1991 Buick Park Avenue review from North America
"The Park Avenue sports luxurious comfort and superior performance at an affordable price"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Anti-lock disc/drum brakes need frequent maintenance for smooth braking performance (cause: warped rotors/drums, average repair cost $250).
Air suspension system is slow to adjust the ride height. Rear of the vehicle sags for a time before a sensor activates the compressor (estimated repair cost $700).
Power door locks fail due to worn components (average repair cost $50).
Air conditioning system failed (estimated repair cost $250).
General comments?
I enjoy the smooth, stylish ride of the Park Avenue. It flaunts plenty of power and control for a full-size sedan, while still offering great comfort, predictable performance, excellent fuel efficiency, and affordable operating costs.
I am a full-time commuting college student, and I am pleased with the reliability of the Park Avenue. It has never failed, and it has required only routine maintenance despite the high mileage.
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| Affordable, safe, reliable, comfortable: all a car should be |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 1991 |
| First year of ownership | 2000 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2001 |
| Engine and transmission | 3.8L V6 Automatic |
| Performance marks | 9 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 10 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 10 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 9 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 86000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 111000 miles |
| Previous car | Chrysler Cordoba |
| Date of Entry | 28th May, 2001 |