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The Rise and Fall of an Automotive Giant - GM
Written by: sgtdevlinusmc on May 6, 2009 3:30:39 PM
Well, here I sit boken hearted. I have just been asked to leave my dealer's service area by the owner of the dealership because I was "haranguing" his employees. What I was doing was asking for them to fix the vibration in my car - a 2007 Buick Lucerne CXS, no more and no less. Well, evidently I was way out of bounds with my request which was for them to ... Read More
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Re: 2009 Buick Lucerne [sgtdevlinusmc]
Written by: plekto on May 1, 2009 10:15:04 PM
I didn't notice a problem. It vibrates that way because it's a V8 and probably needs a less restrictive exhaust. I don't drive at 1500rpm, ever, though. That's lugging the engine and isn't good for it.
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Re: 2009 Buick Lucerne [jimmy53]
Written by: sgtdevlinusmc on May 1, 2009 7:53:59 PM
Jimmy you have been had just as I was. I bought an 07 Lucerne CXS (a demo) with 6000 miles on it. From the get go I noticed a vibrating/rumble at various speeds. I took it back to the dealer around 8 or 9 times. They rotated and balanced the wheels; didn't help. Took it back again and they did the same thing again; same result. Took it back again and ... Read More
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2009 Buick Lucerne
Written by: jimmy53 on Mar 31, 2009 3:14:12 PM
I Bought a 2009 Buick Lucerne that had 7000 mi. on it after a few days I noticed a low rumble from the rear at about 58 to 65 mph and now at lower speeds. I took it back to the dealer and they put a complete new exhaust system on it. It seemed to help until I got it home. It's still there.They can't figure it out. It's more like ... Read More
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Humming from fuel pump
Written by: bajan1 on Mar 24, 2009 10:50:41 PM
After a very long drive in my 2009 Buick Lucerne, which has 10,000 miles, it had a very loud humming noise from the trunk, the source of which was later identified as the fuel pump. Two mechanics listened to the humming, which by then was much quieter since it is much reduced in city driving, but both have no previous experience with this condition. One said that the fuel pump is ... Read More
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Re: 2009 [thegraduate]
Written by: tjc78 on Oct 27, 2008 9:33:09 AM
The Buick Lucerne CX and CXL now come standard with a more powerful & efficient 3.9L, replacing the 3.8 Nope... still not what should be in the "flagship" Buick. As has been said many times... there are better choices. As for the new Max.. I didn't drive one but did check it out and sat in it. The interior is very nice, however I am not sure that it fits into ... Read More
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2009
Written by: thegraduate on Oct 27, 2008 8:58:47 AM
This forum has gotten QUIET! A few questions to bring back the conversation... Let's discuss changes available for 2009 on these vehicles. I know the Chrysler models got a bump in V8 power. What else? Has Hyundai changed the Azera at all since it came out? The Buick Lucerne CX and CXL now come standard with a more powerful & efficient 3.9L, replacing the 3.8L motor. Would that change your mind ... Read More
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Re: Kia Amanti [allmet33]
Written by: thegraduate on Jul 24, 2008 10:56:37 AM
Top 10 Losers: Non-Luxury Sedans, Wagons and Hatchbacks (Current Models) What I found appears to be the amount of "lot time" a car has, although the site wasn't clear. This is for the month of May, and looks bad for the Ford twins as well as the Kia. 2008 Mercury Grand Marquis: 223 days 2008 Ford Taurus: 120 days 2008 Mercury Sable: 119 days 2008 Kia Amanti: 117 days 2008 Dodge ... Read More
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Best at: ? Worst at: ?
Written by: thegraduate on Jul 3, 2008 10:04:20 AM
I'm a little bit bored today, so thought I might take a look and create a Pro/Con list for the competitors here. Feel free to comment; I'm just trying to create conversation. :) I'm singling out the most obvious pros/cons Buick Lucerne V6 Pro: Classy Styling Con: Power/Economy (Soon to be helped with the 3.9L), Languid Handling Buick Lucerne V8 Pro: Classy Styling, V8 available at Toyota V6 price (some people ... Read More
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Re: 2009 Lucerne [kdshapiro]
Written by: plekto on Jun 6, 2008 3:13:23 PM
Try $1200 or less to replace a 4 speed transmission in a Buick(or other GM with one). Yes, the new GM 5-6 speed models are also similarly pricey, so the smart money is on the older 4 speed design. That's some serious money saved, and last I checked, they are very reliable as all of the bugs have been worked out. It's not a fun car. But it's virtually as reliable ... Read More
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Re: 2009 Lucerne [plekto]
Written by: kdshapiro on Jun 6, 2008 12:15:56 PM
There is no difference between under $3500 and $3500 to $4000. For the additional $1K potential tranny cost in the event of a catastrophic failure in 10 year I'd rather be driving a BMW than a Buick.
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Re: 2009 Lucerne [drwilsc]
Written by: tjc78 on Jun 5, 2008 7:27:16 PM
IMO its not that big of an improvement. The MPG should be similar, (using the Impala's #s) however the highway # comes with the use of cylinder deactivation. The 3.9 is also a dated OHV design, at least it has VVT. Like joe97 said GMs 3.6 is the better option here, however, I read somewhere that the 3.6 is not setup to be installed where the Lucerne is being built. IMO ... Read More
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2009 Lucerne
Written by: drwilsc on Jun 5, 2008 2:20:02 PM
Evidently Buick is dropping the 3.8 liter engine in favor of the 3.9 liter as the base V6 engine for the 2009 Lucerne. Any comments? Does this make the V6 Lucerne a more viable option, with the roughly 30 hp improvement over the 3.8?
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Re: 2009 Maxima [alexstore]
Written by: captain2 on Mar 24, 2008 6:28:03 AM
neither G8 or Genesys are included here for discussion by our hosts. Alexstore - think there are some limits on the no. of cars that can be shown to be part of the group. The G8 was specifically included, and later removed - I guess becuase it wasn't available yet. That is no longer the case - there would seem to be no reason that the G8 shouldn't be fair game ... Read More
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Re: 2009 maxima [captain2]
Written by: louiswei on Feb 22, 2008 11:11:18 AM
Ah, I know which one you were talking about, it's the Chinese Buick LaCrosse, not Lucerne. The new Chinese Buick Park Avenue is the rebadged Holden Commodore. Actually currently Buick is (guys, if you are holding a cup of coffee in your hand right now, put it down...) the number one selling import brand in the Chinese market. Chinese Buick Park Avenue: Chinese Buick LaCrosse:
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Re: 2009 maxima [captain2]
Written by: tjc78 on Feb 22, 2008 9:06:26 AM
"If you think about it - what 'American' brand symbolizes quality - Cadillac,Lincoln/Mercury, Buick (?) " Lincoln and Mercury are near death. At least Buick and Cadillac show some signs of life with the Enclave and CTS. You are right all the domestics have improved, however, they are still not able to sell without large rebates or 0% financing. The other day there was a commercial for a $3500 rebate on ... Read More
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Re: 2009 maxima [louiswei]
Written by: captain2 on Feb 22, 2008 5:46:06 AM
actually what I was thinking of is a Buick Lucerne apparently built over there - with a 4 cylinder engine! And I thought it needed some help with that vintage V6! Hasn't GM already started to open Buick plants in China and also built Lucerne/Lacrosse knockoffs in Shanghai? Think the Park Avenue is still available over there as well - that being a Holden. FWIU, Buick is THE car to own ... Read More
