Used 1997 Buick Skylark Consumer Reviews
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We have a limited number of reviews for the 1997 Skylark, so we've included reviews for other years of the Skylark since its last redesign.
Decent for quite a while
Amanda Cole, 07/15/2008
1996 Buick Skylark Custom 4dr Sedan
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I inherited this car 9 years ago and it was extremely reliable for several years. In the past 3 years I've had to put a lot of work and money into it replacing the entire steering column because of a problem with the computer (that was very annoying) and now the transmission is slipping. Other repairs have been minimal, it gets good gas mileage on the highway (about 30 mpg), the A/C is very cold, which I like a lot! it's very comfortable and doesn't feel like a huge car, but is still roomy. Also replacing window motors in the past 2 years was bad news. Several small things gone bad lately.
Best Car I Ever Had
foxhunter, 08/16/2003
1996 Buick Skylark Custom 4dr Sedan
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I bought this car new in June of '96 for my wife, who gave up driving shortly thereafter. I took it over, and it's been the best car I've ever owned. It handles very well, has had minimal maintainence and still looks good.
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GOOD CAR
Mjkkcooper, 03/03/2005
1996 Buick Skylark Custom 2dr Coupe
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I bought this car from a friend's dad back in 2002. At the time it had 109K on it. It now has 157K and it's still running great. No engine or trans problems. The only issue we have had is this annoying coolant leak. We have replaced the radiator once and the hoses 3 times. Now we believe it is leaking from else were. We spend $15 a week on coolant! Besides that, I love this car, good gas mileage, but if you have a family go for the 4 door. And always the V-6! Good luck.
Tough Car
LostRealist, 05/09/2006
1996 Buick Skylark Custom 4dr Sedan
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
This is a really tough car. In the 3 months I've had it, it's held up to a lot of abuse. I push this car everyday, and while I get pretty bad gas mileage from driving in a very "spirited" way, I get really good performance and the entire car is extremely tough (engine, chassis, trans, suspension, etc). I've heard some really good things about this car, and so far its lived up to the expectations. Theres only few minor electrical problems with the car, but all of them have been previously recalled. The previous owner did not fix them. Basic maintainence is all that has been needed for this car. Overall, this car is a tremedously good buy.
Luv that car-O-mine!
Proud Buick Owner, 04/04/2003
1996 Buick Skylark Custom 2dr Coupe
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Go 50-55 mph on a long trip, and get mid-30 mpg. The 6 cylinder is torquey, but the overdrive keeps the mileage in the mid to upper 20s. It's solid enough that if someone rear ends you, you and car are functional. It's not a land yacht, but can carry four people in reasonable comfort (the back seat is a bit tight). Easy to insure, easy to travel in () though I like a pillow, or small poodle, for neck rest support. Could use better lumbar support. It always runs! The speedometer is HUGE (as it should be). Happy with the 6-banger 'lark.