Guest allbuick Posted January 21, 2001 Share Posted January 21, 2001 What do you think is the worst thing about the Reatta? Just the thing at the top of your list, and only pick one, what is it? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest wally888 Posted January 22, 2001 Share Posted January 22, 2001 Although I have replaced or repaired many things during the past 6 years (car had 103k<BR>when I aquired), Alternator-2 sensors-headliner-struts-radio-antennae-accumulator-a/c door actuator-big oil leak-shorted wires under consol -relays-headlamp parts.........<BR>The possibility of a brake malfunction is constantly on my mind while driving!1989.<BR>BRAKES!<P>------------------<BR> <A HREF="http://www.reatta.net" TARGET=_blank>www.reatta.net</A> has supplemental info re.88, 89 and 90 Reatta Brakes.<BR>Please inform me of any new info, info needing editing or errors. A work in progress. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted January 22, 2001 Share Posted January 22, 2001 ABS BRAKES. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted January 22, 2001 Share Posted January 22, 2001 i think the most discouraging thing is apparent resale values ( THIS SITE OR EBAY) especially coupes, if you have paid any premium to purchase a really good one it seems that there is no way to sell or trade without taking a total beating. so its hard to balance the money is irrelevant against some practical purchasing practices. ??? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
billbuickgs Posted January 22, 2001 Share Posted January 22, 2001 Everyone complaining about a ten or eleven year old car that has problems. ITS A USED CAR,They do have problems! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted January 22, 2001 Share Posted January 22, 2001 The constant attention that the tail light lense requires. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted January 22, 2001 Share Posted January 22, 2001 The stupid touch screen. Crappy design, dumb idea, a pain to get fixed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted January 22, 2001 Share Posted January 22, 2001 All the options in the world for a premium motor car.....and no cupholder. Waasss-uuuup??!!? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Howard Posted January 22, 2001 Share Posted January 22, 2001 I would have to say the lack of parts. Engine and transmission parts seem to be easy to get. The Reatta only parts are just really hard to come by. When you do, be ready to pay big bucks. The brakes seem to be a problem for some. I have not had any yet, but it is a concern. The 88 89 touch screens can not be repaired at the drop of a hat either. Again, I have had no problem, but remember these cars are getting old. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Reatta Man Posted January 22, 2001 Share Posted January 22, 2001 We have a tie!<BR>1. Brakes, or the lack thereof (Hello, Brenda!)<P>2. The way Buick abandoned us for parts, manuals and training for dealership service personnel. <P>Joe Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted January 22, 2001 Share Posted January 22, 2001 The complex and complicated maintenance required. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
matthewlawe Posted January 22, 2001 Share Posted January 22, 2001 The digital display sans CRT on my '89 coupe. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted January 22, 2001 Share Posted January 22, 2001 It's a tie ... the electronics or the hydraulics - can't make up my mind which.<P>------------------<BR>REATTA SITE:<A HREF="http://members.aol.com/gohighr/reatta.html" TARGET=_blank><BR>http://members.aol.com/gohighr/reatta.html</A> Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted January 22, 2001 Share Posted January 22, 2001 Water comes into passenger compartment if you crack the window open during rain....avoid take-out window....ash-tray takes my eyes off road....must drive with dust-buster on lap. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
steve90 Posted January 22, 2001 Share Posted January 22, 2001 The constant fear of ABS brake failure! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted January 22, 2001 Share Posted January 22, 2001 My rear brake calipers rattle like an SOB(!), no cupholders(!), and no rain gutters on the doors! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted January 22, 2001 Share Posted January 22, 2001 The can be expensive to own. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted January 22, 2001 Share Posted January 22, 2001 The poor design of the instrument panel (88). I can never find what I'm looking for in the dark (however, I suppose it would help it I got my panel lighting fixed, right now I count buttons to find things)<P>Or it may be the fact the high tech-ness of an older car seems to scare some mechanics. They seem to miss the simplest things, blaming problems on more hi-tech gadgets. They seem to forget the car have the same 3.8 as any other Buick. Such mistakes can be costly, as I have learned from past experience (&*$@! spark plug wires) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted January 23, 2001 Share Posted January 23, 2001 My top three are:<BR>1. Brakes<BR>2. Brakes<BR>3. Brakes<P>Oh yes, in case you have not heard there is a good fix for the "clouded" tail light problem. Go to the closest "general aviation" airport and buy airplane windshield cleaner. It works great to remove small scratches and coat plastic airplane windshields AND Reatta tail lights. <P>------------------<BR> My Topless Reatta<A HREF="http://hometown.aol.com/drbuch2000/TheReatta.html" TARGET=_blank>http://hometown.aol.com/drbuch2000/TheReatta.html</A> Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheBlackMoon Posted January 24, 2001 Share Posted January 24, 2001 Buick made them, and GM made Buick!