1996 Buick Roadmaster Reviews, Pricing & Specs
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User reviews for 1996 Buick Roadmaster
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by Anonymous
May 06, 2024
I am a previous Roadmaster owner. I seem to remember it being a 1980 model. I really love large cars. Body on frame, V8, RWD. Unfortunately,they dont build them anymore so I now have a 1998 Lincoln Town Car and a 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis. I am in the early stages of replacing the Lincoln.May 06, 2024
by Magnum F
Jan 31, 2023
A true jack of all trades automobile. A car that can comfortable carry 8 adults. Or it can haul a 6,000 lb trailer. Or it can haul 4x8 sheets of plywood or sheetrock in the back with the rear seats folded down. The ride of this cruiser is all luxury while being tough enough to work. In the winter, this cruiser can drive through 12 inches of snow on unplowed roads and it does not have 4 wheel drive!Jan 31, 2023
by Anonymous
Jul 27, 2022
Have owned & worn out 5 of them. True legend!Jul 27, 2022
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by Anonymous
May 06, 2024
I am a previous Roadmaster owner. I seem to remember it being a 1980 model. I really love large cars. Body on frame, V8, RWD. Unfortunately,they dont build them anymore so I now have a 1998 Lincoln Town Car and a 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis. I am in the early stages of replacing the Lincoln.May 06, 2024
by Magnum F
Jan 31, 2023
A true jack of all trades automobile. A car that can comfortable carry 8 adults. Or it can haul a 6,000 lb trailer. Or it can haul 4x8 sheets of plywood or sheetrock in the back with the rear seats folded down. The ride of this cruiser is all luxury while being tough enough to work. In the winter, this cruiser can drive through 12 inches of snow on unplowed roads and it does not have 4 wheel drive!Jan 31, 2023
by Anonymous
Jul 27, 2022
Have owned & worn out 5 of them. True legend!Jul 27, 2022
by Christopher S
Sep 12, 2020
Awesome power, ride. Improved technology over 60s and 70s land yachts.
Cavernous trunk. Perfect visibility
Living room on wheels.
Did I say stinky fast for a land yacht?
Smooth, faultless transmission. Liquid power to the rear wheels.
Party on!Sep 12, 2020
by paul e
Mar 23, 2020
it has everything that was available in 1996, even heated driver and passenger front seats , its a great highway vehicle. the 1996 Buick Roadmaster Estate Limited Collectors Station Wagon is one of a kind and stands alone, dont know of any station wagon or vehicle that comparesMar 23, 2020
by timothy h
Mar 04, 2020
this is the finest car general motors ever madeMar 04, 2020
by Anonymous
May 20, 2013
I bought the Roadmaster to replace my 70's big Buicks that I drove daily. I did lots of research and found these last year rear wheel drive cars to be free of any major recalls and coveted by many owners.
After driving one for 4 years now I have to admit, they're about as perfect as you can get in design, ride and comfort. The LT-1 engine provides great power and the transmission is a perfect match. Ride is about as smooth as you can get. I've had people compare it to being in an airplane.
The interior is designed for Buick's target audience of 60 and up so the controls are easy to see, use and well laid out. Seats are super comfortable and if you have the heated seat version, you also have additional power seat settings. Back seat room is great as I've had three adults back there during long road trips and they all said they were very comfortable. The only weak spot in the the interior is the fake wood trim on the doors. They tend to break and have a cheap look to them.
All in all this may be the best car I've ever owned and shows that GM can build big cars better than anyone. It's similar to the Cadillac Fleetwoods but not as expensive. The LT-1 came out in '94 so it was available for three years.
