2008 Buick LaCrosse Super (5.3L V8) Start Up, Exhaust, and In Depth Review

[@wtr426]

Grandma won't be late for bingo with that car

[@tehsnipatres208]

Billy Reese I can see why a lot of senior citizens like Buick. It's because they have that classic look to them. Kinda why I like them as well.

[@wtr426]

Justin Christopher yep! I have an 00 GS and love it. Very comfortable car and hauls ass with the supercharged 3800

[@Skyman08]

Billy Reese Those 3800s can be more powerful than v8s. My buddy had an 01' Regal GS that had 240 hp stock and by the time he was done with it he had gotten it up to almost 400 hp to the wheel. That sucker is still on the road smoking v8s to this day.

[@Lincolnator721]

I'm not a senior but I love the looks of Buick.

[@Lincolnator721]

***** lol

[@theghostofmarley3554]

You know your in a sleeper when the car’s top speed is higher than the speedometer’s top speed

[@almackie6104]

Exactly what I thought

[@moontiger74]

I'm here to find out if there's a way to modify mine (supercharge somehow) to achieve max performance. Not street racing or anything. I just want to get the most out of what I've got (05 cxl)

[@aaron2k2]

@@moontiger74 3.8L has a kit...easy install...

[@The_sinner_Jim_Whitney]

@@moontiger74 Do an engine/trans swap from a wrecked Grand Prix GT/GTP with the supercharged 3800 Series III (I think 2004-5 GTs and 2006-7 GTPs, but I could be mistaken). That’ll be the cheapest and most reliable way if you find a reasonably priced engine/trans and sell yours once the swap’s done.

[@cokedupcat]

@@moontiger74 Probably a transmission upgrade since it comes with a sucky 4 speed. I'd put an 8 speed and a muffler delete. I prefer turbos over supercharges but I don't know if a turbo is even possible in it. EDIT: Also what Jim said. Not a bad idea, but yeah definitely needs a better transmission.

[@tehsnipatres208]

The thing that pisses me off is the fact that no one is really putting V8s into regular sized sedans anymore.

[@automan224]

Jacob Maguire not unless you go German it seems

[@OfficialMarkieB]

Or across the way in Japan.

[@tony10980]

You can thank the EPA and CAFE standards for that. There will never be a V8 car like this unfortunately

[@AJay0404]

You can go for a 5.7 Charger/300

[@zuone3573]

S class is your answer man.

[@israelballew4155]

This car is the ultimate sleeper. You would hear that beautiful v8 and say "that cant be coming from that buick"

[@hendo337]

Then the transmission breaks

[@BigSCTVfan]

Another great Buick from GM. Even in GM's dire financial straits at the time this car came out they were still able to make a quality Buick. Buick always seemed to be the GM's most impressive marque.

[@MichaelLovely-mr6oh]

Definitely. Aside from the video of the 2008 Buick Lucerne Super that Kyle has on his channel; I really like this Buick LaCrosse Super. I may be almost thirty but I don't like to think of the sedans by Buick as "only for old people." In no particular order my favorite Buick vehicles are the Century, Regal, LeSabre, Lucerne, LaCrosse, Park Avenue, and the Enclave.

[@jwagner1993]

One of the most underated brands of all time.

[@ndivine1511]

Ain't no 1999 Toyota that can touch my 1999 Regal GS

[@The_sinner_Jim_Whitney]

Agreed! Love Buicks, always have. I’ve had 2 G-body Regals (V8 and T-type), 2 W-body Regals (an LS and a GS), and a Park Avenue Ultra. They’re not attention-grabbing, plenty quick, reliable, super comfortable, and affordable in really good shape used. I’m definitely buying one of these for a daily/work car as soon as I find a good clean low-mile southern or west coast example after the spring.

[@samuelsabo9493]

It truly is

[@robitaill3]

When you’re 16 and you want a sports car but your parents said no

[@oso666]

Lel, I'm 16 and I only can afford a rusted bicycle.

[@michaelswhite6948]

Im loving mine! I only have the 3.8 CXL but it's identical and almost as fast. Lol Takes off like a Rocket for only having the 6 Cylinder. It's a beautiful beast lol

[@tyrellhawkins9230]

I got the same car and color Black interior tho

[@TheKing-dm3br]

I just got one today and my coworkers are like “ you lucky mother(bleep)” it’s in great condition too, no lights, no speaks or rustles! It’s almost like it just came out of the factory! Love it! :D

[@aguy3710]

I'm jealous!

[@shamarmiller1281]

I just found one in Miami. The owner didn't know what he had for sale for 2800 😂

[@clarencewhatley]

​@@shamarmiller1281 buying one for 2000 today

[@BradleyBellwether-oy2qi]

A great mod for the LS4 is to swap an LS 1 crank in it! Destroking the engine causes a slight torque loss, but it moves the HP and torque peaks *_WAY_* up in the RPM's. It usually pushes the redline up over 7,000 RPM. On the interstate, you'd be absolutely clowning muscle cars!😂

[@MichaelLovely-mr6oh]

Lucky you!

