2005 Buick LaCrosse Consumer Discussions

Buick La Crosse Steering

• Buick LaCrosse defect in intermediate shaft

  Written by: judy63 on Jan 27, 2012 11:10:35 AM

  I got an estimate today for $450 to replace the defective intermediate shaft in my Buick. I am upset because there is no recall for this part and it's defective in, not only Buicks, but the following GM models: 2001-2004 Buick Regal, 2005-2008 Buick LaCrosse, 2000-2008 Chevrolet Impala, 2000-2007 Chevrolet Monte Carlo, 1998-2002 Oldsmobile Intrigue, and 2004-Pontiac Grand Prix. It seems to me that GM had a known defect in the ... Read More

Low Beam Headlights go off and then come back on

• Re: Low Beam Headlights go off and then come back on [tim7581]

  Written by: spicoli2 on Jul 6, 2011 1:10:26 PM

  This is most likely due to a faulty HDM Module (Headlamp Driver Module). It can be located in the fuse panel on the left hand side of the engine compartment to the left of the fan belts, it will be location #35. These are common problems on 2005-2007 Buick Lacrosse model years. You can get one at the dealer for $48 or an aftermarket version at Advance Auto Parts for $35. ... Read More

Buick LaCrosse Transmission Problems

• Re: Buick Lacrosse Cxl 2005 [mary101]

  Written by: trouble20 on May 21, 2011 9:00:55 AM

  I have a Buick Lacrosse 06 purchased new. Problems occured with the transmission four months after. The very hard shifting jerks was between 1.5 and 2 on the RPM. Dealer couldn't find problem. My car was under warrenty plus an additional warrenty coverage that I had purchased. I spent more time at the dearlership over the past few years regarding this problem. When this occured again,and not the last with the ... Read More

• Re: Buick Lacrosse Cxl 2005 [mary101]

  Written by: e_net_rider on May 21, 2011 5:23:03 AM

  Did you take it to dealer or transmission shop? I'd say it needs a proper diagnosis from either. There are so many parts in a tranny and they need to work together. The hard shifts could be from a programming problem or something as simple as a sensor. But the sensor might be really hard to get at. You might want opinions from both. That is not an excessive amount of ... Read More

• Buick Lacrosse Cxl 2005

  Written by: mary101 on May 21, 2011 4:56:33 AM

  Hello everyone, I have recently purchased a used buick with now around 83,000 miles on it. Now I have had the car around four months and I do have a lot of stop and go traffic as well as been driving long distance. When I first got the car I had to do a few repairs but nothing major. But I did notice that sometimes shifting seemed unusual. I took it ... Read More

2005 Buick Lacrosse Troubleshooting

• Re: 2005 Buick Lacrosse Troubleshooting [jct43]

  Written by: imidazol97 on Sep 25, 2010 6:00:00 AM

  I do not know about the key not being released in a laCrosse, but I do know that occurred with some Cobalt/HHRs. You need to find a dealer who can fix the problem. I believe I recall some of the Cobalt/HHR owners saying that when the key is still in, some electric items stay on and drain the battery. Does your car have electric assist steering as well?

• 2005 Buick Lacrosse Troubleshooting

  Written by: jct43 on Sep 24, 2010 5:50:08 PM

  I have a 2005 Buick LaCrosse CXL, sometimes the key will not come out of the Ignition, The car will turn off, but the key will not come out. Also, the window lock control on the drivers arm rest, sometimes they will work and other times they want. No codes come on the dash. The car runs great and shifts great. Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated.

2010 LaCrosse CXS Electrical Problems - My car is dead.

• Re: 2010 LaCrosse CXL Electrical Problems - My car is dead. [surrfurtom]

  Written by: smarty666 on Mar 12, 2010 7:42:25 AM

  I hear you about electrical problems man!! My 1990 Buick Skylark went through 5 alternators during the 10 years I had her! every time they put an alternator on, the good old Goodwrench techs couldn't figure out why I barely got 2 years out of an alternator! finally, after the fourth one went they told me oh it was due to an electrical problem and that they had fixed it! so ... Read More

Buick La Crosse Steering

• Steering noise

  Written by: dell46 on Mar 6, 2010 9:32:10 AM

  I have a 2005 LaCrosse with less than 17000 miles. The steering noise was more pronounced on a right turn than on a left turn . I researched the NHTSA site and found many more complaints about this problem and also the service bulletin 010232001. I took this info to my dealer and right away he knew of the problem and said make an appointment to bring it in and verify ... Read More

Buick La Crosse Stalling/Starting Problems

• Re: New Lacrosse stalling ie going dead... any ideas ? [csesa]

