Car financing: 1985 Buick LeSabre
None for sale by us right now: rent one for a week first, or ask us to find one. Rated 11.2 to 13.8 L/100 km combined (EPA). 1 NHTSA recall campaign. 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 13.8 L/100 km
- Recalls
- 1
For sale
We do not have a 1985 Buick LeSabre 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.
1985 Buick LeSabre specs
| Spec | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 | Powertrain 3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 5.7L 8-cylinder | 5.0L 8-cylinder | 3.8L 6-cylinder |
| Drive | Rear-wheel drive | Rear-wheel drive | Rear-wheel drive |
| Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 4-speed automatic | 3-speed automatic |
| Fuel | Diesel | Regular gas | Regular gas |
| City | 13.1 L/100 km | 15.7 L/100 km | 15.7 L/100 km |
| Highway | 9.0 L/100 km | 10.7 L/100 km | 11.8 L/100 km |
| Combined | 11.2 L/100 km | 13.1 L/100 km | 13.8 L/100 km |
| CO₂ | 301 g/km | 307 g/km | 325 g/km |
| Cost to drive 100 km | $17.36 | $20.31 | $21.39 |
1985 Buick LeSabre: every figure
| Figure | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 | Powertrain 3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Displacement | 5.7 L | 5.0 L | 3.8 L |
| Cylinders | 8 | 8 | 6 |
| MPG city (US) | 18 | 15 | 15 |
| MPG highway (US) | 26 | 22 | 20 |
| MPG combined (US) | 21 | 18 | 17 |
| MPG combined (Imperial) (converted from the US figure) | 25 | 22 | 20 |
| Luggage volume (litres converted from EPA's cubic feet) | 595 L (21 cu ft) | 595 L (21 cu ft) | 595 L (21 cu ft) |
| Fuel cost a year (EPA) (EPA: 15,000 miles at its fuel prices) | US$4,550 | US$3,700 | US$3,950 |
| Fuel cost for 20,000 km (at $1.55 a litre) | $3,472 | $4,062 | $4,278 |
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 1985 Buick LeSabre
- NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for this model year. Ask the seller for proof each one was fixed; a dealer can check it by the VIN.
- Owners filed 5 complaints with NHTSA, most often about engine and engine cooling (1), parking brake (1) and service brakes (1). Have those parts checked before you buy.
| Campaign | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 89V102000 | 1989-06-16 | vehicle speed control | A SMALL NYLON BUSHING IN THE CRUISE CONTROL SERVO BAIL MAY SLIP OUT OF PLACE, CAUSING INTERMITTENT AND UNEXPECTED INCREASES IN ENGINE SPEED OR DIESELING (ENGINE RUN ON WITH IGNITION OFF). |
Source: NHTSA (US) recall campaigns and owner complaints for this model year.
Thinking of buying the 1985 Buick LeSabre?
We are a rental company, not a dealer, so there is no 1985 Buick LeSabre for sale by us right now. CarmaCars does not finance cars. Renting is not a loan, so there is no credit check to rent. This page sets out the 1985 Buick LeSabre for buyers, in plain words.
What to check on the LeSabre
Have a mechanic inspect a used one before you buy it. In Ontario, a used car needs a Safety Standards Certificate to be registered. There are 1 NHTSA recall campaigns on file; a dealer can check by the VIN whether each was done. Ask for the service records and check open recalls by the VIN.
What the specs mean
It uses the 5.7L 8-cylinder and rear-wheel drive. It runs on diesel, sold at most highway stations. Rear-wheel drive gives balanced handling; in winter, the tires make the biggest difference.
A combined rating of 11.2 L/100 km works out to about 34 litres per 300 km. At our price setting, it costs about $17.36 to drive 100 km. EPA puts its fuel cost at US$4,550 a year for 15,000 miles at US prices.
The LeSabre in everyday use
Its car body is low and settled, with a separate trunk. At 595 litres, the trunk fits bulky luggage, a stroller or sports gear.
When the LeSabre makes sense
It suits people curious about the model who want to drive it before they buy. It suits a work trip where a reliable car matters more than anything else.
A longer test drive
If the LeSabre is in our fleet, its page shows the rates; if not, a similar car helps you judge. A week of your own driving tells you more than a test drive: the commute, the parking, the fuel. Rent the LeSabre for a week, or up to 365 days, before you commit to buying one.
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$4,550 a year in fuel for 15,000 miles at US prices. Tires, brakes and batteries are the regular costs to budget for beyond fuel.
Narrowing it down
Within the 1985 lineup, trims share powertrains or differ in equipment; the trim pages show which. Decide what matters most first: fuel use, space, or the price you can pay. A newer year is not always better; check what changed before paying more for it.
Still deciding?
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 1985 Buick LeSabre from us first.
Ask us about the 1985 Buick LeSabre
Tell us your budget and when you want to buy; we look for a 1985 Buick LeSabre for you and reply within one business day.
Buying the 1985 Buick LeSabre
Does CarmaCars sell the 1985 Buick LeSabre?
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 1985 Buick LeSabre 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 1985 Buick LeSabre have recalls?
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for it, in the table on this page. Ask for proof each was fixed.
What does the 1985 Buick LeSabre cost in fuel a year?
EPA puts it at US$4,550 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.