Used 2002 Buick Rendezvous Consumer Reviews
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Great Ideas but toexpensive to maintain
AWeaver, 01/30/2009
2002 Buick Rendezvous CX AWD 4dr SUV (3.4L 6cyl 4A)
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In 2002 while looking for a SUV for my wife, we looked at all of them. Most required her to pull herself into them, and the Rendezvous allow her easy ins & outs. I expect normal maintenance on all my vehicles; however in my 52 years of driving I have never had to replaced a A/C condenser or manifold gasket in my vehicles like we Rendezvous owners have. GM knows they made a mistake on both, and as much as she likes this Rendezvous I will never buy another Buick, and may not consider a GM vehicle after owing over 20 of them.
Nothing but trouble
jbholt, 08/12/2005
2002 Buick Rendezvous CX Fwd 4dr SUV (3.4L 6cyl 4A)
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Let me start by saying that for the first 1.5 - 2 years, we loved this vehicle. At about 40,000 miles (just after the warranty ran out), we started to have problems that I don't think should ever occur on such a new vehicle. The air conditioning compressor cracked, and we were told that it was an engineering flaw (replaced to the tune of over $900). Just this week, we had to replace the head gaskets (I've NEVER had to replace head gaskets before) and the fan motor --- this bill was $1331. Because of the problems we have had with this vehicle, we will never buy another GM (we've been loyal GM customers for the last 17 years).
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All 'U', but no 'S' in this SUV
byebyebuick, 05/15/2003
2002 Buick Rendezvous CX AWD 4dr SUV (3.4L 6cyl 4A)
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The 3.4L engine is the same as the several hundred pounds lighter GM minivans, and the mismatch shows badly at the first steep hill ascended. Even worse, the stress of occasional uphill driving upon the under-powered engine causes excessive heating and strain on the engine and transmission. The result in my case was a blown transmission after 14000 miles. And this was AFTER a complete engine replacement due to an improperly installed radiator causing three overheats and a blown head gasket. Surprise! For 2005 GM is putting a new engine/transmission in the Rendezvous. Perhaps worth a second look at that point.
Great, but...
pso1295, 01/18/2003
2002 Buick Rendezvous CX AWD 4dr SUV (3.4L 6cyl 4A)
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Great SUV, but we've had problems with it's computer system, which has been frustrating.
Stress factor
booo buick, 10/28/2005
2002 Buick Rendezvous CX Fwd 4dr SUV (3.4L 6cyl 4A)
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Ever since I got this car it has caused tension, especially in the winter. The electrical problem is such that the car just dies and it's not the battery! The a/c has gone, the brakes have gone, and there was a bearing problem and tires getting worn due to easy skid on the turns, no control. Very disappointed with this car. I hope it lasts me another year or so at least.