Recently purchased a 2003 Buick Le Sabre Limited with 56,000 miles. There is a slight vibration at higher speeds. Dealer replaced the tires and that didn't help. Had tires rebalanced by my mechanic and that didn't help. Tires are Japanese and I suspect cheaper tires. Could that be the problem. Mechanic did check the ball joints and didn't find a problem there. How do I resolve my problem? Anyone out there who can help??? Thank you.|||-Allignment
-shocks/struts
-could be the cheap tires
-talk to dealer and explain to them they sold you a less than perfect car|||Touring tires offer a smoother ride.|||it could also be a bent rim |||get yourself a good set of tires. i know on my oldsmobile when i bought it, the tires on it i had to drive around about 1/2 day to get them warmed up so they would ride good.|||You probably need new stabilizer bushings along with newer shocks or struts. If you replace the shocks and struts make sure they are the gas ones. They last longer and give you a better ride. The tires should be radials and inflated to specs for the best ride possible.
Tuesday, September 27, 2011
How long does a buick last compaired to a volvo?
I am looking into buying a car a volvo 1998 S70 or a Buick 1996 regal which one will last longer and give me more car for my money?|||My family has extensive experience with Volvos. My mother has a 16-year-old 240 that's still going strong with no signs of stopping, and I have a 13-year-old 940. I've had some problems with the 940, but I bought it used, so I have a feeling that it's more to do with the previous owner than the car itself.
Volvos do require a little more maintenance than some other cars, but they will live forever. Aside from that, they're veritable tanks. As a new driver, I've visited quite a bit of abuse on my car, and it's lived through all of it - even a collision (more of a love tap really...) with my garage door frame that would have cleaved the fender off of some other cars.
I personally would reccomend the Volvo, because of the strength of the body, the longevity of the car, and the excellent safety record. Just make sure you find a mechanic that you trust - preferably one that specializes in Volvos or other Swedish cars - and keep up with regular maintenance.|||Buicks have a vey long life and a high reliability rating. Volvo does also. GM vehicles do have a tendency to leak oil, and so I would go with the Volvo.|||Modern cars have a long life span comared to vehicles built 15 or 20 years ago. The key is keeping up on the maintenance. Perform oil changes and manufacturer-specified maintenance at the defined intervals, and the car will last a long time. If you invest the time and money to replace parts as they wear, a car will last indefinitely. As far as initial quality is concerned, Volovo has earned higher marks than GM as of late. However, the Buick will be easier to find parts for if it does break down. I would call it a toss-up. Personally, I would go with the S70 because it has a little more personality than the Regal. That's just my opinion, though.
Volvos do require a little more maintenance than some other cars, but they will live forever. Aside from that, they're veritable tanks. As a new driver, I've visited quite a bit of abuse on my car, and it's lived through all of it - even a collision (more of a love tap really...) with my garage door frame that would have cleaved the fender off of some other cars.
I personally would reccomend the Volvo, because of the strength of the body, the longevity of the car, and the excellent safety record. Just make sure you find a mechanic that you trust - preferably one that specializes in Volvos or other Swedish cars - and keep up with regular maintenance.|||Buicks have a vey long life and a high reliability rating. Volvo does also. GM vehicles do have a tendency to leak oil, and so I would go with the Volvo.|||Modern cars have a long life span comared to vehicles built 15 or 20 years ago. The key is keeping up on the maintenance. Perform oil changes and manufacturer-specified maintenance at the defined intervals, and the car will last a long time. If you invest the time and money to replace parts as they wear, a car will last indefinitely. As far as initial quality is concerned, Volovo has earned higher marks than GM as of late. However, the Buick will be easier to find parts for if it does break down. I would call it a toss-up. Personally, I would go with the S70 because it has a little more personality than the Regal. That's just my opinion, though.
How do I remove the rear speakers on a Buick Regal 01?