I really believe that these cars will ultimately become collectors and start to go up in value. Low mileage examples are already bringing top dollar as they begin to dry up.May 20, 2013
by Harry R
Aug 02, 2012
This was my fathers car and after he passed away my mothers but then i started driving it mostly. This car was a huge boat with plenty of power thanks to the corvette 5.7 lt1 v8 under the hood. Fully loaded plush leather seats, huge trunk what is not to like? It had a leak when we first got it and we fixed it but it just kept coming back. It needed a starter twice and finally the power steering pump went so my mother had enough and we got rid of itAug 02, 2012
by Anonymous
Jan 07, 2012
Overall these are great cars to drive and with 20-24 MPG from and very powerful LT1 engine it is like having your cake and eating it too! They run forever @ 290,000 miles still run strong! These cars are now aging but they still provide me with a great car to teach my kid's to drive and I know they will be safe. The greatest down side of this car is the fact that they will rust to death (midwest cars)! We are not just talking about a hole in a fender but the entire body substructure just totally corrodes to the point where repair would be impossible.Jan 07, 2012
by Anonymous
Oct 22, 2011
I have owned several full size GM models during my life, my Roadmaster is by far the best of what Detroit had to offer. Buick got it right when they designed the Roadmaster, I am constantly amazed at the power, comfort and reliability. Oct 22, 2011
by Anonymous
Jul 30, 2011
i can trick this car out in so many ways, im not sure where to start. i think i rather sell it and get a limited edition or customize this one to my liking. (seven more words and i can click save..)Jul 30, 2011
by Anonymous
May 28, 2011
I love this car , it has power and drive like new. Drives down the road like you can not belive . Fully optioned with leather seats and american racing mag wheel , which set off the car . Ijust tinted the windowes last week , I still need some trim pieces but they are coming soon.May 28, 2011
by Steve P
Apr 02, 2010
What a fantastic car! Comfortable, fast, and good on gas ( well, on the freeway it gets 24 mpg, in the city, ehhh more like 12-15 mpg). It's got such nice lines for a wagon and you can't beat a wagon with an LT-1 Corvette ( although it's de-tuned to 265 hp).Apr 02, 2010
by Clint R
Jun 03, 2009
my 1996 buick roadmaster estate wagon in great i love these cars and i plan to alwasy have one ther performcae is great, the braking could be better if it was all four wheel disc instead of drum in the back but you can switch it out. the handelingis great esecially with LCA's and a front and rear sway bar. the build quality is awsome its a GM what more could you ask for. i think the apperance is great esecially if you get some ss wheels and window tint it just gives the car a mean look. the cost of ownership is great and the value will only go up these are collectors cars and will some day be in great demand alot of the caprice wagons are already getting really hard to find. and i last but not least i love this car it is awsome to drive and you can load the people in it. it is nice and roomy for road trips and it just great to see people faces when you beat them in a woody station wagon. B-Bodies for life!Jun 03, 2009
by Anonymous
Feb 21, 2009
A traditional big RWD luxo-boat. The car floats on highways and handles well for its size. The LT1 delivers amazing power and moves the 2+ ton car with a purpose. Fuel economy is decent (14/23) and braking is okay. The styling is unique with touches of old-school Buick (and Hudson) and is much more attractive than the Caprice/Impala SS. Interior is spacious with good leg and headroom. Trunk is large but shallow and full size spare eats a lot of room. Car is solid and very well built-I've had no issues aside from replacing power-seat motor. Electronics are a huge upgrade from previous GM models. Car is fun because it can comfortably haul five people and their stuff on long trips and can still embarass a Mustang at a traffic light.Feb 21, 2009
by Haktan N
Jun 16, 2008
master of the road..Jun 16, 2008
by Anonymous
Mar 31, 2008
I have submitted this previously.Mar 31, 2008
by Anonymous
Mar 19, 2008
We first got a 1993 Buick Roadmaster from its 1st owner in early 2001.
After 6 &1/2 years we started looking for a 1996, since it was the last year they were made. There were no call-backs from notes left on
windshields asking the present owner if they were interested in selling ! Finally we got really lucky & bought one with 61K miles !Mar 19, 2008
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1996 Buick Roadmaster Pricing
Original MSRP
$26,150 to $28,165Price range
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N/ATrims & specs
Air Conditioning
Automatic climate control front air conditioning
Airbags
Dual front airbags
Audio System
Antenna Type: power · Single disc in-Dash CD · AM/FM radio
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel
Convenience Features
Multi-function remote: keyless entry · Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable
Lights
Exterior entry lights: security approach lamps
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: power
Seats
Front seat type: split-bench · Upholstery: cloth
Tires and Rims
Wheel covers: wire · Wheels: alloy
Windows
Front wipers: intermittent
Air Conditioning
Automatic climate control front air conditioning
Airbags
Dual front airbags
Audio System
Antenna Type: power · Single disc in-Dash CD · AM/FM radio
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel
Comfort Features
Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Multi-function remote: trunk release · Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable
Lights
Exterior entry lights: security approach lamps · Headlights: Auto on/off
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: power
Seats
Front seat type: split-bench · Heated: front and rear · Upholstery: cloth
Tires and Rims
Wheel covers: wire · Wheels: alloy
Windows
Front wipers: intermittent
Air Conditioning
Automatic climate control front air conditioning
Airbags
Dual front airbags
Audio System
Antenna Type: power · AM/FM radio
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel
Comfort Features
Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Multi-function remote: trunk release · Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable
Lights
Exterior entry lights: security approach lamps · Headlights: Auto on/off
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: heated · Inside rearview mirror: electrochromic
Roof
Roof rack color: black
Seats
Front seat type: split-bench · Upholstery: leather
Tires and Rims
Wheel covers: wire · Wheel type: aluminum alloy
Windows
Front wipers: intermittent