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Re: 2000 Buick Load Levers [jimbuick]
Written by: imidazol97 on Apr 14, 2005 6:08:00 AM
You didn't say if you've had the car the whole time for the 50K miles? Is there a chance the earlier owner replaced struts and someone got the wrong ones? Unlikely... but? When I have time, I'll check my 03 manual for the ride height to measure to see if your car is at the right height. When the rear struts on my 98 weren't being pumped up, the rear sagged ... Read More
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Re: buying a '98 LeSabre [imidazol97]
Written by: wgarider on Apr 11, 2005 1:42:48 PM
Whoops! Here's the details................ Summary: ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 3800 V6 (L36) ENGINES AND CERTAIN DELPHI FUEL PRESSURE REGULATORS, THE REGULATORS HAVE A MUCH HIGHER THAN USUAL RATE OF FUEL LEAKS. A LEAK CAN ALLOW FUEL TO ENTER THE INTAKE MANIFOLD THROUGH A VACUUM LINE. IF THE ENGINE DOES NOT START WHEN CRANKED, THE FUEL FROM THE LEAKING REGULATOR AND A MISTIMED SPARK CAN CAUSE A BACKFIRE. Consequence: THE ... Read More
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Re: Welcome [L8_Apex]
Written by: tytirey on Mar 24, 2005 4:00:26 AM
I bought a new 2000 Silver Lesabre with Grand Touring Package and fully optioned in 2000.I now have 95,000 trouble miles on it.I always changed my own oil and filter and use Mobile 1 Synthetic oil.I have averaged 24-25 miles per gallon in the rural area where I live and up to 32mpg on trips.I have owned every make of Gm Car and a few Fords.I might buy a 2005 Lesabre ... Read More
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GM Protection Plan Major Guard for Lesabre 2000
Written by: forvie on Feb 14, 2005 9:17:21 PM
I just purchased a 2000 lesabre with 58400 miles, from buick dealer. They offered a 36/45000 GM PP for $2600. I have been searching and reading information from forums to make my decision about buying this plan. I have until Feb 15th to buy the plan or loose the option offered to me. Any one who has experience with 2000 models, does it worth it?
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Re: 2000 Limited [idntnvu]
Written by: nvbanker on Aug 15, 2004 3:30:32 PM
Ok, so now we're in the right place, I like Buicks, don't get me wrong. It's wierd, but Olds and Buick were my two favorite GM brands. My last Buick was a 91 Park Avenue, and while I really liked the car, it did disappoint me in quite a few areas. Like the short in the Windshield Wipers where it would intermittantly turn on the wipers for no reason. But the ... Read More
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Love My LeSabre (Reply danielj6)
Written by: mrpoetryman on Feb 9, 2004 8:57:48 AM
My 2000 LeSabre has just about 50,000 miles on the odometer and is running like the day I bought it new. Keep it clean and maintained and you will love it too. Only problem was a leaky gasket at 12,000 miles which was replaced under warranty. Oil changes every 3000-4000 miles, new tires at 30,000 miles are the only maintenance items I have done. Good luck with your future Buick purchase. ... Read More
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Stale Styling
Written by: mlm4 on Dec 7, 2003 12:52:04 PM
You're right, the last time Buick got an all-new car in the lineup was 2000. Since then all they've added are minivan- (a modified Aztek) and SUV- (a modified Bravada) based vehicles. Buick has had some great concepts recently but unlike Cadillac or Pontiac or Chevy, Buick has not done anything with them. Adding portholes to the Park Avenue was clever on paper but it's like putting a pretty bow on ... Read More
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Time to "refresh" the styling
Written by: macarthur2 on Dec 6, 2003 4:06:52 PM
Bought my LeSabre in 2000, and it has been trouble free. Just want to comment that Buick really needs to do something yearly to physically set the new models apart from the older. My 2000 looks just like the 2004 and that is not the way to encourage new buyers. Look at the Century, it went to that body style in 1997 and it is still the same for 2004. Regal ... Read More
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no title
Written by: f1buick on Oct 7, 2003 12:14:21 PM
I'm describing a 90 degree turn from a side street onto a 60 mph highway under wet conditions. As you are executing the turn you also are attempting to accelerate from full stop to 60 under full throttle. Floor it and turn: The car will go exactly where you point it; it will hold the line precisely. It's fun. Obviously, you don't want to try this in heavy traffic! My point ... Read More
