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Do not buy a Buick Terraza
Lisa, 06/21/2006
2005 Buick Terraza CXL Fwd 4dr Minivan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
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This vehicle has so many problems, we've had it in numerous times for the radio(4 times), the doors( could not get out of car, could not get in car you name it), noise coming from the front, lights flickering, door handles falling off, hatch falling on sons head, abs lights, traction control lights come on saying not working, but dealer can find nothing wrong. Do not buy this van.
My car is great
donald szanyi, 08/21/2006
2005 Buick Terraza CXL Fwd 4dr Minivan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
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This is the very best automobile I have ever owned. I am 56 years old. I have had 5 Chrysler minivans and they do not compare to this van in comfort or style.
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Joe G , 11/14/2004
2005 Buick Terraza CXL Fwd 4dr Minivan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
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Buick,s Terraza is basically a re- packaged Olds Silouette.although they boosted horse power by 15 It translates to an almost unnoticable power increase. The ride is firmer and markedly quieter.The instrumentation shows nicer than that of the Olds,with new chrome added,which by the way is much in abundance throughout the vehiclethe over head "rail"system for storage and dvd is done well the dvd screen is 1 inch smaller than Oldsand must be loaded at the screen a set back for those with children to small to do it themselves,the split fold down rear seat is a good additionas is the opt of XM radio ,navagation system not available at this time.new nose is stylish but still dosent pass for SUV
richard's buick
richard, 01/18/2005
2005 Buick Terraza CXL Fwd 4dr Minivan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
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After driving this auto (Terraza) 1,400 miles from mich. to florida, I find the auto to be a great choice. The ride is very good, the XMSR is a great addition, and the gas mileage was 24.7 MPG for the entire trip.
Very Happy
Mary, 02/18/2005
2005 Buick Terraza CXL Fwd 4dr Minivan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
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Love the quiet ride and feel. Handles great. Nicely designed dash and controls. Love the front end. It has all the features I have loved in my minivan, but he feel and look of an SUV... I've always thought the minvan was a more versatile, family friendly vehicle than most SUVs. ..and with power slidng doors, no fingers get caught and no doors get banged up with kids in and out. The Terraza nicely combines comfort and practicality
Terraza review
sandbox, 02/24/2005
2005 Buick Terraza CXL Fwd 4dr Minivan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
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The ride, the looks are all classic Buick lines. The non-traditional look of this mini van is what seperates it from the rest. It no longer looks like the mom mobile.
A great vehicle for the dollar
Chuck's Limo, 03/18/2005
2005 Buick Terraza CXL Fwd 4dr Minivan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
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This is my second mini van, and it is by far the best I drove before buying it. The comfort, looks, and standard equipment is outstanding. The ride is excellent, and very controlled. I like the Traction Control, and Stabilitrak which are standard on the Terazza. I think the engine is just right for the vehicle. I have no trouble merging into traffic, or passing. Let's face it. Most passing today is done on an interstate highway while you are on cruise contol. You don't need all that power to get around another vehicle. On my first highway trip, I averaged 27.6 MPG. That with only 1200 miles on the clock. Not to shabby.
Great Van
ED Buck, 04/06/2005
2005 Buick Terraza CXL Fwd 4dr Minivan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
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This is the first Buick I ever own and I am amazed at the ride and how quiet it is. It's just great driving. I had a Chevy Asto before.
I LOVE MY TERRAZA!!!!
Lisa, 04/06/2005
2005 Buick Terraza CXL Fwd 4dr Minivan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
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I love my Buick Terraza. I like the fact that it has the exterior look of an SUV but the interior room and comfort of a mini-van! It is definitely a vehicle my family and I needed. We use the storage compartments often, the 12 cupholders actually come in handy with the children. The third row seating lays flat for lots of room and storage in the rear when moving or transporting groceries and large items. I would purchase this vehcile again! There are some quirks they need to work out with it mechanically but overall the service I have received from the dealer has been great, too! The quirks are very minor and do not affect the handling of the vehicle in anyway.
Suggested improvements.
D&B, 04/23/2005
2005 Buick Terraza CXL Fwd 4dr Minivan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
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I drove this vehicle on a 4000 mile trip in four weeks and would have liked to have had the changes that I have listed below.
