2003 Buick Rendezvous CLX review from North America
"After you iron-out the cars known faults, such as wheel hubs etc. you may have one of the best cars"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Sensors and bearings needed replacement (while under dealer warranty.). Sensors and hubs are located within wheel hubs, which also were replaced.
Electric heater for driver's seat needed to be repaired (while under dealer warranty).
Differential switch needed replacement (while under dealer warranty).
General comments?
The Rendezvous is strong and rugged, yet smooth, spirited and elegant. The car defines the Buick tradition of safety and comfort. The heads-up display and backup warning sensors are features which add to my positive opinion of Buick technology and owning a Buick.
The paint color combinations are fantastic, and the quality of the paint finish is excellent. Even though this model is a 2003, it still maintains the same style, versatility of the newer models. My car could pass for a 2007 model with no problems. The Cappuccino paint color finish still gleams. My wife drives a 1999 Buick Century which can easily be mistaken for a 2005. Buick has a flair for building cars that will maintain their style and youthful appearance.
The 3.4 engine in these cars can go the distance and last up until 300,000 miles +. If you do a search for Rendezvous for sale on the web, the high mileage you see on these cars is proof that they can go the distance.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Model year | 2003 |
| Year of manufacture | 2003 |
| First year of ownership | 2009 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2009 |
| Engine and transmission | 3.4 Automatic |
| Performance marks | 9 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 9 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 10 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 10 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 7 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 60200 miles |
| Most recent distance | 64000 miles |
| Previous car | Honda Accord |
| Date of Entry | 22nd October, 2009 |