Auto loans: 2001 Buick Regal
None for sale by us right now: rent one for a week first, or ask us to find one. Rated 11.2 to 11.8 L/100 km combined (EPA). 5 NHTSA recall campaigns. CarmaCars is not a lender, dealer or lessor, and does not arrange financing or leases. We rent cars, and sell one only when it is listed for sale on this page with its price.
- For sale by us
- 0
- Combined
- 11.2 to 11.8 L/100 km
- Recalls
- 5
For sale
We do not have a 2001 Buick Regal for sale right now. We are a rental company: rent one for a week to try it, or tell us what you want and we look for one for you.
CarmaCars is not a lender, dealer or lessor, and does not arrange financing or leases. We rent cars, and sell one only when it is listed for sale on this page with its price.
2001 Buick Regal specs
| Spec | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 3.8L 6-cylinder | 3.8L 6-cylinder supercharged |
| Drive | Front-wheel drive | Front-wheel drive |
| Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Fuel | Regular gas | Premium gas |
| City | 13.8 L/100 km | 14.7 L/100 km |
| Highway | 8.4 L/100 km | 9.0 L/100 km |
| Combined | 11.2 L/100 km | 11.8 L/100 km |
| CO₂ | 263 g/km | 276 g/km |
| Cost to drive 100 km | $17.36 | $20.65 |
2001 Buick Regal: every figure
| Figure | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Displacement | 3.8 L | 3.8 L |
| Cylinders | 6 | 6 |
| MPG city (US) | 17 | 16 |
| MPG highway (US) | 28 | 26 |
| MPG combined (US) | 21 | 20 |
| MPG combined (Imperial) (converted from the US figure) | 25 | 24 |
| Luggage volume (litres converted from EPA's cubic feet) | 481 L (17 cu ft) | 481 L (17 cu ft) |
| Fuel cost a year (EPA) (EPA: 15,000 miles at its fuel prices) | US$3,200 | US$4,100 |
| Fuel cost for 20,000 km (at $1.55 a litre) | $3,472 | $4,130 |
Sources: fuel use, MPG, CO2, electric range, battery, charge time, luggage volume and the annual fuel cost are the US EPA's (fueleconomy.gov). Imperial MPG, litres, inches and pounds are converted from those figures. Figures no free source publishes for this car (power, torque, acceleration, top speed, fuel tank, towing) are left out.
What to check when buying the 2001 Buick Regal
- NHTSA lists 5 recall campaigns for this model year. Ask the seller for proof each one was fixed; a dealer can check it by the VIN.
- Owners filed 187 complaints with NHTSA, most often about engine (52), engine and engine cooling (34) and electrical system (33). Have those parts checked before you buy.
| Campaign | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15V701000 | 2015-10-26 | engine and engine cooling:exhaust system:manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe | General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 1998-1999 Chevrolet Lumina and Oldsmobile Intrigue, 1997-2004 Buick Regal and Pontiac Grand Prix, 2000-2004 Chevrolet Impala, and 1998-2004 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vehicles. The affected vehicles were previously repaired under recalls 08V-118, 09V-116, and... |
| 09V116000 | 2009-04-08 | engine and engine cooling | GENERAL MOTORS IS RECALLING 1,497,516 MY 1997-2003 BUICK REGAL, MY 1998-2003 CHEVROLET LUMINA, MONTE CARLO AND IMPALA, MY 1998-1999 OLDSMOBILE INTRIGUE, MY 1997-2003 PONTIAC GRAND PRIX VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH A 3.8L V6 NATURALLY ASPIRATED ENGINE. SOME OF THESE VEHICLES HAVE A CONDITION IN WHICH DROPS OF ENGINE OIL... |
| 08V118000 | 2008-03-12 | engine and engine cooling | GM IS RECALLING 207,542 MY 1997-2003 BUICK REGAL AND PONTIAC GRAND PRIX VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH A 3.8L SUPERCHARGED V-6 ENGINE. THESE VEHICLES HAVE HIGHER FRONT ROCKER COVER GASKET TEMPERATURES, CREATING THE POTENTIAL FOR EARLIER DEGRADATION OF THE FRONT ROCKER COVER GASKET AND EVENTUAL OIL SEEPAGE. |
| 01V109000 | 2001-04-06 | seat belts | VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, EQUIPPED WITH SUNVISOR LOCATED AIR BAG LABELS, FAIL TO CONFORM TO FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLES SAFETY STANDARD NO. 208, "OCCUPANT CRASH PROTECTION." THESE VEHICLES HAVE A MESSAGE AREA LESS THAN 30 CM WHICH DOES NOT MEET THE REQUIREMENTS OF THE STANDARD. |
| 00V371000 | 2000-11-13 | air bags:side/window | VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. SOME OF THESE VEHICLES EXHIBIT A CONDITION IN WHICH THE DRIVER SIDE IMPACT AIR BAG INFLATOR SEPARATES FROM THE AIR BAG MODULE DURING DEPLOYMENT. |
Source: NHTSA (US) recall campaigns and owner complaints for this model year.
