1992 Buick Regal Custom review from North America
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Installed a new Serpentine belt, and oxygen sensor at 52,005.
Replaced the alternator bearing at 52,370 miles.
Replaced the key-less entry unit at 54,000 miles.
Replaced the oil pressure sensor at 54,232 miles.
Replaced the front brake pads and rotors at 62,312 miles.
Changed transmission fluid and filter
at 63,650 miles.
Replaced the serpentine belt, and rear brake pads at 79,600 miles.
The alternator-bridge bectifier broke at
82,750 miles.
Replaced crank position sensor, spark plugs, spark plug wires, electronic module under the coils, all 4 struts, turn signal flasher, and electric power antenna unit at 98,805 miles.
Replaced turn signal mechenism switch in the column at 99,000 miles.
The check engine light lit, and set code #13. Replaced the Oxygen Sensor again at 106,946 miles.
Replaced rear wheel bearings, and one front headlight capsule at 109,000 miles.
Replaced windshield, cracked vacuum hoses, and alligned headlights at 109,050 miles.
Replaced fuel pump, strainer, in line fuel filter, and fuel pressure stabilizer in the gas tank at 112,894 miles.
Replaced the serpine belt, water pump, and belt tensioner pulley, at 117,650 miles.
Replaced both transmission fluid lines from the transmission to the radiator at
117,889 miles.
It may need a long block engine now at 118,000 miles.
General comments?
I keep a log book of all maintenance that I do to the car in the glovebox.
In addition to the parts listed above, I changed the oil and filter every 3000 miles, changed tires, battery, windshield wipers, etc as needed.
The car, in general is good comfortable transportation.
I hear a knocking noise in the engine.
I think that the engine should last longer than 118,000 miles.
Recommended Reviews:
  | If you can't afford the Accord or Camry, get the Regal |
| It's built to last even when everything is good or bad it will never let you down! |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| First year of ownership | 1994 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2003 |
| Engine and transmission | 3.8 gas Automatic |
| Performance marks | 8/10 |
| Reliability marks | 3/10 |
| Comfort marks | 5/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 5/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 52000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 118000 miles |
| Previous car | Datsun 720 |
| Date of Entry | 21st December, 2003 |