BRP800 Posted October 20, 2011 Share Posted October 20, 2011 Since I sold my 2005 LegacyGT LTD wagon, my 4th Subaru, last week I leased a Buick LaCrosse AWD Pkg 2, 3.6L, and 6 speed auto/manual. List approx $36,000. Color diamond mist paint $600 optional. Since I've turned the 73 yrs. old barrier, my needs have changed. What a car. 0-60 under 7 seconds. Smoothest ride I've ever had. Suspension choices NORMAL or SPORT. Power seat is like 8 ways adjustable including electric lumbar. My first oem XM radio w/graphic equalizer. Still can't fully use all settings. Complicated. Steering wheel adj. height and reach. Fabulous headlights. The optional Nakamichi must be really complicated. Subaru was great. But the AWD, Michelin tires, skid control, traction control, remote starting, power trunk open, I think, is much nicer overall.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Magic Marker Posted October 20, 2011 Share Posted October 20, 2011 Let's see the pics. 2011 Volvo S60T6 & 2013 Volvo XC60T6 Polestar Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mdzowner Posted October 20, 2011 Share Posted October 20, 2011 i test drove a regal turbo just for shiz and giggles. it was really well appointed inside but the engine at 220 hp sucked Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eldiablo Posted October 20, 2011 Share Posted October 20, 2011 I like the new Buicks. I'll probably get one when I turn 73 too. My VB Garage... Pumping the air back into despair Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hmmrdwn Posted October 20, 2011 Share Posted October 20, 2011 The Buicks are much better looking and improved. GM seems to be focusing their efforts on Buicks instead of pontiac, saturn, etc. Buicks generally appeal to blue hairs and chinese (a top selling car in China), but they are expanding their customer demographics. Subarus target market younger people. A buddy bought a Buick and then asked him if he was getting old (he's not). When I checked it out, it was really nice. Buick does have the stigma of being an old farts car though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BRP800 Posted October 20, 2011 Author Share Posted October 20, 2011 i test drove a regal turbo just for shiz and giggles. it was really well appointed inside but the engine at 220 hp sucked The engine you want is the 305 hp 3.6. Big, big difference. Working on pics. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Carpe_Diem Posted October 20, 2011 Share Posted October 20, 2011 i test drove a regal turbo just for shiz and giggles. it was really well appointed inside but the engine at 220 hp sucked The Regal Turbo GS 270hp I think might be worth a look.... http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_FoXyvaPSnVk/S_lPWAQj2bI/AAAAAAAC4bg/eqJTDS8_PCk/s800/2011-Buick-Regal-GS-001.jpg http://www.autoshowconcept.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/03/2010-Buick-Regal-GS-Concept-Interior-View.jpg Congrats on your new ride though! Buick looks to be going in the right direction. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TrueWhiteBoy Posted October 20, 2011 Share Posted October 20, 2011 The Buicks are much better looking and improved. GM seems to be focusing their efforts on Buicks instead of pontiac, saturn, etc. I should hope so Buicks have generally seemed like nice cars, I've just always questioned their reliability. When the time comes I'll cross shop some and see what customer experiences and Consumer Reports say and go from there. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dmanaenk Posted October 20, 2011 Share Posted October 20, 2011 I'd rather have FWD with a LSD front diff than buick awd. 666 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EvoFire Posted October 20, 2011 Share Posted October 20, 2011 The Regal Turbo GS 270hp I think might be worth a look.... http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_FoXyvaPSnVk/S_lPWAQj2bI/AAAAAAAC4bg/eqJTDS8_PCk/s800/2011-Buick-Regal-GS-001.jpg http://www.autoshowconcept.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/03/2010-Buick-Regal-GS-Concept-Interior-View.jpg Congrats on your new ride though! Buick looks to be going in the right direction. Not interested, I only want the full blown OPC version Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Magic Marker Posted October 20, 2011 Share Posted October 20, 2011 I like the look of the newer Buicks. Not sure if I'd ever buy one. Maybe a short term lease. 2011 Volvo S60T6 & 2013 Volvo XC60T6 Polestar Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hmmrdwn Posted October 21, 2011 Share Posted October 21, 2011 I should hope so Buicks have generally seemed like nice cars, I've just always questioned their reliability. When the time comes I'll cross shop some and see what customer experiences and Consumer Reports say and go from there. Doh! I didn't write that very well....since pontiac, saturn, etc. are gone. The Buicks do seem a bit over priced, but with GM's inflate and negotiate marketing, they could be affordable after rebates and dealer incentives. The MSRP prices induce sticker shock though.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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