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1994 Buick LeSabre Expert
Babe, 09/11/2015
1994 Buick LeSabre Custom 4dr Sedan
21 of 22 people found this review helpful
This may sound bold; however, I consider myself an expert on the 1994 Buick LeSabre, please let me explain. I purchased my 1994 LeSabre Custom, BRAND NEW, back in October, 1994. I live in a suburb of Chicago and this is where my LeSabre has resided, it's entire life. The car has always been adult driven, never abused and kept in the garage for the first 10 years of its life. It is September of 2015 and the car currently has 160,000 miles. Engine: The 3.8L (or 3800) is arguably the best engine that G.M. has every produced. As far as my Buick is concerned, the engine was trouble free up to 126,000 miles until it developed a few issues. These included, several things failing at approximately the same time including: Crack Position Sensor failing, brake lines rusting away, alternator malfunction and lower intake manifold gasket failure. Being a pretty good backyard mechanic, I was able to repair all of these by myself. Transmission: Absolutely trouble free. However, I did have the transmission fluid changed every 25k miles. Interior: My car's seats are still in excellent condition. The center console's lock broke and the hinge failed. I did not fix this. The headliner's glue failed and it sagged badly. To fix this I purchased a replacement headliner on eBay for $40 and two cans of spray adhesive for $20. The headliner looks brand new again. The carpeting is still in fairly good condition with me cleaning it regularly. Body: This is the where the problems exist. The rocker panels rusted out. I purchased new rocker panels on eBay for $25/ea., removed the old, rusted one and welded on the new ones. They once again look like new. The subframe is prone to failure. I base this comment on much research on the internet. My car was Ziebarted and I believe this saved my car's subframe. However, my subframe bolts were still impacted with them rusting and one snapping off in the unibody. Bis PITA to get it out! After I did get the broken bolt out, I replaced all of the bushings and bolts. Suspension: I recently replaced the front tie rods, the rear toe links, the front and rear ball joints, the front sway bar links and the bellows boots (which protect the inner tie rods and steering rack). Finally, despite this car having a few issues over the years, I still think this is one of the best cars I have ever owned. I recently gave it to my son, who drove it to college, where it is now.
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IM LOVING IT
brandon 25, 09/11/2009
1994 Buick LeSabre Custom 4dr Sedan
12 of 13 people found this review helpful
I bought this car for one thousand dollars I've had it of nine months no problem at all I gotta say one of the best cars I've ever driven I wish I would of knew how good this car was before I bought my Ford in 2005 I never would of bought it. Driving my Buick is like driving on clouds.
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Fred Salmon, 06/17/2010
1994 Buick LeSabre Limited 4dr Sedan
9 of 11 people found this review helpful
Just to let you know that my 1994 Buick limited 3.8 Liter has always got around 30-34 MPG since I owed her. She has over 190,000 miles on her now and going strong. Somebody is blowing smoke telling you that you only get 20 MPG.
excellent car
Eitan , 04/25/2002
1994 Buick LeSabre Custom 4dr Sedan
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
reliable powerful comfortable car.
Nice Car
ACR, 12/12/2002
1994 Buick LeSabre Custom 4dr Sedan
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
I did buy the Buick Used and I will have to say that this was one of the best used cars that I have ever owned. The car itself has been only fun to drive. My wife and I love taking road trips. We put most of the miles the care has on it on the highway and it is the smothest car I have ever driven on the highways
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rbrtfav, 04/28/2002
1994 Buick LeSabre Custom 4dr Sedan
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
This vehicle has been almost trouble free. It uses no oil, has a good set of tires on it, and gets between 27 to 30 miles per galon on the road. I have maintained it according to the recommended procedure.
All around good car
Matthew Spring, 11/01/2002
1994 Buick LeSabre Custom 4dr Sedan
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
This vehicle has been great. I only had one problem with the passenger side motor, for the window. Other than that,a great car, with just enough power.
Comfortable and pretty dependable
Teenager Tom, 07/28/2003
1994 Buick LeSabre Limited 4dr Sedan
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I bought my LeSabre for $1200 with about 139k on it. It had had 4 previous owners, including a rental- car place, but was relatively well taken care of. Although my friend's cars were sportier looking, everyone loved the comfort and space it offered. I put about $300 worth of work into it (fuel pump, ABS) over the next 15,000 miles. At that point the sub-frame broke off of the mainframe and dropped the transmission, steering, exhaust, etc.; but up until then it was fine. If you're driving during the winter on salted roads, I'd recommend getting the undercarriage washed out regularly (I didn't) to prevent this.
