Summary:
Had a 1988 reatta in early 90s and really liked the car in spite of many problems with touch screen and dash and console lights. I have discovered a 1988 reatta for sale 30 miles from me that the owner says is immaculate with 100,000 miles. He claims it is loaded with a sun roof and only problem is inoperable radio ant. A forum for discussing and sharing information about the Buick Reatta. Come in and make yourself at home! Common Problems. 88 Reatta dash buttons/shifter don. The Buick Reatta was first conjured in the early 1980s in response to a perceived gap in the marque's lineup. Flint's finest was missing a specialty niche vehicle, according to Jay Qualman, who.
Worth restoring for sure
Faults:
It needed a harmonic balancer. There was a TSB out on it, so Buick was aware of it.
General Comments:
Overall it is a well built car and handles great. The normal wear and tear items need replacing. It spent all these years in Michigan, so that was expected.
| Model year | 1990 |
| Year of manufacture | 1989 |
| First year of ownership | 1991 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2010 |
| Engine and transmission | Automatic |
| Performance marks | 5 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 7 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 10 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 6 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 6 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | 6.8 / 10 |
| Distance when acquired | 8000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 111112 miles |
| Previous car | Ford Taurus X |
Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes
Buick Reatta Dash Problems Solving
Review Date:2nd April, 2010