Auto loans: 1982 Buick Skylark
None for sale by us right now: rent one for a week first, or ask us to find one. 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
- Recalls
- 3
For sale
We do not have a 1982 Buick Skylark 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.
What to check when buying the 1982 Buick Skylark
- 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 3 complaints with NHTSA, most often about fuel system (1), seat belts (1) and service brakes (1). Have those parts checked before you buy.
| Campaign | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 83V007000 | 1983-01-01 | service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings | REAR BRAKE HOSES MAY HAVE BEEN MANUFACTURED INCORRECTLY WHEN THE METAL END FITTINGS WERE INSTALLED. SOME REAR BRAKE HOSES MAY SEPARATE FROM THE METAL END FITTINGS WHEN SUBJECTED TO THE PULLING FORCE SPECIFIED BY FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD 106, "BRAKE HOSES". |
| 82V021000 | 1982-03-08 | fuel system, gasoline:storage:tank assembly:filler pipe and cap | UNDER CERTAAIN CONDITIONS, THE HOSE CLAMPS ON THE FUEL TANK FILLER PIPE AND FUEL TANK FILLER VENT PIPE COULD FRACTURE. THE FRACTURE OF THESE CLAMPS COULD CAUSE FUEL LEAKAGE AT ANY OF THE FOUR PIPE TO HOSE CONNECTIONS. LEAKAGE CAN OCCUR DURING REFUELING, OR WHILE DRIVING, IF THE FUEL TANK IS ABOVE 3/4 FULL. |
| 82V018000 | 1982-03-02 | power train:clutch assembly:pedal/hand lever(motorcycle) | THE CLUTCH CABLE MAY RUB AGAINST THE MASTER CYLINDER BRAKE PIPE WHEN THE CLUTCH PEDAL IS OPERATED. CONTINUED OPERATION OF THE VEHICLE MAY RESULT IN WEAR THROUGH OF THE INSULATION ON THE CLUTCH CABLE. THE RESULTING METAL ON METAL CONTACT COULD LEAD TO FAILURE OF THE BRAKE PIPE, LOSS OF BRAKE FLUID, AND PARTIAL LOSS... |
Source: NHTSA (US) recall campaigns and owner complaints for this model year.
Auto loans: the 1982 Buick Skylark
CarmaCars is a rental company and does not have the 1982 Buick Skylark for sale right now. Rent one for a week first, or ask us to look for one. We are not a lender and do not arrange loans. A monthly rental can cover the time while you arrange financing with your bank. Before buying the 1982 Buick Skylark, read what the figures say and how to try one first.
Before you sign for the Skylark
Look at the tires, brakes and battery; they are costly to replace. NHTSA has 3 owner complaints on file, mostly about fuel system, seat belts and service brakes. Have a mechanic inspect a used one before you buy it. Check whether every recall was done, by the VIN, before you pay.
Engine and fuel
The EPA does not rate this model year for fuel use; heavier trucks and vans are often not rated.
A good match for
It suits commuters, couples and business trips. It suits anyone who needs a car for a few days, a week or a month without buying one.
Practical details
As a compact car, it has a closed trunk that keeps luggage out of sight.
Rent it for a week first
Load it with your things and park it where you park; then decide. Rent first, buy later: a week with the Skylark answers the big questions. Renting first costs a fraction of the price of buying the wrong car.
Which one to look for
Write down the VIN of any car you consider; it unlocks the recall and service history. A newer year is not always better; check what changed before paying more for it. If you are unsure between two options, rent one of them for a week first.
Money matters
Ask what a set of tires costs for this trim; sizes and prices vary. Get an insurance quote for this exact model before you buy; rates differ a lot between models.
Questions first?
Rent it for a week, then decide: send a request with your dates.
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 1982 Buick Skylark from us first.
Ask us about the 1982 Buick Skylark
Tell us your budget and when you want to buy; we look for a 1982 Buick Skylark for you and reply within one business day.
Buying the 1982 Buick Skylark
Does CarmaCars sell the 1982 Buick Skylark?
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 1982 Buick Skylark 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 1982 Buick Skylark have recalls?
NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for it, in the table on this page. Ask for proof each was fixed.
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.