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On 4/13/2024 at 3:29 PM, riviera74 said:

To answer your question, I have seen videos on YouTube where the 3.6 required more frequent maintenance than any other GM engine in order to run for a long period of miles (say, 150K+ miles).  I suspect that this new Turbo 4cyl should have fewer problems (real or alleged) than the 3.6 High Feature engine.  Then again, the 3800 was bulletproof while the 3.6HF was less so.

https://newparts.com/articles/gm-3-6-v6-problems-and-known-issues/

I thought this was somewhat interesting when reading about the history of the 3.6

RENTAL!!!!!

This will be interesting; since I had a 2016…..

these are some images out there on the net with predictions for the pending Pacifica heavy refresh in 25 or 26.  I sort of dig the red with black roof look.

in two days, THREE year VANIVERSARY!

New cars, buy or lease, are pretty unobtainable nowadays.  Sales wanted me to reup the lease for 300 more bucks /mo.  MSRP's through the roof, for the same thing.

And weirdly, there is not much for color availability for a replacement, in other than black and white these days.  No can do.  Took advantage of the really cheap buyout price and now are owners.

Sitting about 29,000 miles.  Using as a daily driver 2 days a week now, and the Regal 3 days a week.

Still enjoying this ride and its been knock on wood, no issues.

Last fall I bought OEM wheels for cheap for winter rubber... but never did get the tires this year as winter has been so mild and without snow.  But next winter I'll be able to get some X-Ice or Blizzaks.

Love the comfortable seats.  And the higher ride height is a nice welcome contrast vs the Regal.  The Harmon Kardon sound is really good.  Far better than the junk Bose (redundant term, I know) in the Regal.

Pacifica sales were really good last year, and this vehicle will remain in the Chrysler lineup for the foreseeable future.  In fact, there is a major refresh now coming out in 2025 or 2026.  I can't wait to see what it may be.  Some rumor renderings look good, some others don't.  

Part of the reason for the buyout was GM hasn't gotten their new Acadia and Traverse out yet.  Painfully slow getting them to market!  And the Enclave too!  3 times now and technically this is the 4th time we could have looked to get into the GM three row products.  The Pacific is just easy to drive and own.  Rides great, quiet.  May look to replace the TourX one of these days when GM finally gets those new 3 rows to the market.

Our last three vacations, we've rented Pacificas also.  The front drivers pull amazing highway mpg when your doing interstate driving.

Have still had interest in the plug in version.....I think they still have teething issues with them, but also..they are heavy due to the battery and you lose stow n Go as well as all wheel drive.  I was interested in test driving a Sienna hybrid, but you can never find one on a lot.  Plus, the Sienna interior is ghastly.

Recent oil change again. Sitting at about 43,000 miles now. The dealership has a great car wash!

The CT4-V blackwing uses the 3.6 twin turbo v6

On 10/23/2023 at 3:02 PM, David said:

Glad you have not had issues, Jasper and Fraser have been very clear on the motor issues and the updates they did to correct them.

JASPER Remanufactured Engines & Transmissions (jasperengines.com)

This independent review hits the big 4 main issues with the Pentastar 3.6L V6.

The 4 Most Common FCA Pentastar 3.6L Engine Problems (tuningpro.co)

Some of the most common issues with the Dodge, Jeep, Ram, Chrysler 3.6 Pentastar engine include:

• Cylinder head (2011-2013)
• Rocker arms
• Cooling system
• Oil pump

CHRYSLER 3.6L VVT MOPAR CRATE ENGINE | Fraser Engines and Transmissions (fraserengineco.com)

I get it that due to the wide use of this motor, it comes across as reliable, but with Stellantis high Lease rate, I suspect the full picture is not known of the shortcuts Stellantis has taken in the past for the PentaStar 3.6L V6.

At least it is good to be aware of the potential issue with this engine.

On the pacificaforums.com that I go due (due to driving a Pacifica) there are topics of the v6 having issues.  Hard to gauge how prolific it is really but yes, an item of concern.  It was reasoned by a few that the percentage is actually very small (but with vocal impacted owners) and it may be related to either maintenance and general care or believe it or not one theory I read was the stress of the autostart may be causing causing other stress in the powertrain itself.

My lease is ending soon on our 2nd Pacifica and I had fully intended to buy it as the lease end is far less than market value right now.  However, knowing there is a motor with potential issues clouds the issue a bit.  I suppose to include warranty would be most prudent thing.

I even just bought separate wheels for it recently that I intend to put snows on for this winter.  The same 20" OEM's as a matter of fact.  Crazy good deal.

Spark is really good at what it’s supposed to be. But beware it’s not a big rig at all!

On 9/26/2023 at 11:02 AM, ccap41 said:

Little did we know how bad it would get... 

I'll be sure to get back with some updated thoughts on the car.  In the meantime, this evening, the light and sun was hitting the car in an interesting way, so I whipped out the phone cam and took a few more pics.  The camera didn't quite pick up how interesting with the color very well.  A little over 4 years and the odd just passed 37,000 miles.

On 9/15/2023 at 8:38 AM, ccap41 said:

i completely forgot you have a TourX. I want one of those really bad right now. They seem like such a great overall package. 

Just had my four year carversary the other day….just about 37000 on the odometer ….