  Written by: rklapsley on Jun 24, 2009 2:45:21 PM

  MY GOD..My 2005 Buick LaCrosse does the EXACT same thing. On occasion, I'll turn the key and NOTHING, not even a sound. Wait a minute and VOILA. it works. My problem not is I have two lights on and I am not sure why. My security light is on. It looks like the front view of a vehicle with a lock image on it Second light that is on is my ... Read More

Buick La Crosse Steering

• Steering noise

  Written by: freddy515 on Jun 16, 2009 10:29:21 AM

  Sounds like I need a new I shaft on my 2005 Buick LaCrosse with 21,000 miles on it. This condition started almost immediately after I bought the car new. I was told eventually it would go away but it has got worse. My dealer recently told me this is just an annoyance and is not dangerous and if they replaved it the fix may not work anyway. I called GM and ... Read More

Cigarette Lighter fuses

• Cigarette Lighter fuses

  Written by: jonsmiley57 on May 8, 2009 2:51:27 PM

  On my 2005 Buick Lacrosse, both of the cigarette lighters stopped working (I believe in part due to cheap made in China cell phone charger). Is there a fuse I have to change? I looked in the manual and cannot find anything. Thanks in advance.

Buick La Crosse Stalling/Starting Problems

• 2005 Buick Lacrosse PO411 Code secondary air

  Written by: danel2 on Apr 25, 2009 1:26:46 PM

  , montior engine light comes on , code PO411 Secondary Air, checked air pump,it comes on and sounds fine, checked fuses and relays they are fine, what next? Any Ideas.

Buick LaCrosse Heating / Cooling Problems

• Heater isn't working

  Written by: NazPas on Jan 30, 2009 4:07:11 PM

  I have a 2005 Buick LaCrosse. Last night when I got into the car the heater would not blow any air. It would not work withthe AC either. On highway speeds you can feel a tiny amount of air from the defrost vents. However it is 2 degrees in Illinois and my tows were numb last night. Please help. I would lie to fix this myself if it is something a ... Read More

• Re: A/C and heater suddenly stopped [eiroc]

  Written by: NazPas on Jan 30, 2009 2:46:45 PM

  I am having the ecact same problem in my 2005 Buick Lacrosse. Where is the blower motor located. Can someone that knows little about cars fix it himself?

2009 LaCrosse: Radio Problem

• Re: Lights, And Dashboard Illumination Question [bobr14]

  Written by: dell46 on Dec 15, 2008 8:45:49 AM

  I have a 2005 LaCrosse also and it operates the same. When it is dark the dash display works fine but in twilight hours it is impossible to see it. I blame it on poor engineering on Buicks part. They tell you to turn the intensity of the display up but that doesn't help. Apparently when Buick road tests these features they either do it in the dalight hours or in ... Read More

Buick LaCrosse

• Replace cabin air filter

  Written by: dell46 on Nov 19, 2008 6:33:26 PM

  Does anyone know how to go about replacing the cabin air filter on a 2005 Buick LaCrosse. I had a 99 Buick Regal and the owners manual gave the complete procedure but I can't seem to find any info in my current manual.

Water leak from cabin interior roof light

• Water leak from cabin interior roof light

  Written by: lacrossesoaked on Nov 8, 2008 8:50:48 AM

  Water is dripping from the cabin light of my 2005 Buick LaCrosse. this is the cabin light located in the middle of the front seats between the driver and passenger seats. Lots of rain today and the car was parked for about 45 minutes nose pointed downhill during the downpour. Then when I started to drive it, I noticed the dripping. Just 8 good sized drips and then it stopped. When ... Read More

On-Star Questions

• Water leak from interior cabin light

  Written by: lacrossesoaked on Nov 6, 2008 4:37:20 PM

  Water is dripping from the cabin light of my 2005 Buick LaCrosse. this is the cabin light located in the middle of the front seats between the driver and passenger seats. Lots of rain today and the car was parked for about 45 minutes nose pointed downhill during the downpour. Then when I started to drive it, I noticed the dripping. Just 8 good sized drips and then it stopped. When ... Read More

Buick LaCrosse Transmission Problems

• Replace transmission filter or flush

  Written by: mrrogers on Nov 4, 2008 2:59:22 AM

  My wife has a 2005 LaCrosse CXL which we intend to keep for a long time so we maintain the car carefully. She only has 20,000 miles in almost four years of driving, but there is a lot of stop and go driving in those miles. I purchased a transmission filter at my dealer with the intention of changing the fluid also. I learned that the new Buicks come through with ... Read More

For Any 2008 LaCrosse Owners. Old Guy Questions.

