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if possible, check for "codes": How To Access ECM, BCM & CRT Codes - Reatta Owners Journal

here's the "ECM" codes: ECM Diagnostic Codes - Reatta Owners Journal

other codes can be found on ROJ tutorials: Reatta Owners Journal - The Buick Reatta Community

hope this helps!:)

Thanks for the reply. The test drive was flawless, shift and rides great. No SES lights showing and the owner seems to be very detailed. All fuilds have been changed and a tune up. My main concern is it might be as sporty as I'm looking for.

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If this 88 is in nice condition - as it sounds to be - then you should do quite well with it. As for being as sporty as you'd like, keep in mind the Reatta - while having styling reminiscent of a sports car - was sold as a personal luxury coupe, not a sports car. So, it's performance may not be to your liking if you are really after a sports car.

Now, if you want a comfortable road car with all power options, good ride and decent performance (cornering is very good, no body lean and it sticks to the pavement well) then you will be quite happy with a Reatta. 88 may be the best year for you to consider as it has a slightly more aggressive camshaft exhibits a bit more "pep" when you hit the accelerator. It is only 165 HP however, and is not a car that is meant to smoke anyone off the line.

Much of the appeal in owning one is that it is a unique and rather rare car not seen all that often. You could go months without seeing another in a good sized city. These cars tend to solicit random compliments and looks of curiosity at the gas station, on the street or just about anyplace you might park it.

So, if the above fits your expectations of ownership in a car, then by all means go for it. Unless you just want something really fast, you should find the Reatta to be a very capable and enjoyable car with an interesting back-story and some exclusivity to boot.

KDirk

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I ran across a history. Of braking problems on the 88 and 89 model years. Is there a known repair? Thanks for your time
We can't repair history :) but most of the brake problems can be easily repaired if you are handy with tools and are willing to follow troubleshooting instructions. The TEVES brake system used on '88-'90 Reatta is a good system if maintained properly. There are lots of knowledgeable folks here willing to help with brake problems and there is lots of information about how to fix the brakes.
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