1993 Buick Century review from North America

Replaced Alternator at 55,000 miles

Replaced Oxygen Sensor at 57,000 miles

Replaced Exhaust system at 60,000 miles

Repaired Air Conditioner at 61,000 miles.

This is the third Buick Century I've owned, and the second Century Wagon. The 3.3 liter engine makes reasonable power for this car, but it's no race car. If you can find one with the 4-speed overdrive transmission, you'll see about 30 mpg on the highway, averaging 70 mph. If you don't see this kind of mileage, consider replacing the oxygen sensor ($20.00), and spark plugs. My 3-speed 4 door 92 Century gets 28 mpg under the same conditions. One word of advice, if you need to replace the alternator, GET A GOOD QUALITY REPLACEMENT. Most of the lifetime warranty models sold at major parts stores are fine, but the cheaper ones won't last you more than a year or two. Good mileage, very comfortable, and with the rear-facing third row seat, I can fit 8 in a pinch with reasonable comfort. Drove it from Tennessee to Connecticut with 4 adults, and my 3 children, with a cargo carrier on the roof, still got 28 mpg, and no one complained. Very reliable, if you keep regular service intervals, and a very good value.