[@jamesbensch6]

in my country this was called the Allure cause LaCrosse is slang for sex in some parts here. The current gen LaCrosse is called the LaCrosse here too. I'm guessing GM said fuck it

[@superpug666]

jamesbensch6 im in that part of the country lol the sex reference is masturbation. But also when you get screwed (like in a deal)

[@tristandavis6331]

jamesbensch6 😂😂😂😂😂

[@MrKnockout_]

Lacrosse is a sport name. What country r you from?

[@carlowilliams3700]

Hamilton Dashcammer so it is called the Buick Sex...

[@jamesbensch6]

Mr. Knockout lol Canada

[@timyank8433]

Thanks for the Super video. I have an 08 and I love every bit of it. It takes off like a rocket, sounds awesome, and its dripping with class and luxry. And not eveyone who appreciates a Buick is old, Im only 30.

[@MrMarcusHen]

How has your super held up through the years? I've heard of transmission problems with these.

[@josephstalin6281]

@@MrMarcusHen They're more than likely gonna go out at some point, unless you mod them,

[@Grove330]

Im 25, just got a 2009 Buick Lucerne Super with 93k miles. Beautiful car.

[@davidminns991]

This Buick and the Lucerne V8 = Luxury/Performance.

[@SergeantVeteran]

My point is not everyone worships expensive Ferraris and Nissan GT-Rs. I find ordinary cars very interesting. Heck, I wouldn't mind this Buick Small-Block V8 over a $200,000 European sports car any day!

[@Trades46]

I'd imagine it would be a supremely comfortable highway cruiser with that V8 and Buick's traditional plush & quiet cabin. Yes there is a serious lack of tech, but not everyone wants iDrive or CUE. Yes this is stereotypical, but Grandma would be happy to learn she doesn't have to spend the next 6 months getting acquainted with a complicated touchscreen if she wants to listen to Frank Sinatra.

[@ryanmelton3679]

I bought an '08 LaCrosse Super last July and it is the most powerful car I have ever owned. I had an '04 Regal GS before I got this bad boy! Epitome of a sleeper! This is basically a 10 year old sedan yet it still has a sub six second 0-60, WOO!

[@michaelswhite6948]

I just got one last year too it's a beast!!

[@cokedupcat]

I heard the 0-60 is like 8-10 seconds. That's kinda slow. Would it benefit from a 8 speed transmission upgrade? Can you even do that? I plan on buying one and getting that transmission upgrade and muffler delete.

[@ProtoAzula]

​@coked-upcat924 wrong. It would be true if you were talking about a buick century, but they barely weigh any more than one and have nearly double the power

[@ericchapman4300]

This is like...the 10th time I've watched those video. I have such a soft spot for these

[@MAdams790]

I love how you have the only real review I can seem to find. Always love your videos. A dealership down the road from me had one in this color with only 71k miles and I’ve been wanting it, and I may just have to snag it now.

[@pulangur]

it has a top speed of 156 mhp, but the top speed on the dashboard is 140

[@TheHallowsaw]

This thing is beautiful. I'm only saying this cause I'm a buick century owner.

[@Hallowsaw]

Traded for a Subaru Legacy, more efficient, AWD, and killer sound system with the limited 3.6r model. Don't think i'm going back to Buick.

[@mattblaster1470]

Shawn Warnick I agree with you, and I’m a Buick Regal owner.

[@1badhaircut]

153 mph ! ... That should shut-up the haters ... but it won't

[@angrydoc7775]

1badhaircut it should be more because I did that in the 3.8l model

[@conner5611]

@@angrydoc7775 lol sure you did

[@angrydoc7775]

@@conner5611 don't believe ?

[@conner5611]

@@angrydoc7775 I sure don't especially since it's a slow 3.8 maybe if it's super charged but then it's still slow

[@angrydoc7775]

@@conner5611 Buick grand national

[@cmeboxu]

I own an 07 impala SS. When I bought it it still had the original goodyear RS-A tires on it. The torque steer was pretty bad with them on it. Last week I put on some Nitto Motivos and the torque steer is gone completely. These cars just need some really good tires and the become awesome handlers. I personally like FWD for cornering over RWD. Seems that the FWD really pulls you into the corners better, at least IMO. And up here in the north I need FWD for the winters.

[@Skyman08]

Thank God GM didn't use that crappy Northstar.

[@hedga001]

The Northstar 4.6L V8 was overall a very good engine despite the short cylinder head bolts stripping out causing head gasket leaks!

[@samsquantch14]

ls4 had their own problems too and they fixed the headbolt flaw on later northstars...and these cars had god awful 4 speeds trans...id rather have a lucerne with the 4l80

[@mattblaster1470]

Harrison Edgar Yes they were good engines, when they worked at least.

[@jordandelaney8619]

samsquantch14 4T80-E*

[@ahope4u2]

samsquantch14 ....I have an 08 Lucerne Super with the Northstar and ALL options....performance plus luxury....we love the car...!!!

[@AsTheSeasonsGray]

If only it was rwd....

