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5 out of 5 stars

Century is Impressive

Jack Hawk, 10/02/2018
updated 10/12/2021
2005 Buick Century Standard 4dr Sedan (3.1L 6cyl 4A)
22 of 22 people found this review helpful

I have owned several Buicks since my days as a Buick parts manager in New Jersey in the mid-80s, and honestly have had a long love affair with the brand---my all-time favourite car is the 1959 Buick Electra, and I recall Buick as the car used on the TV show Highway Patrol in the 50s. I have owned many cars in my life, but few have given me the total enjoyment I got from my Buicks. When I was younger, I had a Somerset Regal, and in the late 80s I had a LeSabre. When I bought a Century, I was impressed at the power and economy it returned. Here was a V6 that behaved like an 8 cylinder but gave me 30 MPG. The velour=like seats were like relaxing at home on your couch. Driving position and all-around visibility were great. Unfortunately, an enemy firebombed that car and I moved on to another GM vehicle, then a Honda. As I'm getting older, getting in and out of the Honda got hard, so I looked into something bigger and much to my surprise, I got the opportunity to get a Century newer than my last one. It was love at first sight as I had easy access, comfortable bench seats with arm rests front and rear, a tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power windows, mirrors, and door locks plus dual-zone adjustable A/C. The great sound system featured some new things for me as well---several bands to choose from, including weather and traffic, a CD player, and a readout that tells the song and artist now playing. This is no "barn burner", but after having a 4 cyl Honda Civic, it's satisfying to step on the gas and have this 3.1 litre V6 GO with authority. Best of all, my Century averages 30 MPG---impressive since my Civic got about 35 with a smaller engine and body. I'm very impressed, and feel like I'm driving a luxury car now/ Some added safety features door locks that actuate as you put the car in drive, headlights that turn on by themselves at dusk, remote door and trunk locks with a remote trunk opener in the glove box and key fob, and lights that stay on for about 45 seconds after you park your car and lock your doors at night. In short, this is a car that fills all my needs. Today, a year later, I finally put enough miles on it for the "change engine oil soon" light to come on. Since it took conventional oil, that was a relatively cheap service at our local Valvoline Instant Oil Change location. I still love cruising down the highway while listening to the great factory stereo that features song and artist info of the station that's tuned in. An added bonus is it still averages 26-28 MPG highway on regular unleaded...... Today (October 4, 2019), it's still giving me a pleasant driving experience, and have not had any expenses other than gas, insurance, and oil changes. It continues to be an affordable, reliable automobile that drives as well as it looks. UPDATE (8 October 2021) The ol' Century still humming along and latest fill-up revealed 30.4 MPG. You can't neat the combination of luxury, power, comfort, and gas mileage I'm getting with my Century.

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5 out of 5 stars

Better than my LaCrosse

David Cowan, 01/18/2006
2005 Buick Century Standard 4dr Sedan (3.1L 6cyl 4A)
18 of 18 people found this review helpful

I also have a LaCrosse and the Century has a smoother ride and more comfortable seats, plus much better gas mileage in the city. Do not listen to the auto experts that believe a harsh ride, stiff seats and a run through the cones is what the real world of driving is. I have 9,000 on the Century and test drove both Camry and Accord prior to purchase, both rode stiffer and were not as powerful. Plus the quality with the Buick is just as good. The six is fine and getting on ramps and passing is no problem.

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5 out of 5 stars

2005 Buick Century Special Edition

George from KC., 03/17/2008
2005 Buick Century Standard 4dr Sedan (3.1L 6cyl 4A)
15 of 15 people found this review helpful

This car has been an excellent performing car. The Special Edition Package sets it off. The leather interior, dual automatic temperature controls, and chrome wheels are great and generally found only in more expensive automobiles. Never a reliability problem. Mileage runs 23- 25 city and 30-32 highway. May not do quite that well with an ethanol mix, but still close.

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4.38 out of 5 stars

05 Century

pradley, 11/06/2012
2005 Buick Century Standard 4dr Sedan (3.1L 6cyl 4A)
22 of 24 people found this review helpful

Excellent gas mileage for large car aprox 35 Hiway US Gallon quality excellent only problem replaced Brake rotors twice but they are very inexpensive Body still looks good after 7 winters

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5 out of 5 stars

toyota to buick

John Eagle, 04/01/2010
2005 Buick Century Standard 4dr Sedan (3.1L 6cyl 4A)
25 of 31 people found this review helpful

I've owned Geo metros, Toyota corollas, and other cars. The 2005 Century I bought shocked me with 36 mpg on a 1000 mile trip. My 1999 corollas only got 38 max. I was so impressed that I bought another used Century (1999). Why buy small cars when the comfort/power/reliability of a Century gets near same mpg? My 16 yr old son didn't want me to get a "grandpa car", but he sure loves it now that it's his! Dependable, reliable, affordable but I was careful in my research and examination of used Centurys. I walked away from some "bargains" because I found rust carefully concealed or the engine/ride didn't sound/feel right. I'm going to buy one more soon!

