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Happy with the old man's car
rob, 06/02/2006
1999 Buick LeSabre Custom 4dr Sedan
14 of 14 people found this review helpful
We purchased our '99 LeSabre after enjoying our '94. After 7 years the car is still smooth, comfortable and quiet. Yes, the 3.8 V6 does get 20+ in local driving and 30 on the road, which is helpful with gas prices today. Friends with newer cars may tease me about the "old mans" car,but they like the smooth ride and the comfortable seats. The only problem has been the battery. I'm on the third one. It's best driven easy, but does have good power for a big car.
Solid sedan - a Detroit success story
Jadziasman, 08/22/2005
1999 Buick LeSabre Custom 4dr Sedan
11 of 11 people found this review helpful
Surprised was I when shopping for a used car in the $6000 area. Looked first at a Park Avenue with mucho miles and then searched for a LeSabre. While the styling of the '99 looks like a '79, the car gets me from A to B in comfort and hasn't failed me yet after 23,000 miles of highway driving. While this is not a luxury car by any means, it's probably one of the best you can buy for a six year old car. Decent gas mileage about 25 to 27 MPG year round. No maintenance other than the usual stuff (oil, filters, etc.) As to handling, well the big guy is a little scary around corners - oodles of body lean and tire squeal at 45 MPH. I would have liked tighter steering.
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Comfortable, Powerful and Reliable = A+
68VW, 10/27/2003
1999 Buick LeSabre Custom 4dr Sedan
11 of 11 people found this review helpful
We "car-shopped" for this vehicle. Looked at and drove a variety of other domestic and imported models. Had never owned or even considered a Buick previously. The imports were too small and their rides too stiff. This car has a better combination of power, comfort, leg and trunk room and economy (a consistent 29-31 mpg on the road) than any other of many we test-drove. Our decision has proved to be a good one. It handles well,if not sportily. Only negative: wind noise at the driver's position moderately annoying at highway speeds.
Stogie, but American and Great buy
comfortable reliable, 08/10/2010
1999 Buick LeSabre Custom 4dr Sedan
9 of 9 people found this review helpful
Paid $15,000 in 2000. Replaced transmission at 252,000. Now has 310,000. Yep!310,000 miles on engine that has had one ignition coil and two sets of plugs and plug wires. Just made a 500 mile round trip to NC mountains and MPG was 32.8. I double checked it twice. It is not unusual to top 30 MPG on trips. Bad mouth it all you want and I will smile and wave as I go buy at 70 MPH and 30+ MPG.Most reliable car I have ever Had.
First car I've owned that I Love
cluchs8, 04/12/2015
1998 Buick LeSabre Limited 4dr Sedan
12 of 13 people found this review helpful
I bought my car with 140k miles and fixed brake lines (400) and valve cover gasket (150)leaks. The serpentine belt has started to squeak, but it doesn't matter, because the factory stereo is incredible for a 98. I love the ride, It's supple yet competent, more so than I expected from a boat. The torque and passing power is actually pretty impressive for the HP output. It wafts from 40-75 like it's nothing, and with cruise on at 60 i get 29 mpg. I get about 17-20 in the city,and it's awesome on snow w/ all seasons. I feel safer in it than i do my 2010 dodge ram. brakes don't really cut it, you have to pay attention, sudden stops aren't its favorite.I named mine Victor.Best grand i ever spent
Don't buy this car it has a GM defect!
Mike Naveau, 11/02/2005
1999 Buick LeSabre Custom 4dr Sedan
7 of 7 people found this review helpful
I was schocked to see all the other positive reviews. This car is a ticking time bomb and GM knows it but won't do anything about it. It should have been recalled. They used a plastic plenum part in the intake manifold cover that melts. No getting around it! Possible problems include coolant leaking, head gaskets blown etc, all very labor expensive repairs that will cost in the $800 dollar range. I bought this car used at 48,000 and spent 600 dollars on that repair. Two years later at 75000 spent 800 on a head gasket. Don't buy this car unless you want to keep pouring money through the hole that will develop in the plastic part that GM won't issue a recall on.
