Auto loans: 1992 Buick Roadmaster
None for sale by us right now: rent one for a week first, or ask us to find one. Rated 13.1 L/100 km combined (EPA). 3 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
- 13.1 L/100 km
- Recalls
- 3
For sale
We do not have a 1992 Buick Roadmaster 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.
1992 Buick Roadmaster specs
| Spec | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 5.0L 8-cylinder | 5.7L 8-cylinder |
| Drive | Rear-wheel drive | Rear-wheel drive |
| Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Fuel | Regular gas | Regular gas |
| City | 15.7 L/100 km | 15.7 L/100 km |
| Highway | 10.2 L/100 km | 10.2 L/100 km |
| Combined | 13.1 L/100 km | 13.1 L/100 km |
| CO₂ | 307 g/km | 307 g/km |
| Cost to drive 100 km | $20.31 | $20.31 |
1992 Buick Roadmaster: every figure
| Figure | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Displacement | 5.0 L | 5.7 L |
| Cylinders | 8 | 8 |
| MPG city (US) | 15 | 15 |
| MPG highway (US) | 23 | 23 |
| MPG combined (US) | 18 | 18 |
| MPG combined (Imperial) (converted from the US figure) | 22 | 22 |
| Luggage volume (litres converted from EPA's cubic feet) | 1557 L (55 cu ft) | 1557 L (55 cu ft) |
| Fuel cost a year (EPA) (EPA: 15,000 miles at its fuel prices) | US$3,700 | US$3,700 |
| Fuel cost for 20,000 km (at $1.55 a litre) | $4,062 | $4,062 |
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 1992 Buick Roadmaster
- NHTSA lists 3 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 87 complaints with NHTSA, most often about service brakes (27), seat belts (11) and air bags (10). Have those parts checked before you buy.
| Campaign | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 97V217000 | 1997-11-24 | service brakes, hydraulic:antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip | VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. THE ANTILOCK BRAKE SYSTEM (ABS) MODULATOR CAN CORRODE AND LEAK FLUID FROM THE FRONT BRAKE CIRCUIT. |
| 92V094000 | 1992-07-01 | seat belts | THE SHOULDER BELT GUIDE LOOP PLASTIC COVERING MAY CRACK AND EXPOSE THE STEEL SUB-PLATE. |
| 91V186000 | 1991-10-29 | latches/locks/linkages:hood:latch | SECONDARY HOOD LATCH ASSEMBLIES CAN CORRODE, CAUSING A HIGH LATCH RELEASE EFFORT AND POSSIBLY PREVENTING THE HOOD FROM LATCHING PROPERLY WHEN IT IS CLOSED. |
Source: NHTSA (US) recall campaigns and owner complaints for this model year.
The 1992 Buick Roadmaster: before you buy
CarmaCars rents cars and does not sell the 1992 Buick Roadmaster; this page helps you judge it before you buy one elsewhere. CarmaCars does not finance cars. Renting is not a loan, so there is no credit check to rent. Before you buy the 1992 Buick Roadmaster, here is what the figures say and what to look at.
Recalls and complaints
A pre-purchase inspection at a shop you choose is money well spent. Ask for the service records and check open recalls by the VIN. Owners filed 87 complaints with NHTSA, most often about service brakes, seat belts and air bags; have those parts checked. A private seller in Ontario must give you a Used Vehicle Information Package.
What the figures tell you
It is powered by the 5.0L 8-cylinder, with rear-wheel drive. It runs on regular gas. Rear-wheel drive gives balanced handling; in winter, the tires make the biggest difference.
Its combined rating is 13.1 L/100 km, which means roughly 39 litres for 300 km. That works out to about $20.31 per 100 km at our price setting. The EPA estimates US$3,700 a year in fuel for 15,000 miles.
Room inside
As a wagon, it has the length of a car with a bigger load space at the back. Luggage space is 1,557 litres, enough for bulky luggage, a stroller or sports gear.
Who the Roadmaster suits
It suits a family trip where everyone and everything fits in one car. It suits people who want car handling with extra load space.
Drive it on your own roads
Rent the Roadmaster for a week and see how it fits your life. Drive the Roadmaster on your commute before you commit to it. If the Roadmaster is in our fleet, its page shows the rates; if not, a similar car helps you judge.
The cost of driving it
Get an insurance quote for this exact model before you buy; rates differ a lot between models. The EPA estimates US$3,700 a year in fuel for 15,000 miles at US prices. At our price setting, 100 km costs about $20.31 in fuel.
Choosing the right one
If you are unsure between two options, rent one of them for a week first. Decide what matters most first: fuel use, space, or the price you can pay. Set a budget that includes tax, licensing, insurance and the first set of tires.
Ready to ask?
Questions about trying a car first? Ask in your request.
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 1992 Buick Roadmaster from us first.
Ask us about the 1992 Buick Roadmaster
Tell us your budget and when you want to buy; we look for a 1992 Buick Roadmaster for you and reply within one business day.
Buying the 1992 Buick Roadmaster
Does CarmaCars sell the 1992 Buick Roadmaster?
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 1992 Buick Roadmaster 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 1992 Buick Roadmaster have recalls?
NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for it, in the table on this page. Ask for proof each was fixed.
What does the 1992 Buick Roadmaster cost in fuel a year?
EPA puts it at US$3,700 a year for 15,000 miles at its fuel prices; at our price setting, 20,000 km cost about $4062.00.
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.