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  Power, Great Value, Ive owned 5 of Them - 1996 Buick Roadmaster
  By roadmaster5 - March 23 - 12:58 pm

  I echo what the other reviewers said, but the car does have its faults: the roof windows leak, not a lot, but they all do it enough to make the interior foggy on cold mornings. I park mine facing uphill and drill drain holes in the spare tire well and storage bin. The side rubber moldings come off after a dozen years, but dont throw them away. 3M exterior mounting tape puts them back as good as new, same for the interior door trim pieces whose tabs always break. The rear vent windows come off their hinges. Cynoacrylate gel does a decent job of putting them back. Rear windows go cockeyed after a plastic piece breaks--every car eventually. Its a $1 part and removing the door panel.

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  Vintage GM - 1996 Buick Roadmaster
  By JRD - June 10 - 12:31 pm

  This is the kind of car GM builds better than anyone else. I bought this to replace my older GM boats (1972 Electra and Riviera). I remember not liking these when they were new but now they seem to have a presence when compared to the other cars on the road. The LT-1 is fantastic as is the transmission. Very good power and roadability. I have to agree with other reviewers that the interior is somewhat poorly designed especially the door panels. The plastic front and rear bumpers dont seem that strong and chrome trim on them tends to come off (its chrome tape.) I still give this car high marks for all around comfort and reliability.

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  The best free car ever! - 1996 Buick Roadmaster
  By sideiwnder13us - March 22 - 7:58 pm

  I was driving a 1986 v6 5 speed camaro that I got for $100.00 for 2 yrs. It was on its last broken leg. I was told of this 96 ESTATE WAGON for free. the old man was sick & dieing his family said If you want it you can have it. Its got just under 300. miles on it and it needed a fuel pump & a battery that I got out of my camaro. I have had it for 2 yrs now & I love it.

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  last of the best - 1996 Buick Roadmaster
  By tikiwagon - May 23 - 6:32 pm

  I had been wanting a "Roadie" wagon since i was 16 and now that I finally have one im not disappointed. the best car ive owned... there are owners clubs out there for these cars (they are called B-Bodies ). parts are still readily available. i live in hilly western pa and I get 22-25 hwy mpg i have gotten as high as 28 in flat florida on vacation. the car drives smaller than it is. and is not hard to park. it will carry a 4x8 sheet of plywood with the tailgate closed. the areas to look closely at when buying one are 1. body rot particularly the 1/4 panel just past the rear tires. 2. air compressor issues (if air suspension equipped) 3. rear axle leaks 4. water leaks.

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  1996 Roadmaster - 1996 Buick Roadmaster
  By dan - November 12 - 10:54 pm

  Very great drive train. Poor interior and exterior trim. Way below average. 1993 was much better. Like car but wouldnt buy another 1996 because of lousy trim and interior quality

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  Looking for body moulding parts - 1996 Buick Roadmaster
  By Rett - April 4 - 3:00 am

  This is a wonderfull car that is fun to drive. Shortly after I puchase it with 88000 miles I lost a main bearing and had to replace the enging. When I bought this car the body was in great shape all except the body mouldings. There is damage on all sides. I am having a hard time finding replacement parts. Can anyone help me.

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  Roadmaster Reliable - 1996 Buick Roadmaster
  By kevallen - April 22 - 2:00 am

  Purchased the car as the "family" car, big enough for four to travel comfortably with plenty of room to spare in the trunk. My wife and I are in our 30s and have two young children. The LT1 engine is a delight and quite a surprise to those who think they can blow by you on the highway. This baby moves! The most comfortable car Ive ever driven on long road trips. After 95000 miles the engine doesnt drink a drop of oil between changes.

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  Roadmaster Raves - 1996 Buick Roadmaster
  By kevallen - March 5 - 2:00 am

  Bought the car to fill my expanding family needs. Fits the bill perfectly as a safe reliable and powerful car with excellent long distance travel comfort.

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  HEAVY CRUISER - 1996 Buick Roadmaster
  By max38 - July 2 - 2:00 am

  Where else on the planet can you find such a versitile car like this... without going broke ? Full perimiter frame, power to spare, an ungodly towing capacity, all the creature comforts... and the damn things just dont die ! Great for family or formal.

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  I love my big daddy wagon - 1996 Buick Roadmaster
  By Tim-Tuk-2 - April 11 - 2:00 am

  Great car, reliable, bukoo power, looks funny - okay even a bit ugly, the favorite car of my Sheltie and Aussie, highway gas mileage better than many an econo car, sleeps two!, and can carry sheets of plywood with the tailgate up!