Basic Information Identification Make: Buick Model: Park Avenue Year: 1995 Model Code: H-body platform Trim Levels Covered: Standard, Ultra Introduction Market Position Vehicle Segment: Full-size luxury sedan Target Audience: Affluent...
Driver and front passenger airbags (Supplemental Inflatable Restraint - SIR)
Seat Belts:
Three-point front and rear seat belts
Child Seat Anchors:
Provision for child seat installation (refer to manual for proper placement)
Technology Features
Infotainment
Audio System:
AM/FM stereo with cassette player, optional CD player, optional premium sound system (e.g., Bose)
Climate Control:
Manual or Automatic Climate Control (Dual-zone optional on Ultra)
Driver Assistance
Cruise Control:
Standard
Connectivity
Early Connectivity:
N/A (No integrated Bluetooth or navigation systems in 1995)
Maintenance
Service Intervals
Oil Change Interval:
Every 3,000 - 5,000 miles or 3-6 months, depending on driving conditions (refer to manual for exact guidance)
Tire Rotation Interval:
Every 5,000 - 7,500 miles
Spark Plug Replacement:
Refer to manual; typically around 100,000 miles for platinum-tipped plugs on the 3800 Series I
Coolant Flush Interval:
Every 2 years or 30,000 miles (typical for conventional coolant)
Fluid Specifications
Engine Oil Type:
SAE 5W-30 (API SG or SH certified)
Engine Oil Capacity:
Approximately 4.5 quarts (4.3 L) with filter change
Coolant Type:
GM P/N 1052840 (Green) or Dex-Cool (Orange) if the system was converted, though Dex-Cool was not standard in '95.
Brake Fluid Type:
DOT 3
Known Issues
Common Wear Items:
Intake manifold gaskets (on certain GM 3800 V6 variants, though less common on the Series I), coolant elbows (plastic fittings), power steering pump leaks, suspension components (bushings, struts)
Electrical Gremlins:
Can occur with age; issues with sensors, wiring harnesses, and accessory modules are possible.
Engine Reliability:
The naturally aspirated 3800 V6 (Series I) is generally robust and reliable with proper maintenance.
Supercharger Considerations:
The supercharged version offers more power but can be more prone to certain issues if not maintained, such as belt tensioner wear.
Vehicle History
Brand Heritage
Buick Legacy:
Long-standing reputation for comfort, quietness, and V8 power (though this era focused on V6 efficiency and refinement)
Model Evolution
Park Avenue Lineage:
Evolved from the LeSabre platform, positioned as a premium, large sedan offering luxury and comfort
1995 Updates:
Generally a carry-over year for the second-generation Park Avenue, with minor styling and feature tweaks.
Production
Platform:
H-body (GM's G-body rear-wheel drive platform shared with Chevrolet Caprice, Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser, etc. - *Correction*: The 1995 Park Avenue is on the GM W-body platform, not the H-body. The H-body designation is for large RWD GM sedans like the Caprice. The W-body is FWD.)
Manufacturing Location:
GMC's Willow Run plant, Ypsilanti, Michigan (typically)
Awards & Recognition
Recognitions
Consumer Reports Ratings:
Generally received mixed to good ratings for comfort and reliability, though some older GM platforms had known issues with specific components.
Jd Power Awards:
Often ranked well for initial quality and long-term dependability in its segment during the mid-90s.
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