Model year guide

2005 Buick Park Avenue

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2005 Buick Park Avenue is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 9 on record.

2005 Buick Park Avenue — representative photo
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2005 Buick Park Avenue at a glance

Owner complaints8
Combined20–21 mpg
Typical price$3,378

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

2005 Buick Park Avenue common problems

The most-reported problem areas across all 8 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Wheels
Inspect wheels for bends, cracks and curb rash, and feel for vibration at highway speed.
Electrical System
Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.
Equipment
Test all accessories — sunroof, climate, seats, electronics — for proper operation.
Suspension
Listen for clunks over bumps, check the car sits level, and look for uneven tire wear and worn shocks or struts.
Tires
Check tread depth, the DOT age date, and that all four tires match with even wear. Look for bulges or cracks.

2005 Buick Park Avenue MPG & running costs

Combined20–21 mpg
City18 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 2005 Buick Park Avenue worth?

Low
$850
Typical price
$3,378
High
$6,900

From 9 comparable 2005 Buick Park Avenue listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2005 Buick Park Avenue costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$18,250
Depreciation (5 yrs)$2,100
Total$20,350
Per mile$0.27

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 ($3,378) with the same model 5 model-years older ($1,292), from CarLogs listing data. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

2005 Buick Park Avenue trims & engines on record

Trims
Base · Ultra
Engines
3.8L 6-cyl

2005 Buick Park Avenue vehicles on record

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Other Buick Park Avenue model years

2004 2003 2002 2001 2000 1999 1998 1997 1996 1995 1994 1993 1992 1991

2005 Buick Park Avenue — frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2005 Buick Park Avenue?

Across all 8 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are wheels, electrical system, equipment.

What gas mileage does the 2005 Buick Park Avenue get?

The 2005 Buick Park Avenue has U.S. EPA estimates of 20–21 mpg combined, depending on engine and trim (2 versions).

How much is a 2005 Buick Park Avenue worth?

Comparable 2005 Buick Park Avenue listings run roughly $850–$6,900, typically around $3,378 (from 9 vehicles).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.