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They don't make em like like they used to
Charles, 05/01/2016
updated 11/03/2016
1996 Buick Roadmaster 4dr Sedan
28 of 28 people found this review helpful
GM should not have stopped making the B and D body cars.. Roomy, stylish,quiet, comfortable a few words to describe the car. This is the second Roadmaster I have owned and I love it as much as the first one. Car rides like it's on air and has velvety smooth surge of power from the bulletproof 350 LT1 V8 engine. Mine also comes with the G80 limited slip differential. The engine is both powerful and efficient I can get up to 30 mpg highway. This car is such a pleasure to drive much better than anything gm makes today.GM replaced the Roadmaster with wannabes like the park ave and lucerne. Car does not smoke during cold start nor does it consume oil or need to be jump started if left for a month not being driven and the engine can go 300,000 plus miles before needing a rebuild. Vehicle is not perfect however it could have used disc brakes in rear instead of drums and windows sometimes fall of tracks, limited slip differential should be standard. Theres alot to love about this car, parts are cheap when it needs work and it is very safe in an accident. Overall a great and highly underrated vehicle .
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Vintage GM
JRD, 06/10/2010
1996 Buick Roadmaster 4dr Sedan
17 of 18 people found this review helpful
This is the kind of car GM builds better than anyone else. I bought this to replace my older GM boats (1972 Electra and Riviera). I remember not liking these when they were new but now they seem to have a presence when compared to the other cars on the road. The LT-1 is fantastic as is the transmission. Very good power and roadability. I have to agree with other reviewers that the interior is somewhat poorly designed especially the door panels. The plastic front and rear bumpers don't seem that strong and chrome trim on them tends to come off (it's chrome tape.) I still give this car high marks for all around comfort and reliability.
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Best car ever
kevin, 06/08/2008
1996 Buick Roadmaster Limited 4dr Sedan
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Wow, what a car. Vette engine screams. 28 mpg Seattle to Los Angeles. Hard to find exterior trim parts, I do know a place in Seattle that can make parts if you have the old one. Very comfortable. Rear wheel drive is fun.
Not bad for an elderly car
candymanfb, 07/14/2002
1996 Buick Roadmaster 4dr Sedan
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
This car has the power to go - it can give a mustang a run for it's money. Even though the mustang may be a current model and my wagon is 8years old (94). The only thing that I hate is the mpg. If I unleash all the horses the gas mileage is pocket denting. The vista roof is great. If you ever see this car or a close relative - Olsmobile Custom Cruiser(91-92) 170BHP Chevrolet Caprice Classic Wagon(91-93) 180BHP (94-96)260BPHP Give it respect - It was built to last.
HEAVY CRUISER
max38, 07/02/2002
1996 Buick Roadmaster Limited 4dr Sedan
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Where else on the planet can you find such a versitile car like this... without going broke ? Full perimiter frame, power to spare, an ungodly towing capacity, all the creature comforts... and the damn things just don't die ! Great for family or formal.
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abbbbbbbbbb, 10/17/2003
1996 Buick Roadmaster Limited 4dr Sedan
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
great car, this is the second roadmaster I have purchased and it is the most comfortable car I have ever known
Roadmaster Reliable
kevallen, 04/22/2003
1996 Buick Roadmaster 4dr Sedan
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Purchased the car as the "family" car, big enough for four to travel comfortably with plenty of room to spare in the trunk. My wife and I are in our 30's and have two young children. The LT1 engine is a delight and quite a surprise to those who think they can blow by you on the highway. This baby moves! The most comfortable car I've ever driven on long road trips. After 95000 miles the engine doesn't drink a drop of oil between changes.
'96 Hotrod Buick Roadmaster
biggsteve, 05/20/2007
1996 Buick Roadmaster Limited 4dr Sedan
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
This is the 3rd Roadmaster that my family has had the priveledge of owning. The first 2 were 1992 models with the 180bhp 350 V8. The first one was sold but I still own the second and it has just over 197,000 miles and rufuses to die. The '96 I have now has a dynomax 2 1/2 in exhaust system that has allowed me to achieve 36.5 mpg highway and 18-22 city depending on how i drive. I have also added a K&N cold air intake to eliminate that ugly dual box system GM used as well as a throttle body airfoil and intake elbow for a Camaro. Other than some fit and finish issues that my other cars didn't have this car looks better and at 6'2" i have plenty of leg room.
Roadmaster Raves
kevallen, 03/05/2003
1996 Buick Roadmaster Limited 4dr Sedan
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Bought the car to fill my expanding family needs. Fits the bill perfectly as a safe reliable and powerful car with excellent long distance travel comfort.
Looking for body moulding parts
Rett, 04/04/2004
1996 Buick Roadmaster Limited 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
This is a wonderfull car that is fun to drive. Shortly after I puchase it with 88000 miles I lost a main bearing and had to replace the enging. When I bought this car the body was in great shape all except the body mouldings. There is damage on all sides. I am having a hard time finding replacement parts. Can anyone help me.
1996 Roadmaster
dan, 11/13/2007
1996 Buick Roadmaster 4dr Sedan
0 of 2 people found this review helpful
Very great drive train. Poor interior and exterior trim. Way below average. 1993 was much better. Like car but wouldn't buy another 1996 because of lousy trim and interior quality