1978 Buick LeSabre review from North America
"Truly GM... Mark of Excellence!"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Transmission seal failed at approximately 110,000 miles.
Started to seriously rust in the front rockers.
General comments?
One of the best cars I have had the opportunity to own. This was a 2-door LeSabre that was little old lady owned when I purchased it from his son. It had sat for at least 3 years, but ran fine with a general tuneup. This car ran, drove and rode beautifully. All accessories worked well and it operated just like a new car. I gave all of $700 for it. I finally got rid of the car after someone threw a ball bearing through the windshield. My next car? A 1985 Buick LeSabre Station Wagon. An equally fine car.
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| Ugly to look at, scary to drive |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 1978 |
| First year of ownership | 1999 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2001 |
| Engine and transmission | 350 Automatic |
| Performance marks | 7 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 9 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 10 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 10 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 5 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 84000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 125000 miles |
| Previous car | Chevrolet Celebrity |
| Date of Entry | 26th May, 2005 |