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1G4EC11C9JB901770

1988 BUICK Reatta

Vehicle Summary

Experience the classic allure of the 1988 BUICK Reatta, a sleek coupe powered by a 3.8L V6 engine with multipoint fuel injection. This two-door beauty, crafted at the Baltimore Assembly plant, embodies the elegance and performance expected from General Motors. With its manual seat belts and a gross vehicle weight rating under 6,000 lbs, the Reatta is a refined blend of sophistication and engineering.

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Make

BUICK

Model

Reatta

Year

1988

Engine

3.8L

Complete Specifications

22 specs

Make BUICK

Manufacturer Name GENERAL MOTORS LLC

Model Reatta

Model Year 1988

Plant City BALTIMORE

Vehicle Type PASSENGER CAR

Plant Country UNITED STATES (USA)

Plant Company Name Baltimore Assembly

Plant State MARYLAND

Body Class Coupe

Doors 2

Gross Vehicle Weight Rating From Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less)

Gross Vehicle Weight Rating To Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less)

Engine Number of Cylinders 6

Displacement (CC) 3800.0

Displacement (CI) 231.89022755998

Displacement (L) 3.8

Fuel Type - Primary Gasoline

Engine Configuration V-Shaped

Fuel Delivery / Fuel Injection Type Multipoint Fuel Injection (MPFI)

Engine Manufacturer BOCF

Seat Belt Type Manual

Known Issues for This Vehicle

Oil leaks

V-shaped engines like the one in the 1988 BUICK Reatta often face issues with oil leaks, particularly from the valve cover gaskets.

Cooling system failures

The cooling system can become strained in V6 engines, potentially leading to overheating issues.

Timing chain/belt issues

V6 engines can experience wear and tear on the timing components, which may lead to engine misfires or failure to start.

Ignition coil problems

The ignition coils in V6 engines sometimes fail, causing rough idling or difficulty starting the engine.

Fuel injector problems

Fuel injectors may become clogged or fail, leading to poor fuel efficiency and performance issues.

Intake manifold gasket failure

This can cause vacuum leaks, leading to poor engine performance and increased emissions.

Crankshaft position sensor failure

A faulty sensor can result in engine stalling or failure to start.

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