• Re: For Any 2008 LaCrosse Owners. Old Guy Questions. [bobr14]

  Written by: mrrogers on Aug 29, 2008 2:41:33 AM

  We don't have a 2008 LaCrosse, but my wife and I bought a 2005. We are the original owners. It now has 19,000 miles. We both love the car, and it has never had any reliability issues. The 3.8 engine may be the most reliable engine in the world. We would buy another LaCrosse in a heartbeat. I think that the Avalon is overpriced, and I think that the seat bottoms ... Read More

Buick LaCrosse Transmission Problems

• Re: Transmission problems [imidazol97]

  Written by: lcbj on Apr 16, 2008 12:51:29 PM

  My 2005 Buick LaCrosse with 33K has exactly the same problem of recurring hard shifts that come and go. It is very annoying and worrisome. It always seems to be in stop and go traffic. I am off to see the dealer tomorrow.

• Buick Lacrosse Transmission

  Written by: miles9 on Apr 9, 2008 2:12:02 PM

  I have read were there those ou there experiencing transmission problems with Buick. I purchased a new 2005 Buick Lacrosse ledftover in March of 2006 so mt car just celbrated it's second birthday of ownership! Unfortunately I am also about to have the dealership install the fourth (4) transmission so don't believe for a minute that the transmissions are NOT a problem with the Lacrosse's at least. I began to have ... Read More

• Re: Transmission Troubles [richard60]

  Written by: rick151 on Mar 25, 2008 2:05:31 PM

  I own a 2005 Buick Lacrosse. Bought it in 2006. It currently has 59000 miles. Started hearing a whinning noise and thought it was the power steering fluid. Checked all fluids and they were find. Took to Pep Boys and they quickly pointed it out to be a transmission problem and to take it to a transmission specialist. I took it back to the GM dealership (a couple of miles from ... Read More

Buick LaCrosse: Real World MPG

• Gas Mileage on 2007 Buick Lacrosse 3.8 V-6

  Written by: johnnyreb2 on Oct 16, 2007 5:39:16 PM

  Purchase vehicle on 3/29/07 at local Buick Dealer down here in Florida. Wife and I decide to drive up to New York area and visit family in New England area and also family on eastern Long Island. Drove over 4,022.0 miles. This mileage included a lot of stop and go traffic plus driving in city and rural town roads. Current mileage on vehicle is 7,655 miles My over all gas mileage ... Read More

Buick LaCrosse

• 2005 csx

  Written by: ebaynm4u2 on Apr 30, 2007 3:46:30 PM

  My only problem with the lacrosse is the ABS unit. I've had it into buick twice now for a "groan" the car does almost as soon as its moving after being started. It only does it once. But every time I restart it and go on my way it does it again. They claim that the noise is normal. I'm waiting for them to get in another 2005 and I'll test ... Read More

Buick La Crosse Stalling/Starting Problems

• Re: New Lacrosse stalling ie going dead... any ideas ? [imidazol97]

  Written by: dell46 on Feb 2, 2007 9:51:11 AM

  They finally found the problem with my 2005 LaCrosse. The nut on stud for the starter was missing and when they tried to replace the nut the stud just kept turning. Apparently it was broken inside the starter housing. They did replace the starter and all seems fine now.We dont know if there ever was a nut on the stud or if it just came off.The cable must just have been ... Read More

Hyundai Azera vs. Volkswagen Passat vs. Buick LaCrosse

• Give the Buick A Test Drive Before You Decide

  Written by: hitman1970 on Oct 25, 2006 5:36:24 PM

  I owned a 2001 Hyundai Elantra GT for 5 years. I put 53,000 problem free miles on it with only regularly scheduled maintenance. No complaints. I have seen the discussion on the price differences between Azera and LaCrosse CXS. After getting through my second Iraq tour in one piece, I decided to get a new vehicle. I am a 35 year old male. I test drove the Buick LaCrosse and loved ... Read More

Buick LaCrosse General future

• Re: Buick LaCrosse:General future [62vetteefp]

  Written by: mrrogers on Oct 20, 2006 4:33:18 AM

  Thanks for the details on the new Buicks. Before my wife purchased her 2005 LaCrosse CXL, she took both a new Lexus ES330 and RX330 on 24 hour test drives. She likes the ease of entry and exit from the RX330 crossover vehicle, but she bought the LaCrosse as she did not like the current Buick crossover vehicle. The luxury Enclave sounds like a real competitor to the Lexus. I look ... Read More

Buick LaCrosse

• Re: Problems with new LaCrosse [62vetteefp]

