Like the new Chevy Malibu and Olds Cutlass, the Intrigue's ignition
switch is on the dashboard, eliminating the neck-craning and fumbling associated
with column locks. Similarly, the location of the emergency flasher and
main cruise control switches, stacked to the right of the instrument nacelle,
is ideal--easy to find, easy to reach.
The inside color scheme of our test car--a subdued contrast of taupe
and cream, miraculously devoid of woodgrain--looked like something from
the cover of an interior design catalogue, and was very tasty indeed.
Intrigues come well equipped. The basic car includes air conditioning,
AM/FM/cassette audio, and power windows, mirrors and locks for a base price
of about $22,000. GL models, which will start at about $23,500, include
leather, dual automatic climate controls and even more audio--a Delco/Bose
AM/FM/cassette system with an in-dash CD player.
Although Olds had not announced final pricing at press time, with the
Autobahn package our test car added up to about $24,500. With a sunroof
and other extras, the line will probably top out at about $26,000. Next Page