Buick Park Avenue (2nd generation)
The final evolution of Buick's traditional full-size American luxury flagship.
- Power
- 205 bhp
- 0–60 mph
- 8.5 s
- Top speed
- 109 mph
- Est. value
- $3k–$9k
About the Buick Park Avenue
The second-generation Park Avenue was built on General Motors' G-body platform, sharing its robust architecture with the Buick Riviera and Oldsmobile Aurora. It featured the legendary 3800 Series II V6 engine, widely regarded as one of the most reliable powerplants ever produced by GM. While the Ultra trim offered a supercharger, the standard 3.8 provided a smooth, torque-rich experience tailored for effortless highway cruising. It represents the end of an era for the traditional, plush-riding American premium sedan before Buick shifted its focus toward SUVs.
Buick Park Avenue specs
The Buick Park Avenue produces 205 bhp (153 kW) and 312 Nm (230 lb-ft) of torque. It reaches 60 mph in 8.5 seconds and has a top speed of 109 mph (175 km/h).
| Make | Buick |
|---|---|
| Model | Park Avenue |
| Generation | Second Generation (2nd generation) |
| Trim | 3.8 |
| Years | 1997–2005 |
| Type | Luxury |
| Body style | Sedan |
| Country | United States |
| Original price | About $34,000 when new |
| Engine | 3.8-litre V6 |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 3,791 cc (3.8 litres) |
| Induction | Naturally aspirated |
| Power | 205 bhp (153 kW) at 5,200 rpm |
| Torque | 312 Nm (230 lb-ft) |
| Redline | 6,000 rpm |
| 0–60 mph | 8.5 s |
| Top speed | 109 mph (175 km/h) |
| Transmission | 4-speed automatic |
| Drivetrain | Front-wheel drive |
| Weight | 1,713 kg (3,777 lb) |
| Power-to-weight | 120 bhp per tonne |
Typical figures for the standard car; options, markets and model years vary. Where our specs come from
How much is a Buick Park Avenue worth?
A typical Buick Park Avenue is estimated to be worth $3,000 – $9,000 (about £2,200 – £6,700).
Its original price when new was about $34,000.
Values are directional estimates for a typical example, not appraisals. Condition, mileage, history and specification all change what a real car is worth. Pound figures use the exchange rate of 3 November 2026. How values are estimated
Buick Park Avenue rarity in CarSpot
The Buick Park Avenue is a Common card in CarSpot, with a rarity score of 1 out of 100. Everyday cars you can spot on almost any street. A Common card is worth 10 XP.
Each model's tier starts from a 0–100 score based on its value plus its power or production numbers. Once enough players have spotted a model, how often it is spotted can move it up or down one tier. How CarSpot rarity works
Rarity is a collectible game mechanic, not an assessment of real-world scarcity or value.
Buick Park Avenue fun facts
- The 3800 Series II V6 engine found in this car was named one of Ward's 10 Best Engines of the 20th Century.
- This generation was the first Buick to be built using a stiffened chassis design inspired by the 'StabiliTrak' system development.
- The Park Avenue nameplate was so well-regarded in China that it was later resurrected there for a Holden-based flagship sedan.