1977 Buick Electra Limited review from North America
"A powerful and smooth ride, good for cruising around"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
The spark plugs need replaced frequently.
Radiator leaked shortly after I got it. It did not need replaced, it was fixed using a stop-leak.
Water pump bypass hose blew at about 75000 miles.
Fuel pump went kaput at 69000 miles.
Windshield washer pump did not work when I bought it. I put a new one in right away.
General comments?
This car is big, green and powerful. Most people look at it and think that it's a granny car, but I have dusted many of my friends in it.
I don't know how fast it actually can go; the speedometer only goes to 85mph, and I have pushed it well past that.
Once I get it repainted it will look almost brand new. The interior is in excellent condition, and the power windows, power locks, power seats, cruise control, and air conditioning work great.
Although it did not have an 8-track in it, it did only have the original AM/FM radio when I bought it. I replaced that with a CD player and put new speakers in the back.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Don't Know |
| First year of ownership | 2000 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2002 |
| Engine and transmission | 6.6L (403 cu. in.) Oldsmobile Automatic |
| Performance marks | 10/10 |
| Reliability marks | 9/10 |
| Comfort marks | 10/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 4/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 52000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 76000 miles |
| Previous car | Ford Tempo |
| Date of Entry | 14th April, 2002 |