  Written by: lacrossesoaked on Sep 30, 2006 8:24:39 AM

  Update on the water leak in my 2005 LaCrosse CXS: the dealer recently did work on the "A" column. apparently there was a noticeable gap in the seam which was allowing water to leak into the passenger foot well area. The dealer also replaced all of the carpeting which had alternately become soaked, then dried, on both front and back passenger sides. However, when they took the seats out to replace ... Read More

Buick LaCrosse: Real World MPG

• Re: LaCrosse Gas Mileage [hjw1]

  Written by: bluecxs on May 18, 2006 5:29:28 PM

  I have a 2005 3.6 that gets less than 14 mpg. Buick states that is running to specification. What do you know about the 3.6that makes you think the mileage will not be good? Thanks,

Buick LaCrosse

• Re: The Base Engine [jh1977]

  Written by: 62vetteefp on Dec 18, 2005 10:34:18 AM

  Have anybody driving a 2005 or 2006 LaCrosse with the 3800 engine had any problems with the engine? the engine is the series III which includes enhancments to make it quieter in the Buicks. It has a new aluminum structural oil pan which stiffens up the block for less frequency responses.

• LaCrosse best Premium Mid-Size Car

  Written by: neshapop on Nov 15, 2005 7:30:15 AM

  2005 Vehicle Satisfaction Awards PASSENGER CARS: Premium Mid-Size Car - Nissan Altima/Buick LaCrosse Standard Mid-Size Car - Mazda6 http://www.autopacific.com/sub.php?...roup=243&id=668

• Re: Great news [vanman1]

  Written by: neshapop on Oct 30, 2005 3:57:30 AM

  I don't like CR because they are biased especially against GM, even for this year CR was better PR than any Toyota magazine. I am actually surprised about this recommendation for new Buick Strangely nobody considered NTHSA source for build quality and reliability. My in-laws and wife ran me through the mud citing similar drill from CR or car media reviews trying to convince me to buy Japanese. Now all of ... Read More

• Re: LaCrosse fuel economy [sscott1]

  Written by: neshapop on Sep 14, 2005 6:42:55 AM

  I read that 3.8L 3rd generation engine meets SULEV standard (90% less emissions gases than 2003 tire 1 models!), that's why maybe different tuning and entire design approach. Not sure about 3.6 VVT, I think higher than that, maybe ULE or so...can that affect the engine performance? I guess so...see link below http://www.fueleconomy.gov/feg/by model/2005_Buick_Lacrosseallure.shtml I am not that old , maybe just "an old school" ("only" 37 but with wife is ... Read More

• warranty

  Written by: 1487 on Jul 6, 2005 3:25:27 PM

  Gm will extend the warranty on 2006 Buicks and make onstar standard. I am thinking the Lacrosse's price will be dropped by $1500-$2000. I just priced a fully loaded 2006 CTS and it is about 5K cheaper than a 2005. I expect the same thing will be true with the lacrosse. If you look at the impala's pricing you would think Buick will make some adjustments to the lacrosse. an '06 ... Read More

• Just Bought A Buick LaCrosse

  Written by: ward_cleaver on Jun 26, 2005 9:55:28 AM

  We just picked up a new Buick LaCrosse yesterday. We got a CX. The 3800 V6 is plenty of power for a sedan. I've owned two LeSabre's and have been very satisfied with the 3800. Being in my 40's I'm probably not your typical LeSabre owner, but I like them enough to have purchased two of them. I planned on buying a 2005 LeSabre when we went to the dealership earlier ... Read More

• Re: LaCrosse a best pick [62vetteefp]

  Written by: 62vetteefp on Jun 22, 2005 5:38:42 AM

  OK, I think I found the data you were referring to somewhere else. NEW FRONTAL CRASH TEST RESULTS FOR 8 CARS: LARGE FAMILY & LUXURY CARS ARE GOOD; MOST EARN 'BEST PICK' ARLINGTON, VA — A group of five large family cars and three large luxury cars earned top ratings of good in frontal crash tests recently conducted by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety. Among the family models that were ... Read More

• carconnection review

  Written by: 62vetteefp on Jun 10, 2005 7:55:32 PM

  http://www.thecarconnection.com/Vehicle_Reviews/Sedans_and_Coupes/2005_Buick_LaCrosse.S180- .A7758.html First time I saw this.