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5 out of 5 stars

One of the most reliable cars I've owned

RJ Gargus, 03/11/2018
updated 09/27/2019
2005 Buick Century Standard 4dr Sedan (3.1L 6cyl 4A)
5 of 5 people found this review helpful

It's the last of the full-size Century, built on same chassis as the Chevrolet Impala. And, and probably the last affordable Buicks. Makes a great, comfortable 4 passenger car with great power, fuel millage for a full-size-I average around 24 in-town and close to 30 on road. Highly recommended. Now a couple of years later and this 2005 Buck Century is just as great. Higher quality new tires helped even more! I can't find a better pre-owned late model that's better yet!

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5 out of 5 stars

Best low repair/maintenance I've ever experienced

Tara, 05/18/2018
2005 Buick Century Standard 4dr Sedan (3.1L 6cyl 4A)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful

The only concern that I had with this car was the blind spot seemed more than other cars that I've driven and owned during my 56 years. Other than this, the car truly was the lowest maintenance/repair cost of any vehicle I've driven or owned to date, and I've own a few cars during my day. I give it an A++ for reliability and get up and go. I'm also a person of 5'2" and the seats were great, my back did not sit off the back of the seat as it does in most cars because the seat is usually longer than my hip to knee area which causes my back to not sit flush with the back of the seat; this can cause great discomfort and lower back pain. I had no such problem with this car while all of my taller friends never complained once about being uncomfortable so that is a win/win for tall and short drivers and passengers!! This quality is a big one in my book. No complaints and lots of compliments go to the 2005 Buick Century! Really a great car, great A/C and great stereo as well, the other big factors as far as my likes are concerned.

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5 out of 5 stars

Thrilled with our Purchase of a 21 Yr. Old Century

140Vair, 12/19/2019
2005 Buick Century Standard 4dr Sedan (3.1L 6cyl 4A)
5 of 6 people found this review helpful

We needed an inexpensive "second" car for a daily commuter that we could pay cash for. We found a 1999 Buick Century Limited with only 76,500 miles on it. The low mileage is what sold me the most initially. Averaging around 25k miles a year on a vehicle, I figured there should be 3 years of life left in it until I retire. At first, I joked with everyone that it was my Senior-Mobile. However, after my first 200 miles with it, I have a whole new respect for this underrated vehicle! This car runs and drives very smoothly. No wonder why seniors bought a bunch of these cars. It's comfortable, roomy, smooth and pretty easy on gas for a larger vehicle. It's not a hot rod, but that's okay. I didn't purchase this vehicle to impress anyone with looks & performance. I experience a combined city/freeway mileage of 24 MPG. For daily commuting, that impresses me more than feeding extra ponies all the time. With 3 months and 6000 miles under my belt with this Century, we may be considering a newer Buick in the future.

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3.38 out of 5 stars

Exceeded my expectations

Alan1, 09/17/2004
2005 Buick Century Standard 4dr Sedan (3.1L 6cyl 4A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful

Well, I had reserved a compact car to drive to Yellowstone from Saltlake city, but they ran out and gave me this Buick to my big innitial disappointment. I wanted a small gas efficient car for my trip. My best friend got a Ford Focus at the same time. Well, we took out the cars and hit the road at night, inside the Buick looked almost exactly like my Dad's old 1984 Cutlas Supreme. The ride was cushy, very quiet and the car felt somewhat underpowered. We drove 150 miles, and the next morning we pulled up to a gas station. To my utter surprise, the Century needed 2 dollars less than the Focus to refill the tank.

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5 out of 5 stars

Excellent Quality & Reliable Buick

laban1719, 01/07/2006
2005 Buick Century Standard 4dr Sedan (3.1L 6cyl 4A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful

I drive this car to work and feel confident in its reliability and safety. It has been an excellent value and rides smoothly with quick acceleration. Way to go GM! I recommend this car to everyone looking for a dependable and affordable used car.

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