Do rear-wheel-drive behemoths such as this really have a place in today's world? Buick obviously thinks so, but it's hard to ignore the steadily thinning ranks of the traditional American full-size sedan. Big, heavy and ponderous cars like this are perceived as dinosaurs by some, while others reject them for not making the right fashion statement. After all, to many, an important part of the new-car buying process is what the car is going to say about us. Viewed from that perspective, the Roadmaster seems to be rooted firmly in a bygone era, with a collection of attributes that don't apply to 1995. But let's take a harder look at that. What are some of the key elements of today's luxury cars? Power, of course. That's always near the top of the list. Lots of room inside. Lots of power-operated amenities. A premium sound system. Smooth ride quality. Quiet operation. So far, we have a list that applies to the Buick Roadmaster. True, it doesn't measure up to the handling standards of a big BMW or the Lexus LS 400, but think about this: You get all the other amenities for $20,000 less. And if that's not quite enough to completely dispel your nagging image concerns, you can always get rid of the white sidewall tires.
1996 Buick Roadmaster
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Overview
Specs & Features
Engine - Cylinders/Horsepower/Torque | 5.7L V-8 / 260 HP / 330 ft.lbs. |
Drive Type | |
Fuel Economy - City/Hwy/Combined | 17 / 26 / 21 Mpg |
Brakes | Front Disc/rear Drum |
Front Suspension | |
Rear Suspension | |
Spare Tire And Wheel | Full-size |
Fuel Tank | 23.0 Gal. |
Recommended Fuel Type | Regular Unleaded |
Average Cost To Fill Tank | $88 |
Maximum Cargo Volume | |
Passenger Volume | |
Exterior Length | 215.8 " |
Exterior Width | 78.1 " |
Exterior Height | 55.9 " |
Front Headroom | |
Rear Headroom | |
Front Legroom | |
Rear Legroom | |
Front Shoulder Room | |
Rear Shoulder Room | |
Front Hip Room | |
Rear Hip Room | |
Curb Weight | 4,138 Lbs. |
Wheel Base | 116 " |
Turning Radius |
Door Count | 4 Doors |
Wheels | |
Paint | With Stripe |
Exterior Mirrors | Manual Remote Driver, Manual Passenger / Dual Power Remote Heated |
Bumpers | |
Grille Moldings | |
Rear Spoiler | |
Exhaust |
Passenger Capacity | |
Seat Trim | Cloth / Leather |
Front Seat Type | Split-bench |
Heated Front Seats | |
Front Driver Seat Direction Controls | 2-way / (4-way Power) |
Front Passenger Seat Direction Controls | 2-way / (6-way Power) |
Front Armrests | 2-way / (4-way Power) |
Rear Armrests | |
Rear Seats |
Radio | Am/fm Stereo |
Speakers | Performance |
Radio Steering Wheel Controls | |
Apple Car Play | |
Android Auto | |
Bluetooth w/ Hands-Free Connectivity |
Steering Wheel Type | |
Climate Control | Automatic Air Conditioning |
Cruise Control | |
Sun Roof | |
Rearview Mirror | Day-night |
One Touch Open Window | |
Tinted Windows | |
Vanity Mirrors | Dual Illuminated |
Remote Keyless Entry | Keyfob (all Doors) |
Power Outlets |
Overall Crash Safety Rating |
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Overall Side Crash Safety Rating |
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Rollover Crash Safety Rating |
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Front Impact Airbags | Driver And Passenger |
Driver Side Impact Airbags | |
Knee Airbag | |
Passenger Side Impact Airbag | |
Rear Side Airbag | |
Seatbelt Pretensioners | |
Anti-Lock Brakes | 4-wheel Anti-lock Brakes (abs) |
Forward Collision Warning | |
Blind Spot Sensor | |
Lane Departure Warning | |
Autonomous Cruise Control | |
Pedestrian Detection | |
Driver Attention Alert | |
Daytime Running Lights | |
Auto High Beams | |
Adaptive Headlights | |
Parking Sensors | |
Security Systems | |
Panic Alarm | |
Ignition Disable |
Bumper To Bumper Months Miles | 36 Months / 36,000 Miles |
Major Components Months | |
Included Maintenance Months | |
Roadside Assistance Months | 36 Months / 36,000 Miles |
Corrosion Perforation | 72 Months / 100,000 Miles |
Accessories Months |
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