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Buick Century repairs by problem area

Engine (31%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (6%)

Brakes and Traction Control (6%)

Suspension and Steering (22%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (28%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (0%)

Other (6%)

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Buick Century engine repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (20%)

$500 - $999 (40%)

$100 - $499 (30%)

< $100 (10%)

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Chart based on 10 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2004 Buick Century

Engine not specified

25420 mi

C $2000
Motor wasn't fastened to the car!! 

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2003 Buick Century 4dr Sedan

175-horsepower 3.1L V6 4-speed automatic FWD

178000 mi

US $700
worn/loose bearings in the engine let go; engine is currently being replaced. 
120000 mi

US $250
replaced serpentine belt, tensioner and harmonic balancer 
102920 mi

C $700
EGR Tube (Line) had to be replaced as it was cracked and leaking. Car sounded loud due to this. Replaced Intake gasket manifold and head gasket. Typical GM 3.1L leaking coolant issue. Overall cost about $700. $500 for parts and $200 labour. 

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2002 Buick Century 4dr Sedan

175-horsepower 3.1L V6 4-speed automatic FWD

62344 mi

US $577
Intake manifold gasket set....common on 3.1 
199000 mi Coolant getting clogged up and sludgy. 

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2001 Buick Century 4dr Sedan

175-horsepower 3.1L V6 4-speed automatic FWD

36000 mi

US $2450
Many repair due to pothole and design/manufacturer flaw with manifold gasket. The wheel bearing, linkage, bushings and manifold gasket replaced along with flush, alignment, oil change and coolant sensor replaced. 

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2000 Buick Century 4dr Sedan

175-horsepower 3.1L V6 4-speed automatic FWD

US $245 Replaced ignition coil pack. Sorry I am not able to give mileage - car in storage for summer and we are traveling. 

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1998 Buick Century 4-door

6-cylinder automatic 2WD

115000 mi

US $500
I sold my car to a relative, they had to get cooling fixed 

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Buick Century Engine Problems

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