1997 Buick Century Overview
Edmunds experts have compiled a robust series of ratings and reviews for the 1997 Buick Century and all model years in our database. Our rich content includes expert reviews and recommendations for the 1997 Century featuring deep dives into trim levels and features, performance, mpg, safety, interior, and driving. Edmunds also offers expert ratings, road test and performance data, long-term road tests, first-drive reviews, video reviews and more.
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Consumer ratings and reviews are also available for the 1997 Buick Century and all its trim types. Overall, Edmunds users rate the 1997 Century 4.5 on a scale of 1 to 5 stars. Edmunds consumer reviews allow users to sift through aggregated consumer reviews to understand what other drivers are saying about any vehicle in our database. Detailed rating breakdowns (including performance, comfort, value, interior, exterior design, build quality, and reliability) are available as well to provide shoppers with a comprehensive understanding of why customers like the 1997 Century.
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Quiet and comfortable, we bought this car used and have been happy ever since. Replacing factory tires with Goodyear Regatta-2 improved handling and ride beyond belief. Great family car, reliable and inexpensive to operate.
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Available Buick Century 1997 Submodel Types: Sedan
Available Trims: Custom, Limited, Standard, Base
Exterior Colors: Light Sandrift Metallic, Graphite Metallic, Cashmere Metallic, Sterling Silver Metallic, Platinum Gray Metallic, Bordeaux Red Pearl, Jasper Green Pearl, White, Bright White, Cardinal Red Metallic, Dark Bronzemist Metallic, Jasper Green, Augusta Green Metallic, Bright Red, Bright White Diamond, Glacier Blue Metallic, Jasper Green Metallic, White Opal
Interior Colors: Taupe, Medium Gray, Graphite, Gray
Popular Features: Multi-Zone Climate Control, Rear Bench Seats, Power Driver Seat, Alarm, Audio and cruise controls on steering wheel, Electronic Folding Mirrors, Tire Pressure Warning, Leather Seats, Auto Climate Control, Fold Flat Rear Seats, Sunroof/Moonroof
Engine/Mechanics: 6 cylinders
Transmission: AUTOMATIC
Fuel Types: regular unleaded
Drivetrains: front wheel drive
