Overview & Reviews

The deletion of the Century Limited trim level from the 2003 model lineup leaves us with a lone Century this year, and it offers only a short list of updates. Most important to note is that antilock brakes, OnStar and the driver side-impact airbag are now optional, instead of standard equipment. Other standard features moved to the optional equipment list include the rear glass antenna, front bucket seats and accompanying center console, cassette player, split-folding rear seat, sunroof, heated exterior mirrors and the 15-inch aluminum wheels. Other changes remain largely aesthetic; a new exterior appearance package adds revised fascias, updated door moldings and a graphite color grille. Inside, the Century benefits only from new wood switch plates. There's also a new starter for improved cold weather cranking and an impact-absorbing headliner that exceeds new federal requirements.

• Roomy, clean styling, low base price.

• Stodgy image, mushy seats, engine lacks quiet smoothness of competitors.

User Reviews:

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  Great Buy - 2003 Buick Century
  By rickk - April 16 - 2:00 am

  In a few short weks I have found my return to American made cars to be a pleasure. I find it more comfortable than my Accord or Maxima. The test drive was equivalent to the Camry I was considering. Pound for pound the Century is thebuy of the century.

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  comfort-finally had to break down - 2003 Buick Century
  By hmaregon - February 21 - 2:00 am

  After renting a few of these on trips I decided I had to have the comfort of a big car but not at a big price. After researching the Century I was impressed with the bang one gets for the buck. It rides like a dream and my 24 mpg in the city [combined driving] is very impressive. Yes, its not very modern looking but Im already fantisizing about a LeSabre!

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  Bland, boring and vanilla - 2003 Buick Century
  By steeplejack - December 13 - 2:00 am

  I think the title says it all! Yeah, small glovebox, too high trunk loading, yada yada. But with a 23k sticker, this is my granfathers buick and it is boring.

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  Great Car - 2003 Buick Century
  By Frank T. - November 10 - 2:00 am

  This is a realy nice car! I feel like I got my monies worth. I bought a 2002 limited edition. The ride is very smooth and quiet. The leather seats are comfortable. The car seems like it costs a few grand more than I paid for it. If Buick really tried to market this car to all ages, theyd do well.

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  Low mileage isnt always good - 2003 Buick Century
  By David - October 26 - 8:42 am

  Purchased car 2 years ago, only had 36000 miles on it with all service records. Looked like new. After only 6000 miles the #5 fuel injector stuck open which flooded the cylinder with gas causing the compression ring to break. Due to low mileage I decided to have engine completely rebuilt by a very reputable machine shop. Car ran good for about another 6000 miles and started skipping on #3 cylinder. Inspection revealed valve stem had pulled out of head. In shop again and now so Ill have alot more in car than its worth. The 3.1 GM engine is a piece of junk. PERIOD

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  Century Hits the Spot - 2003 Buick Century
  By KSGofGA - September 20 - 2:00 am

  My wife and I rented an 02 Century while traveling. As I drove, I thought to myself that I could really get used to a vehicle like this. I traded in a 98 Grand Marquis and havent had a days regret. My Century is comfortable, quiet, smart. It handles predictably and surely. Theres plenty of room and support for big guys like me and plenty of trunk space too. Whatever the Buick people did to get this buggy going they ought to do again and again and again. We love this car. Occasionally, it even gets whistles from appreciative onlookers in spite of its generally non-sporty appearance. Its a terrific family sedan.

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  nice - 2003 Buick Century
  By thomas - August 24 - 2:00 am

  very good car for the money nice firm ride very happy so far

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  Adequate but not compelled to buy - 2003 Buick Century
  By tanman - August 20 - 2:00 am

  We-a traditional family of four-spent two weeks traveling up and down the mountains of Colorado. The 12 year old complained constantly about the lack of room (compared to dads Passat). Fuel economy was remarkable (26-28 mpg) but car felt underpowered. Seats had absolutely no support. Trunk roomy but poorly shaped. Passat wins here,too. This car is probably better than most of its American competitors. The General definitely has the transmission/engine combo well tuned. But if you want a real car, invest elsewhere.

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  nice sedan !!! - 2003 Buick Century
  By LoverGreen - August 4 - 2:00 am

  I believe this is ideal for many who love kinda simple styles. this is engineered well to work smoothly. its cabin is setup nice for merely housing 04 persons.

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  Look out large people - 2003 Buick Century
  By M Neviaser - July 20 - 3:38 am

  I am 6 foot 4 and weigh 230 pounds the car is simply not comfortable look out large people