Excellent from an economic perspective.
esasllc, 09/28/2012
1998 Buick LeSabre Custom 4dr Sedan
10 of 11 people found this review helpful
I bought this car in February of 09 with 83K for approx. $2,900. An older gentlemen owned it and it was garaged and well maintained. Prior to this I owned an 04 Ford Expedition EB edition that was costing $600.00/month. I got rid of the gas guzzling money pit and since I have owned the Lesabre, I have spent less than $800 in total in almost 4 years. I'm amazed that when I drive 235 miles to visit my mother, it gets around 27-28 mpg and about 21-22 around town, but best of all, no car payments, fits 3 baby seats and keeps plenty of money in my pocket. At 135K, it has some quirks, but nothing major.
Solid Buick
MJM571, 03/09/2003
1999 Buick LeSabre Custom 4dr Sedan
11 of 13 people found this review helpful
The LeSabre continues to be a solid made vehicle. I expect this 99 LeSabre to yield 200,000 miles without serious problems as have my previous LeSabres. Seating is somewhat uncomfortable. For long drives a lumbar support would be beneficial.
I adored the buick boat
stimely1987, 04/10/2012
1998 Buick LeSabre Custom 4dr Sedan
7 of 8 people found this review helpful
Bought the car 5 years ago from a family member.. had 113,000 now has 156,000.. Absolutely a tough car.. in five years i've only replaced a few sensors nothing over 50 bucks. Had to replace brake lines twice due to one garage being shady.. Water pump which was an easy fix. Muffler but PA winters are horrible and the biggest fix was the security system locked up. but it only cost 150 bucks.. Instead of paying 2 grand for GM to fix it, I had a good mechanic bypass the security system by cutting a few wires and regrounding them down with cheap resistors from Radio Shack.. No regrets having the buick I love it.. But she's getting old so it's time for a new one soon...
The Plenum theory, a story of an intake
tony b, 08/28/2007
1999 Buick LeSabre Custom 4dr Sedan
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
I have put on 40,000 miles since buying this car. No problems, great ride etc, except two weeks ago I became stranded because of the plenum burned out and coolant was logged in the lower intake causing the piston to stop thus stopping my car in the middle of nowhere. I had to walk for miles before a gentleman stopped and offered me a ride. Why was this part (egr) made of plastic and not metal...to save $.20 on each one? Now its going to cost me over $600. to repair it.. Good engineering. One thing is for sure and that is I will stick with Japanese cars..My last was an Acura and I sold it at 181,000.miles.
Most comfortable car in the world.....at a price
bigboatlover, 04/17/2011
1998 Buick LeSabre Limited 4dr Sedan
8 of 10 people found this review helpful
I bought the car with 218000kms, fully loaded and aside from some surface rust on the usual LeSabre spots(near rocker panels) the car was immaculate. Now the car is at 236000km and the car has giving me the following grief: starter, left ball joint, serpentine belt, belt tensioner, and now a main seal oil leak at 236000kms! The car is worth the same at the repair job for the oil leak, i'm sorry by in 18000kms I have shoveled way too much into this car, the car has given me too much trouble after being perfectly fine 9 months ago.
Nice car,typical problems.
Plainhappy, 07/17/2003
1999 Buick LeSabre Custom 4dr Sedan
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
Suspension soft to an extreme,O.K.with me. Very good acceleration and fast tight-turn feel,perfect for on/off ramps. Security system with chip in key is a loser,the second place I was towed repaired it,over $300 total. Also a battery terminal was over-tightened and stripped out of the battery case when built,It didn'show up immediately and confused the security system problems.Xmission slipping in 1st@50000 mi.