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Water leak in 2000 LeSabre
Written by: zakeman on Aug 9, 2003 8:36:23 AM
Not to change the subject, but I have owned several Lexus' and they are simply sensational. I am driving my first Buick which I bought new, a 2000 LeSabre which now has 105,000 miles on it. Considering the price, roughly half that of my Lexus, it has been a sensational "value". One problem, a serious water leak collecting on the driver side floor boards (front and rear). Dealer and body shops ... Read More
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Norbnancy
Written by: macarthur2 on May 16, 2003 7:30:04 AM
I think you will really like the Lesabre. In your entry you said you paid extra for side air bags??? They are standard equipment--at least on my 2000 Lesabre Custom (front seats). Also I have never heard of a "no haggle" Buick dealer--Around here that is almost always a Saturn dealer. Here in the Oklahoma City area Lesabres are discounted $3-5000 below manufactures suggested price on the window sticker. Has anyone ... Read More
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Suspension tire option
Written by: macarthur2 on Nov 17, 2002 2:30:05 PM
Yet another option to consider comes in between the standard tire, standard suspension and the Gran Touring Package. It is the 16" alloy wheels and tire option for the standard suspension. My 2000 LeSabre has this option and I think it kicks the handling up a notch but leaves a nice ride. And those 16" mag wheels are much better looking than the standard mags. I pump my tires to 32psi ... Read More
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Tires and Gas Mileage
Written by: mrpoetryman on Aug 24, 2002 4:39:21 PM
Hi everyone, I thought I would throw in my 2 cents worth about replacement tires and gas mileage. I replaced my original Firestone Affinity tires on my 2000 Buick LeSabre Limited at 30,000 miles with Michelin Symmetry tires. So far, (2000 + miles) they seem to be wearing very well. I have the 16 inch tires and the Touring Suspension. Concerning gas mileage, I think that the brand of gasoline you ... Read More
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Experience with our 2000 LeSabre Limited
Written by: daddyvet on Aug 17, 2002 5:56:50 PM
Have had our 2000 LeSabre Limited for the past 27K miles and 29 months. Not one iota of a problem. Did replace the 16" factory tires with Firestone whitewall Affinity's. Looks a lot better to me! Of course, I came into the car loving world when whitewalls were the "in" thing. I drive cars for Avis and that's what sold me on the Buick......any of the models are super drivers. However, ... Read More
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Lesabre tires
Written by: kcwolfpack59 on Aug 12, 2002 8:46:35 PM
I am not crazy about the 16" generals, either. They pick up a tremendous amount of gravel and every few months, if I am bored, I pick them out with a screwdriver. I have Michelin X-ones on the Monte, they wear like iron, have good grip in all weather and are still just slightly noisy. I was thinking about the symmetry Michelin also as the replacement. I have broused in Edmunds ... Read More
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LeSabre advice
Written by: macarthur2 on Jul 19, 2002 8:53:44 AM
Keeping in mind that one persons advice is only their opinion, I would say get the 2000 or newer model. It is not the "floater" that the older version was. Firmer ride but still a Buick. Most comments I have seen in road tests in magazines seem to think the "grand touring" suspension is jiggly (?). I have the 16" alloy wheel option without the gran touring suspension and think it ... Read More
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Stan 13 - Vibration
Written by: dpons on May 10, 2002 9:55:59 AM
I have a 2000 lesabre with the same vibration, when in drive when stopped with the brakes on. I got the "can't duplicate the problem" response from the local Buick dealer and have not gotten around to complaining to Buick about the dealer's lack of performance. But I managed to cure the problem by running a bottle of fuel injector cleaner (by chemtool) in the gas tank. It must have been ... Read More
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Buick Lemon: Kazoo, A/C & key alarm, Windows
Written by: lrdtx on Jun 16, 2002 9:56:32 PM