• buick quality

  Written by: pat565 on Jun 4, 2005 4:18:09 PM

  I have owned many buicks over the years,going back to my first car ,a 1965 buick special.All of them gave me many years of mostly problem free service.I currently own a 1991 regal with almost 150k on it and a1995 regal with 135k.I also just bought a 2005 accord.The reason I went with the accord was not reservations about buick quality ,but rather I felt for the money on the base ... Read More

• Safety

  Written by: drwilsc on May 25, 2005 3:00:00 PM

  I read in the paper today that the LaCrosse only received 3 stars out of 5 for side impact collisions. Most of the Japanese competition received higher scores (5 stars). Chew on this: Consumer Reports March, 2005: Honda Odyssey - Curb Weight 4615 Fuel economy 19 mpg 0-60 : 8.6 sec Buick LaCrosse CXL 3.8 liter - Curb Weight 3565 Fuel economy 18 mpg 0-60 : 9.0 sec To summarize: A ... Read More

• Re: Venus [imidazol97]

  Written by: 62vetteefp on May 24, 2005 7:52:40 AM

  Per carsdirect http://www.carsdirect.com/research/toyota/camry/2005/std/incentives 2005 CAmry has $700 customer rebate 2005 LaCrosse has $1000 bonus cash + $500 customer rebate http://www.carsdirect.com/research/buick/lacrosse/2005/cx/incentives In comparison the Lesabre has the same forced GM wide $1000 bonus cash and $2500 customer rebate. http://www.carsdirect.com/research/buick/lesabre/2005/custom/incentives the Buick Rendezvous has the same GM wide $1000 + $3500 customer rebate. http://www.carsdirect.com/research/buick/rendezvous/2005/cx/incentives Wow, I guess the LaCrosse really is not that incentivized compared to its sisters.

• Re: [venus537]

  Written by: 62vetteefp on May 23, 2005 5:56:08 AM

  To be honest I do not know much about the Malibu. Have not really looked at them since they are not in a segment I was interested in. Just saw the awards. Does anyone know when either Consumer Reports or Consumer Guide will have a report on the LaCrosse? Why was this car compared against the full size cars at Edmunds? That is the Lucerne I see they marked it down ... Read More

• NYTImes Review

  Written by: robchemist on May 2, 2005 1:01:31 PM

  A review of the Lacrosse at the NY times (http://nytimes.com/2005/05/01/automobiles/01AUTO.html). Overall a nice review of the Lacrosse. Also, I finally learned why Buick used different names for the Canadian and US versions of the car!

• Re: LaCrosse Recall [fredvh]

  Written by: dell46 on Apr 25, 2005 2:24:22 PM

  Found a copy of the recall here it is: Make : BUICK Model : LACROSSE Year : 2005 Manufacturer : GENERAL MOTORS CORP. NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number : 05V156000 Recall Date : APR 19, 2005 Component: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:PEDALS AND LINKAGES Potential Number Of Units Affected : 61594 Summary: ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, THE CLIP THAT SECURES THE BRAKE PUSHROD TO THE BRAKE PEDAL ARM PIN COULD HAVE BEEN BENT WHEN ... Read More

• LaCrosse Recall

  Written by: fredvh on Apr 25, 2005 8:53:37 AM

  GM has recalled 69,037 of its 2005 model year Buick Lacrosse and Buick Allure sedans, which went on sale last year, for a potential problem with a brake part that could lead to brake loss. GM said it was aware of a low-speed crash, which did not result in any injuries, as a consequence of the potentially faulty brakes. GM has isssued a recall of over 2 million vehicles today.

• Buick Lacrosse Sealing Doom of Buick and Pontiac

  Written by: 307web on Mar 29, 2005 9:00:47 PM

  I like the looks of the LaCrosse. Too bad it gets so expensive when well equipped and even then still doesn't have some of the high tech features like navigation systems and audio inputs for portable music devices (iPods etc.) The upcoming Lucerne clearly looks like a rebadged Impala with portholes for much more money. Things like this are why there is talk about GM dumping Buick or Pontiac. http://money.cnn.com/2005/03/29/Autos/buick_pontiac_future/index.htm

• Re: engines [vanman1]

  Written by: imidazol97 on Mar 28, 2005 7:00:35 AM

  http://www.media.gm.com/division/2005_prodinfo/powertrain/2005%20HPT%20Library/90%20Deg%20- V6/2005_3800_L26_Buick.pdf http://www.media.gm.com/division/2005_prodinfo/powertrain/2005%20HPT%20Library/HFV6/LaCros- se/2005_36L_LY7_Buick_LaCrosse.pdf This shows 200 hp in LaCrosse? Look at the torque curves for the two engines. Look at the horsepower at the higher rpms. Driving the 3.6 may feel a lot peppier if they use a higher number overall drive ratio. If people pay for a higher engine, they usually would want more pep and lower gas mileage. I'll settle for a 3800 with high mileage and good ... Read More

• Re: rwisem [bigdaddycoats]

