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1997 Buick Park Avenue Review

A truly premium American motorcar.

1997 Park Avenue Review Summary & Specifications

Buick characterizes itself as a purveyor of "Premium American Motorcars,"

and the Park Avenue is an excellent ambassador for this theme. It's also

an excellent value for a car in this size/price class.

It's not a sport sedan, but with the right equipment it's surprisingly

athletic, particularly in contrast to its predecessors.

Add excellent road manners to subdued good looks, class-leading roominess

and lots of luxury features and you have a Buick that's very much in step

with the late 20th century.

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1997 Buick Park Avenue Specs
Vehicle CategoryFullsize Cars
EditorTony Swan
Model Lineup
Engines (standard)3.8-liter ohv V6
Transmissions (standard)4-speed automatic
Engines (optional)230-hp supercharged 3.8-liter ohv V6
Transmissions (optional)
Safety Equipment (standard)Dual airbags, ABS
Safety Equipment (optional)
Basic Warranty3 years/36,000 miles
Assembled InOrion, MI
Manufacturer Phone1-800-521-7300
Manufacturer URLwww.buick.com
Base Price MSRP30660


1997 Buick Park Avenue Specs as Tested
Model Tested MSRPPark Avenue Ultra
Standard Equipment(Ultra) Automatic climate control AM/FM/cassette sound system, keyless remote entry, trip computer, power mirrors, power windows, cruise control, power adjustable headrests, power front seats, rear seat trunk pass-through, traction control
Destination Charge
Options as Tested (MSRP)Y56 Gran Touring suspension, power
Gas Guzzler Tax
Price as Tested35165
Layout
Horse Power205 @ 5200
Torque230 @ 4000
Fuel Economy19/29
Wheelbase113.8
Length/Width/Height206.8/74.7/58.1
Track Front/Rear62.7/62.3
Turning Radius40.4
Seating Capacity5/6
Front Head/Hip/Leg room
Middle Head/Hip/Leg room
Rear Head/Hip/Leg room
Trunk Volume19.1
Payload
Towing Capacity
Front SuspensionIndependent
Rear SuspensionIndependent
Ground Clearance
Curb Weight3799
Stock TiresP225/60R-16
Brakes Front/Reardisc/disc
Fuel Capacity18.0
1997 Buick Park Avenue