Buick Enclave
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Q: Can you still make special orders for cars through GM? How long will that take for a Buick Enclave?
My family is about to purchase a Buick Enclave. We want it in the White Diamond color and any of the models with that color on the lot are about $50,000. We are going to get one in the 42-44k range. We are wondering if we can still make special orders and get the car within a couple weeks.
A: right now it will take a good long time. all of gm’s production plants are shut down while their bankruptcy goes thru, that means nothing is being built, special order or not.
Q: Where is the wiring harness for a 2008 Buick Enclave?
I am going to put a trailer hitch receiver on an 2008 Buick Enclave. Any one know where the wiring harness is under the vehicle for the 4 prong plug?
A: It is not factory installed and you need the harness as well as the jumper box.Sorry for your luck.
Q: I want a license plate frame for the front of my 2008 Buick Enclave. How can I get parts?
I have checked the GM sites, and they don’t even have a category for 2008 Enclave accessories–I guess it’s too new. I must admit I’m surprised that Buick isn’t even listed under Yahoo’s list of car makes.
A: Check with the dealer directly or try to use a universal bracket. You can pick one up at a local auto parts store.
Q: Why should anybody buy a Chevrolet Traverse over a Buick Enclave?
The Buick Enclave is definitely one of the most elegant SUVs I have ever seen and plan to buy. Esthetically it has a lot more going for it than comparably sized German models (Audi Q7, BMW X5, Mercedes GL and VW Touareg) and Japanese makes (Lexus LX).
What sense does it make for GM to now introduce the Chevy Traverse. It looks like a bare-bones Enclave.
A: Price. Styling.
Not everyone can afford a Buick Enclave and not everyone appreciates all the chrome that comes on the Buick Enclave. The same goes for the GMC Acadia. For these people there is the Chevrolet Traverse. It’s GM’s interpretation of the minivan.
Buick Enclave competes with luxury Crossovers/SUVs like the ones you mentioned and it beats them. Chevrolet Traverse competes with regular crossovers/SUV’s like Honda Pilot, Toyota Highlander, Ford Flex, etc.
The two vehicles compete in two completely different market segments. If any vehicle doesn’t make sense I’d say it’s GMC Acadia, because it doesn’t fit the brand profile (Professional Grade) and it somewhat competes with Enclave (luxury crossover/suv) even more so with the new Denali trim.
Q: What is your opinion about the new buick enclave?
what is the difference in 2008 buick enclave vs a mini van
A: Mini vans have sliding doors the enclave doesn’t. Other than that they are very similar.
Q: Does any know what the resale value is on the Buick Enclave?
I know the resale value for Nissan has always been high but what about for Buick. Is is really worth paying the extra money if when you drive it off the lot you lose $10,000.00. I recently test drove the Nissan Rogue and that vehicle rode so stiff I just went 2 blocks and immediately drove it back to the lot and left.
A: The Enclave is new for 2008 model year, so any yahoos guess is as good as yours for resale value.
My gut says it will resale very good compared to lumpy terazza , and giant freak Rendevous…..In Motor Trends SUV of the year comparo, the guys (and girls) were drooling over it. The only reason the Mazda CX 9 beat it was the massive 5100 lbs of the buick.
they called it ..”possibly the best buick ever made” .and “they’ll sell a ton on looks alone”.
This is a big effort from GM. Is it worth buying new when the 1st year depreciation is so bad? We buy 16.5 million new cars a year in USA, you get full, not remaining warrantee, you enjoy each pampered mile.
Q: How do you change a burnt out tail light in a 09 Buick Enclave?
My wife’s enclave has a burnt out taillight.. How do you change the bulb ? I don’t see how to take the lens off or remove the light Assembly. It is NOTHING like my 67 Firebird. HELP ?!
A: take it to autozone and act (sic) like a dumb blonde, they may put it in for you
Q: How does the Buick Enclave front wheel drive handle on snow covered roads?
A: It’s just a big FWD car – it’ll be decent, but if it’s a concern, the best solution is to put four winter tires on it. I have an Accord and I have four Hankook snows mounted on rims – it works very well in the snow. And because I have them mounted – changing them is a snap, I do it myself.
Remember – AWD does not help you stop, only go – and people generally get in accidents because they can’t stop. Winter tires make a huge difference. Go to tirerack.com or tires.com. They’ll cost less than the AWD would have been, and you’ll get more life from the standard tires since they won’t be on as much, which will offset a large portion of the cost.
Hope this helps.
Q: Buick Enclave or Chrysler Town and Country?
We are looking for a a car that can seat 7 and has a big trunk. and we do not know weather to get the Enclave or the Town & Country W/ Swivel n Go and the power folding 3rd row. Which one do you like the best?
A: The Buick Enclave..no comparison. I would test drive them both for yourself, but I have read alot about both and even carry one
Q: Does the 2008 Buick Enclave have paddle shiters?
If so, does only a certain trim have paddles? If possible, please give me a link showing the paddle shifters on the steering wheel.
A: Beautiful crossover, no? No they do not have paddles, but there is a manual shift mode on the standard 6 speed transmission for the Enclave, the design is actually pretty unique it is a +/- button on the gear lever. No other vehicle I’ve seen has that design.
Q: How much $ does it cost 2 fill up a Durango; a Buick Enclave & Jeep Commander @ $4/gallon?PLZ!!!?
I am comparing these 3 vehicles to decide on the best choice for my summer vacation family rental. If you only know the amount for one vehicle, that would be great! Thanks so much!
A: Check this web site. it will give you MPG all cars, trucks and vans http://www.fueleconomy.gov/
Q: how many of you have bought the Buick Enclave, Saturn Outlook or GMC Acadia?
These are crossovers from GM that get 26 mpg highway. Please also state whether you get FWD or AWD. thx.
A: I have a 2008 Buick enclave FWD and it is better than any car I have ever driven- and working for Motor Trend, I have driven a LOT of vehicles.
GM decided to take its first whack at a luxury crossover back when I was studying the internals of the organization for my dissertation. The Board of Directors directed that something be throw together as quickly and as cheaply as possible. Following orders, the product development organization created the Buick Rendezvous by relying heavily on the corporation’s minivan platform.
As is usually the case when fast and cheap are the top priorities, the Rendezvous wasn’t very good. It looked ungainly, it was slow, and the chassis didn’t excel at ride or handling. It did sell fairly well, but only because the post-incentive price was low.
For 2008, Buick has replaced the Rendezvous with the Enclave. This time around, GM has put the priority on creating a best-in-segment product. Have they succeeded? I took an Enclave for a test drive to find out. I would have preferred to test a loaded leather-trimmed all-wheel-drive CXL, but the initial production run appears to be composed almost entirely of the front-wheel-drive cloth-upholstered CX. So that’s what I drove.
Q: how do you remotely start a 2010 Buick Enclave CXL 1?
A: Using the remote, lock the doors(even if they are already locked), then press the start button. Mine is on top of the remote & has an arrow.
If this doesn’t work, consult your manual…
Q: What is the name of the song in that Buick Enclave commercial?
A: Is it Here Comes The Hotstepper by Ini Kamoze ?
Q: How do you reset the oil life system on an 08′ Buick Enclave?
A: turn the ignition key to the on position (don’t start) and depress the gas pedal 3 times with in 10 seconds.
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