1995 Buick Century Custom Wagon review from North America
"Predictable GM product"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Alternator failure at 65K, high mount center rear brake light has never worked. Fuel injectors have given me some intermittent problems. Solved now. Serpentine belt tensioner housing broke. Cost $65.00 The housing actually broke in half.
Rear shocks were weak, but beefed them up with aftermarket air shocks for 59.95 pair at autozone.
General comments?
Overall, pretty good car. If I drive carefully, I average around 22-23 miles per gallon with 60 percent highway use. The 3.1 liter motor has plenty of get up and go. Does not overheat. I do have some lifter noise inspite of regular oil changes. Be sure to follow manufacturer instructions use 5W30 oil. Transmission has been sure and reliable although I had a minor hose leak.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Model year | 1995 |
| Year of manufacture | 1995 |
| First year of ownership | 2003 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2004 |
| Engine and transmission | 3.1 V6 Automatic |
| Performance marks | 8 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 8 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 8 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 6 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 46960 miles |
| Most recent distance | 74495 miles |
| Previous car | Pontiac 6000 |
| Date of Entry | 13th December, 2004 |