2001 Buick Century Custom review from North America
"A very solid/reliable car"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
So far, nothing at all has broken on the car.
General comments?
This car is a "custom", but has the Presidential trim. (Gold plated hood emblem and gold medallions on the rear sides of the roof). The car is not a convertible, but has a cloth covered roof that makes it look like a convertible from a distance. All I had done is change the oil. Everything works!! The sun-roof, power mirrors, power windows, cruise, even the radio/cassette player all work. I get about 29mpg on the highway, but only about 22mpg around town, which still isn't bad. There is some road noise and wind noise, but I would say typical levels for this size car. The 3.1 V6 has adequate, but not exceptional power. The car is only 6 years old, but I live in Northern Minnesota, we get quite a bit of snow. The traction control and ABS brakes work very well. Also there are no signs of rust beginning (Which frequently happens on cars less than 5 years old in this area). The best thing about this car, is that it has been very reliable and absolutely nothing has broken on it.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Model Year | 2001 |
| First year of ownership | 2005 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2006 |
| Engine and transmission | 3.1 V6 Automatic |
| Performance marks | 7/10 |
| Reliability marks | 8/10 |
| Comfort marks | 9/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 8/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 8/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 38000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 51000 miles |
| Previous car | Eagle Vision |
| Date of Entry | 16th November, 2006 |

