RSteele Posted July 6, 2013 Share Posted July 6, 2013 Looking at a 88 Reatta. Great shape with a re-spray, 70K Any advise? Timing belt etc. Appears in good shape. Little GM experience. Thanks for your help. RJ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
D-a-n-i-e-l Posted July 6, 2013 Share Posted July 6, 2013 There is no timing belt just a chain. Engine wise the most important thing is oil pressure. Make sure the tranny is shifting smoothly and do a tune up. Plugs, o2, and wires. Then she should runn a good time lo ger. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Corvanti Posted July 6, 2013 Share Posted July 6, 2013 if possible, check for "codes": How To Access ECM, BCM & CRT Codes - Reatta Owners Journalhere's the "ECM" codes: ECM Diagnostic Codes - Reatta Owners Journalother codes can be found on ROJ tutorials: Reatta Owners Journal - The Buick Reatta Communityhope this helps! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RSteele Posted July 6, 2013 Author Share Posted July 6, 2013 if possible, check for "codes": How To Access ECM, BCM & CRT Codes - Reatta Owners Journalhere's the "ECM" codes: ECM Diagnostic Codes - Reatta Owners Journalother codes can be found on ROJ tutorials: Reatta Owners Journal - The Buick Reatta Communityhope 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. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ronnie Posted July 6, 2013 Share Posted July 6, 2013 This might help you:What should I check when buying a Reatta? - Reatta Owners Journal Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KDirk Posted July 6, 2013 Share Posted July 6, 2013 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 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RSteele Posted July 13, 2013 Author Share Posted July 13, 2013 I ran across a history. Of braking problems on the 88 and 89 model years. Is there a known repair? Thanks for your time Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ronnie Posted July 13, 2013 Share Posted July 13, 2013 I ran across a history. Of braking problems on the 88 and 89 model years. Is there a known repair? Thanks for your timeWe 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. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RSteele Posted July 13, 2013 Author Share Posted July 13, 2013 Thanks for the fast reply. I had a 89 Touring Sedan (Olds) no brake problems TEVES system only on Reatta's ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
harry yarnell Posted July 13, 2013 Share Posted July 13, 2013 TEVES is also used by Riviera and Cadillac, and a number of European vehicles of the period. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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