Overview & Reviews
Who woulda thought -- a Buick SUV? More accurately, the Rendezvous is one of a new breed of crossover vehicles that combines the look and utility of an SUV with the comfort of a touring car. The Rendezvous is based on the Pontiac Aztek, itself based on GM's minivan family consisting of the Chevrolet Venture, Pontiac Montana and Oldsmobile Silhouette.
- Available third-row seat that folds flush with the load floor, independent rear suspension, optional rear parking assist.
- Down on power compared to the competition, minimal off-road capability.
User Reviews:
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Great features - zero reliability - 2002 Buick Rendezvous
By Kevin - December 27 - 8:40 pmI absolutely loved this car - for the first 51,000 miles. Then the left front wheel hub bearing failed. At 59,000 miles, the upper and lower intake gaskets. 64,000 miles the body control module failed. This causes your lights to begin randomly flashing, while your horn begins honking all by themselves. Then the A/C condensor, right wheel hub bearing, transmission, ignition key switch and security module, and now the blower motor speed resistor. Previous GM Lumina had same reliability, even though I maintain my cars. Thought Buick would be better.
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BUICKS LITTLE KEPT SECRET - 2002 Buick Rendezvous
By dFOMBYKIDS - December 14 - 2:00 amI WAS IN MARKET FOR A VEHICLE WITH A THIRD ROW, NEEDED TO BE ABLE SEAT 2 CAR SEATS AND A 10YEAR OLD, GROCERIES STROLLER ETC.THE TEST DRIVE WENT VERY WELL, THE SUV HANDLED MORE LIKE A CAR, WHICH WAS GREAT. iT RIDES SIMILIAR TO A MERCEDES, VERY SMOOTH. INTERIOR SPACE IS WHAT WAS THE DECISION FOR US TO KEEP SHOPPING. THERE IS NO ROOM FOR ANYTHING BEHIND THE THIRD ROW. THE SECOND ROW SPACE IS CRAMPED. IF YOU HAVE 2 KIDS IN CAR SEATS I SUGGEST YOU KEEP SHOPPING.
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Good kidmover, mileage should be better - 2002 Buick Rendezvous
By BillJonna - December 14 - 2:00 amNo real problems. The knob adjustment for the lumbar gets knocked off if youre not careful exiting the drivers seat, but slides back on. I just removed it. It rides more like a Van that anything. Youre up high and need to be to see around the mickey mouse ears for side mirrors. It handles on ice exceptionally with the AWD and thats a reason I bought it. I like the chisel cut design of the exterior. It jumps to the response of the accelerator, way more tranny jump than I like. Its my wifes car and she doent "go there" so it works out OK.
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Laidbackjack of Graysville, Ala. - 2002 Buick Rendezvous
By Councilman - November 14 - 10:00 amMy Buick is fun to drive, handles very well, we bought it for the ride (my wife has very painful back trouble), we like the automatic settings of mirrors, seats, etc. We just love it! I really like being able to see my speed refected in the windshield so that I dont have to look away from the road. Everyone, including our passengers like the ease of entry & exit.
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Stress factor - 2002 Buick Rendezvous
By booo buick - October 27 - 11:59 pmEver since I got this car it has caused tension, especially in the winter. The electrical problem is such that the car just dies and its not the battery! The a/c has gone, the brakes have gone, and there was a bearing problem and tires getting worn due to easy skid on the turns, no control. Very disappointed with this car. I hope it lasts me another year or so at least.
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Growing up - 2002 Buick Rendezvous
By angel428 - October 13 - 1:52 amThis has probably been the best grown up decision I have ever made. There is enough room to bring the whole group shopping or on a weekend getaway. Easy to park and good on gas so I can go more often. Definely recomended for those who need a good quality car without knowing what the future holds for the next several years.
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Rendezvous Well - 2002 Buick Rendezvous
By KingKirkPA - September 15 - 10:00 amRendezvous is a well designed SUV. It is comfortable to drive both on open road and in town. Forward Visibility is excellent although the backward view is somewhat restricted. It drives with a feeling of power and grace. Possibly slightly underpowered however.
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Nothing but trouble - 2002 Buick Rendezvous
By jbholt - August 12 - 10:50 amLet me start by saying that for the first 1.5 - 2 years, we loved this vehicle. At about 40,000 miles (just after the warranty ran out), we started to have problems that I dont think should ever occur on such a new vehicle. The air conditioning compressor cracked, and we were told that it was an engineering flaw (replaced to the tune of over $900). Just this week, we had to replace the head gaskets (Ive NEVER had to replace head gaskets before) and the fan motor --- this bill was $1331. Because of the problems we have had with this vehicle, we will never buy another GM (weve been loyal GM customers for the last 17 years).
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Its been horrible - 2002 Buick Rendezvous
By Hate it - August 10 - 3:50 pmI have had nothing but problems with this vehicle. Air conditioner several times, manifold gasket, bearings, etc. You name it and Ive put money in to it. I dont expect this vehicle to last the length of my loan. I had to call Buick and they did agree to pay some of the bills that Ive had. Ive put 3500 in to this car in a year and a half. I wont buy another Buick again, this was my second try and I got another lemon.
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Please Dont Purchase - 2002 Buick Rendezvous
By Nikki Smith - July 25 - 11:59 amWe bought this car in March for room. We traded in a Toyota Camry for it. The day after we drove it home, the air conditoning went out , and took 3 days to fix. Then on Memorial Day weekend , it went dead on me in another town, and we had to find a ride home. That was another couple of weeks without the ca,r and the dealership couldnt find out what was wrong with it. 2 weeks later, it left me on the side of the road again with a 2 month old. By the time of my 3rd payment, I hadnt actually had the car 3 weeks. No one could find out what was wrong, and the dealership wouldnt take it back. Still having problems. A bad experience.
