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#2225 of 2335 Re: Used LaCrosse CXS - Any concerns? [62vetteefp] by smokeyjoe

Dec 31, 2007 (5:18 pm)

Replying to: 62vetteefp (Nov 12, 2007 5:37 am)
I disagree with 62vette.....the ipod and other MP3 players were quite popular by the early 2000s. Car manufacturers were quite slow in getting with the program, but by the time of the Lacrosse's debut, a number of competitors were rolling out their new midsized sedans with mp3 capability (Passat, Camry, most of the upscale imports). I e-mailed Buick in 2006 telling them they were really missing the boat, and cost themselves a sale (to me) by not having any aux option.
 
At the Indianapolis auto show last week, I noted to the Buick rep that, again, with me being in the market for a new car, I cannot consider Buick's Lacrosse since there is still no ipod option....and this leaves them one of the ONLY cars in this class without one in 2008. Accord, Camry, Passat, Impreza, Impala, Altima, etc., etc., etc. ALL have this as an option. If they want to get the Buick image past the "old person" stigma, then this is the first thing that needs to change.

#2226 of 2335 Re: Used LaCrosse CXS - Any concerns? [smokeyjoe] by 62vetteefp

Dec 31, 2007 (9:07 pm)

Replying to: smokeyjoe (Dec 31, 2007 5:18 pm)
Like I said, LaCrosse was designed with the old radio. Will need to wait until the new LaCrosse next year to ge the new chassis radio with mpe hook up.

#2227 of 2335 torque steer on new LaCrosse Super? by mark_wny

Jan 15, 2008 (1:10 pm)

I like what I see of the new Super. However, that's a lot of power (and weight) up front. Just wondering if there have been reports of excessive torque steer or other handling issues on the car.

#2228 of 2335 Re: torque steer on new LaCrosse Super? [mark_wny] by 62vetteefp

Jan 15, 2008 (1:28 pm)

Replying to: mark_wny (Jan 15, 2008 1:10 pm)
Look for Impala and Grand Prix articles with the V8. I think you will find it is there but not bad.

#2229 of 2335 Tie-Rod Ends by hitman1970

Jan 26, 2008 (10:31 pm)

During an oil change and tire rotation at 19600 miles recently my dealership service department noticed that my Tie-Rod Ends were wearing excessively. They ordered the parts and did the replacement and alignment under warranty.
 
Overall I was completely satisfied with service experience I got at Jimmy Smith Pontiac-Buick-GMC in Athens, AL. I know most post here about problems, but I thought it would be good to post a good news story on service. This is the type of stuff that will probably keep me driving Buicks for a long time to come.

#2230 of 2335 Re: Tie-Rod Ends [hitman1970] by 62vetteefp

Jan 27, 2008 (9:20 am)

Replying to: hitman1970 (Jan 26, 2008 10:31 pm)
Overall I was completely satisfied with service experience I got at Jimmy Smith Pontiac-Buick-GMC in Athens, AL. I know most post here about problems, but I thought it would be good to post a good news story on service. This is the type of stuff that will probably keep me driving Buicks for a long time to come.
 
Very true, few take the time to go on the net and say good things. One good thing is that Lexus and Buick tied at 145 problems per hundred vehicles at 3 years reliability according to JD Power. Tied for first place!!

#2231 of 2335 2008 LaCrosse? by mimi9

Feb 23, 2008 (6:05 am)

Is this 2008 LaCrosse? link title
http://www.mobile01.com/newsdetail.php?id=4933

#2232 of 2335 Re: 2008 LaCrosse? [mimi9] by 62vetteefp

Feb 23, 2008 (10:41 am)

Replying to: mimi9 (Feb 23, 2008 6:05 am)
That is the China LaCrosse that has been around for 5 years or so. The Shangai-GM guys designed their own body and interior based on the US LaCrosse.
 
For 2009 the LaCrosse will be one vehicle for everyone with minor differences. ?Same interior, same exterior.

#2234 of 2335 Dashboard disassembly 2005 Lacrosse by lacrossesoaked

May 29, 2008 (2:37 pm)

I have a screw loose and it is rattling somewhere behind the mid-console dashboard vents. Maybe it is not a screw but something is rattling. I am handy with tools would like to pull the dashboard off but I need a hint on how to start. Do I just pull at one of the corners or are there hidden fasteners which need to be dealt with first.
Thank you.

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