  Written by: imidazol97 on Mar 24, 2005 6:57:25 PM

  The 3.8 hasn't been a joke for me in 3 cars. It pulls the full weight of a LeSabre nicely. I'm surprised the smooth 4-speed transmission didn't get criticized also... Check the 2000 rpm horsepower and torque for both engines in the following links someone provided in GM's Return of Might discussion: 3.6 LaCrosse: http://www.media.gm.com/division/2005_prodinfo/powertrain/2005%20HPT%20Library/HFV6/LaCros- se/2005_36L_LY7_Buick_LaCrosse.pdf 3800 LaCrosse: http://www.media.gm.com/division/2005_prodinfo/powertrain/2005%20HPT%20Library/90%20Deg%20- V6/2005_3800_L26_Buick.pdf As I read those graphs at 2000 the horsepower is about ... Read More

• just a few thoughts

  Written by: bigunit67 on Mar 9, 2005 4:07:38 PM

  Jumping back to the discussions on page 56 or so, I went to the St. Louis auto show the first part of February. I'm sure it's not much different than the auto shows elsewhere around the country...just not as many of the "what-if" vehicles. Anyway, being a Regal GS owner, I checked out the Buick floor-space and found...tumbleweeds. They had very few onlookers checking out what they had to offer, unfortunately. ... Read More

• Re: test drive results [robchemist]

  Written by: dispencer1 on Feb 27, 2005 4:28:56 PM

  And you got a good deal on a basic car with a few options. The LaCrosse is a really good buy in the $21-25k price range. Over that it competes with c the Avalon that has a great reliability record, great resale value (unlike anything built by Buick), and seems to be better put together at least inside. The new Avalon (2005) is light years better than the previous model which ... Read More

• Re: [johnclineii]

  Written by: yurakm on Jan 30, 2005 10:48:22 AM

  GMAC offers subsidized interest rates.   http://www.buick.com/lacrosse/specialoffers/northeast.html   Typical dealer discount is only $1000 according to Edmunds (TVM). $1500 purchase / $750 lease loyalty rebates, if they are still available. And only $1000 GM card rebates during year 2005.   In short, discounts are fair to good, but definitely not as great as wat was available, for example, with the last year Regal.

• Thoughts on the LaCrosse

  Written by: rbenton on Jan 25, 2005 9:26:16 PM

  The La Crosse, even though it is massive upgrade of Century and the Regal is 4 to 5 years behind the bell in respect to other near luxury cars (i.e. Lexus ES 330, Acura TL et al).   CXS La Crosse with Gold Convenience pkg, Curtain Air Bags, Stability Control, Sunroof, Monsoon 6 CD stereo, Satellite Radio, Heated seats, and Remote Start = $33400 MSRP.   2005 Acura TL $ 33,470 ... Read More

• Fredvh: Consumer Reports

  Written by: mrrogers on Jan 24, 2005 8:13:57 AM

  I look forward to what Consumer Reports has to say about the 2005 Buick LaCrosse. My wife has a new LaCrosse in the garage, so naturally we are hoping for a good review. However, having owned three Regals, I am used to Consumer Reports giving the Regal a bad review and not recommending the car. This in spite of the fact that they admit that it is the most reliable family ... Read More

• LaCrosse and Lexus 24 Hour Test Drives

  Written by: mrrogers on Dec 9, 2004 11:58:46 AM

  Mrs. Rogers and I recently test drove a 2005 LaCrosse CXL, a 2005 Lexus ES330, and a 2005 Lexus RX330 for 24 hours each. We wanted a car to replace her 1998 Regal LS with 100K miles. GM Vice Chairman Bob Lutz talks about Lexus all the time, so we decided to see what all the fuss was about.       I will start by saying that Hertz has rented me Toyota Camrys ... Read More

• Re: 2005 Buick LaCrosse Concert Sound III system [priggly]

  Written by: snurd on Dec 6, 2004 6:08:56 PM

  priggly,  I don't know but have the same question. The local Buick dealer doesn't know (or at least he won't say). Please e-mail me at"mickbonw3@charter.net" when you find out. I was thinking of replacing just the speakers with Boston Acoustics. That should be all that's necessary.

• Re: Test Drive 2005 Buick LaCrosse [motownusa]

  Written by: priggly on Dec 5, 2004 11:32:36 PM

  It was the CXS model with the twin cam 3.6.

• Re: Test Drive 2005 Buick LaCrosse [priggly]

  Written by: motownusa on Dec 5, 2004 7:25:21 PM

  Which engine did the car you drove have? the old 3.8 pushrod or the newer 3.6 twin cam?