My 2000 LeSabre turned out to be a lemon but the laws are too restrictive; yeah, I can turn it in but they'll make me get another Buick and with the deduction per mile, I'm better off trading it in for another make. Problems? The kazoo sound is too infrequent to mess with; they could make it worse. Second, after a year, I noticed that the A/C sometimes wouldn't work. The ... Read More
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Concert II Sound
Written by: giants515 on Jun 12, 2002 10:25:30 AM
Will have comments about Concert II sound in a moment for jb7227 (#580) and kcwolfpack59 (#582)--thanks to both. First some more general stuff. Thanks to y'all for many useful and interesting messages on this board. Owned a used '90 Limited from early '92 to late '93--drove it from 44K to 90K, loved it, especially the great interior look, the overall feel of the car, and the 3800 engine. Was away from ... Read More
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2000 Buick LeSabre
Written by: rhraasch on Apr 8, 2002 7:52:02 PM
I have a 2000 Buick LeSabre with leather seats. The car is still under warranty. This morning I noticed the driver's leather seat has a small wear spot in one of the seams. Has anyone attempted to get a leather seat repair under warranty?
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ART
Written by: sonjaab on Feb 14, 2002 6:45:34 PM
That aarp coupon is only good for 1000 on 02......2000 on 01 Lesabre. They came in a GM family Savings promotion last year not direct mail from AARP. plus 2002 GM rebate ! Woman still not decided! I can wait a bit..but I do want a new CTS ! I have a GM Caddy Repeat Buyer cert. also ! Good luck with your new Buick !.....Geo
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Buick LeSabre -Try Before You Buy
Written by: dispencer on Dec 7, 2001 9:12:11 PM
Personally, after the problems I had with a suspension creak in my 2000 LeSabre that the dealer and zone service guy was unwilling to fix I sold it and won't buy another Buick. A year old Cadillac is the same price with a better warrenty and lots more for the money. People here are selling 2001 DeVilles for $26,000 with 28k. Who would spend the same amount for a LeSabre Limited? ... Read More
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1997 LeSabre Alternator Whine
Written by: dispencer on Nov 24, 2001 2:21:41 PM
Does anyone else have a pronounced whine coming from the alternator, noticible until you shift into high? You can hear each shift, whine goes down as rpm's fall. I had a similar noise in my 1994 but less loud. The alternator seems to be working ok. Has anyone installed a new or rebuilt alternator because of this problem and has the noise gone away. I'll have this car for another 5 ... Read More
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artwis
Written by: mlm4 on Oct 31, 2001 8:05:22 AM
Ditto Ken's comments. I own a 2000 Bonneville, which is essentially the sibling to the LeSabre, and those of us on the Bonneville forum are also very pleased with our cars. If I'm not mistaken, the LeSabre is consistently GM's best-selling full-size sedan. It doesn't have the high-zoot appeal of the "imports" but for us practical, salt-of-the-earth, patriotic types, the LeSabre is a very appealing vehicle. Buy a Buick! It's built ... Read More
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andymsn
Written by: nlwalker on Oct 23, 2001 11:31:35 AM
I have owned my 2000 LeSabre Limited with the Grand Touring Package since June of 1999. It has the Firestone Affinity tires. I have been completely satisfied with the car and everything that came on it. I have not experienced any vibration at any speed. I didn't even experience the "dreaded kazoo noise" which people used to complain about in these postings. When I bought this car I thought it would ... Read More
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60 to 70 mph vibration problem fix and other interesting questions....
Written by: andymsn on Oct 8, 2001 6:09:13 PM
Considering a 2000 Buick LeSabre Limted with about 7k, Y56, 16" Affinity tires, leather buckets, console, traction control and HUD (not sure if it has heated seats). This car has never been titled and is still "new." In other words, the dealer apparently ordered the car and accepted it in about September of 1999. Allegedly, it was used for a demonstrator and one of their managers used it to commute from ... Read More
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2000 Buick LeSabre
Written by: rhraasch on Aug 31, 2001 4:11:01 PM
I'm having some problems with my 2000 Buick LeSabre air conditioning. The air conditioner intermittently blows out cool air, rather than COLD air. I took it into the dealer and on that particular day they couldn't find a problem. Anyone else had this problem?
