Just bought a 1988 Buick LeSabre T-Type. Several parts have already been changed such as: Transmission (at 113000 km), alternator, gas tank, coil pack.
The air conditioner no longer functions due to a leak in one of the tubes. The heating does not work when I put it on high and when it does go on there is no air coming out due to something blocking it. Right now I have a rusted power steering line that needs to be changed because it is leaking fluid. The driver door does not close properly and due to this water enters the car if I wash it, water enters the trunk and ends up smelling afterwards and I have no idea from where. Water enters on the inside from the middle of the win-shield. Driver seat torn, door handle in all worn out. My temperature gauge does not work properly, my oil pressure gauge is always stuck to the max. My control for the electronic mirrors work only for up, left & right.
It's a nice looking car, fast, very rare car that's what I like about it. However, there are too many problems to fix, most importantly is the rust, the body is totally full of it.
Hi!
It sounds like you got the car after someone else pretty well wore it out! I have an 88 T-Type too, that I am going to give to my son in March. It has 230,000 miles on the original engine and transmission! The driver seat is well wore and the dash is a little warped, but otherwise the power door locks and the heater controls all work! The stock radio died a long time ago! I did replace the heater blower motor last winter, so now it sounds like a plane taking off when you have it on high! So much for replacement parts being like original equipment! I've replace the struts and shocks once, the trans shifts a little hard into reverse, otherwise this car will go! I forgot what all was wrong with yours, but maybe check out junk yards for parts that aren't mechanically related to help dress your LeSabre back up to somewhat original condition! Just a thought!
I have a 1988 buick lesabre t-type, I love the car, but the front air dam/air scoop beneath the front bumper got damaged, I would appreciate any input on where I can get a new one, I've been looking for one for forever. If anyone has any input please e-mail me at sgould2@verizon.net.
I LOVE THIS CAR, I LOVE IT, I LOVE IT, but I still think Buick should have turbo charge this 80`s hot rod (looks). T-type, it alway sound good if it only stands for turbo, but the t-type option was a touring suspension. which can be modified to out perform the Buick touring package. the only weak area I can say this car fall short on, is the rust. I truly think the Manufactur pay no attention to any long term rust prevention (12 months: - (). Buick did an excellent job with structure. this car has a very good crash test rating. with it been a front driver (FWD) it handle wonderful in the bad weather. very roomy for a two door car. My friend who is 6ft 6in tall drives this car :-). If you ownen this car, I see it truly been a collectible if kept in "MINT" condition. this car was a special limited edition with a family of T-Type`s.
But all said, I must say, every time I think about this car? it re mine me for not else, but good times...
I am extremely envious of anybody who owns this car. This was actually the very first car I ever owned. The T-type had 114,000 when I bought it back in 96' and was near perfect. Unfortunately, I rolled it 3 months after the purchse (IDIOT!). Typical teenage speedfreak with no driving sense. Anyways, I loved the car for the short time I owned it and would recommend to anybody who has one in working order to take care of it. The Lasabre is a great car and I just wish I could find another one.
I have a 1989 Buick La-sabre T-Type, high miles, but runs good and still fairly solid.$700 if anyone is interested, write to me at aeroflynn2@hotmail.com
(the car is in Connecticut)
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