Auto loans: the 2001 Buick Regal
No 2001 Buick Regal is for sale by CarmaCars at the moment; this page helps you judge the car before you buy one elsewhere. We are not a lender and do not arrange loans. A monthly rental can cover the time while you arrange financing with your bank. For anyone shopping for the 2001 Buick Regal, here are the facts that matter.
A buyer's checks
In Ontario, a used car needs a Safety Standards Certificate to be registered. Ask the seller for the service records of this exact car. Look at the tires, brakes and battery; they are costly to replace. Owners filed 187 complaints with NHTSA, most often about engine, engine and engine cooling and electrical system; have those parts checked.
What the figures tell you
The 3.8L 6-cylinder with front-wheel drive is the powertrain to look at. It runs on regular gas. With front-wheel drive, the weight of the engine sits over the driven wheels, which helps in winter.
It is rated at 11.2 L/100 km combined; 300 km takes about 34 litres. In money, 1,000 km costs about $173.60 at our price setting. EPA puts its fuel cost at US$3,200 a year for 15,000 miles at US prices.
Space, size and seats
A car body like this keeps the weight low, so it feels settled on the highway. The EPA lists 481 litres for luggage, roughly a family's bags for a long weekend.
A good match for
It uses more fuel than most, so it suits shorter trips or people who need its size. It suits commuters, couples and business trips.
Rent it for a week first
Try the Regal on your commute, then decide. Rent it, live with it for a week, and decide with real experience. Rent the Regal for a week and see how it fits your life.
Running costs
A 1,000 km month costs roughly $173.60 at our price setting. At our price setting, 100 km costs about $17.36 in fuel. Get an insurance quote for this exact model before you buy; rates differ a lot between models.
Picking a year and a trim
Look at a few listings of the same year and trim to get a feel for fair prices. Ask the seller which trim it is; badges can be swapped and options vary. Set a budget that includes tax, licensing, insurance and the first set of tires.
Ask us
A rental request is free; the offer shows the full price.
Rent it for a week before you buy
A week of your own driving tells you more than a test drive: the commute, the parking, the fuel. Rent a 2001 Buick Regal from us first.
Ask us about the 2001 Buick Regal
Tell us your budget and when you want to buy; we look for a 2001 Buick Regal for you and reply within one business day.
Buying the 2001 Buick Regal
Does CarmaCars sell the 2001 Buick Regal?
Not right now. CarmaCars rents cars; it sells one only now and then. Tell us what you want and we look for one, or rent one for a week first.
Can I rent a 2001 Buick Regal before I buy one?
Yes. Request it for a week (or longer, up to 365 days) and drive it as your own; nothing is charged until we confirm and you approve.
Does the 2001 Buick Regal have recalls?
NHTSA lists 5 recall campaigns for it, in the table on this page. Ask for proof each was fixed.
What does the 2001 Buick Regal cost in fuel a year?
EPA puts it at US$3,200 a year for 15,000 miles at its fuel prices; at our price setting, 20,000 km cost about $3472.00.
Where do the figures come from?
Fuel use and fuel cost from the US EPA (fueleconomy.gov), dimensions and weight from NHTSA vPIC Canadian specifications, recalls and complaints from NHTSA. We leave out any figure no free source publishes.