Pleasantly Surprised
Recliner King, 05/07/2005
2005 Buick Terraza CXL Fwd 4dr Minivan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
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I have over 6000 miles on my Terraza. I am very happy with the car overall. The kids get in easy. Heck I can get in and out very easy. And with the DVD I don't hear, "Are the there yet". The ride, the feel of the "Van" sometimes makes me forget it is a "Minivan". Average mileage 23 combined (60% highway, 40% city)
From an SUV to a "Minivan"
Tom, 06/16/2005
2005 Buick Terraza CXL Fwd 4dr Minivan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
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I have have my 2005 Buick Terraza CLX FWD for about a month. The only drawback is that it is underpowered for a vehicle that is intended to be loaded up with people and gear. The styling inside and out is well liked by me and everyone who sees it for the first time. I have had strangers stop me and tell me that they really like the appearance of the Terraza! The sliding doors are invaluable! Get the remote start up feature, I absolutely love it. The seats are much more comfortable than my Chevy Trailblazer. If only I could have that engine in this vehicle! The interior is the best and classiest of all of the new crossover sport vans as these are being called (Chevy, Pontiac, Saturn).
Weighted second seat
Ronald DeMarco, 07/06/2005
2005 Buick Terraza CXL Fwd 4dr Minivan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
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I have driven many SUV's and this is the first one to turn people's heads.The only problem is the middle seat is heavy and hard to remove. Chrysler has the right idea for the second seat.
WAY Better than the Grand Caravan
Kim, 07/30/2005
2005 Buick Terraza CXL Fwd 4dr Minivan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
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We recently traded in our 2004 Grand Caravan for the Buick Terraza. The Dodge seemed to have a lot of mechanical problems and we decided to take advantage of the employee pricing from GM. We fell in love with the Terraza at first sight, but actually driving it was what won us over completely. It is a very smooth, quiet ride. All of the many features are within easy reach (not so on the Dodge), and there is a lot more legroom in the middle and back seats. Sure, the seats don't fold down magically into the floor, but I've sat in the new "stow- and-go" seats. They definitely had to sacrifice comfort for function. You will not find a more comfortable, easy to drive van than this one.
The Best Value: Terraza
Michael Wilson, 08/24/2005
2005 Buick Terraza CXL Fwd 4dr Minivan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
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Before I purchased the Terraza, I evaluated 5 other mini-vans:Oddessey, Quest, Monterey, Sienna and Freestar. I feel the Terraza is the best value based on price, options and performance. It has a very quiet ride and the turning radius of a normal size car. It's very stable and doesn't have the typical "tippy" feel when rounding corners. The Terraza CXL has great interior styling with an SUV look outside. The rest of the vans have either dated exterior styling (egg look) or mini vans are now an after thought (second fiddle) to their SUV product. I'm very pleased with the purchase and I would reccommend this van to anyone.
Great Vehicle
Dave, 09/29/2005
2005 Buick Terraza CX Fwd 4dr Minivan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
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I love everything about this vehicle except that it is slightly underpowered. We just completed a 500 mile all interstate trip at 70 mph and got 26 mpg, 2 more than posted for this vehicle. It drives, handles and rides very well - feels more like a car than a minivan. Excellent storage and seating comfort. Vehicle now has 4000 miles and no problems thus far. The grandkids love it, especially the DVD setup.
DO NOT GET THIS VAN!
Tony, 10/13/2005
2005 Buick Terraza CXL Fwd 4dr Minivan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
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This van has been in the shop a total of 6 weeks! Problems that I have encountered include: Transmission...terrible gas mileage-13- 14MPG...wind noise to sliding doors and rattling...radio went out...problem with chasis and tie rod on wheel (2 weeks in shop)
Don't buy one
Lin Young, 10/14/2005
2005 Buick Terraza CXL Fwd 4dr Minivan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
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Unquestionably this is the worst GM product in recent history. Seats are like setting on a wood box, engine destroyed itself at 11,000 miles, ABS/Traction Control did not work for over 8 weeks. The horn button requires over 50 pounds to activate. It won't pull itself on level road in 4th gear. The seats will not adjust to anyone large or small. Middle seats are close to front even for a short person. The rear seat is not adjustable. We have owned over 25 GM vehicles over the last 30 years, this one is deplorable. The 1999 Oldsmobile we formerly owned was far superior to the Terraza.
