2000 Buick LeSabre

2000 Buick LeSabre

2000 Buick LeSabre

2000 Buick LeSabre

2000 Buick LeSabre

2000 Buick LeSabre

INTRODUCTION:The 2000 LeSabre was introduced in 1999 as the Buick LeSabre 2000, using a re-engineered H platform based on the G platform previously used for the Buick Riviera. Following the end of the 2000 model year, the automobile reverted to the Buick LeSabre nameplate.

HIGHLIGHTS:2000 LeSabres carried over the previous Custom and Limited trim levels and in 2003 added a new Celebration Edition package in recognition of Buick's Centennial. The Celebration Edition featured all the standard equipment of the Limited with a choice pearlescent White Diamond or Crimson Pearl tricoat paint schemes, a blacked-out grille, 16" chrome wheels, and special badging. Other features optional or standard on the LeSabre included Stabilitrak, OnStar, EyeCue heads-up display, all-weather traction control, automatic load-leveling, side airbags, tire pressure monitoring system, heated seats, dual-zone climate control, and RainSense automatic windshield wipers.

SPECIFICATIONS:Redesigned for a mid-1999 debut, Buick's full-size, front-drive family sedan has been the best-selling full-size model in the U.S. market. Slightly taller and wider now, on a longer wheelbase, styling resembled that of the pricier Park Avenue. Rivals included the Chrysler Concorde, Mercury Grand Marquis, and Toyota Avalon. New standard equipment included front side airbags and an independent rear suspension, along with remote keyless entry and an automatic-leveling suspension. Antilock braking remained standard, but now had an all-disc setup. Traction control was an option. Sole powertrain was an unchanged 3.8-liter V-6 and four-speed automatic transmission. Both Custom and Limited models were available with a Gran Touring package, including a firmer suspension and 16-inch tires (instead of 15-inch). The redesigned interior offered a split front bench or optional buckets, with a center console. Safety belts attached to outboard front seats, which had a "catcher's mitt" design, claimed to reduce whiplash injury. New options included a trunk-mounted 12-disc CD changer, power sunroof, and rain-sensing wipers.

DESIGN:

• Instead of the old, long, straight dashboard with little visual appeal and too-small gauges, the new LeSabre has an attractive dash design with large, round, easier-to-read gauges. It's not gimmicky; it's better organized and conveys information better than the previous dash.
• Shiny, silver-colored window and mirror adjustment buttons that distractingly peppered the driver door armrest now are re-fashioned into a cohesive-appearing package with muted black buttons. They're all illuminated at night, too.
• And grab areas on the doors and storage pockets are now more functional. There's even a handy storage tray in the middle of the dashboard. The multi-step dual cupholder in the center "convenience console" might seem a bit elaborate, but it doesn't disturb items stored in the center console.