One of my rear speakers is blown in my 2001 Buick Regal. I want to replace it, but I don't want to pay Best Buy $75 to put them in. Does anybody know how to take them out? THE MORE DETAILED, THE BETTER!|||if you mean the pair in the rear window
go into the trunk
the speakers are held in by very simple spring clips
squeeze the clip handle and carefully swing
the hanger out of the way so as not to drop the speaker
unplug the wire connector
if you are installing other than original replacement parts
then you might need to modify the connector
especially with aftermarket speakers
to install , reverse the procedure
if wiring needs to be modified
then pay close attention to what color went on what terminal
if wires get crossed sound will be poor|||In addition to the post above - try to solder connections if you can. If you can't solder, see if you have a friend who can, otherwise at least use crimp on connectors. Nothing worse than having loose wires and risking shorting the circuit.
go into the trunk
the speakers are held in by very simple spring clips
squeeze the clip handle and carefully swing
the hanger out of the way so as not to drop the speaker
unplug the wire connector
if you are installing other than original replacement parts
then you might need to modify the connector
especially with aftermarket speakers
to install , reverse the procedure
if wiring needs to be modified
then pay close attention to what color went on what terminal
if wires get crossed sound will be poor|||In addition to the post above - try to solder connections if you can. If you can't solder, see if you have a friend who can, otherwise at least use crimp on connectors. Nothing worse than having loose wires and risking shorting the circuit.
What GM Body parts are compatible to my 93 Buick Park Ave?
Somebody hit my car in the parking lot of the Supermarket. I'm on a very fixed income so I will do the repairs myself (via Pick-A-Part). Problem is there is not too many 93 Buick Park Avenue Ultra Super Charged. So, if anybody can tell me what or where I can find a list of cars that have the same body style parts like I know the La Sabre but not sure if all body parts or what years. I need hood, headlamp, grill and probably side markers too.
Thank You.|||For any questions that you have regarding interchangeable parts and which parts will fit which different vehicles, talk to the folks at your local wrecking yard.
Most wrecking yards are networked with many others across the U.S. and can order most any part you need. They can usually have the part for you within a couple days.
They also have access to all the interchangeability data you could possibly ever need right at their fingertips.
They'll give you accurate information and in just a few minutes.|||where do you live? here in PA we have what you call ( you-pull-it ) it,s a junk yard you can take the parts off what you need and they are cheaper then a ordinary junk yard. all you do when you go there is ask for a price sheet on cars.
Thank You.|||For any questions that you have regarding interchangeable parts and which parts will fit which different vehicles, talk to the folks at your local wrecking yard.
Most wrecking yards are networked with many others across the U.S. and can order most any part you need. They can usually have the part for you within a couple days.
They also have access to all the interchangeability data you could possibly ever need right at their fingertips.
They'll give you accurate information and in just a few minutes.|||where do you live? here in PA we have what you call ( you-pull-it ) it,s a junk yard you can take the parts off what you need and they are cheaper then a ordinary junk yard. all you do when you go there is ask for a price sheet on cars.
How do i change the radio in a 1997 buick skylark?
i want to change the radio in a 1997 buick skylark. How does the old unit come out?|||well, you gotta take the dashboard apart , the screws are located in many parts of the dash , if you are putting in a new head unit that has no plugs , you need to pull out the old unit , it may be screwed in thanks to GM's theft protection , you need to cut the plugs off the ends , and connect the wires m the red and yellow wire on your head unit are your positive wire (red) and your memory cord , just connect both of them to your power wire , connect your ground wire (black) and plug in your antenna , after that you have nothing but speaker wires you connect then in sets like front left is one set with 2 wires and all the others are the same , after you strip and connect your positive and memory cords cap them off to prevent shorts , and connect your black ground wire to the black wire in the dash and cap it off as well , after you connect your speaker wires you need to either tape them or cap them , don't leave any bare wire showing , put your unit back in the dash put your screws in put the dash back together and your ready to go !! Good luck if you need any help contact me through messenger and i will guide you|||by taking it out and puting a new one in
How to put on a dash of a 1997 Buick Skylark?
I want to know how to put together a dash of a 1997 Buick Skylark. i have all the parts, just don't know how to put it back together.|||my answer is try to check it out on auto repair shop it's help you a lot|||its hard work bro
How can I read the codes on a 1995 Buick Le Sabre?
I have a 1995 Buick Le Sabre that the check engine light is on. The local part stores say they can not read it because it is not 1996 or newer. How can I read the codes myself the local shop wants $100 for this and I can not afford that right now. The car cranks and runs fine but I need it to pass emissions and it won't if the check engine light is on.|||I don't think you can for pre 96 model cars. I have never found anyplace to do it|||With a paper clip and this info:|||auto zone read mine once and i have a 1988 oldsmobile. check with them if you have,nt already.
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