2004 BUICK CENTURY NEW CAR BUYER'S GUIDE

What's New for the 2004 Buick Century?
All 2004 Buick Century models have new wood tone trim for the interior, a CD player becomes standard and four-wheel-disc brakes are included on all versions. Custom models get extras like a power driver's seat, cruise control, body-color exterior trim and chrome-plated wheelcovers for 2004. Limited models include leather upholstery and steering wheel radio controls. Two new exterior colors round out the short list of changes to the 2004 Buick Century.

Advantages of the 2004 Buick Century:

• Good value for the price the consumer actually pays
• Smooth ride
• Torquey V6 engine
• Solid reliability history

Objections to the 2004 Buick Century:

• Somewhat cramped rear seat
• Lacking refinement
• A snooze to drive
• Design and engineering that is eight years old

Editor's Advice:
Today's Buick Century has been on the road for eight years with minimal changes to the design and engineering. That's more than twice the shelf life of a typical Japanese rival. If this is not an issue for you, take heart in the fact that the 2004 Buick Century is a nicely styled, smooth riding, well equipped, reliable American sedan. There's nothing exciting about it, and sometimes that's a good thing.