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The model of choice would be a CXL V6, and the local dealer we deal with has about 8 of them, all that same model--and 2 are pretty much exactly what I think we'd want. Just a single option each, a Platinum/Titanium with chrome wheels and a White Opal/Cashmere with 6-CD.
It looks like the current bonus rebate is $1500, according to GM, but Edmunds also lists an additional dealer incentive of $1000 if the vehicle was invoiced prior to 4/1/06--i.e., old stock. Any idea if this is really true? And is the 2.9% financing limited to a certain term?
Planning on driving one for the first time tomorrow, but already like the looks, the gas mileage, and the price.
As you are a first time driver of Lucerne, they may be more accurate than mine which are biased!
This format allows you to plug in words you choose using the "search " function ,but if you have time, reading some older messages may give you some detailed info about this great automobile.
Some time ago someone wanted to know if Lucerne had Auto- Level Control. It Definetly does.
This was included on my older Park.Ave and I can say that the car's ride and handling is great,even when loaded with four or five people and luggage. (and we have all seen cars on the highway with their rear bumpers far closer to the ground than the front when loaded like this).It was not found on Lesabre until 2000,(I think).
Strangely the 2006 Lucerne Brouchure says nothing about it, but the Caddy 2006 DTS(both cars made at same factory) Brouchere shows it's standard. I hope it will be listed in '07 and hate to think GM wants it this way!
My 2007 ordering info given to me by a Dealer shows it as standard on all models. When I thought about buying an '06 I called a contact at the factory and he said it was on all '06 models also.
Strange, my 98 LeSabre has it. And earlier LeSabres, like 1989, had auto load leveling. Not all Park Avenues had it. The base models, e.g., in 95 didn't seem to have it when I had one as a loaner.
2014 Malibu 2LT, 2015 Cruze 2LT,
I know that when I bought in '94 it was Standard on all versions of the Park Ave.
As I have the '94 Full line Brochure I just learned that auto-level
was included with the LeSabre "grand touring"suspension option only.
Once had a blown fuse that prevented auto level from working
in my car and that may have been situation in the '95 you mention.
Perhaps in '2000 it became standard on LeSabre
The Buick fans here keep each other accurate!
The 95 Park Avenue didn't have it because I looked. There were no lines to the rear struts. I'd noticed it didn't have the pump run after starting so I looked.
2014 Malibu 2LT, 2015 Cruze 2LT,
In that time frame they all say ths same thing:
The Park Avenue got auto level as standard equipment in all suspension variations.
The LeSabre would not have auto level in any trim style unless
the "Grand Touring" suspension was ordered as an option.
I think Buick wanted to deliver it's softer Buick
ride to it's known customer base, unless a person wanted to specify otherwise and then
the firmer struts were paired with auto level.
As to the '95 loaner you used ,maybe it's rear struts were changed with after-market types.
And again no pump run=blown/missing fuse.
Doesn't it make sense that the Park Ave.,had auto level as standard equipment in all styles as this premium car did cost those customers (me) over $ 5,000 more, than a base LeSabre?
Before the Host says something, I can only tell you what I own and read in the books.
of THE safest cars being sold today.(Forbes.Com)
Forbes describes THE safest vehicles like this:
"Which cars are the most likely,according to crash tests and available facts and figures,to keep their occupants from injury or death in an accident?"'
Forum Comments?
I never minded "giving up" a few MPG.and paying more(As compared to smaller cars)
in return for years of a real comfortable ride with saftey included as a bonus.
I'll take Lucerne's 28MPGs. and enjoy the trip.
Buick Lucerne: Safety & Crash Ratings
Also, in the same packadge that Buick offers the wood trimed wheel, they should ofer a wood trimmed console shifter.
Anyone have a lucerne with any of these options?
i do not see the wood steering wheel available yet on the website.
and enjoy their Buicks for many valid reasons.
Would anyone like to post their opinion about Lucerne on this other new Forum listing?(Large Sedans Under $30,000.)
In appears on each large sedan forum and not one positive thing has been said of Lucerne, just negative.