5 hours ago, Drew Dowdell said:

I need to look it up, but I think the Traverse and Acadia are back to being the same size again. It looks like the Traverse shrank.  This leads me to wonder what will happen to Enclave and XT6.  Enclave always had the larger body while XT6 is on a very slightly lengthened Acadia wheelbase, but longer overall length.

If this

https://burlappcar.com/2023/06/2024-buick-enclave.html

is accurate to what the new Enclave will be, it can just get in my belly right now

perfect step up for me from the TourX but I might as well dream because can’t likely afford anything anymore 

Nice interior update. 
 

base engine still weak. 3.0 on the V could stand to be the 3.6 tt also

Finally making amends for their big mistake. 
 

yet, ^^^the gap you mention could be filled by rebadging the current Acadia. The smaller size did work better for some and that is a worthwhile market segment on its own. Just not the same sales volume. 
 

even Toyota has the Highlander and the Grand Highlander now. 

1 hour ago, trinacriabob said:

Telepathy at work.

I will be getting a rental car next week.  I opted for the "surprise" deal and it said that it could be an EV.  I'm questioning the range and was told it can vary.  I might even get a regular car, which is what happens most of the time.  As long as it has a trunk that can be covered.  

This might be an adventure.  I have no clue where to power a potential EV rental.

As for the Bolt, I prefer the name to Volt, which is too obvious.  It's not too bad looking from the photos.  I especially like the dash and how everything sits under the cowl.

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I don't think they were prescient when Buick released the Electra nameplate.  Some cars have been named after Greek mythological figures.  However, Electra is a name that should definitely come back when Buick brings an EV CAR back into their portfolio.

https://insideevs.com/news/671907/buick-electra-e4-unveiled-more-stylish-alternative-e5/

curb weight?  (or did I miss it)

Relatives in town.  Came to visit with a rental from Hertz.  New Chevy Bolt!  38 dollars a day evidently.

On 7/26/2023 at 8:51 PM, bobo said:

Bringing the Bolt back is great news.  The Equinox EV is 2 feet longer, and not everyone wants a larger crossover.  The Ultium tech should be addressing the only major issue on the Bolt, and that is the slow fast-charging speed.  While the max charging speed is about 55 kW, it also tapers off quickly.  It's unknown whether the Bolt will live on in EV or EUV form or both.  I would prefer the original EV body to make it an honest hatch, and the EV weighs less than the EUV because it uses several aluminum body panels versus the all-steel EUV.  However, the EUV is the much better-selling body style and has more modern detailing.

I prefer the EUV due to actual room and space. 
 

I agree with those that would like an AWD option.   I don’t really want to buy any cars in the future without AWD. 

https://gmauthority.com/blog/2023/07/images-of-next-gen-2025-chevy-equinox-activ-leaked-in-china/

REALLY liking this new potential Equinox.  HUGE upgrade in styling.  More rugged, some same cues as new Traverse.  Put the 2.0 engine in it and i might actually be jiggy for it as consideration as next vehicle.....depending on interior

6 hours ago, trinacriabob said:

I hope you're talking Pontiac, because the very last Bonneville was probably one of the nicest vehicles among GM's last full-size cars ... and a huge improvement over the "upside down boat"/"jellybean" Bonneville that preceded it.

Front angled view

Rear angled view

 

They really did something right with these rear taillamps 

The dashboard was a bit much, and they could have simplified things, but this cabin was comfortable and the dash had all these goofy things going on

LOVE LOVE LOVE THE EXCITEMENT !!!!!! of those style Pontiac interiors.

still would be very desirable today, IMO.  that and the Olds Aurora interiors.

Plenty of good ventilation as well!

gotta admit, i've warmed up to this and the Trax, especially after sitting in a Trax at the auto show.

Still really dislike the piss pot engine and no all wheel drive.  I tend to think AWD may get added in a year or two.  People miss the point on whether it needs it or not.  It's about whether customers want it.  Here in the north, people want it on the option sheet, they want to get away from the stoplight easier, they want to get up their driveways easier.  Dealers want it also.  Why give even more sales to Subaru?  Why do you think Nissan added AWD to the Altima option sheet.  Why does an HRV have AWD?  It's like the old days when RWD diehards complained and said, why do luxury sedans need AWD?  And now, name me a luxury sedan brand that doesn't have AWD available or as its most available configuration?

This is affordable, which is the key thing here.  A Buick that may sell in larger volumes and keep the dealer's door open.

Depending on the ways of the world and maybe when cheap leases come back maybe this is a daughter's first car choosing over the far too many on the roads Chevy version.  Or maybe if i end up driving a lot for work again it could always be something i add to my stable.  REALLY would prefer a 1.5t four cylinder in this though.

mixed bag, better looking than the other ID's but still looking chunky and weird.

These EV interiors with their horizontal dashboards, tacked on screens and weird consoles don't feel like some of the more driver oriented cockpit interiors we've gotten used to over the last couple decades or so.

now with a better powertrain and having got used to the new design I am warming up to this.  I even like the interior in this also.

I do understand the lean concept of the Integra, but also wonder if an AWD setup as an option would get the power down better.

a big style improvement over their 'thick' sedans.

no v6.  fail.

design is fairly milquetoast as well.