Overview & Reviews
Buick's LeSabre receives only minor trim changes for 2002. Limited models get additional standard features and new 16-inch wheels, while all models get new radios, manual trunk release latches and the LATCH system for securing child safety seats.
- Modern interior with room for six, huge trunk, torquey and economical V6.
- Fuddy-duddy image, no split/folding rear seat, lacks V8 prestige.
User Reviews:
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Awesome First Car - 2002 Buick LeSabre
By macy - August 27 - 11:09 pmPROS: -I have the titanium blue color and its so pretty. -HUGE trunk. -very roomy -pretty good gas mileage -motor hasnt failed me once -nice steering wheel -comfy seats CONS: -for some reason the parking lights wont turn off automatically, you have to press the "twilight" button twice -steering is difficult at first -very low to the ground. speed bumps are brutal -Seatbelts are a little funky -radio has said "clean player" from day one haha. still works fine though. -driver power window broke overall nice car though given its age and use
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grand dad car - 2002 Buick LeSabre
By Anderson - January 21 - 7:00 pmone of the best cars I have every owned have a 2000 with 396000 miles not done any work to engine
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A deceptive piece of junk - 2002 Buick LeSabre
By stevemay71 - May 30 - 6:49 pmThey ride nice, they are quiet - when things dont rattle and stuff begins to rattle after only 65K miles. The dashboard, the glove compartment etc. 3800 Series II reliable engine? Not true. Head gasket replaced, 3 out of 4 motor mounts shot, mass air flow sensor dead, ignition coil (cyl 1+4) dead - all between 65K and 75K miles. Sunroof seal began to leak into the trunk. Heated driver seat broken. Several bulbs in the dash and steering wheel broken. Headrest cover broken. Maybe car is nice when its new but it does not hold up. Age or mileage gets to these suckers. If youre considering one, have it checked out very very thoroughly - then LOWBALL the heck on the price.
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My LeSabre Story - 2002 Buick LeSabre
By buickowner2013 - November 7 - 9:09 pmI got my LeSabre from a great-grandma who had stopped driving in 2012 and had put only 39,000 miles on it. Despite its "fuddy duddy" image it has been a great car. Its very roomy, actually gets decent gas mileage on the highway (mid-upper 20s?) and makes for a good road tripping car. With the exception of one additional window that had to get fixed, and one that may stop working at some point, it has had no significant issues.
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window regulators - 2002 Buick LeSabre
By hmcculloch - May 15 - 12:02 pmI bought my buick used,in 2006 and it only had 22,000 kms on it.while ive been satisfied with the overall performance of the vehicle.I ran into problems the last two years with the window regulators.First the two rear windows went and I had them repaired at $450 each one.These windows were never used very much so they could not have worn out.This yeat the front passenger one malfunctioned and that too cost excess on $450.00.The pats alone was $278.00.For Buick to state they have had no complaints is a bald face lie.It wouldnt be so bad if they had at least reimbursed part of the repair. That will be my last buick I buy.
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My 2002 LeSabre - 2002 Buick LeSabre
By shadetree61 - January 29 - 9:42 amI have owned many cars in my life, and this is definately one of the best. With just under 180K on it, I am now having to do the first major repair, an intake manifold gasket. I have read many negative reviews on this model, and would question how much care has been taken of the car. I have done regular oil changes, tuneups, brakes, etc. that any car needs, and this car has never left me stranded. I would buy another buick when I need another car without question. I wish they still made Lesabres.
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A Lemon - 2002 Buick LeSabre
By exbuickdriver - June 4 - 1:55 amThis car was a lemon almost immediately after we bought it with 40,000 miles on it. In the first 20,000 miles the following parts needed replacement: plenum gasket,right drive bearing, and left drive bearing. All were expensive fixes costing $250-$500. Sensors wore out frequently on the motor. The MAP sensor and fuel regulator sensors were the last to go. While it rode nice, this car was poorly built and I wont buy another Buick Lesabre. I suggest reading the Edmunds reliability section before considering buying this model or any with the Series II 3.8L V-6. The garage bills far outweigh the positives on this car!!
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Faulty window regulators - 2002 Buick LeSabre
By Joe - November 22 - 2:00 amI got a deal on this car used, one owner, only 30,000 miles but the deal went sour after repalcing all four window units at about $600 a pop. Now my rear passenger side door will not lock or unlock (except manually) and the window will not operate. I was told it was a module that would cost around $400 to replace. I am not fixing it I am selling the car. This well maintained car with only 66,000 miles probably has a lot of good wear left, but it is costing me money parked in my driveway most of the time. I am not going to risk spending $1,000 per door. Anyone hears of a class action, I am in!!
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Window mechanism = hidden warranty - 2002 Buick LeSabre
By Budster McMitchell - August 19 - 12:43 pm2 of my window regulators went bad while still under warranty. The last one was not covered, $750.00 with labor. I read where lots of others with 2002 LeSabre had same problems with crap window regulators. This is obviously a hidden warranty, should be recalled, but it wasnt. For sure i will not buy another GM product for rest of my life. It is comfortable for my frame at 64" and 300 lbs and has never left me stranded, but the window regulators is a future deal killer as far as GM goes. Im hoping my 4th window doesnt go as well..Another $750.00 ? The faux wood panels in the dash are horrific too.
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Great Car! - 2002 Buick LeSabre
By Doug - August 28 - 2:50 pmBought it new in 2002-wifes car. Didnt put a lot of miles on it but took it on several 1000 plus mile vacations and trips. It was a smooth ride, quiet and comfortable. It could have used a little more power, but the 3800 was more than adequate for what we used the car for. Had a few warranty issue when new, nothing mechanical, and the dealer fixed them all quickly and no questions asked. It was never in the shop for a mechanical problem. Traded it about a week ago for a Lucerne.
