1997 Buick Park Avenue review from North America
"Nice options, but too many little things have gone wrong"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Mass air-flow sensor.
Air leveling shocks have gone out.
Transmission kicks hard after an hour of driving, and will not shift correctly afterwards. Apparently a common problem, google buick transmission shifts hard.
Windshield wipers stop in the up position.
Fuel gauge goes crazy when below 1/2 tank. Another common problem.
General comments?
Supercharged, has lots of power.
The traction control is slow to respond.
Rides very nicely until you hit a bump.
Sound system is nice.
Looks very nice on the inside.
Seats are comfortable.
HUD (head up display) is a very nice option.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| Model year | 1997 |
| Year of manufacture | 1997 |
| First year of ownership | 2008 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2009 |
| Engine and transmission | Automatic |
| Performance marks | 8 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 4 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 7 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 3 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 201220 miles |
| Previous car | Ford Crown Victoria |
| Date of Entry | 4th February, 2009 |