Used 2008 Buick Enclave CXL 4dr SUV AWD (3.6L 6cyl 6A) Consumer Reviews
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Stay away from the 2008 Enclave,Traverse,Acadia
fr8bil, Ozark, MO, 02/19/2012
Buick Enclave CXL 4dr SUV AWD (3.6L 6cyl 6A)
151 of 156 people found this review helpful
In '08 models of the GM vehicles sharing the "Lambda" platform including Enclave, Traverse and Acadia, GM built the V-6 using a defective timing chain. These chains are prone to stretching which throws a trouble code 1st or causes major engine damage. GM/Buick's solution is to re-program the on-board oil life monitor to advise owners to change oil more frequently which will not fix anything. If the vehicle is still under warranty when the chains stretch, they will be replaced with completely different part numbers. If not under warranty you are screwed for about a $4-$5K repair. GM refuses to do a recall and there should be a class action pn this issue. Cargo door latch, steering squeaks
so far so good...
dpgull, Brooklyn, NY, 03/23/2013
updated 03/23/2016
Buick Enclave CXL 4dr SUV AWD (3.6L 6cyl 6A)
21 of 22 people found this review helpful
well dispite all the horror stories I read about a few major issues, I decided to take the plunge and buy a very well equipped 2008 CXL (everything but the folding mirrors, 110volt outlet and articulating headlights). It was a 1 owner car that was dealer maintained and I had access to all the service records. It seems the original owner had already addressed the steering (full replacement) and strut issue, and at 80,000 miles it runs tighter and quieter than the Mercedes M Class it replaced. Also I got an excellent price for the car well below book value. I did purchase a 3/36,000 extended warranty through my credit union which covers all major component, so if that wave plate goes... Update- I owned this car for 30 months, and put on 40,000 miles, besides normal maintenance the only 2 issues I had (throttle body and rear lift gate struts) were covered under recalls. The cost of ownership was incredibly good. I loved the car so much I bought a new 2015
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Great car but....
Jack, Little Suamico, WI, 04/24/2018
Buick Enclave CXL 4dr SUV AWD (3.6L 6cyl 6A)
16 of 17 people found this review helpful
My Buick had a very quiet comfortable ride. Lots of cargo space. Handled well in all conditions due to the all-wheel drive. My only complaint was the car started breaking down after 6 or 7 years. Lots of expensive repairs. Purchased new in 2008.
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Trying to be loyal
manymiles, Chantilly, VA, 12/28/2010
Buick Enclave CXL 4dr SUV AWD (3.6L 6cyl 6A)
9 of 9 people found this review helpful
Come on GM, where is the quality? We have 48,000 miles on our Enclave. In the last four months we have replaced the rear HVAC unit, steering speed sensor, water pump, rewired the trailer harness (incorrect from factory), replaced a screw that was loose from the air box and rattling (very annoying), and now a tpms is faulty causing a low tire every morning! Trying hard to remain a GM fan but these problems are making it difficult. If we travel very far these days we always take our Acura, VERY DEPENDABLE!!!
Buick Enclave 2008 is a must return
PforPaul, Durham, NC, 08/31/2018
Buick Enclave CXL 4dr SUV AWD (3.6L 6cyl 6A)
13 of 14 people found this review helpful
The 3.6V engine 1st series Buick Enclave/Lacrosse is not worth the time or money. This car looks great and handles great unlit you pull it off the lot. After about 6 months of having the car the traction control light came on in the vehicles dash board. I'm thinking this would be an easy fix but it wasn't, come to find out that this code was for the removal/replacement of the timing chain in the car. A 4,500 job at the Buick Dealership. Okay in my head I'm thinking just bought this car out right and for a pretty good price so I fixed the car. About 8 months later the the transmission went out and this was not my fault because I take care of my cars. I also have a 87 Jeep Chrokee that is still kicking till this day. The job was about 2,100 for the rebuild on the transmission. Drove the car appropriately 1yr after the transmission repair and the traction control light came back on. Took the car to the Dealership and come to find out it's the timing chain again and this time because I'm outside of the warranty the charge would be about 4,500 again. The engine and the transmission in this car has a hard time communicating...and it's in the same vehicle. This car is trash if you're thinking of getting 2008-2016 DON'T GET IT. Get a more reliable care for your family. The 3.6V is better now but it still sucks. I'm not sure why GMC has not did a recall on these cars or some type of Buy Back Program to purchase a new or different car. Moral of the story: this car will drain your pockets and is very time consuming and not worth the hassle. BUY SOMETHING ELSE!!!!!!!!!!! Unless you like wasting money.
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