2004 Buick LeSabre Consumer Reviews Page 3

Expensive, quality problems

Written by: ltdangel92 on 06/16/2004

Vehicle

2004 Buick LeSabre Custom 4dr Sedan (3.8L 6cyl 4A)

Review

Wind Noise. The battery in the back seat. Small Mirrors. Wind Noise @60+mph. seats not comfortable and need to give more support. elcetrical problems.

Favorite Features

look fine

Suggested Improvements

all the above about seats, wind noise, hard to reach power steering fluid to check for oil. Cheap tires. Expensive. Try Ford Crown Victoria, cheaper and nicer.

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Buick LeSabre Custom

Written by: NuRsE on 06/15/2004

Vehicle

2004 Buick LeSabre Custom 4dr Sedan (3.8L 6cyl 4A)

Review

I've just bought the car two weeks ago. It provides a very soft ride -- almost feels as though it "floats." It is very agile; and, one has to pay attention to the speedometer -- I found myself going 70 mph on the entrance ramp (uphill) to the Interstate! I am very pleased with the gas mileage, considering it' size.

Favorite Features

Radio controls/cruise control on steering wheel. Everything is within easy reach. Excellent power! Styling is sedate. Trunk release very conveniently placed, and,lockable. Trunk-very large with an emergency release ("glow-in-the dark" type). The interior is very roomy.

Suggested Improvements

Since the headlamps contain placement for cornering lamps, I feel that this should be included in the Custom version -- (it's standard on the Limited).

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Major engine problems

Written by: rahni on 06/12/2004

Vehicle

2004 Buick LeSabre Limited 4dr Sedan (3.8L 6cyl 4A)

Review

LeSabre's 2000-2004 are made with a phenolic resin intake maniford that warps and leaks antifreeze into the engine's cylinders - basically blowing superheated steam into the combustion chambers. The factory-recall fix (put locktight on 3 bolts) doesn't work. According to a factory trained mechanic, many engines have had to be replaced because of this cheap construction. Also, "permanently lubricated" tie-rods wear prematurely and have to be replaced at low milage. Plastic window grips on electric windows break easily.

Favorite Features

Battery under the back seat saves it from engine heat.

Suggested Improvements

Aluminum or magnesium intake manifolds.

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2004 lesabre

Written by: tet on 06/05/2004

Vehicle

2004 Buick LeSabre Limited 4dr Sedan (3.8L 6cyl 4A)

Review

this is your poor mans cadilac

Favorite Features

ride, comfort, and responsive

Suggested Improvements

color selection and thicker paint, fold down rear seats (pass though)

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Not an old person's car!

Written by: Redwood Falls, MN on 06/04/2004

Vehicle

2004 Buick LeSabre Custom 4dr Sedan (3.8L 6cyl 4A)

Review

I traded in a 2002 LT TrailBlazer 4x4 which was hard on gas and had various problems. My Buick was excellent in our Minnesota winters-never got stuck once with outstanding handling on snowy/slippery roads. Dealer found the exact car I wanted with side air bags. My LeSabre has the early production fabric seats that are much richer looking than the current fabrics offered. I would buy another Buick.

Favorite Features

Fuel economy-28.8 MPG with 5 passengers and a full trunk-and IT IS NOT YET BROKEN IN! Excellent hauling capacity with wide opening rear doors- not a SUV, but close. Comfort, proformance and build quality exceeded my expectations.

Suggested Improvements

It does not have head turning style. A fold down rear seat would add a lot of versatility. More youthful colors- like a salsa red without having to pay a $750 premium.

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a great buick

Written by: Bob Mount on 05/22/2004

Vehicle

2004 Buick LeSabre Limited 4dr Sedan (3.8L 6cyl 4A)

Review

A very nice comfortable car. I have had the vehicle for over 6,000 miles now and have had no difficulty of any kind. The only thing I would have preferred would be a cloth interior. I have ON- STAR and the voice recognition needs attention. It was good, they worked on it and it became bad and they worked on it somemore and now it is fair. My driving is mostly 10 miles to town then around town. I get 23 MPG.

Favorite Features

Turn signals in the side mirrors, memory seat package, stabilitrack- chassis control system, eyecue heads up display, auto air conditioning, auto dimming rearview mirror, remote keyless entry, driver information center

Suggested Improvements

Offer a cloth interior or make both heated and cooled seat standard.

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Buick quality

Written by: RL Brodie on 05/19/2004

Vehicle

2004 Buick LeSabre Custom 4dr Sedan (3.8L 6cyl 4A)

Review

Preobably the best auto that I have ever owned. I average 32 miles to the gallon on the freeway and about 24 in town. I have had only two minor warrenty problems. A loose trim piece and a defective cruse button. This is only the second Buick that I have owned.

Favorite Features

I like the confort and responsiveness. It performs well for a large car.

Suggested Improvements

none

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la sabre driver

Written by: buick lass on 05/15/2004

Vehicle

2004 Buick LeSabre Custom 4dr Sedan (3.8L 6cyl 4A)

Review

This is a comfortable and easy handling car. It replaced an Acord and a Civic. We love the gas mileage and the quiet on the road compared to those two Hondas. It is really luxury compared to the Hondas.

Favorite Features

The interior. Very luxurious and comfortable and quiet.

Suggested Improvements

More space for CDs and tapes inside.

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2004 Celebration

Written by: linebender on 05/14/2004

Vehicle

2004 Buick LeSabre Limited 4dr Sedan (3.8L 6cyl 4A)

Review

We love our Lesabre. but early on we have had the transmission repaired to correct failed parts in the drive hub as well as a complete replacement of the rack and pinion assembly because of internal leaks.(still having some minor problems on that) also have had extensive trouble with the controls for the hvac system. replaced 2 outside temp sensors and the main control unit. not too happy with the way the auto a/c control operates. the fan always seems to be in mid-speed mode. and never goes to slow speed. G.M. says it's working as designed. I disagree, but can't get any co-operation from G.M. to discuss the problem.

Favorite Features

Styling,exterior instruments/heads up display Individual memory settings for seats, mirrors,a/c & radio Onstar Celebration package

Suggested Improvements

MAKE THE AUTOMATIC A/C SYSTEM TRULY AUTOMATIC. IT SHOULD BE A SET AND FORGET OPERATION LIKE OTHER G.M. CARS BOTH RECENT AND EARLIER.

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buick la sabra

Written by: john ortoleva on 05/09/2004

Vehicle

2004 Buick LeSabre Custom 4dr Sedan (3.8L 6cyl 4A)

Review

enjoy driving it handles good comfort is great power is sufficient

Favorite Features

comfortable large heavy

Suggested Improvements

fuel economy

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