1979 Buick LeSabre limited review from North America
"Good alternate transportation compared to a econobox to"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
The fuel pump developed a leak.
The car overheated due to a faulty thermostat.
General comments?
I enjoy the size of this car. It's smaller than the Newport I previously owned, yet it still has the feel of a larger car.
The split front seats are not as comfortable as they look. They are located to close to the floor with thin padding. The rear seats are nicely padded and more comfortable.
The power is quick and smooth.
The ride is very good.
The steering is not very accurate. It requires constant corrections.
The looks of the car can be summed up as boxy. There is little chrome on the sides. There's a lot of chrome up front.
Quality is decent inside and outside of the car.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 1979 |
| First year of ownership | 2001 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2003 |
| Engine and transmission | 350 cubic inch Automatic |
| Performance marks | 6 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 5 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 6 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 4 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 8000000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 9300000 miles |
| Previous car | Chrysler Newport |
| Date of Entry | 1st April, 2003 |