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16,500 report by mypoetryman
Written by: spindel on Aug 9, 2001 1:38:11 PM
This is Spindel. I meant to say my 2000 Buick Lesabre Limited. Spindel
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Re: Car for Mom and Pop
Written by: macarthur2 on Aug 6, 2001 12:26:10 PM
If Mom and Pop like the size of the Crown Vic's interior space they will feel right at home in a 2000 LeSabre. The car is 14" shorter than a Crown Victoria and 4" narrower. Yet the interior space is within tenths of an inch in every measurement. Oh and you give up 2 cubic feet of trunk space--which on the Crown Vic is that big hole where the spare use ... Read More
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9899olds
Written by: vtech83 on Jul 26, 2001 11:07:15 AM
Thanks for your glowing review of Buicks past. I suggest you spend some time in a 2000+ LeSabre or Regal GS before you start slamming the road manners anymore. I'm not expecting my LeSabre to keep up with a BMW 5-series through a twisting road but I also know that the Gran Touring suspension has alot more bite than you are giving it credit for. Everyone is entitled to their opinions. ... Read More
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Life in a Buick
Written by: 9899olds on Jul 25, 2001 2:19:25 PM
It's kinda like a rocking chair; in fact at speed the long stroke struts don't have enough umph to keep the tire in contact with road and evidently the tires will start to cup/flat spot.. My encounters with Buicks is only with three of them, all bought new; 87 Electra T-Type,92 Regal GS, and a 94 LeSabre. The 87 was my wife's car and I flat spotted all four tires on ... Read More
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RE: Seeking thoughts on "new" 2000 LeSabre Limited fair price....
Written by: vtech83 on Jul 17, 2001 9:44:57 AM
Andymsn: I've got a 2001 LeSabre Limited with every option except the engine block heater. Sounds like the car you are interested in is pretty much decked out the same way. If you decide to buy it, you'll love it. Here are my thoughts. As far as the Park Ave vs LeSabre question goes, I personally think the LeSabre is a better value. There used to be a pretty good gap ... Read More
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Road report
Written by: macarthur2 on Jul 6, 2001 7:48:15 AM
An update. At 17,000 miles our Titanium blue 2000 Buick LeSabre custom with Prestigue Pkg and leather is doing great. It has several trips from OKC to Roswell NM under its belt (500 miles one way). Out on the open road it is hard to keep it on 75 because it just wants to go higher. We are in the midwest and speed limits are higher. It continues to pull a ... Read More
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2000 Buick LeSabre
Written by: rhraasch on Jun 8, 2001 8:12:40 AM
I'm responding to the mail about the uncomfortable seats in the 2000 Buick Lesabre Custom. For what it's worth, I have a 2000 Buick Lesabre Custom. I'm 6'4" tall and I'm able to raise the seat up to where it is completely comfortable. Over the last year I've taken several long trips and I believe the seats are the most comfortable I've ever had in a car and so far, in ... Read More
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2000 Buick LeSabre
Written by: rhraasch on Jun 8, 2001 8:08:01 AM
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Creaking Noise in Supension 2000 LeSABRE
Written by: dispencer on May 8, 2001 8:38:19 PM
Does anyone have this problem? When you make a sharp left or right turn, there is a creaking noise in the front left side as the car rolls back on an even keel. There is also a creaking or cracking noise as you put on the brakes. My 90 and 94 LeSabres didn't have this creaking noise and the local dealer won't do anything because "nothing is broken" and "Buick won't ... Read More
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Washington Times LeSabre Review - 4/27/01
Written by: vtech83 on Apr 30, 2001 2:32:23 PM
I just finished reading the Auto Weekend section of the Washington Times newspaper, a section that appears every Friday. Lo and behold, on page E13, a review of the Buick LeSabre, under a heading which reads LeSabre isn't sexy, but it sells. I had a feeling right away that I wasn't going to like this article. I was pretty much right. The article was reprinted by The Times from an article ... Read More
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2000 Buick LeSabre
Written by: rhraasch on Apr 10, 2001 9:44:33 AM
