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myLot reputation of 99/100. Grandmaof2 (4590)   ranked 32 out of 5,020 in family 5 years ago

My day started out fabulous I woke up feeling very well compared to usual and I decided I was going to to the city to see my daughter and my two grandchildren. I made coffee and a lunch and had it in the fridge for my husband and his brother and off I went. I was a bit upset to find I was too late to go with my daughter to take my grandson to school but I felt better to see her come home with a Tim Hortons coffee for me. We had a good day. I spent the day visiting then I went to superstore I bought groceries and then I set for home. I was driving down the highway, thank goodness it's a divided highway. I had a semi transport truck ahead of me and for some reason he was way under the speed limit and I had a semi transport behind me who was doing speed plus. I pulled out and passed the semi and about the time I was half way point of taking the right lane my car died completely and I knew the semi behind me had already pulled out to pass the semi ahead of me and me too. I had no time to continue right and I went back to the left and managed to take the ditch. All I could hear was gears and I sat there for awhile shaking so bad I thought I'd die. I tried my car and it did start. No one stopped traffic continued. This is the fourth time my Buick has done this. I have been to two of the best mechanics around and I've had almost 800.00 worth of work done and they can't seem to find the problem. I've had parts replaced the whole nine yards but no luck. We have talked about a new vehicle so I guess this is the plan. I looked at a Kia and I didn't mind it too much. My car is a 1994 Buick Century. It owes me nothing, it's been a good car, but I may have to push it into the bone yard. It's a darn shame it doesn't burn a drop of oil between oil changes. I know the original owners and that car has always been maintained. I had a paint job done, no one believes me that it's a 1994, but this is too dangerous for anyone!!! I'm a Buick lover but out here a new one runs at at least 38,000.00. More than I can afford. I've seen second hand ones and they're in worse shape than what I have. Wish me luck!!! Take Care!!!

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1. myLot reputation of 97/100. Polly1 (9354)   ranked 145 out of 5,020 in family   5 years ago

Oh my, that is scary. I am so happy that you didn't get hurt. I used to have a Buick Century. The car would stop whenever it took a notion to do it. We couldn't igure the problem out. My neighbor who had a similar problem solved it for us. There is a plug for a senser, the senser tells the transmission something, he unplugged the plug and I never had troubles after that. I have another car that was giving us fits, the problem turned out to be a senser for the brain, it was a $20 part. We also fixed everything we could think of, and the problem kept happening. Don't you just hate cars. They are a neccessary evil. Can't live with them and can't live without them. Good luck on finding a good car, or finding out the problem with your Buick.


myLot reputation of 99/100. Grandmaof2 (4590)   ranked 32 out of 5,020 in family  5 years ago

Thank You so much my friend I will be sure to ask our mechanic about this because I really do love my car. Good to see you here on my page!!!Take Care!!!

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2. myLot reputation of 95/100. OreoCookie3 (22470)   5 years ago

My Ex boyfriend's car would do the same thing. It would die for no reason. Every time he took the car to the shop it never acted up. He had so much replaced on it and finally had to get a different car because he was afraid of getting into an accident with it. I think it is some defect coming from the factory. His was a Buick also, but I don't remember the model. I am glad you are safe grandmaof2. Thank God you are okay. You might need to get a different car. That is dangerous.


myLot reputation of 99/100. Grandmaof2 (4590)   ranked 32 out of 5,020 in family  5 years ago

Yes my dear friend it is dangerous and it shook me bad. I would think if it was a factory defect it would have happened years ago but who knows??? At this point anything is possible. I find it interesting that other people have had the same problems with their Buick. I appreciate hearing from you and I will ask our mechanis about defects. Thank You for your comments, I appreciate that. Take Care.

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3. myLot reputation of 87/100. Modestah (7912)   5 years ago

wow, that is a harrowing experience! I am so glad that you are unharmed.