<BR>Their support for there BEST products STINK!!!<P>Appendum:<BR>I forgot. Okay, it's a tie: Support from Buick and lack of rain gutters! Couldn't they have done something about that?<p>[This message has been edited by Consultants_1 (edited 01-23-2001).] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted January 24, 2001 Share Posted January 24, 2001 Hey consiltants, you want rain gutters or do you want quiet ride and the wind to zip on past as you cruise with the window down. Can't have both! Then, it does not rain much where I am. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted January 24, 2001 Share Posted January 24, 2001 Note to EdgeCrusher:<P>Go to a NAPA parts store and buy two anti-rattle kits for those noisy rear brake calipers. I had my brake guy install them and now all is quiet.<BR>It does seem weird that this problem exists in the first place.<BR> Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted January 24, 2001 Share Posted January 24, 2001 A suitable rain gutter can be had by attaching a strip of adhesive body side molding trim to the roof, just above the doors. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted January 25, 2001 Share Posted January 25, 2001 The prospect of a $3000 brake job on my meticulously, dealer-maintained auto was the straw that broke the camel's back. I had lots of other problems along the way (a/c major repairs. engine replacement, etc.) I'm thinking the car wasn't the best example of a Reatta ever to hit the street. <P>But anyway, I'd have to say the ABS and the darn headlight motors (or just the plastic gear therein), were the things that annoyed me most!<BR> Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted January 25, 2001 Share Posted January 25, 2001 Hey consultants1, I just looked in Webster's dictionary and your word "appendum" is not in it. Perhaps you meant to say "addendum". Whatever.<P>For me, the worst thing about the low-mileage Reatta I owned was that I couldn't really drive it anywhere; I was afraid to. What if someone rear-ended or t-boned me? Ka-blammo, no more collector car. I just couldn't bear to drive such a beautiful car in the city, so that's why I sold it to a collector. These cars are the last of their kind; when they're gone, that's it, there won't be any more. The few people around the country who are storing away these cars are doing the right thing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gary Frank Posted January 31, 2001 Share Posted January 31, 2001 I will always maintain my brakes, my greatest fear. The wiring splices under the passenger seat have corroded and failed causing several lighting problems. The AC distribtuion vent caused condensation in the plastic wiring track and corroded the splices. This complaint does not disminish my affection for this car. I just like driving and looking at in spare time.<P>Gary Frank Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bobwhite Posted February 1, 2001 Share Posted February 1, 2001 I would say brake problems is the worst thing, but one long term gripe is the cruise control. Any slight hill and the speed will drop until you are forced to use the gas pedal. It won't drop out of overdrive or increase gas pedal. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted February 4, 2001 Share Posted February 4, 2001 About the cruise control:<P> Shift out of overdrive into the regular<BR>"drive" gear and it will be fine on the hills while using cruise control.<BR> Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted February 5, 2001 Share Posted February 5, 2001 I have a 1990 convertible, only 25K miles and 1988 Black with Sunroof+ loaded, and a 1991 Riviera.<BR>The broblem I don't like about these cars?<BR>They don't hold the price, and are very difficult to sell, people are just afraid or don't know about them.<BR> citroens@hotmail.com <BR>Prakash<p>[This message has been edited by prakash raja (edited 02-04-2001).] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted February 5, 2001 Share Posted February 5, 2001 <BLOCKQUOTE><font size="1" face="Verdana, Arial">quote:</font><HR>Originally posted by mike g:<BR><B>About the cruise control:<P> Shift out of overdrive into the regular<BR>"drive" gear and it will be fine on the hills while using cruise control.</B><HR></BLOCKQUOTE><P>I have no such problem. Have you tried turning up the radio?<P>Sounds like a vacuum leak to me.<p>[This message has been edited by miata'nreatta (edited 02-04-2001).] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted February 18, 2001 Share Posted February 18, 2001 No cup holder... and hard to find parts. I'm also afraid to drive at times fearing I may get rear ended or something. I only drive on sunny dry days.<BR>Mollie Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted February 19, 2001 Share Posted February 19, 2001 No cupholder and ashtray location. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted February 22, 2001 Share Posted February 22, 2001 Let's see, it's transient, right now it's the right headlight motor that I broke the brush on when I disassembled it to "fix" it, fixed the left one fine. For a 212,000 mile daily driver I can't complain, although haven't had brake trouble. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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