225k miles and runs like day 1
RJR, 05/20/2010
1999 Buick LeSabre Custom 4dr Sedan
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
I've had this vehicle from inception and only given it the routine maintenance. Regular oil changes, tire rotations and a fresh tune up every 100k miles. I had the belts and hoses checked at 215k miles and all looked fine (all original). The interior has begun to show some age, but with the vehicle running so well and averaging ~27 MPG mix between highway and city, I continue to be pleased with the vehicle. I have aspirations of running this car beyond 300k miles.
One of my favorite cars
Eveland, 11/03/2009
1999 Buick LeSabre Custom 4dr Sedan
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
This is a very simple car. It goes up and down the road and is very comfortable. It's not a quick or a new car but it's reliable and it's cheap. I found that you can eliminate most of the road noise that you get with a good set of tires. It's easily one of the best cars I've owned for taking trips.
Best bang for the buck
Randy, 01/27/2006
1999 Buick LeSabre Limited 4dr Sedan
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
This is my 3rd LeSabre, 1st was a custom w/ Grand touring, others were limiteds w/ grand touring. (I have also bought for my in-laws) the fisrt 2 went well over the 200k mark, and I expect this one will too. No, its not the most prestigeus car on the road, but is definitely a best buy! Lots of amenities, great ride, good handling for a large sedan (w/ GT), zero problems on all three except routine maintenance. Can't say enough about the value. buy one 3-4 years used, low miles, pay 1/4 the value of new ( about $7K) change the fluids and drive. Also an excellent buy for the college student or aging parent (make their day, buy them a Buick!) Definitely reccomended.
problem after problem
1998 buick Lesabre , 11/10/2009
1998 Buick LeSabre Custom 4dr Sedan
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
Dealership told me whole engine was blown replaced re built engine for 2,000 dollars. tire rods, brakes, sway bar links and now as of today at 133,00 miles my positioner shaftsensor is out still dont know cost..adding on to that bushings and bearings and possible engiine mount due to transmission..i love this car with all my heart but put in as much money as the same price i actually paid for it..unless u know about cars i would not recommend this car to anybody unless u are willing to put that much time and money into this car
First and Last Buick for Me
Desert Dweller, 02/25/2004
1998 Buick LeSabre Custom 4dr Sedan
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
The driver seat does not fit a tall body. Back support is too low, and the seat inhibits circulation. Despite meticulous maintenance this car has stranded me three times, on highways where it is 45-75 miles between towns. Transmission failed at 60,000 mi. ($2,000 repair). Manifold failed at 125,000 ($1000). Power steering bearing froze at 144,000, throwing the belt and leaving me stranded 45 miles out, on a Sunday, in winter. After five hours a super-honest country mechanic came,charging only $136 for the tow, the repair, and an oil change! Never drive without a cell phone if you own a Buick.
Hoping for a new home
Robert Hoffman, 01/15/2009
1998 Buick LeSabre Custom 4dr Sedan
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
My wife inherited this car from her Father's estate and absolutely loves the thing. We have had the common intake maniford issue which cost several hunderd dollars to repair. I am waiting for a reprise of this problem because the replacement is also plastic. I find the ride to be the equivalent of steering a whale. Our Honda is far superior in all respects. I cannot believe the mileage I see in other reviews. We have been lucky to get 19-20 miles per gallon -- even on flat highways. I would trade this thing in a minute, but in interest of domestic tranquility that is not likely to happen.
Pile of GM Junk
John, 11/30/2005
1998 Buick LeSabre Limited 4dr Sedan
10 of 14 people found this review helpful
There was a year we had to fix it every month. Water pump, fuel pump, oil pump, starter. Pieces fell off. Once we drove over something that fell off and we blew a tire and damaged the oil pan. Back end made a creaking noise, dealer couldn't figure out why. Once in a while wouldn't start, dealer couldn't figure out why. Rear windows wouldn't roll down unless I sprayed with WD-40. Seat, radio, cigarette lighter broke. Inside fell off passenger door. Interior surfaces peeled off. Recalled twice. Battery bracket broke, battery fell down and cracked, nearly new battery had to be replaced. Engine blew at 99,000 miles. What a pile of crap. Don't walk, RUN from this piece of GM junk.