• Test Drive 2005 Buick LaCrosse

  Written by: priggly on Dec 5, 2004 5:40:34 PM

  Had a chance to test drive a new LaCrosse (Allure) this past week. The engine and suspension are excellent. The interior is OK but not especially noteworthy. The level of quietness and serenity which I was expecting to be extremely high after reading and hearing all the ballyhoo about it was not especially good. Disappointing. Did not sound as quiet as the Lexus ES 330. As for the Concert Sound III ... Read More

• Edmunds likes LaCrosse.. wow

  Written by: dan165 on Nov 29, 2004 12:29:15 PM

  http://www.edmunds.com/new/2005/buick/lacrosse/100377822/roadtest- article.html?articleId=103493&tid=edmunds.h..wkedmunds.firstd- rive.1.*

• 2005 Buick LaCrosse Concert Sound III system

  Written by: priggly on Nov 28, 2004 2:42:49 PM

  Anyone know if the nine speakers in the optional Concert Sound III system are brand name, e.g. Bose or Boston Acoustics, etc., or are they merely Delco paper cone speakers? How does the system sound if you've heard it? Is it really an audiophile system? Thanks.

• $1,000 Rebate

  Written by: mrrogers on Nov 7, 2004 1:12:52 PM

  Per the GMBuypower website, there is now a $1,000 rebate on the 2005 Buick LaCrosse.     My wife drove a CXS on Saturday. She wants a CXL. The salesman told her he had a CXL in stock, so we took a ride to the dealer. The salesman said he made a mistake. They are supposed to have a CXL in this week.     I did not drive the car, but my wife thought ... Read More

• Edmunds True Cost To Own

  Written by: mrrogers on Oct 23, 2004 9:55:27 AM

  I tried to run the numbers for the 2005 LaCrosse at the Edmunds True Cost To Own site, but the model is too new. I was able to run the numbers for the 2004 Buick Regal and the 2004 Lexus ES330. Based on 15,000 miles per year, the five year ownership cost of the Regal is $37,122. That works out to $0.49 per mile. For the ES330, the five year ownership ... Read More

• Buick LaCrosse vs Lexus ES330

  Written by: mrrogers on Sep 1, 2004 7:09:03 PM

  Mrs. Rogers and I are looking to replace her 1998 Regal LS with 99K miles. She is interested in both the LaCrosse and the Lexus ES330. Some people bad mouth the Buick for only having a four speed transaxle vs the Lexus five speed. If you look on the Edmunds Lexus ES330 board, there is a whole area devoted to transmission problems with the 2002 through 2005 Lexus ES five speed. ... Read More

• Re: The Next Round of Redesigns [jchan2]

  Written by: mitchflorida on Aug 31, 2004 2:56:43 PM

  Buick wants to move upscale, shedding its fuddy-duddy image to appeal to buyers who want a powerful, quiet, elegant, expertly crafted, and luxurious car priced under $30,000. In fact, Buick spokespeople have openly discussed their intention to take on Lexus head-to-head in the future. Serving as the first volley on this front is the 2005 Buick LaCrosse, an upscale midsize sedan that replaces the Century and Regal. Whether or not they’ve ... Read More

• Option & Invoice Pricing up on Cars.com

  Written by: minnguy34 on Aug 31, 2004 8:57:32 AM

  Cars.com has the option and invoice pricing for the 2005 Buick LaCrosse up on their web site. It is interesting how Canada will get better deals on some GM cars. I was tempted to try and get a Canadian Cadillac CTS, it was several thousand cheaper. I thought I would have to change out the speedo for a mph one. I then bought a 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix and discovered that ... Read More

• LaCrosse vs. Olds Intrigue

  Written by: yurakm on Aug 9, 2004 9:48:17 PM

  It came to my mind today, that it is better comparison, than comparing LaCrosse with Century/Regal. Let us compare 99 Intrigue with 2005 LaCrosse. Three trim with similar names: base: LaCrosse CX vs. Intrigue GX; both have 200hp 3.8l engine; cloth seats, etc. better: LaCrosse CXL vs. Intrigue GL; 200hp 3.8l engine, fog lamps, upgraded seats, mirrors, etc. top: LaCrosse CXS vs. Intrigue GLS: 240hp 3.6l variable timing DOHC vs. 215hp ... Read More

• Re: They may have chased me away [bporter1]

  Written by: yurakm on Jul 24, 2004 3:54:48 PM

  The same with me. Comparing 2000 Regal GS vs. 2005 LaCrosse CXS: - Radio/sound: MP3 will be available at last. The current 6 speakers is OK with me, but 9 will be nice, if not too expensive. Remote control on steering wheel was standard in 2000, will be optional in 2005. Satellite radio: not available in 200, optional for 2005. I do not need it at all. - Driver information center ... Read More

