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Re: Used LaCrosse CXS - Any concerns? [nosirrahg]
by lacrossesoaked
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Nov 09, 2007 (10:26 am)
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Replying to: nosirrahg (Nov 09, 2007 8:24 am)
I purchased my '05 LaCrosse CXS slightly used in July 05. Problems: rainwater leak on passenger side, soaked the footwell; after three trips to the dealer, finally resolved; bad seam in the body frame bar was the cause; power sun roof stopped working; dealer replaced motor; cruise control was not working at all; I pulled the fuse and replaced (the same fuse) and problem corrected; Conclusion: after all this stuff was fixed/repaired, I am thoroughly satisfied with the vehicle. The "stabilitrak" system is impressive; it has kicked in a few times in the snow/rain. Very roomy driver and passenger areas and rides very comfortably on long trips. Final assembly was done in Oshawa, Ontario (if that helps). The OnStar is a nice perk; my wife drives on long trips solo; nice to know that help is just a button away; the phone works in locations cell phones do not have reception.
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- #2213 of 2281
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Re: Used LaCrosse CXS - Any concerns? [lacrossesoaked]
by nosirrahg
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Nov 09, 2007 (1:49 pm)
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Replying to: lacrossesoaked (Nov 09, 2007 10:26 am)
Do you keep track of your gas mileage, and if so can you give me an idea of what your best/worst tank-full has been in terms of MPG?
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Re: Used LaCrosse CXS - Any concerns? [nosirrahg]
by hitman1970
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Nov 09, 2007 (7:32 pm)
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Replying to: nosirrahg (Nov 09, 2007 1:49 pm)
I have a 2006 LaCrosse CXS. I love this car. I have averaged just under 21 MPG combined for the 16,600 miles I have put on the car so far. I have had zero problems with this vehicle. I have only two complaints. I find the paint to be a bit soft. Also, I wish I had an aux input for the audio system as I have finally gotten into the 21st century with respect to music with a Zune/MP3 player this year. I love the XM radio. I have the Harmon Kadon sound system with a six disc changer. No issues with my sunroof. Fog lights are nice and bright. Seats are comfortable on long road trips. Seat heaters rock on cold mornings.
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Re: Used LaCrosse CXS - Any concerns? [hitman1970]
by jimmy2x
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Nov 10, 2007 (12:09 pm)
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Replying to: hitman1970 (Nov 09, 2007 7:32 pm)
It is unfortunate - but the lack of an AUX input or failing that, an old-fashioned cassett deck is the sole reason that I will not even consider an '08 LaCrosse. Have had a 5G IPod for several years, and as a salesman it is a big help during long drives.
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Re: Used LaCrosse CXS - Any concerns? [jimmy2x]
by hitman1970
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Nov 10, 2007 (1:28 pm)
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Replying to: jimmy2x (Nov 10, 2007 12:09 pm)
Yeah it is a shame on the Aux input. I finally bought the Zune and some Bose QC2 headphones to keep my sanity as my job is now requiring lots of airline travel for business.
I have high expections for the Epsilon II LaCrosse coming out in 2009/2010. I am expecting to replace this car with another Buick if it continues to meet my expectations.
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Re: Used LaCrosse CXS - Any concerns? [hitman1970]
by 62vetteefp
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Nov 12, 2007 (4:37 am)
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Replying to: hitman1970 (Nov 10, 2007 1:28 pm)
The reason the LaCrosse has no aux is it was out before the boom in iPod type radios. The radio used in GM cars back in '05 did not have an aux input while the new GM family radio brought out in '06 or so did.
So, unfrotunately we will probably not see the aux (new radio does not fit in old LaCrosse hole and adding aux woudl be cost prohibitive) until next year with the new Eps II LaCrosse.
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Re: Used LaCrosse CXS - Any concerns? [62vetteefp]
by hitman1970
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Nov 12, 2007 (4:42 pm)
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Replying to: 62vetteefp (Nov 12, 2007 4:37 am)
That is ok with me. I am pretty disciplined about holding onto my vehicles for a set amount of time before trade in (six years). EP II LaCrosse will probably have been through one Mid Cycle Enhancement before I make my next purchase. I have been very happy with XM between the 80s/Big Tracks/ Lucy channels.
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Re: Used LaCrosse CXS - Any concerns? [hitman1970]
by 62vetteefp
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Nov 12, 2007 (7:09 pm)
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Replying to: hitman1970 (Nov 12, 2007 4:42 pm)
Love the XM. In fact I have no real desire to buy an ipod due to having XM in my house and cars. I am able to play music off my palm pilot but rarely seem to do that since I seem to be in positions where I listen to XM.
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Oil Change Light
by tod124
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Nov 30, 2007 (11:33 am)
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I have had my 2006 LaCrosse CX for about a year now and love it. I bought it used in October of 2006 w/only around 13k on it. I recently had an oil change on it, but the check oil light has been coming on. I checked the oil several times and the level was fine and the oil quality appeared to be good. Anybody know anything about this? I don't think it has that oil life indicator like the CXS does...but not sure.
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Re: Oil Change Light [tod124]
by 62vetteefp
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Nov 30, 2007 (2:27 pm)
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Replying to: tod124 (Nov 30, 2007 11:33 am)
Does have oil life indicator.
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