Not to happy
car guy, 09/24/2003
1994 Buick LeSabre Custom 4dr Sedan
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Bought this car with 112000 moiles on it it was a one owner with all service records. But it has been nothing but trouble since i owned it first the crankshaft sencer went bad then the fuel pump 500 for that. paint is starting to go bad now there is engine problem with it and the dealer doesn't know whats wrong with it . Will i buy another one . No
Best Car I ever had
TerryK, 11/03/2004
1994 Buick LeSabre Limited 4dr Sedan
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Sure, the Lesabre may not be the coolest car or the sportiest, but it has never let me down. The ride is unbelievably comfortable, the seats in these older cars are much more comfortable than Buicks new seats. The 3800 engines are bulletproof, and is probaly the main reason I had went with this car, owning several other GM 3800's.
Survived a tornado
fireman mike, 11/17/2004
1994 Buick LeSabre Custom 4dr Sedan
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Purchased in March of '03 from a private party with 35,000 miles on it. It now has 65,000 on it. With a family of 5, we purchased this to run our errands and into school (live on a acreage) and to keep miles off our SUV. Having put over 30,000 miles on it in a year and a half, I would rate this car as very dependable and economical. Quiet ride with plenty of power for a 6 cyl. and a roomy interior with a good size trunk for groceries, etc. Nothing fancy on the inside. All the safety features and power options that make life simpler. Just recently the mode buttons of the HVAC system have begun to act erratic. This vehicle survived the May tornadoes, when my house did not!
Great family car !!!
Brandon., 03/24/2003
1994 Buick LeSabre Custom 4dr Sedan
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
The car handles VERY well in the snow and rain. I average 25 to 26 miles to the gallon. The 3.8 V6 is very peppy and has great pick up, with good fuel economy. It's very roomy inside and has a large trunk space. Handles very nice and feels like you floating on air. I highly recommend this car for any one who wants a smooth quiet ride in a car that has power AND good fuel economy.
Work Horse
Markdoggiedog, 03/26/2003
1994 Buick LeSabre Limited 4dr Sedan
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I bought this car because I've never had a problem with the 3.8 V6 on other Buicks that I owned. I drive about 3000 to 4000 miles a month with this car and never had a problem!
Love that old boat
Carrie Anne, 03/26/2007
1994 Buick LeSabre Custom 4dr Sedan
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I purchased this car has a "driver training car for my teenager, but she thinks it's an "old people" car and does not like it ! I love it. Drives like a big boat, quiet. Gas mileage is better than I expected. I have never had so many buttons to ajdust one seat. Love the traction control, great in our Michigan winters. All around great 2nd car.
I didn't think I'd like it, but I do..
sharla, 06/07/2003
1994 Buick LeSabre Custom 4dr Sedan
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I'm not a teenager...39. I have driven SUVs for 6 years, and liked them, but my dad spotted this Buick, and said that it was a "great deal". I had my reservations. I drove it...felt like I was navigating a fish tank, but I coudn't deny the smooth ride, and the sure handling. I couldn't find anything mechanically wrong with it-at all. I bought the car, partly due to my dads well known ability to find a deal, and partly to trim down my expenses. This car has turned out to be very reliable, and comfortable. My kids even say they like it...imagine! I'm glad now that I have it.
Just Picked It Up
Just Gettin By, 04/17/2008
1994 Buick LeSabre Custom 4dr Sedan
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Hey, I just picked up the 94 Buick and I'm very impressed. I drove around the vehicle with two automotive engineers. They were shocked at how well the vehicle ride quality was and how quite it was. Overall, there were no noticable NVH issues and the fuel economy appears to be above expectations. The only complaint is the poor design of the center consel cup holder
My Car Rocks
jstoney14, 04/17/2013
1994 Buick LeSabre Custom 4dr Sedan
4 of 7 people found this review helpful
It rides great.
car still moving at 200,274300
Ball, 07/25/2009
1994 Buick LeSabre Limited 4dr Sedan
4 of 8 people found this review helpful
I have 200,0000 mile on this car.IT is still moving/driveable.
Not a keeper
Ethan, 08/16/2009
1994 Buick LeSabre Custom 4dr Sedan
5 of 12 people found this review helpful
I bought this car recently with only 78000 miles expecting a reliable car. It could just be a lemon, but there have been a ton of electrical issues. Performance-wise, the car is very disappointing. Many people would find the ride comfortable over bumps, but in reality, it has very poorly tuned suspension. There is hardly any damping so the car bounces far too much after hitting a bump. This coupled with very soft springs is a bad combination. When turning quickly, the body roll is very substantial. So much so that it could be a safety concern. In a situation where you had to swerve, the body develops so much inertia that loosing control could easily happen. Acceleration is surprising
Dream Car!
Dream Car!, 10/28/2020
1994 Buick LeSabre Limited 4dr Sedan
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
My mothers car. She literally drove it to the store and on Fridays to get her hair done. 19.705 miles and garage kept. Runs like new!
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