1981 Buick Regal Modified review from North America
"Super classy, wicked fast, a pleasure to own"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
The car has been an extremely reliable machine.
The car was originally a V-6, very reliable however replaced with a 350 small block Chevy motor and 3 speed automatic th350 transmission in the pursuit of performance.
The interior is all original and looks fantastic, only the headliner has been replaced and I will probably replace the carpet in the not to distant future.
Although the car is driven hard, it rides like a caddy, brakes great and corners well.
I wish the seats were adjustable, they move back and forth, but you cannot adjust the back portion of the seat.
General comments?
Simply a pleasure to drive. Even though it has been rebuilt for all out performance, it is still as if I'm driving a caddy.
Steering response is quick and under steer is almost non existent. There is a little bit of body sway, however a stiffer sway bar would correct this.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 1981 |
| First year of ownership | 2003 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2003 |
| Engine and transmission | 350 small block chevy Automatic |
| Performance marks | 10 / 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 | 125000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 150000 miles |
| Previous car | Chevrolet Camaro |
| Date of Entry | 1st September, 2003 |