Think Buick
johnasazi, 01/29/2011
1999 Buick LeSabre Custom 4dr Sedan
6 of 8 people found this review helpful
The best gas mileage for a car of this size! The gas mileage is better than my sister's Chevrolet Cavalier! Although the styling and seating may seem outdated, this is a great find! If you are looking for a car that has plenty of room for passengers and their cargo, this is the car. It is not meant to be a "fun handling" car. It is meant to be a very comfortable way to get from place to place with a minimum of disruption, which is quite important to some of us who refuse to drive like we are in a NASCAR race! See the 'Buick" emblem, and leave us alone.
Good Car But Watch Out for Unexpected $$
Gary Richey, 04/29/2002
1998 Buick LeSabre Custom 4dr Sedan
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
With less than 80K miles, I have a $1,284 repair bill because of an admitted design flaw (admitted by dealer's mechanic not GM). Per the dealer's mechanic, the plenumn on this car leaks allowing coolant and water to get into the engine affecting the function of the pistons which untimately causes the engine to lock. After the engine locks and you attempt to crank the car the starter will blow out. The dealer's mechanic said they had repaired at least 10 cars with similar problems resulting from this design flaw during the last year. GM has not issued a recall to correct this problem. I was told that this problem started with 1996 models.
Bad Supension!
tjloftis, 07/08/2002
1998 Buick LeSabre Limited 4dr Sedan
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I traded my Gran Prix in for a 98 Buick with 44,000 miles and the Buick is ok but it has some wind noise around the windows and on the interstate the front end bounces and it seems to want to leave the lanes, have to drive with both hands. It has ok power until around 80 miles per hour but then it lacks power. It seems to take the starter too long to kick the motor over. The seats are really hard and the back part of the front seats don"t seem high enough. I just don"t think it would be worth the price for a new one. Wishing I had my Gran Prix back!!!
Great
Nany, 10/24/2015
1999 Buick LeSabre Custom 4dr Sedan
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I got this as my first car when I turned 18 (which was 4 years ago) and at over 207,000 miles it's still going strong. I've never had any problems, I've never been left stranded. The only thing I've had to repair is the gas pump and minor details. The car is not the best looking but for the year it was made this car is great
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Great first car
schmidtkramer, 07/16/2008
1999 Buick LeSabre Custom 4dr Sedan
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
My dad bought this car about four years ago and I loved it right away. Eventually passed it on to me about 6 mos ago and have had few to no problems other than routine maintanance. At 161,000 miles it still drives good but starting to show signs of age but I think it can last another 10-15k miles. Until I can get a new car
Great car
PYB1495, 11/09/2010
1999 Buick LeSabre Limited 4dr Sedan
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I bought this car with 140000 miles, the car car runs perfect and the fuel MPG is great. Smooth ride and strong engine. Before this i had a Buick Regal and sold it with 250000 miles and everything working well. i will buy Buick in the future.
I love it
SM, 04/21/2008
1999 Buick LeSabre Custom 4dr Sedan
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Great car. Needs nothing except for the usual; tune-up, oil change, etc. Fun to drive. Surprisingly powerful. Great fuel economy 29mpg hwy. A little too comfortable. Roomy. It is very low profile .
Fuddy-duddy -- no way
Groth, 07/26/2005
1999 Buick LeSabre Custom 4dr Sedan
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I bought this car on my 50th birthday and resent the fuddy-duddy image some people put on the car. It is reliable, comfortable in all seats, and easy to drive. I now have 67,000 miles on it and it still drives like new. The mileage is fantastic at 32mpg on the highway and 20 city. Most compacts don't come close. I like the LeSabre and it handles extremely well. It is a great highway commuter.