Nice car
Rich, 12/20/2005
2005 Buick Terraza CXL Fwd 4dr Minivan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
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This is a very comfortable vehicle for us. I am pretty big 6'4" and the front seat is very comfortable. The second row seats don't have a bunch of leg room behind a tall person but our kids are young so this isn't a problem. Inside is nice. The ride is quiet and smooth. We have not had a problem with the power. No doubt other vehicles have more but we find the engine adaquate.
Terrazza is worth a look.
jwh5700, 01/15/2006
2005 Buick Terraza CX Fwd 4dr Minivan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
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The Buick Terraza is definitely worth a look. It may not be as powerful as the Honda Odyssey, but the ride is much better, the fuel economy is also better and has more standard features than its sister the Chevy Uplander. Standard leather seats with cloth inserts and standard electronic load leveling and dynamic styling along with a great price led us to purchase ours in April of 2005. We traveled fully loaded to the max from Cincinnati to Myrtle beach through the mountains and all and had averaged 25 mpg. To date we have not experienced any problems other than a loose panel by the sliding door track and the Buick dealership treats you as if you bought a Mercedes.
My First Buick Van
Tom, 01/27/2006
2005 Buick Terraza CX Fwd 4dr Minivan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
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I had owned two vans prior to this, both Oldsmobiles, a 2000 and a 2004. I enjoyed both very much. The Terraza I bought is very nice but doesn't seem to have some of the extras that came standard with the Oldsmobiles. For instance the roof racks had crossover bars, in the Terraza you have to buy them extra. I had 3 keyed entrances before (both front doors and the rear hatch), now I only have one, the driver's side door. The Oldsmobiles had little compartments for coins, pencils, etc. plus small storage bins with lids in the back, there are none in the Terraza, except for the comparment on the rails sys. The Terraza has been in the repair shop 3 times since 1-17-05 and had to be towed once.
Love the Terraza!!
Paul McCauley, 02/09/2006
2005 Buick Terraza CXL Fwd 4dr Minivan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
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I have recently purchased this van and my wife and I LOVE IT!! I am very confused with the reviews concerning the van not having enough power and wonder what some people expect. We have driven the van in a mountainous area and never felt the power was inadequate, but then again I did not expect a sports car to haul my family around in. The interior is well laid and loaded with bells and whistles (most of which are easy to understand). This van rides very nice and has performed wonderfully on several long distance trips. We have averaged 25 mpg on the highway and are ecstatic with these numbers. So far after 8K miles we are very pleased and would highly recommend the Terraza to others.
This van works!
RC, 02/20/2006
2005 Buick Terraza CXL Fwd 4dr Minivan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
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This van works. Buick gives you lots of extras as standard items that you would have to pay more for on the imports. Dont believe consumer reports on the ride quality and noise of the engine, they tested the Saturn version only, not the Buick! Buick differs from the other GM siblings with an independent rear suspension and also quiet tuning and a more refined 3.5L engine. This van is as plush as a Lexus. My wife and I drove 12 hrs in the Van from Oregon to California with a 12 yr old, 8 yr old, new born, mother-in-law and dog in comfort. The kids put the DVD on with headphones and all was quiet. Got to San Jose in great shape!! The Van passed with flying colors.
Pros and Cons to the Terraza
Stephen Shorter, 07/16/2006
2005 Buick Terraza CXL Fwd 4dr Minivan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
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The Terraza rides great, has very comfortable seats, and drives very well. However, the driver's side sliding door rattles even after three attempts to the dealer to fix it. I have found the carpeting to be subpar for a Buick. It is extremely difficult, if not impossible to clean. I recommend Scotchgarding the carpet on day one. We owned two Chrysler Town and Country vans prior to the Buick. I must say the Chryslers were superior to the Buick, although the Buick rides better and has more comfortable seats. In summary - some aspects of the Terraza we really like and some we don't.