I currently have a 2000 Buick LeSabre. The car currently has 7800 miles on it. I've changed the oil twice since purchasing the car in Jun of 00. Before the first oil change I drove about 2500 miles and I had used about 3/4 quart of oil. Between the first and second oil change I drove about 2500 miles and used a little over 1/2 quart of oil. I have driven ... Read More
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Chandler995 Buick Lesabre problems
Written by: rocketman71 on Feb 27, 2001 5:37:04 PM
I recently purchased a 97 Olds 88 LSS with the same 3800 engine and 4T60E transmission as you have. I no sooner drove it a couple of days when I noticed the surging under light throttle application just after the transmission went into lockup. Needless to say I was quite annoyed and didn't know what it was. I pulled it out of O/D and problem went away and noticed it didn't ... Read More
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2000 Buick LeSabre Wet Floorboard
Written by: awilks on Mar 27, 2001 6:53:37 PM
I have a 2000 Buick LeSabre with 26,000 miles. After it rains, my floorboard on the driver's side is very wet. Much more than I would drag in on my feet. Is there anyone else with this problem? How do I fix it?
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rbadan and vtech
Written by: woodybuick on Feb 13, 2001 12:20:30 PM
the 2000 and 2001 LeSabres do NOT have seat belt adjusters for height and the free extension will not change the comfort level on your shoulder. When buick went to the "All belts-to-seat" design on the LeSabre in 00, I believe it was a mistake not having adjusters on it. I only sell them, I don't build them though. The reason your 94 had them was because the seatbelts were tied ... Read More
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RMNixon
Written by: tpken on Mar 15, 2001 1:39:26 PM
Quite a name there! You may want to check out the Bonneville SE as well - I bought a 2000 in January with 18K on the clock for $15,995. Most of these cars that are one model year old and have that type of mileage are former rentals. A check with CARFAX will tell you that - as on mine. Watch for cigarette smoke evidence - hard to get rid of. ... Read More
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My thoughts ...
Written by: vtech83 on Mar 15, 2001 9:41:30 AM
Jim: Nothing wrong with the previous generation of LeSabres. They're solid reliable cars with a great engine and trans. The styling and interior layout is a little bland for me. Buick really made an improvement with the 2000 models, inside and out. You won't go wrong buying one of these things. Of course, if you do, you'll bring down the median age of LeSabre buyers quite a bit. I'm 42 and ... Read More
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LeSabre for a young family
Written by: rmnixon on Mar 15, 2001 8:23:29 AM
I wanted to ask people's opinion on the LeSabre for my wife, son, and one on the way. The car gets great crash scores. The custom seems to comw with everything my wife "has to have". I have found a dealer that will sell me a used (2000) LeSabre for @ 17,500 with about 14K on the clock. He actually has several in different colors and they are all customs. I ... Read More
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Anyone out there???
Written by: vtech83 on Mar 14, 2001 1:55:54 PM
Not many posts in this forum; that isn't surprising since alot of the other forums are folks complaining about their cars. Not much to complain about in the LeSabre! The 3000 mile check went OK. Had a vibration above 65mph; turns out that one of the wheels was defective. Dealer replaced wheel and rebalanced all four tires just to make sure. No problems now. The dealer also gave me a 97 ... Read More
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Little things
Written by: macarthur2 on Nov 23, 2000 2:42:11 AM
Though I LOVE my 2000 LeSabre there are a few design items that I have minor gripes about. The front cupholder(s) built into the armrest will not let you carry big cups of coffee or soft drinks. And if you and a passenger in the front seat have cups with handles (travel mugs) they will both not fit in the holder at the same time. Small styrofoam cups and some medium ... Read More
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2000 Lesabre OIl Usage
Written by: dog738 on Oct 29, 2000 10:54:08 PM
My new Buick uses about 1/2 quart of oil every 1200 miles. I had and Oldsmobile with the same engine for 7 years and it used no oil. The Buick dealer told me it could use up to 1-1/2 quarts every 3000 miles and this was okay. Does anyone else have this problem?
