2004 Buick Park Avenue problems, recalls, safety rating, MPG & value

Q: What gas mileage does the 2004 Buick Park Avenue get?

The 2004 Buick Park Avenue has U.S. EPA estimates of 20–21 mpg combined, depending on engine and trim (2 versions).

Q: How much is a 2004 Buick Park Avenue worth?

Comparable 2004 Buick Park Avenue listings run roughly $750–$5,997, typically around $2,886 (from 8 vehicles).

2004 Buick Park Avenue at a glance

Owner complaints12

Combined20–21 mpg

Typical price$2,886

Free: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.

2004 Buick Park Avenue common problems

The most-reported problem areas across all 12 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Exterior Lighting

Confirm all headlights, brake lights, turn signals and reverse lights work, with no moisture inside the housings.

Electrical System

Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.

Wheels

Inspect wheels for bends, cracks and curb rash, and feel for vibration at highway speed.

Visibility/wiper

Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.

Air Bags

Confirm the airbag light turns on then off at startup — if it stays lit there's a fault (costly, and a safety risk). Check for signs of prior deployment.

Structure

Inspect for rust, fresh undercoating, mismatched paint, uneven panel gaps and any sign of prior collision or frame repair.

2004 Buick Park Avenue MPG & running costs

Combined20–21 mpg

City17 mpg

Highway27 mpg

Est. annual fuel cost$3,650

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov. The EPA lists 2 versions of this model year; combined is shown as a range and the other figures are averages.

What's a 2004 Buick Park Avenue worth?

Low

$750

Typical price

$2,886

High

$5,997

From 8 comparable 2004 Buick Park Avenue listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2004 Buick Park Avenue costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$18,250

Depreciation (5 yrs)$750

Total$19,000

Per mile$0.25

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. Depreciation compares today's typical asking price for this model year ($2,886) with the same model 5 model-years older ($2,139), from CarLogs listing data. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.