2000 Buick LeSabre Custom review from North America
"Next time I'm getting a Nissan Maxima"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Replaced all four power window regulators after they failed sequentially.
Replaced the front brakes 3 times so far (approx. every 15,000 miles).
Cruise control was defective.
Dashboard instrument cluster failed.
Factory left rear Firestone tire had tread separation.
Electrical system pulsates when cruising on the highway.
Misc. trim pieces failed.
Long waits and poor customer service from the dealership service center.
Shoddy sub-compact rental/loaner when the Buick was serviced overnight.
The same dealer that sold the car touting the Buick's ability to hold its value offered substantially below wholesale when the owner desired a trade up a few years later.
General comments?
If you get this car, definitely get the extended warranty because you will need it.
Keep a close eye on front brake wear (12,000-15,000 mile range) because they wear fast.
MPG average was 20-21.
The Gran-Touring package is strongly recommended.
Great family car, comfortable on long trips, accommodates 6 occupants and has high safety ratings.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| Year of manufacture | 2000 |
| First year of ownership | 1999 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2001 |
| Engine and transmission | 3.8 Automatic |
| Performance marks | 5 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 3 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 8 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 5 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 0 miles |
| Most recent distance | 38000 miles |
| Previous car | Dodge Pickup |
| Date of Entry | 8th August, 2001 |