OK car, but don't pay much for it
Take your chances, 10/13/2009
1998 Buick LeSabre Limited 4dr Sedan
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
This is maybe a good car if you live in a warm climate. Up here in the north, it has some serious flaws. The Lesabre is poorly designed for corrosion resistance. The left and right rocker panels have rusted completely through. The body shop manager said this happens on every Lesabre he sees. He attributes it to poor body design. The tires throw slush and salt into the rocker panels. The salt water can't drain easily, so it stays and causes rust. The inner wheel wells have the same problem. The front anti-sway bar often breaks in this model. Salt water accumulates at several points, causing it to weaken from rust. Mine was broken on both sides! The A/C compressor doesn't last long.
Can Buicks come back
fishin09, 12/25/2009
1998 Buick LeSabre Limited 4dr Sedan
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Buicks seem to be a great handling car. I've owned the 93 Buick Lesabre with leather seats.. had plastic intake problem and tranny giving up around 180k. Hub lock key a headache. 98 Buick Lesabre nice ride but motor went around 85k with head gasket gone. Replaced motor now 40k. Dashboard sensor engine lights on Buicks seem to be problem. My mom has same problem with 96 Skylark. They ride great. Hard to believe GM can't stand up with the Asian cars.Have had bad luck with GMC Truck auto transmissions as well. American automakers becoming kings of junk.
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Jack & Geo, 04/22/2004
1998 Buick LeSabre Custom 4dr Sedan
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I (sort of) have 'egg on my face' for telling everybody, for the past ten or so years, that the LeSabre was probably the best car on the road. Well, the transmission is about to 'blow'.
what a nightmare
fed up, 07/22/2004
1998 Buick LeSabre Custom 4dr Sedan
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Ran fine for a year. Six months ago the plenium cracked and broke, head damage, $1,000 to fix. A month ago, explosion, crunch and a piston connecting rod was shattered (it's about an inch thick of solid steel - imagine the force of that explosion!,) pieces through the engine-$1200 estimated to fix. My husband decided to tackle it - car was entirely apart when we got the recall from Buick that fuel adjustment guage was defective. We found fuel in the vacuum lines & that little part caused this. Since car is apart & we bought $500 in parts to fix, don't want to tow it to Buick. RUN SCREAMING from this vehicle.
Another GM Mistake
Fred, 04/15/2010
1998 Buick LeSabre Custom 4dr Sedan
3 of 4 people found this review helpful
Has 2 piece plastic intake manifold, which cracked at 138,000 ( I later learned they all do after 125,000 miles) leaked coolant into engine spinning main bearing. No trunk lamp, know who wants a vehicle without a trunk? DUH Tensioner pulley disintegrated at 80,000 miles, more plastic crap. Seats are made of cheap soft foam you sink into the seat. Drivers window regulator failed at 78,000 miles cheap electronics. Battery failed at 60,000 miles 7 years old. Cheap center cup holder. Brake lines burst at 125,000 miles from corrosion, they were not properly coated with protection material and placement at left front of engine compartment exposed them to elements
A great car for the money
Terrific Automobile, 08/29/2010
1998 Buick LeSabre Custom 4dr Sedan
2 of 3 people found this review helpful
I purchased this car from a BMW dealer who had taken it as a trade in for a new BMW from a older lady. When I purchased it, it only had 27,000 miles. It now has just under 90,000 miles and has never had a major problem. It gets fantastic mileage. On one road trop to Branson I average nearly 34 miles to the gallon. It uses regular unleaded and yet has great performance. It has sleek styling, great comfort, and the luxuary touches you would expect from a much more expensive make. I would recomend this car to anyone seeking a reliable car, at an affordable price, with good performance and great gas mileage. I would definitely buy another Le Sabre. No wonder they hold their value so well.
Great Road Car
SMT, 05/08/2003
1998 Buick LeSabre Custom 4dr Sedan
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
After a recent 1,500 mile trip in two days, I can honestly say my husband and I were very comfortable the entire trip. Noticed another review for this model regarding losing coolant. Caveat, my son (an auto tech by trade) installed a new upper manifold in ours, specifically to PREVENT a future inherent problem with the coolant leaking into the engine. Buick corrected this problem in 1999 by installing both upper and lower manifolds. Like the car a lot!
