info,be safe and Happy New Year.