Car financing: 1985 Buick Skylark
Rent one for a week first, or ask us to find one for you. Rated 9.4 to 12.9 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
- 9.4 to 12.9 L/100 km
- Recalls
- 1
For sale
Rent a 1985 Buick Skylark for a week to try it on your own roads, and tell us what you want: 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 Skylark specs
| Spec | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 | Powertrain 3 | Powertrain 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 2.5L 4-cylinder | 2.5L 4-cylinder | 2.8L 6-cylinder | 2.8L 6-cylinder |
| Drive | Front-wheel drive | Front-wheel drive | Front-wheel drive | Front-wheel drive |
| Transmission | 4-speed manual | 3-speed automatic | 3-speed automatic | 4-speed manual |
| Fuel | Regular gas | Regular gas | Regular gas | Regular gas |
| City | 11.2 L/100 km | 11.2 L/100 km | 13.3 L/100 km | 14.7 L/100 km |
| Highway | 7.6 L/100 km | 8.1 L/100 km | 9.8 L/100 km | 10.4 L/100 km |
| Combined | 9.4 L/100 km | 9.8 L/100 km | 12.0 L/100 km | 12.9 L/100 km |
| CO₂ | 221 g/km | 230 g/km | 281 g/km | 301.7 g/km |
| Cost to drive 100 km | $14.57 | $15.19 | $18.60 | $20.00 |
1985 Buick Skylark: every figure
| Figure | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 | Powertrain 3 | Powertrain 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Displacement | 2.5 L | 2.5 L | 2.8 L | 2.8 L |
| Cylinders | 4 | 4 | 6 | 6 |
| MPG city (US) | 21 | 21 | 18 | 16 |
| MPG highway (US) | 31 | 29 | 24 | 23 |
| MPG combined (US) | 25 | 24 | 20 | 18 |
| MPG combined (Imperial) (converted from the US figure) | 30 | 29 | 24 | 22 |
| Luggage volume (litres converted from EPA's cubic feet) | 396 L (14 cu ft) | 396 L (14 cu ft) | 396 L (14 cu ft) | 396 L (14 cu ft) |
| Fuel cost a year (EPA) (EPA: 15,000 miles at its fuel prices) | US$2,700 | US$2,800 | US$3,417 | US$3,650 |
| Fuel cost for 20,000 km (at $1.55 a litre) | $2,914 | $3,038 | $3,720 | $4,000 |
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 Skylark
- 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 6 complaints with NHTSA, most often about engine and engine cooling (4), steering (3) and fuel system (2). Have those parts checked before you buy.
| Campaign | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 84V132000 | 1984-10-16 | vehicle speed control:springs | THE THROTTLE LINKAGE MAY BIND BECAUSE DURING NORMAL OPERATION, THE THROTTLE BODY CASE MAY INTERFERE WITH THE LINKAGE. THIS INTERFERENCE COULD PREVENT THE THROTTLE FROM CLOSING EVEN THOUGH THE DRIVER HAS REMOVED HIS FOOT FROM THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL. |
Source: NHTSA (US) recall campaigns and owner complaints for this model year.
Buying the 1985 Buick Skylark
We rent cars and sell one only now and then. There is no 1985 Buick Skylark for sale by us right now. 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 you buy the 1985 Buick Skylark, here is what the figures say and what to look at.
A buyer's checks
Have a mechanic inspect a used one before you buy it. Look at the tires, brakes and battery; they are costly to replace. Check whether every recall was done, by the VIN, before you pay. In Ontario, a used car needs a Safety Standards Certificate to be registered.
What the figures tell you
The powertrain here is the 2.5L 4-cylinder with front-wheel drive and a 4-speed manual. It runs on regular gas. With front-wheel drive, the weight of the engine sits over the driven wheels, which helps in winter.
Its combined rating is 9.4 L/100 km, which means roughly 28 litres for 300 km. A 300 km weekend costs about $43.71 in energy at our price setting. At US fuel prices, the EPA estimates US$2,700 a year for 15,000 miles.
When the Skylark makes sense
It suits visitors who want a familiar car for a week in town. It suits a stretch between cars, by the week or the month.
Size and space
As a compact car, it has a closed trunk that keeps luggage out of sight. In plain terms, its 396 litres of luggage space hold about two large suitcases and a few soft bags.
A longer test drive
Rent it, live with it for a week, and decide with real experience. Rent the Skylark for a week, or up to 365 days, before you commit to buying one. Load it with your things and park it where you park; then decide.
Which one to look for
Look at a few listings of the same year and trim to get a feel for fair prices. If you are unsure between two options, rent one of them for a week first. Ask the seller which trim it is; badges can be swapped and options vary.
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$2,700 a year in fuel for 15,000 miles at US prices. At our price setting, 100 km costs about $14.57 in fuel.
Next step
Ask us anything about renting before you buy.
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 Skylark from us first.
Ask us about the 1985 Buick Skylark
Tell us your budget and when you want to buy; we look for a 1985 Buick Skylark for you and reply within one business day.
Buying the 1985 Buick Skylark
Does CarmaCars sell the 1985 Buick Skylark?
CarmaCars rents cars and sells one 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 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 1985 Buick Skylark 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 Skylark cost in fuel a year?
EPA puts it at US$2,700 a year for 15,000 miles at its fuel prices; at our price setting, 20,000 km cost about $2914.00.
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.