188K & still strong!!
my4thBuick, 06/17/2009
1999 Buick LeSabre Custom 4dr Sedan
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Yah... It's not the most stylish car! But I drive 30,000 miles/ year & my lesabre hasn't stuck me once. Great mileage for a lead sled & comfy. It's got over 188,000 miles & I just replace the original starter. Just starting to develop an intermittent miss. If you don't care about style... & you can pick one up.... go for it. And remember, ANY car can be a lemon!
1997 Buick Lesabre limited
Chuck Tryon, 03/01/2002
1998 Buick LeSabre Limited 4dr Sedan
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Fun to drive, great fuel economy, great climatic controls both air conditioning and heating. nice appearance, smallest looks, replace front struts at 80,000, has wind noise around front winds sometimes bad in a cross wind
Le Sabre
amandaw, 11/30/2003
1998 Buick LeSabre Limited 4dr Sedan
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
My car had a dino ride. Ride smooths Drive smooth and was in perfect condition. Interior and exterior was in a1 shape.
reliable US full size car
fang, 01/25/2004
1998 Buick LeSabre Limited 4dr Sedan
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
the advantages are: cheaper than Japanese ones (avalon), very comfortable to ride, clean interior design and very fuel efficient GM engine: 3800. But the overall vehicle reliability is so so. I experienced lots of troubles from 53000 to 86000 miles range (ABS, trans solonoid valve, engine gasket, ignition wires and coils, AC blower resitor, etc.)
OK Car
dave, 11/12/2005
1998 Buick LeSabre Limited 4dr Sedan
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
This vehicle has bullet proof GM 3800 engine. But the accessory drive components are so so. After I fixed all problems, this vehicle runs great. I am expecting no major repair untill it reachs 200,000 miles (at least engine and transmission)
Member of the $1,000 Club!
Iamnotabuicklover!, 07/21/2009
1998 Buick LeSabre Custom 4dr Sedan
1 of 2 people found this review helpful
The WORST car I have ever owned, even beating my first vehicle, the 1980 Chevy Silverado Big 10! Bought 2004 Repear costs $1,000.00 average break down every 6 months other than normal maintenance repairs! Replaced:Senors- Fuel Cap/Engine,Alternator,Serpentine Belts(4),Brake Light bulbs(5),Water Pump and Belt Pulleys/Assembly,plenumn failed, now at 114k cruise contrl will not work, AC/Blower is not blowing out the vents, paint and plastic on steering wheel is flaking off(chrome as well)I have not mentioned normal ownership costs and maintenance, and lastly the worst A V6 GETTING 19 MPG both hwy and in city! My V6 thinks it is a V8! I have had my last BUICK!!!!!!!
The best for the money
NYDogBoy, 08/25/2008
1998 Buick LeSabre Limited 4dr Sedan
1 of 2 people found this review helpful
This is a problem-free car. In the past 8 years all I've done is replace two tires, and the typical brake and oil change stuff. I get 26-28 mpg hwy, overall about 23.5. Plus, this is a gutsy car. We cruise about 70mph and have plenty left for passing. The 3.8 engine is one of the best engines ever designed. The features on the Ltd. are outstanding; auto-dimming mirrors, suto headlight, outside temp, keyless entry, and many other features. I can't imagine a time when I will get rid of this ten year old car.
Buick LaSabre
Lila Finnegan, 07/26/2003
1999 Buick LeSabre Limited 4dr Sedan
1 of 2 people found this review helpful
This is a great, low maintenance, safe vehicle for our family. I intend on purchasing another Buick LaSabre if and when this one has driven its last mile. Love it!
Not the best looking, but great to own
Marc, 09/27/2009
1998 Buick LeSabre Custom 4dr Sedan
1 of 3 people found this review helpful
I recently was going through tough economic times and sold my 04 EB Expedition and bought a 98 Lesabre Custom with 83K. I am an auto technician so I performed all of the basic maintance(drive belt, run Mobil One, transmission filter and fluid to Amsoil, belt tensioner, tune-up, etc). The previous owner replaced the upper intake, brakes, struts & A/C compressor. The car has saved me a great deal of money from lack of monthly payments and getting great gas mileage. A drive to Grandma's(approx 235 miles) and the fuel mileage was 28-29 mpg. Mixed driving I get about 22-24 mpg which beats 11-12 mpg for the Expedition.