Before you get the Kia make sure to read owner reviews on them. I have heard repeatedly of dissatisfaction. Breaking down parts, noises, unsolvable problems etc. They are made in Korea and the makers do not care to resolve issues.

you may wish to look at something with a more reliable feedback?


myLot reputation of 99/100. Grandmaof2 (4590)   ranked 32 out of 5,020 in family  5 years ago

Thank You so much for the advice. See this is why I love myLot friends so much. I was told they were made in Korea but also told they had an excellent warrantee. I appreciate the advice without it how would I have known. Thanks!!!Good to have you here. Take care

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4. myLot reputation of 97/100. kelly60 (3254)   ranked 777 out of 5,020 in family   5 years ago

It sounds like you had a very rough day. Thank goodness nobody was hurt. I wish you lots of luck.


myLot reputation of 99/100. Grandmaof2 (4590)   ranked 32 out of 5,020 in family  5 years ago

Thank You, very much my dear friend. I'm happy to see you here!!!I hope your're doing well. Take Care...

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5. dakuohao (18)   ranked 3,063 out of 5,020 in family   5 years ago

very happy can hear your story,it sounds very goog.i do not the vehicle,because i just the unversity graduated,i will come from chinese here to graduate later to want own again to work buy the vehicle and the house.here transportion is not very unimpeded,therefore i thought rides the bike manely to have the exercise body quickly,ha-ha.looked your story,knew you love your car very much,i think it definited also extremely loves you,wishs you happy daily all.


myLot reputation of 99/100. Grandmaof2 (4590)   ranked 32 out of 5,020 in family  5 years ago

Welcome to myLot and Thank You for your comments. You have a good day too. Take Care.

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6. myLot reputation of 71/100. ArsonCuff (2793)   5 years ago

My first car ever was a Buick..good car. Thanks for sharing I guess,


myLot reputation of 99/100. Grandmaof2 (4590)   ranked 32 out of 5,020 in family  5 years ago

Yes I agree with you they are a good car, however very expensive to buy if you buy new. I have never had a new car.

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7. myLot reputation of 53/100. langhua (445)   ranked 4,941 out of 5,020 in family   5 years ago

every day i get up at 6:30 to go to working.i have no time to eat my food.


myLot reputation of 99/100. Grandmaof2 (4590)   ranked 32 out of 5,020 in family  5 years ago

Good for you, you have a job and working. Take time to eat so you don't get sick. Get sick you can't work.

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8. myLot reputation of 98/100. naty1941 (1776)   5 years ago

That is too dangerous. Get another automobile. When I read you story I realized you are alive by a miracle. Take care and have a very good weekend.


myLot reputation of 99/100. Grandmaof2 (4590)   ranked 32 out of 5,020 in family  5 years ago

I guess it's just not my time. Thank You for your comments. Take Care my friend!!!

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9. myLot reputation of 94/100. mizrae (502)   5 years ago

I am so glad you did not get hurt from this episode. Buicks seem to be the vehicle of choice for a lot of people. My moms was a 94 LeSabre and she didn't have a spot of trouble with it. As far as I know, one of my nieces is still driving it. But you are absolutely correct to find another car before this one causes a devastating accident. Good luck with your car search. I ended up getting a Jeep Liberty that I really really like...have you looked at those?


myLot reputation of 99/100. Grandmaof2 (4590)   ranked 32 out of 5,020 in family  5 years ago

My car really doesn't owe me anything, however when you come close to loosing your life, it's time to shop around. Unfortunately I won't be able to afford another Buick but I hope to find something soon. Thank You my friend, good to ear from you. Take Care!!!

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10. myLot reputation of 95/100. vmks31 (7459)   5 years ago

Wow my heart sunk a thousand beats when i read that wow wow one thing for certain you must have a good ticker what a story anyhow it reminds what my daughter tells me and it certainly applies to you...I have Cancer stage IV and i have had it since 2005 ..never had pain ..never side effects and my life is like it was before i have what my brain doesnot tell me i have ..anyhow the line that is for both of us my daughter says "Dad it was not meant to be and god has more for you to take care before he calls ..his plan is in force and he knows many still need you and you have many more things that need to be done before you are called ..so live it and have joy for the all loving wonderful God looking over your life


myLot reputation of 99/100. Grandmaof2 (4590)   ranked 32 out of 5,020 in family  5 years ago

Yes I was fortunate. I hope to be the proud owner of a new vehicle soon !!!

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