Interesting Van
Brian, 11/28/2006
2005 Buick Terraza CXL Fwd 4dr Minivan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
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We had a few problems when we purchased the vehicle, but GM fixed them all and gave a replacement vehicle to drive. After all the issues were resolved, there still are a few annoying squeaks coming from the CD/radio panel. It needs a little more attention to the interior sound detail. A little disappointing to the Buick line. Overall, it's been fun to drive. Though the cruise control does not work very well either. GM is still working on this issue. It carries the family well to get togethers and the DVD player works very good. It certainly is an upgrade from the Pontiac Montana we drove around.
2005 Terreza
darin, 03/16/2007
2005 Buick Terraza CX Fwd 4dr Minivan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
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Have had bad front brakes at 18,000. Dealer told me that the pads had heat glazed and wanted $290 for new pads. Put new pads on myself. Car still shaking when braking at 25,000 miles. Headlights and dashlights flicker when accelerating. Replaced radio and DVD player once at 10,000 miles. Not happy with it overall
Love my Terraza
lovemyterraza, 07/08/2007
2005 Buick Terraza CXL Fwd 4dr Minivan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
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I fell in love with this Terraza, but then again I love Buicks. Very comfortable, rides like a dream! Beautiful cherrywood grain interior trim, leather seats, and so much exterior chrome! I love shining things! Not as roomy as my fullsize conversion vans I owned back in the 80's, but that's when gas was dirt cheap.
I'm happy
Mark Lamb, 05/24/2007
2005 Buick Terraza CX Fwd 4dr Minivan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
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For a minivan, it's super quiet. Sometimes the only sound is kids laughing in back, enjoying a DVD with the wireless headphones. Performance is adequate, downshifts nicely. Handling is very good for a vehicle of this type. Drives more like a sedan than a van.
Mediocrity
Deano, 05/25/2007
2005 Buick Terraza CXL Fwd 4dr Minivan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
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We had the Terraza in the shop for the electric doors the second day we owned it. The build quality is less than satisfactory. However, the seats are very comfortable and the ride is smooth. The leather quality is superior on the seats. Overall, on a scale of 1 to 10, I'd give the Terraza a 6.
Waste of Money
Eric, 08/09/2007
2005 Buick Terraza CXL Fwd 4dr Minivan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
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The Terraza was a great van for the first 6000 miles after that stuff started going wrong with it. The interior is very noisy. The back hatch rattles. The passenger power sliding door pops open after you close it. The anti-lock stabilitrak has a warning and service brakes soon message, and the dealer can't find the problem. There is a clunking noise coming from the left front. I had an Oldsmobile van that this van replaced, I wish the Buick was as nice as the Oldsmobile. I would not purchase another one.
Whoa!
iblocalca, 05/02/2008
2005 Buick Terraza CXL Fwd 4dr Minivan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
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I picked this car because I had rented a similar vehicle while on vacation. I love the extras, and the car itself, but I have had nothing but problems with it. The stability and the steering system have been ongoing since I bought it. I was making a lane change at 65 mph on the freeway when the traction, stability went out and the brakes locked and I had no control of the van. I feel that safety is a big issue and I can't that my car feels safe anymore. It has been in the shop on and off for the time I have had it. The dealership has been great fixing these issues but they continue to happen and so I think it is now a dealership issue for me.
Safest vehicle I have ever owned.
Hanna, 07/23/2024
2005 Buick Terraza CXL Fwd 4dr Minivan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
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Drives heavy, which means stays in its lane under alter conditions. My vmy Buick Terraza was side swiped on the freeway and no damage. The noise of the other car hitting me scared me, but my kids and I were fine. The only problem I had was with the rear automatic door that no one could fix. Lots of great extras with the Buic Terraza and lots of room for comfort. Loved we could take the middle two captains chairs out when needed. Would buy this car again. Unfortunately, they don't make Terrazas new anymore.
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Many, Many Problems
Cat, 10/20/2005
2005 Buick Terraza CX Fwd 4dr Minivan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
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Yes, it does look nice and have many nice features, but the problems (11) I have had for the past seven months far outweigh the good. Neither Buick nor the dealer will do anything to compensate me for my loss of security in this vehicle. it The last and biggest problem was while driving on a major highway on a crowded Saturday afternoon, the steering completely locked up, the traction control light and service stability system lights came on, I had no ability to steer, use the gas or brake, the van kept swerving from side to side. Cause is faulty steering wheel sensor, but because of the other problems that were supposedly fixed but weren't, I will never feel safe in this vehicle again.