Buick Regal Turbo - Instant Impression

A lot of -- sorry -- fanboys seem to be upset by the Turbo version of the Buick Regal. They say this is no car for enthusiasts, and they're right. But, stop all your hand wringing, because guess what: it doesn't matter. Here's why.

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[miami428]

I agree. The fact that Buick has a turbo in a great looking package is good enough for me.

[juscurious]

@miami428 I agree. This car is on my list as a possible buy. I'm so sick of reading articles and hearing comments from enthusiasts about the performance of cars. They expect every car to have the performance of a Ferrari. In reality, the enthusiast accounts for less than 5% of the car buying public. Most people aren't gonna go out and drive Mountain switchbacks at 3x the posted speed. Most people don't need to get from 0-60mph in under 5 seconds. That just wastes gasoline.

[wongwuipong]

I won't buy car froma bankrupt car maker, that's really an insult doing so

[michaelssocks]

I may consider buying the regal GS. I drove a lower end one that actually caught my attention. I now own a bmw 323i and love it. The steering was actually tighter than my car. The one big turn off for me is the plastic chrom in the rear. Over all im happy buick is heading in the right direction.

[tlococo99]

@juscurious - You're a total nerd. This is Buick weak attempt to compete with the sports sedan market. Of course the enthusiasts are going to be hard on this car, it lacks what it claims to be. If you don't care about the characteristics of this car, buy a Camay and shut up.

[scottwalper]

@juscurious Bought a Regal Turbo in july for driving to work...excellent ride, drive, and handling....the turbo gives it enough kick on the freeway to keep up with traffic..all th while gettting 30 mpg, actually love drivng to work now!

[RaguelAngelofBalance]

Basically Its a Saab 9-3. (RIP Saab)

[RaguelAngelofBalance]

@magi115 He has something against jackass enthusiasts.

[RaguelAngelofBalance]

@valeriy1987 Slow by what standards?

[BigT9708]

@valerity1987 It's a fucking Buick. They're made for comfort and durability. Not speed. Go buy a car that is made for speed. Bet its ride sucks.