Oldsmobile Intrigue Speaker Size

Front Door Panel Speaker

Rear Deck Lid Speaker

Oldsmobile Intrigue Speaker FAQ

What speakers should I replace first in my Oldsmobile Intrigue?

Replace the front door speakers first. The 5.25 inch front speakers handle most of your music's midrange frequencies - vocals, guitars, instruments you actually notice. Rear deck speakers might seem bigger at 6 x 9, but they're mainly for fill and ambiance. Front speakers sit closer to your ears anyway. Start there, you'll hear the biggest improvement right away.

Can I install component speakers in my Oldsmobile Intrigue front doors?

Yes, the front door panels support component speakers. You're looking at 5.25 inch components which separate the tweeter from the woofer. This usually means clearer highs and better stereo imaging compared to coaxials. Mount the tweeter in the door panel or A-pillar if possible. The crossover network can tuck behind the door panel. Just verify your head unit can handle the impedance - most 4-ohm components work fine.

Should I get coaxial or triaxial speakers for the Oldsmobile Intrigue rear deck?

Coaxial speakers typically sound better than triaxial in the rear deck position. Triaxial adds a third driver but often creates muddier sound - too many frequencies competing in one spot. The 6 x 9 coaxials give you good bass extension and clear midrange without the complexity. Look for speakers rated around 50-75 watts RMS, 4-ohm impedance. The rear deck location actually benefits from simpler driver designs.

What power handling should I look for in Oldsmobile Intrigue replacement speakers?

Front 5.25 inch speakers should handle 40-60 watts RMS, maybe 75 watts if you're running an amplifier. Rear 6 x 9 speakers can take 60-90 watts RMS since they're handling more bass frequencies. Don't get hung up on peak power ratings - they're basically meaningless. RMS power tells you what the speaker can handle continuously. Most factory head units push 15-20 watts per channel anyway, so even modest aftermarket speakers will be an upgrade.

How do I know if my Oldsmobile Intrigue speakers are blown?

Listen for distortion at moderate volumes, especially in the midrange frequencies around 400-2000 Hz. Blown speakers often sound scratchy or fuzzy when playing vocals or guitar. Check if one side sounds quieter than the other - that's usually a dead giveaway. Sometimes you'll hear rattling from loose cone material. The rear 6 x 9 speakers might show damage around the surround edges. Quick test: play some bass-heavy music and see if you get clean low-end response or just noise.