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1996 Buick Roadmaster Exterior: 0
1996
1995
Fuel Economy
18 combined mpg
Horsepower
260 hp
Engine
V8, 5.7 Liter
Cargo Volume
21 - 54.7 cu ft
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1996 Buick Roadmaster Overview

1996 Buick Roadmaster Pricing

1996 Buick Roadmaster pricing starts at $2,268 for the Roadmaster Sedan 4D, which had a starting MSRP of $28,590 when new. The range-topping 1996 Roadmaster Estate Wagon 4D starts at $2,732 today, originally priced from $30,230.

Original MSRP
KBB Fair Purchase Price (national avg.)
Sedan 4D
$28,590
$2,268
$30,125
$2,472
$30,230
$2,732

The Kelley Blue Book Fair Purchase Price for any individual used vehicle can vary greatly according to mileage, condition, location, and other factors. The prices here reflect what buyers are currently paying for used 1996 Buick Roadmaster models in typical condition when purchasing from a dealership. These prices are updated weekly.

Roadmaster Consumer Sentiment

Owners give this generation Buick Roadmaster (1991-1996) a 4.8 out of 5 rating, which is higher than most, and 98% recommend it. These figures are based on 139 consumer reviews, like these:

What Owners are Saying About the 1996 Buick Roadmaster

"This car is in excellent condition I just went to"

"The car is an excellent condition inside and out only 1 owner. Next door neighbor bought it for 2200 and he just took the seat covers off of it so inside and out is immaculate no wear and tear on any of it or anything in the vehicle. Is it worth that price? Sincerely Nana"

"Great all-purpose vehicles-retro with LT1 engine"

"I bought this car to haul people (scouts) and tow up to 3500 lbs (scout trailer). It met all of my expectations and was loved by all the scouts that rode in it (especially the rear facing seat. Loaded, comfortable, and handles like a dream. Sounds great too with that Corvette motor. It was one terrific ride and great value. Add ons are a receiver hitch, airbags for the rear coils, Flowmaster exhaust, and tinted windows."

"A Real Tiger"

"I am a 63 year old male. I have had my 1996 Limited Sedan 18 months now and have had no problems. The car had 112,000 miles when I got it and now has a little over 117,000. I am retired and don't put a whole lot of miles on the car. I do though, at times, just go get in and take a drive just for the enjoyment of driving it. The car is well built, reliable, powerful, and comfort is a plus. Have had a lot of cars over the years but this is by far my FAVORITE. I did a lot of research before buying and the car has, so far, lived up to my every expectation. What a shame they went out of production."

Overall 1996 Buick Roadmaster Quality

User sentiment suggests the overall quality of the 1996 Buick Roadmaster is above average for its class. Owners rated the 1996 Buick Roadmaster quality a 4.8 out of 5.

1996 Buick Roadmaster Reliability

The 1996 Buick Roadmaster receives an average consumer rating of 4.8 overall and a 4.8 for reliability, which means owners consider its reliability to be above average.

Favorite 1996 Roadmaster Features

According to drivers of the 1996 Roadmaster, here are some of its best features:

  • Awesome looking car, everything works in the car a
  • Fun ride, eye opener when the Flowmasters purr!
  • Over all a really great car
  • Power, Cargo Space, Luxury Interior
  • Lots of room and really comfortable

1996 Buick Roadmaster MPG by Trim

1996 Roadmaster Sedan 4D - city 15 MPG - hwy 24 MPG

1996 Roadmaster Limited Sedan 4D - city 15 MPG - hwy 24 MPG

1996 Roadmaster Estate Wagon 4D - city 15 MPG - hwy 24 MPG

1996 Roadmaster Safety

NHTSA Safety Rating

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), the 1996 Buick Roadmaster front-side driver crash test rating is 4 out of 5 stars. The front-side passenger crash test rating is 2 out of 5.