Toying with the Past
Shunteezy, 04/17/2009
1998 Buick LeSabre Limited 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I was really scepitical about this car because of age and size. I really am fond of foreign whips as far as cars go. I am a domestic truck girl though! I was really super surprised with the fuel economy of this full-sized sedan. It gets nearly 30 mpg on the highway and 23-25 mpg in the city. This car has been rated the safest car in history and I see why; it holds the road very well and its sleek exterior design looks and feels safe.
My Dragon, she's my baby.
Linda L. Sherman, 08/03/2022
updated 10/17/2024
1998 Buick LeSabre Custom 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I got this baby (The Dragon), when she had 177,000 miles on her for 1500.00. She has that amazing 3800 motor, and at 100,000 she had been changed over from Quaker State to Mobil One, which is where all my cars are at 100,000. She now has 456,000 on her, and is going strong. BEST CAR EVER!!!!! Even has very little rust. 18-22 miles per gallon around town, and rides like a dream. Minor repairs--brake lines, brakes, muffler, tail pipe. Most expensive was a gas tank. Cannot complain about a thing. Snow white on the outside and blue leather inside. Ended up taking the headliner out as it was a fortune to replace, and few people fix them. Not a problem. Dura Last Battery, and she is set for years. If you get a chance to get one of these babies, promise you won't regret it. Wish the new ones were as good as the old ones!!
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Comfort Not performance
Cheshire, 06/11/2002
1998 Buick LeSabre Custom 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
The 98 Buick is a smooth riding, dependable car. The only bad thing is that it has a tendency to waddle on turns and when changing lanes.
A nearly perfect Hoopdie!
Super-Clyde!, 12/11/2022
1998 Buick LeSabre Custom 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
With 91,850 miles, my LeSabre has more age than wear. The previous owner was a 91 year old man from church, and his heirs gifted me with Dad's ride. This car has some of the little issues that older cars have, like a sagging headliner, but sort them out professionally and they will never be an issue in the future. I am pleased with the smoothness, durability, and the overall quality that I have enjoyed with this car so far. Seats that cradle you in overstuffed couch-like comfort. A roomy interior and a large trunk for goodies. It is reassuring to roll in a cocoon of ample steel protection. Having grown up around substantial luxury cars, I marvel that these beauties are so cheap and underappreciated. These are very affordable, widely available, and repair parts are nearly everywhere. I have no regrets, look froward to the journey of making it cherry, and it's definitely staying in my driveway.
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'98 Lesabre Custom
Joe Ruger, 08/12/2002
1998 Buick LeSabre Custom 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
We have been very pleased with this car. After driving a Taurus for years, it's a very pleasant change. The vehicle rides SMOOTH, has good pickup, and is extremely comfortable. It corners like a large car.
i cannot complain
love_my_lesabre, 09/24/2009
1998 Buick LeSabre Custom 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
i bought this car 3 yeas and 8 months ago. it was used and had a little over 100,000 miles on it. i presently have over 153,000 miles on it. since i have owned it, i had replaced the brake shoes, air filter a few times, tires, have yet to tune it up but it is getting to the point where it could benefit from new plugs. it still gets decent gas mileage, when i first got it, i got 29-30 mpg, now probably about 28mpg on hwy. i am looking for another one and keep this one as a spare car. i hope my next lesabre is as reliable as this one has been.
Love that car
anklebone, 10/17/2002
1998 Buick LeSabre Custom 4dr Sedan
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This 1998 Buick leSabre is the best car I've ever had. I've driven many brands and models , including Chrysler, Ford and GMC products over 60 years. I drove my first Buick in 1949. This has been the best.