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Help! LeSabre stalls!!
Written by: lt1transam on Oct 23, 2000 5:57:09 PM
My parents' 2000 Buick LeSabre has been stalling intermittently at low speeds and stop lights. The car currently only has 5000 miles and this is the second round of engine stalls. The earlier engine stalls occurred in Feb and March and were caused by a bad alternator, not charging properly at low RPM. The problem went away for a few months, but now it's back. And I doubted this time is ... Read More
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Firestone Affinity Tires
Written by: dpons on Oct 2, 2000 6:48:12 PM
(rhraasch): My 2000 Lesabre Custom with Grand Touring suspension has Firestone Affinity tires. The dealer found the two front tires out of round which they say is the cause of my vibration problems at speed. But I think there is more to the problem, because the vibration gets worse after time on the road, which implies the belts are shifting. The dealer said he could not offer me another brand of ... Read More
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Firestone Affinity Tires
Written by: rhraasch on Sep 27, 2000 2:27:39 AM
I recently bought a 2000 Buick LeSabre Custom which has Firestone 16" Affinity tires on it. I'm not having any problems and I'm totally satisfied with the car; however, in light of the Firestone tire recall I was curious if anyone has heard anything adverse about the Firestone Affinity tire.
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Road Test: 2000 Buick LeSabre
Written by: pocahontas on Sep 13, 2000 3:58:56 PM
Edmund's review of the 2000 Buick LeSabre is now available. Here's the direct link: Road Test: 2000 Buick LeSabre, by Erin Mahoney. Let us know what you think. ;-) Pocahontas, Edmunds.com/Roving Host
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2000 Lesabre Transmission Failure
Written by: eryan1 on Aug 29, 2000 9:01:40 PM
Bulletproof- thats what they claim. Ha ha. My 2000 with just over 18K on the clock puked out about 2 weeks ago. Very violent metal on metal screeching, the sounds of niagra falls for about 5 miles on the interstate and then it calmed down but shift quality was very poor. Barely made it home. Called Buick roadside assistance. Long long wait on hold. Finally they dispatch a tow truck and ... Read More
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Door/Mirror Wind Noise
Written by: acb2 on Aug 11, 2000 12:40:41 AM
My 2000 LeSabre has a loud wind noise on both sides anywhere above 45 mph and above 90 degrees. We drove from Tuscon to Yuma in 110 plus and had a steady, loud whistle from both sides. No noise at all below 85 degrees. Has anyone had the same experience or has anyone had any experience with their dealership or with Buick on this? Thanks.
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Kazoo noise
Written by: marvd on Jul 18, 2000 2:51:54 AM
I must be one of the lucky ones, I have a new 2000 LeSabre Limited and had the dreeded wind noise. I called Buick direct and needless to say they knew nothing about it and I should see my Buick dealer. Well I did, and I was lucky to find their trim man there that day and he exactly what to do. All he did was loosen the windshield and re ... Read More
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Intermittent noise
Written by: tsw019 on Jul 17, 2000 4:29:53 AM
I also just purchased a 2000 Lesabre Limited and getting the same noise referenced at 60-65 MPH. Has anyone gotten a competent answer from Buick?? My last two cars were Toyota's and this is not a pleasant welcome back to GM. Let's hope we all do not regret our purchases.
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LeSabre prices
Written by: judysga on Jul 14, 2000 2:19:36 AM
I just purchased a new 2000 LeSabre Limited, loaded with every option except the moonroof and 12 disc CD-changer, on July 3. The MSRP was $31,015. Cars Direct offered it at $27,422 after the $1000.00 rebate. A Dealer in Atlanta, GA. beat this price by $5.00. I am realizing it was not such a great deal, as the car I bought has a lot of wind noise, as mentioned by several ... Read More