As of this writing the Ford 500 has been mentioned nearly 50% of the time by the creator of the column with Azera and Avalon on the 500's coat tails.
I will be posting soon.
Your comments would help balance the bias too.
What do other readers think of that column so far?
Oh yea, any chance on replacing the 3.8 and adding more performance to that V8, don't really want a V6 avalon to outgun this car, IMO.
I drove Avalon and Azera before deciding on Lucerne.
Ride: I want a non-jarring smooth ride. I felt "tar-strips" and every pebble on the road and more body motion than I wanted. The Lucerne CX version was far superior,in that respect.(The 3.8 engine is ok for me.)CXL,CXS,available with more ride control.
Engine: Avalon definitely noisy at idle,major hesitation when downshifting(over 50MPH) and approached red line RPMS doing so while engine unpleasantly screamed!
Lucerne's V-8/Transmission combo may not be fastest by .8 of a second or whatever the spec. is but the Northstar Engine is smooth quiet and really immediately resposvive to the drivers wishes. Like power under control and enough of it for all but a few.
I think I prefer a delay in the latest of high tech until it's works right. I'm sure faster V-6's are wating for us.
Look at what GM is putting in that new Cadillac series with 0-60 times at frightnigly low numbers! High tech is at GM.
Let them get the bugs out at Caddy and then offer it at Buick later.
but on CXS Magnetic Variable Steering is standard, and on CXL,optional. (I think with the V-8 only)
I am awaiting my CX and would not want the condition bc101a describes in my new car.
Liked 62veeps's sugestion try another(or 2) on the lot.
I have noticed a rare clicking from the speakers (it's happened maybe 10 times) that almost sounds like an older speedometer cable sticking. Wierdest thing is that if I hit the turn signal, it stops immediately, otherwise it will go away on its own in about 20 seconds. Also, at about 8,000 miles it felt like the brakes were cutting into the rotors. I took it to the dealer (my brother is the service manager), and the brakes were fine with only a very small inconsistency in the rotor. I'm curious to see if this recurs.
2014 Malibu 2LT, 2015 Cruze 2LT,
"static discharge" within the radio's electronics.
The next time it happens,try to turn on other items like the brakes, tail lights or cigar lighter. Seems that as you draw power from another path it "fixes" the radio for now. Try to describe problem in great detail (as you have done) to the service manager but ask if he can e-mail the radio electronics division,(Delco) at Buick that they may be able to come up with a fix.
Does your car have the Harmon-Kardon Radio Option?
My new Lucerne,soon to be delivered will have this option.
Too bad,no matter the kind of car,it takes some time to get out those darned "bugs".
My old 94 Park Ave. had some sort of auto-valve that changed power assist over about 15 Mph. and it felt just right at both low and high speeds. In trying to improve things Buick should not forget what was already proven to be a perfect balance.
I hope that you can get this back to Buick so it can be
reviewed and this calibration may be changed in future models.
Dont let it go,Let Buick Know!
I guess your getting an '07 buickfan? I'm still trying to decide if I should pull the trigger on an '06 or not....a '07 Harley is in my near future so I don't know.
They're changing the motor and tranny in those this year I hope they have the bugs worked out....ah what am I thinking not Harley
Thanks.
A detailed message about the Lucerne is posted on a newer
Forum called "Large Sedans for under $30,000 Comparison."
Click on that Forum at the start of the choices found in the Buick Lucerne Message Board heading.
Posting #108(@ Large Sedans---) took me quite some time to write, but I think a prospective buyer might find it helpful.
Also the new Lucerne steering is quite a bit more sporty/sensitive than the old LeSabre. Buick has been racheting up the steering/handling and compromises are made which some will not like.
Thanks for info. I will save it.
YES a car is a rolling billboard, great "free" advertising.
Buick definitely should have retained the3 color tri shield emblems,rather than saving a buck, and use chrome only.
DTS & Lucerne CXS, I've noticed that the DTS offers overdrive with the NorthStar but the Buick website does
mention overdrive for Lucerne CXS w/NorthStar. Does anyone know if this is available with the Buick?
The chrome shield with see thru to the body is much more high end appearing. Simple and sharp.