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Used 2008 Buick Enclave Consumer Reviews

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5 out of 5 stars

Great crossover!

Matt Kahn, 04/24/2008
2008 Buick Enclave CXL 4dr SUV (3.6L 6cyl 6A)
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This is the best crossover out in the market. We looked at every one and found the Buick was the best priced and had the most options standard. Our Buick has every option available. With GM's OnStar you can do without the navigation. I will only buy cars that have OnStar. Hopefully this will be the start of good things to come from GM.

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3.88 out of 5 stars

Faulty Transmission

Frustrated Owner TX, 08/28/2008
2008 Buick Enclave CXL 4dr SUV (3.6L 6cyl 6A)
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Bought the Enlcave as it was half the price of the Lexus and MB. After 15,000 miles, the transmission has gone out! The stabilitrac and ABS are creating problems. The exterior "chrome" around the rear lights is coming off. The A/C temp button coloring is wearing off. Extremely frustrated.

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3.88 out of 5 stars

Leaky Sunroof/Roof

Culpster, 03/04/2009
2008 Buick Enclave CXL 4dr SUV AWD (3.6L 6cyl 6A)
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We have a 2008 Enclave, and where as I love the basics of the car - the sunroof leaks terribly. I have taken it in three times, every time they say it is fixed and it is not. We live in Oregon, and rain happens a lot here, and this issue is really frustrating. I don't care that it is under warranty - it is a huge inconvenience and frustrations. I would not recommend buying one with a sunroof because I have now read on-line that a lot of people have the same problem. So if you want a nice car with no sunroof, I would recommend it - but with a sunroof I would not.

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4.63 out of 5 stars

2008 enclave

7scp, 04/25/2008
2008 Buick Enclave CXL 4dr SUV AWD (3.6L 6cyl 6A)
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A very quiet ride. Plenty of room to for car pooling, kids and backpacks. Beautiful interior and love the shape of the exterior. Able to accomodate a 6'1" man and a 5 foot woman comfortably in the drivers seat. Not especially thrilled about how high the side view mirrors are located, hard to see around them when your shorter.

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5 out of 5 stars

Your friends will be envious!

CarNut, 04/27/2008
2008 Buick Enclave CXL 4dr SUV AWD (3.6L 6cyl 6A)
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My wife wanted to upgrade for a more luxurious ride and wanted to look at the Buick. I thougt she was crazy or having disillusions. Boy was she right and I was wrong. The car blows Infiniti, Lincoln, and Lexus away (Europeans are too much money for what you get). Not sure why people knock the interior quality, its as nice as anything out there and better layout. It drives like a car and luxuries are there to make you feel like you're escaping the world. Ultra silent ride, smooth, and handles very well (remember, it's not a sports car). All in all, a must drive.

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5 out of 5 stars

The awesomest car

Lauren Ravds, 05/06/2008
2008 Buick Enclave CXL 4dr SUV AWD (3.6L 6cyl 6A)
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It is the best car yet. All of my family can fit in it. It is great to have 3 row seats for more foot space. It is great that it has such good handling and the backing up beep and meter is great. I love Enclaves!

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3.13 out of 5 stars

Leaky Enclave

Micki Clevenger, 02/09/2008
2008 Buick Enclave CXL 4dr SUV (3.6L 6cyl 6A)
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Looks good and feels good. The bells and whistles could be better quality. Not enough power. Transmission seems to have problems finding gears. My check engine light has come on 3 times. Most frustrating is the car leaks when it rains! the car is now rusting inside from it. the car has been in for service 3 times and they still have not fixed it right.

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4.88 out of 5 stars

Elegant car

Julie, 05/12/2008
2008 Buick Enclave CXL 4dr SUV AWD (3.6L 6cyl 6A)
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We finally upgraded and graduated out of our beloved family Honda mini van. I feel like I have finally grown up and have something just for me. The Enclave is quiet and smooth driving. ours is fully loaded and it will take a while to learn all of the bells and whistles, but our decision to buy this hard-to- find Buick was a good one! We looked at the Lexus, but the Enclave rated much better for emissions. I love this car!

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4.88 out of 5 stars

Wonderful Car

atm, 03/28/2009
2008 Buick Enclave CXL 4dr SUV AWD (3.6L 6cyl 6A)
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I received this as a Christmas present from my husband in 2007. It is my favorite car ever. My college age children did not like my mini-van and urged me to get a SUV. But, this is so much better than an ordinary SUV. It's a luxury car with SUV features. I have driven from Pennsylvania to Texas twice and love the GPS system and XM radio and the room. I just read where Buick has the best rating for service and I believe it. I would recommend this car to anyone. My children, who are 24 and 21 both have borrowed my car for road trips. It's not just an "old" person's car. They love it, too.

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4.88 out of 5 stars

Enclave

mary, 02/10/2008
2008 Buick Enclave CXL 4dr SUV AWD (3.6L 6cyl 6A)
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I love my Enclave! It rides so smooth, handling great in the snow. I was hopeing for a little better gas milage, averages 16/17, 20max on highway. The interior is sharp w/wood grain and leather seats. I did get the DVD/Nav combo and use the Navigation daily w/my job. This vehicle is very roomy, I have space in the back to store items and also seating for 7. Do wish the 2nd row of seats could be adjusted front and back to give the back seat passangers more leg room if needed.

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