1992 Buick Regal Consumer Reviews

My first love.

Written by: MERKURxr4i on 04/21/2004

Vehicle

1992 Buick Regal 4 Dr Gran Sport Sedan

Review

How many 20 year old males do you know, that are dying to own a Buick Regal Gran Sport? This was me, every day, asking my neighbor lady to sell me her car. One day she came home with a new car, & told me where I could find her 92 Regal. For 5K I drove home in my very first car. I've had that Buick for almost 4 years now, and the only complaint I have is the brakes. All 4 calipers, rotors, lines, & the booster have been replaced. The brake pads wear out every year just like clockwork. No matter what, the brakes always feel weak. Other than brakes & routine mantainence, I've had no major problems with the car. 126K & still running like a top.

Favorite Features

*Don't laugh, but it's the windshield wipers that go opposite directions. They remind me of old cars from the 50's. Too bad GM doesn't do this on the new Regal. I love driving this car in the rain! *I'm convinced that the 3800 V6 is one of the best engines GM has ever made!

Suggested Improvements

*Brake system needs serious help. *Larger gauges *"pump-set" parking brake is stupid *oil filter is a pain to change

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not bad for a granny car

Written by: David Jones on 07/07/2003

Vehicle

1992 Buick Regal 4 Dr Gran Sport Sedan

Review

ive been driving this car since 5/03 has 137k mi. but still feels tight and generally drives like new. brakes just got done and stop well though take some warm up time 3.8 has good torque off the line. steering is tight esp. for a buick and the suspension though somewhat harsh in town has plenty of travel and smooths out on hgwy. a good solid car with a great engine and wont make you feel like youve come right out of the retirement community (i'm 20)

Favorite Features

3.8L torque, 16" rims, interior materials wear well

Suggested Improvements

cheesy fake wood inside, cheap leather, paint discoloration, tranny upshifts too soon, too hesitant to downshift

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After the ninth year

Written by: mace on 12/11/2002

Vehicle

1992 Buick Regal 4 Dr Gran Sport Sedan

Review

The first ten years I had no problems except for the poor paint job. At the middle of year ten, I had to buy 3 alternators, and now the transmission is gone out. the electric antennae has been replaced 3 times and still does not work. My 2 wireless entry work but cannot fit a keychain. Dealer service poor in FL and NC. Spent $1500 and car returned in worst shape.

Favorite Features

power, appearance, longevity

Suggested Improvements

Brakes, rotors transmission, warranty and wireless entry connectors strenthened or more reasonable to replace holders so it can be fit to keychain

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Good quality car

Written by: DMK ai3 on 09/02/2002

Vehicle

1992 Buick Regal 4 Dr Custom Sedan

Review

Great car, very reliable, decent gas mileage for a V6, however, its a weak V6 at only 140 hp. ABS is good, my AC is broken though. The sound system is actually really good even though it doesn't have a tape or CD player. Very comfortable, exterior design is not very stylish.

Favorite Features

the sound system, the ABS, gas mileage

Suggested Improvements

make the V6 more powerful

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Super Car!

Written by: Silazius on 08/28/2002

Vehicle

1992 Buick Regal 4 Dr Limited Sedan

Review

Very reliable for its age. Interior fit and finish pretty good. Exterior fit and finish excellent. A little sloppy under hard handling. Trunk space reduced by trunk lid hinges, but otherwise spacious trunk.

Favorite Features

190 hp. Comfort. Reliability.

Suggested Improvements

New trunk lid hinges. A little tighter suspension.

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Nice Car!

Written by: Bill Relaxing on 06/27/2002

Vehicle

1992 Buick Regal 2 Dr Custom Coupe

Review

Hello, I glad I made a wise decision on purchasing this car. I Had no major problems with this vehicle. It'll take me where i want to go, whatever i abuse it or not. I'm planning on keep this baby until she's dies ... (the motor). You know what i talking about. So this would be a good car for a starter who's on a tight bugdet, it provides the best relabitiy ever. However, keep in mind, the repairs toward the car can be expensive. Good Luck, if u planning on getting one of these puppies!

Favorite Features

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1992 buick regal gs

Written by: fkcz on 06/23/2002

Vehicle

1992 Buick Regal 4 Dr Gran Sport Sedan

Review

Bought new 1992,overall good car,comfortable on long trips.I have had several maint.issues, but it has never stranded me.I have replaced alternator twice, front brake pads 4 times,front rotors once, water pump once.All the rest was normal main.,tires,battery

Favorite Features

killer a/c even at 100 plus outside temp.

Suggested Improvements

autotrans reluctant to shift down out of o.d.with slight throttle must press hard,then shifts abruptly but only at lower speeds 45-50/60 at higher speeds it's OK

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Fun to own and drive

Written by: Joseph Weglarz on 02/26/2002

Vehicle

1992 Buick Regal 2 Dr Gran Sport Coupe

Review

Provide quick response and handling. Turn radius is wide and must be planned. ABS excellent. Leather seat not best choise in florida sun crack care for regular Carpets showroom appearance despite 14K oginal tires poor in snow. tended to break loose. Goodyear. Pleasent to own and drive. Four wheel disc brakes excellent. Original calipers in rear froze require early replacement. After market cured problem. Trunk spacious, Original AC ice producing - really~!

Favorite Features

handling and breaking

Suggested Improvements

Increase wheel well to take full size spare tire. cargo tie down should be std not an option.

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