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Don't buy one!
hedgeman1, 08/11/2010
2002 Buick Century Custom 4dr Sedan (3.1L 6cyl 4A)
13 of 16 people found this review helpful
Every time I breathe this car breaks down. First manifold gaskets, then wheel speed sensor, then speed sensor harness, then a/c goes out then other wheel speed harness, then I have dash lights coming on like a Christmas tree on the dash! Check engine light, service engine light, abs light, traction control light! Digital odometer quit working, gear indicator no longer visible! Its one thing after another! Never ever will buy another one of these! If spent more in repairs in last 3 years then I spent for car!
Cheap Always Means "Cheap"!
Roborob, 12/11/2009
2002 Buick Century Custom 4dr Sedan (3.1L 6cyl 4A)
7 of 8 people found this review helpful
We've tried to drive this car for two years, but I've already spent almost $1,000 in brake work, and now the famous intake gasket is screwing me out of decent trade-in value by leaking water out the tail pipe. This is a hidden leak that some drivers may not be aware of. Check all your fluids regularly. The 3.1 engine is nothing like the two previous Pontiacs we've owned, which gave no trouble at all. It does get the same excellent 27 mpg, though. Save your gas money and buy an import that will last. GM should go out of business.
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Hank the Tank
A Gsell, 02/21/2019
2002 Buick Century Limited 4dr Sedan (3.1L 6cyl 4A)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
bought my buick from an older couple about 2 years ago with 120,000 miles on it for $800... this would be my third car since i started driving. BEST USED CAR IVE EVER BOUGHT. It definitely has its moments, but its been there for me more than it hasn't...No major repairs on it so far.. I hit a deer head on going 45 mph and it didn't even leave a scratch! I was also involved in a head on collision (that wasn't my fault) going 25 mph... still NOTHING! cant say the same for the other driver! Best $800 i've ever spent!
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Not just a retiree's car
Ed Keck, 12/17/2004
2002 Buick Century Custom 4dr Sedan (3.1L 6cyl 4A)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
I bought this Buick as I needed a quick replacement for another car. A local dealer found this car with 86K at a very reasonable price. Must have been a salesman's car. Minus a new starter and a gasket seal replacement this car has been a pleasant surprise. I would have NEVER considered driving this car previously, but my circumstances dictated a low cost replacement. The car obtains excellent mileage and is very comfortable to drive. (Even handles fairly well!) The sound system is superb with the concert sound speakers. Steering wheel radio controls are a nice feature too! For the money, insurance cost and room this car fits the bill. I may actually keep this car longer than I planned!
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amac, 10/27/2008
2002 Buick Century Custom 4dr Sedan (3.1L 6cyl 4A)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
We have had our Century for 4.5 years and for the most part we have been very happy. I am considering selling it now (almost 100k) and my wife does not want to sell it. We have had a warranty since we bought it and have gotten our money our of it. Mainly electric seat and power window. There was also gaskets, something with rear brake, and catalatic converter. The confort and ease of driving is definitely something that we will miss. It is nice that you can for a short distance fit 7 people (well mostly children). We have averaged about 27 mpg and I do not consider that bad for that car.