The transmission was the biggest problem. About 3000 miles ago it began slipping like crazy, and eventually could barely make it up roads with even a slight incline. The one I replaced it with was from a junk yard (luckily this car's bell-housing could bolt a transmission from just about any non-Chevy GM auto 1969-1985), and though it does work, it seems to shift awkwardly.
The air blower died a week after I replaced the transmission (easy fix).
The front left caliper had to be replaced once (When I first got it about 10000 miles ago I replaced it, and its freezing up again now), the front right once (Started freezing about a month after I replaced the left).
The radiator coolant line had a leak (fixed while swapping transmission).
The left rear turn signal does not work (don't know how to fix).
Total exhaust had to be replaced (wear and tear).
This car is the slowest car I have ever driven, or seen. While on the thruway, most tractor trailer drivers speed around me and flip me off. Heck even senior citizens driving modern Buick's speed around me and flip me off because my car is so slow. I would much prefer to have the 5.7 L engine most older Buick's have.
It is impossible not to hit a pedestrian while driving this thing. It's enormous!
It is very, very roomy inside. The seats are comfy, too.
It stalls even on blazing hot summer afternoon.
Very solid. I had an accident with this car once, and totaled the car I hit. My car, on the other hand, just had a few scrapes.
I disagree when people put a car like this down. I own a
1977 Lesabre and it floats down the interstate like you're
riding on air. Buick made different size engines for this year and model. I'm not sure what your car had as far as power, but mine came with a 403 under the hood so I get pushed a little harder than expected.
I agree that the car has a bit of an awkward look due to the slanted trunk, but the comfort of the car makes up for it. As for the size and strength of most older cars like this one, I would rather take my chances with this one than the new plastic and fiberglass cars they make today.
I think the Lesabre is a great car except for the fact that it is a gasaholic. This baby loves gasoline and the gas prices now don't help its bad habit. I guess it all depends on the condition you bought the car in and how well it was maintained. All I can say is that mine is good to me and hope that anyone else who has one gets the same treatment.
That car is really slow because it has the base engine (3.8 liter V6), which at 105 horsepower doesn't provide anywhere near enough power for a car of that size. Not many late '70's LeSabres were equipped with that engine; most came with larger, more powerful V8 engines.
I have a '76 as well, but mine has a 350 Wildcat engine so when I need to get somewhere in a hurry, it really gets the job done. I more of a cruiser because I like for everyone to get a glance of what they're missing, but if I need power she gives me all shes got and then some. Maybe the car wasn't kept in as great of condition as mine was, I guess. I guess I could get something more gas conservative, but I know it wouldn't be as pleasurable to drive. I wouldn't trade Mary for the world though she's just worth more than any amount of money to me.
Friends: I have had my 1977 Buick LeSabre Custom Sedan many, many years. It has more than 325K miles on it. By far, this is not only the best car ever built by Man, it has proven to be the wisest and most rewarding purchase of my life. How many are aware of its being the first completely-computer designed auto built in the US? It is! I'm always looking to purchase other '77 LeSabres--regardless of model type, color, or condition--for driving and/or parts use. If you know of anyone--including yourself--who wishes to sell a 1977 LeSabre, please call or text 610-564-8113 anytime. My name is Jeff and I will have that phone number the rest of my life. If you read this comment 20 years from its date: Please Call! Where you are located is unimportant to me; we can get a deal completed. If you love your '77 as much as I love mine OR if you are having difficulties diagnosing mechanical problems, feel free to call or text. I know our car better than anyone alive. I have decades of hands-on experience! SAVE THIS!
Friends: I have had my 1977 Buick LeSabre Custom Sedan many, many years. It has more than 325K miles on it. By far, this is not only the best car ever built by Man, it has proven to be the wisest and most rewarding purchase of my life. How many are aware of its being the first completely-computer designed auto built in the US? It is! I'm always looking to purchase other '77 LeSabres--regardless of model type, color, or condition--for driving and/or parts use. If you know of anyone--including yourself--who wishes to sell a 1977 LeSabre, please call or text 610-564-8113 anytime. My name is Jeff and I will have that phone number the rest of my life. If you read this comment 20 years from its date: Please Call! Where you are located is unimportant to me; we can get a deal completed. If you love your '77 as much as I love mine OR if you are having difficulties diagnosing mechanical problems, feel free to call or text. I know our car better than anyone alive. I have decades of hands-on experience! SAVE THIS!
While the car is a bit underpowered with the V6, it still isn't that bad. Perhaps you didn't keep yours in tip top shape as a $3 fuel filter could cause the low power you report. I just bought one of these that was stored for 6months+ and after a simple tune up (plugs, wires, air filter, fuel filter, blowback filter) it runs like new. Prior to that it was very sluggish. A decent car if you like the floaty boats like I do.
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