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#13 of 87 Oil Change by dodgeman07

Dec 29, 2011 (2:20 pm)

I took my new 2011 Lacrosse in to the local Buick dealer for her first oil change today.
 
They had 2 new 2012 Veranos sitting unlocked on the lot. One was an SD1 (the base) with the only option being red crystal paint at $325 + $885 destination putting it right at $23,800 MSRP.
 
A very nice car. Solid feeling doors and an interior fit for an Audi A4. It seems much more upscale than the Cruze. EPA numbers of 21 City / 32 Hwy / 25 Combined came in a touch better than anticipated. This trim has everything I would want. The sliding armrest a very good feature and the cloth/leatherette seats offered firm support. A lot here for the money with the 2.4L 4-cyl and 6-sp auto plus a 7 color touch radio with Intellilink, 18" alloys and fog lamps all standard.
 
The SL1 (leather group) would be a tougher sell for me. It has $5,100 added to the sticker for a $28,900 MSRP. It had a sunroof, spoiler, red paint, and upgraded 18" alloys in addition to leather-heated seats, Bose Audio, leather-heated steering wheel and Passive Entry w/Push Button Start.
 
I was most impressed with the SD1 and would love to drive one when the 2.0L Turbo is available next summer.

#14 of 87 Re: Oil Change [dodgeman07] by m6user

Dec 29, 2011 (5:28 pm)

Replying to: dodgeman07 (Dec 29, 2011 2:20 pm)
I would look for that SL1 to be around $26k-$27k street price when the turbos arrive. That may be the time to move on one if the normally aspirated version fits the bill.

#15 of 87 Re: Oil Change [m6user] by dodgeman07

Dec 29, 2011 (10:44 pm)

Replying to: m6user (Dec 29, 2011 5:28 pm)
I agree a $26k price would be competitive on the loaded model. That might put the base SD1 around $21k - a great price for that car.
 
I have the same engine in my '11 Lacrosse and am very happy with it. It makes plenty of power from 3,000 rpms on up and delivers decent mileage. I have averaged nearly 25mpg in mixed driving over the first 4 months. The turbo will be worth a look though.
 
Before I bought my Lacrosse I drove several compact and midsize models. If the Verano had been available last summer, it would have been a "must drive".
 
I almost bought a '12 Focus Hatchback. I really sharp car but a touch too "sports car like" for my middle-age bones.

#16 of 87 One more thing...... by dodgeman07

Dec 30, 2011 (2:44 pm)

.......I forgot.
 
The Verano has a lot more curb appeal (to me) than the Cruze. It looks like a larger car too. I checked the dimensions and the Verano is nearly 3" longer and 1" wider than the Cruze.
 
 

#17 of 87 Re: One more thing...... [dodgeman07] by gregg_vw

Dec 31, 2011 (9:36 am)

Replying to: dodgeman07 (Dec 30, 2011 2:44 pm)
2.9" of extra length isn't really a significant difference, and neither is the 0.7" of extra width, but they did put it to good use in making the car look a bit more substantial than the Cruze.

#18 of 87 Re: One more thing...... [gregg_vw] by dodgeman07

Dec 31, 2011 (12:03 pm)

Replying to: gregg_vw (Dec 31, 2011 9:36 am)
3" of length is quite a bit and very noticeable, particularly on a compact car.
 
I was surprised at how much more "physical presence" the Verano has over the Cruze (and many other market-class compacts).
 
My sister/brother-in-law recently bought a 2012 VW Jetta TDI and I was shocked at how much larger it looks than others in the class.
 
The Verano is even bigger than their new Jetta. Except in price!

#19 of 87 Re: One more thing...... [dodgeman07] by gregg_vw

Dec 31, 2011 (2:54 pm)

Replying to: dodgeman07 (Dec 31, 2011 12:03 pm)
The Jetta is exactly the same length as my 2011 Volvo S60 (182"). The S60 has a longer wheelbase and is wider, so it looks bigger than similar sized cars like the Jetta and the Cruze. The Jetta adopted a bit of the Audi look, and that adds to its own in-the-metal presence. However, it is actually longer than the BMW 3 sedan and the Mercedes C Class sedan.
 
I did say the Verano looks bigger than the others. It is just that 2.9" added to the nose can happen with a modest styling change, such as the 2010 Fusion over the 2009. A grill change or bumper change can easily swallow that much extra length. Styling can add or detract from perceived size. Who would initially think that a Chrysler 300 is shorter than Lincoln MKS? The Lincoln is a bigger car, but somehow more truncated looking.

#20 of 87 Price on Buick Verano by jen727bf

Jan 02, 2012 (6:57 pm)

Anyone purchased one? We are trying to see how much discount we can get on this car. We took it for a test drive and fell in love. Any help would be greatly appreciated.
 
Thanks.
 
Jen

#21 of 87 Re: Price on Buick Verano [jen727bf] by amoszkowicz

Jan 03, 2012 (7:47 pm)

Replying to: jen727bf (Jan 02, 2012 6:57 pm)
No.
 
Waiting for lease info to be released and for the local dealership to get a few more in stock. Would like to check it out.

#22 of 87 Re: Price on Buick Verano [jen727bf] by robtroxel

Jan 04, 2012 (2:50 pm)

Replying to: jen727bf (Jan 02, 2012 6:57 pm)
I'd like to hear too. I don't like the MSRP when you load on up with all options

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