• Comparing LaCrosse to a Taurus

  Written by: dispencer1 on Apr 22, 2004 2:10:19 PM

  Several people compared the LaCrosse to a Taurus, Lexus, etc. The LaCrosse does resemble a Taurus but it also resembles the present mid-size and full-size Buicks. It looks as if Buick went into the parts bin and threw together what was loose. You have the old oval grille and other bits and pieces. At least they didn't put the silly Roadmaster holes in the hood. The Cadillac 2005 STS illustrates a ... Read More

• no title

  Written by: 1487 on Feb 10, 2004 4:53:42 PM

  Buick is not going to die. Olds was not flush with new products when it was killed. The aurora was relatively new and the Bravada was about to be launched when the announcement came. The Bravada wasn't a major development hassle for GM because of the Envoy/Trailblazer. The aurora was a unique product and its obvious they didnt know Olds was going to be killed when it was developed. Buick's image ... Read More

• chevyguy, joey2brix

  Written by: alpha01 on Feb 9, 2004 4:44:12 PM

  Thanks for the kind words, chevyguy. I had some trouble with the threads this weekend too, hopefully I'll be off the hosts' S List if people continue to be civil around here! Joey2brix- Actually, BMW sales FELL in January. Im wondering if it has to do with all the criticism over the redesigned 5-series, the panning of the overpriced X3, and the fear that Chris Bangle is going to slaughter the ... Read More

• Autoweek news...

  Written by: bretaa on Feb 9, 2004 2:12:11 PM

  I agree it's a good idea to drop the lower end Buicks. If Century buyers really want something else in their price range in the GM portfolio, there's more than enough there. If I were a Buick dealer, though, I'd be biting my fingernails down to the cuticles seeing there's no LeSabre replacement until '06. I hope, for their sake, that's *early* '06 as the current one is already long in ... Read More

• 2005 Buick Lacrosse

  Written by: babeshah on Feb 7, 2004 12:04:26 PM

  Here's my take on the new Lacrosse: it's a perfect addition for Buick's lineup, the interior is nice and the exterior is bolder than competitors. The exterior chrome adds to the upscale look. OnStar, Rear Parking Assist makes this a solid choice for customers looking for a mid-lux car. The only thing I don't like it that there is no (so far) OPTIONAL navagation system, which I think it important for ... Read More

• no title

  Written by: bigdaddycoats on Jan 28, 2004 9:35:31 AM

  not 100% sure if all of this is correct - 2005 Buick LaCrosse CX CXL CXS C67 Air conditioning S - - CJ2 dual-zone ACC - S S AP9 Cargo convenience net, trunk - S S U68 Driver Information Center - S S Personalization features - S S Steering, tilt adjustment S - - N37 Steering power tilt and telescopic adjustment - S S NK5 Steering wheel, 4-spoke, cruise control S ... Read More

• no title

  Written by: a_l_hubcaps on Jan 26, 2004 7:23:29 PM

  All off the top of my head... A: Buick Century, Pontiac 6000, Chevrolet Celebrity, Oldsmobile Cutlass Ciera/Cruiser B: Chevrolet Caprice/Impala, Buick LeSabre/Estate, Pontiac Parisienne, Oldsmobile Delta F: Chevrolet Camaro, Pontiac Firebird G: Pontiac Bonneville, Chevrolet Malibu, Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme H: Chevrolet Vega, Pontiac Astre, Chevrolet Monza, Buick Skyhawk, Oldsmobile Starfire, Pontiac Sunbird J: Chevrolet Cavalier, Cadillac Cimarron, Pontiac 2000/Sunbird/Sunfire, Buick Skyhawk, Oldsmobile Firenza N: Buick Skylark, Pontiac Grand Am, Chevy Malibu, ... Read More

• 2005 Buick LaCross

  Written by: tsx on Nov 24, 2003 9:29:02 PM

  Recently I was at GM AutoShow for Dealers, had a chance to take a look at new models from GM. On the Buick side, Seen the Ultra From Rendez-vu and the upcoming Century-Regal replacement midsize car. GM is changing the brand to attract younger buyers on the Buick side. The New Midsize looks very similar to the Lexus GS300 with a Buick Grill. No Details were given and no one was ... Read More

• Neither Regal nor Century

  Written by: olrdv on Aug 14, 2003 1:13:14 PM

  Buick officials have decided to rename the Regal sedan to LaCrosse when an all-new version debuts in model year 2005. GM officials feel the re-engineered and restyled model needs to be marketed as a new model.