1996 Buick Roadmaster Safety Features

  • Child Door Locks
  • Child Seat Anchors: Not available
  • Driver Airbag
  • Passenger Airbag
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1996 Buick Roadmaster
KBB.com Consumer Reviews

4.8
Consumer Rating
Based on 139 Consumer Reviews
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Value
4.7
Performance
4.8
Quality
4.8
Comfort
4.9
Reliability
4.8
Styling
4.7

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1996 Buick Roadmaster Styles

Style
Price
Combined Fuel Economy
Horsepower
Engine
Cargo Capacity
Torque
Curb Weight
Sedan 4D
$2,268
18 MPG
260 @ 5000 RPM
V8, 5.7 Liter
21 cu ft
330 lb-ft
4138 lbs
Limited Sedan 4D
$2,472
18 MPG
260 @ 5000 RPM
V8, 5.7 Liter
21 cu ft
330 lb-ft
4138 lbs
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1996 Buick Roadmaster Depreciation

A 1996 Buick Roadmaster has depreciated $425 or 20% in the last 3 years and has a current resale value of $1,647 and trade-in value of $669.

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1996 Buick Roadmaster Annual Depreciation

Year
Vehicle Depreciation*
Resale Value
Trade-In Value
2022
+ $376
$2,072
$1,164
2023
$344
$1,728
$667
2024
$41
$1,687
$711
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$40
$1,647
$669
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*Depreciation for the last 12 months of the private party resale value.

1996 Buick Roadmaster Depreciation

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Specifications

Dimensions, Weights & Capacities

Curb Weight
4138 lbs.
EPA Passenger
135.7 cu.ft.
EPA Total Interior
156.7 cu.ft.
Fuel Capacity
23.0 gallons
Front Head Room
39.2 inches
Front Leg Room
42.1 inches
Max Seating Capacity
6
Overall Length
215.8 inches
Front Shoulder Room
63.3 inches
Towing Capacity, Maximum
5000 lbs.
Trunk or Cargo Capacity
21.0 cu.ft.
Turning Diameter
37.8 feet
Wheel Base
115.9 inches
Width with mirrors
78.1 inches

Exterior

Alloy Wheels
Available
Moon Roof/Sun Roof
Available
Number of Doors
4 doors

Fuel Economy

City
15 mpg
Highway
24 mpg
Combined
18 mpg

Mechanical

Drivetrain
RWD
Transmission Type
Automatic

Performance

Horsepower
260 @ 5000 RPM
Torque
330 @ 2400 rpm
Engine
V8, 5.7 Liter

Warranty

Basic
3 years / 36000 miles
Powertrain
3 years / 36000 miles
Corrosion
6 years / 100000 miles

Entertainment

  • CD Player

Interior

  • Power Windows

Seating

  • Leather Seats
  • Dual Power Front Seats
  • Power Driver's Seat

Technology

  • Cruise Control

1996 Buick Roadmaster Safety

1996 Buick Roadmaster Safety Technology

  • Child Door Locks
  • Child Seat Anchors: Not available
  • Driver Airbag
  • Passenger Airbag
Not Available

Crash Test Rating

Provided by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
Driver Front
4.0
Passenger Front
2.0

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Price
$2,268
$1,853
$2,393
$2,223
Consumer Rating
4.8
4.1
4.5
4.2
Fuel Economy
City 15/Hwy 24/Comb 18 MPG
City 23/Hwy 32/Comb 26 MPG
City 22/Hwy 28/Comb 24 MPG
City 18/Hwy 26/Comb 21 MPG
Fuel Type
Gas
Gas
Gas
Gas
Seating Capacity6555
Basic Warranty
3 years or 36000 miles
3 years or 36000 miles
3 years or 50000 miles
3 years or 36000 miles
Horsepower
260 @ 5000 RPM
110 @ 5000 RPM
130 @ 6000 RPM
160 @ 5200 RPM
Engine
V8, 5.7 Liter
4-Cyl, 2.0 Liter
4-Cyl, 2.0 Liter
V6, 3.1 Liter
Drivetrain
RWD
FWD
FWD
FWD

1996 Buick Roadmaster Rankings

FAQs

Is 1996 a good year for a Buick Roadmaster?

Owners of the vehicle give it 4.8 out of 5 stars. To find out if the 1996 Roadmaster is the right car for you, check out the pros and cons, trims, specs and options at Kelley Blue Book.

Is the Buick Roadmaster 1996 a good vehicle?

Owners of the vehicle give it 4.8 out of 5 stars. To find out if the 1996 Roadmaster is the right car for you, check out the pros and cons, trims, specs and options at Kelley Blue Book.

What is the MPG for a 1996 Buick Roadmaster?

The 1996 Buick Roadmaster gets 15 mpg in the city and 24 mpg on the highway.

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