[@ANDREWSAMY562]

AsTheSeasonsGray ikr

[@xplorearizona154]

AsTheSeasonsGray turbo v6

[@Area51UFOGynaecology]

A perfect, sensible, daily driver for anyone who enjoys the sound a v8 makes

[@qx4n9e1xp]

THat thing sounds like a beast.

[@WhiteSlift]

Man, this is what I love about America. Even if you're poor you can afford a guzzling, growling 300 horsepower V8 for little money. I'm not too keen on the 4-speed automatic, it could be RWD, and the whole car seems a little outdated, the interior is a little cheap (some large gaps on the middle console), but still it's a real V8 and not a slow one.

[@ImperialRadioYT]

+WhiteSlift what the fuck? what else is there other than a 4-speed? and out-dated? for 2008 (and that general time) it was right there, ugly and sloped and modern, just like everything else

[@WhiteSlift]

I'm not sure what you're trying to say, but a 4-speed auto is outdated by today's standards and was so even in 2008. German cars had 5-speed autos in the late 90's.

[@ImperialRadioYT]

+WhiteSlift german cars also don't come with 325 V8s

[@SpiralZebra]

No, they come with smaller V8s and more horsepower. (450 - 570)

[@s8bre101]

true but GM limits there motors HP greatly for the consumer A tune and a few other mods it could be at that same level as some entry level v8 german sedans IE A8's and E Class

[@Pedal2TheMetal]

Grandpa will be flying through the street lights!!

[@bruteboy123]

Imagine if this car were all wheel drive or rear wheel drive..

[@Hallowsaw]

or a 6 speed

[@Dr_Xyzt]

Heck yeah. Buick has always done nice things without being obnoxious about it. Look at the 1970 Buick GSX that had more torque than ANY of the other muscle cars.

[@TheCarlsonsRaiders]

Would love to have one of these. There's something about a quaint looking Buick with a big, rumbling V8 under the hood that intrigues me.

[@stinkbean1]

I own a 2008 LaCrosse Super, same color (Platinum Metallic), with just over 28,000 miles on it. Mine has 3 options: sunroof, chrome wheels, and the 6-disc CD. It is a true sleeper, and pretty fast.

[@sharkkakirde1]

Nice review,,,,,And people who makes silly comments, should remember that beauty lies in the eyes of the beholder,,so making negative comments would only consume a no brainer...

[@InevitableBlue]

Nice for a Buick! The interior reminds me of the SS. This is a real nice car, but 15.5mpg isn't practical for today. Great review.

[@nickking1510]

I just restored a 2006 5.3 gxp same engine .I get about 30 32 mpg on Canadian imperial gallon

[@hendo337]

What a shame they didn't use the 4T80E transmission or offer the F40 6 speed transaxle with the LS4 in the SS/GXP/Lacrosse, there's no excuse really the Lucerne Super with the Northstar got the 4T80E. If they weren't willing to give the cars an adequate transmission, they should have killed the W-body in 2005, helped Holden get the VE/WM finished sooner and sold the "new" Lacrosse on the Commodore platform with 3.6 300hp, 6L 362hp and using all the badging and trim from the Park Avenue sold in China along with selling the Park Avenue on the WM Caprice chassis here with the 6L L77 V8. If they wanted a Lacrosse or Luscerne VE Super model they could have used the L92 or LS3 6.2L V8. THAT would have saved Buick, having a line running building VE/WM in North America by 2006 would have saved Pontiac too because the pricing could yave been much better, they could have sold a VE Impala and WM Caprice(along with an ElCamino and Nomad) G8 and Bonneville, Luscerne or Lacrosse and Park Avenue all for the kind of pricing they sold the GTO/G8/SS for after the year end discounts $20-36k rather than $33-50k and GM might not yave had so many issues selling cars. The CTS-V and STS-V could have been based on VE and WM as well saving all that cost and giving excellent cars, they might have even been able to offer a Fleetwood luxury WM for the ailing livery industry that only had Lincoln and those garbage FWD Caddy platforms to use. GM could have had a sea of winners on last ts that actually compared to Lexus, MB and BMW rwd cars after they killed the trash FWD disposable junk they peddled for years before traction and stability control made rwd cars good on bad roads and not had the issues fwd had once HP was back up beyond idea.

[@LTurbide]

The giveaway that it's a Super is the number of VentiPorts on the fender. The V6 has 3 on each fender, the V8 has 4 on each fender.

[@josevasquez7784]

I'm in love with this car.

[@robertbidochon7088]

You are still the same, you present the car, and this without being cocky, it's like the fame don't have any effect on you! great! Stay the same and please give us these great car presentations... Thank you !

[@hbright101]

For those who bash on american cars, tell me, what country made the fastest production car in the world (the Hennessey venom gt) ? Amerca. We also win the majority of the wars we fight. Just sayin.

[@chrisg9682]

American cars can't handle.

[@Stressless2023]

Chris Gonzalez Tell that to the Cadillac ATS.

[@HarrySingh-zg1pr]

Dude, why are you bringing the war into this?

[@rickeyredz]

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[@jacktillman9529]

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[@KIngTCannon808]

Its funny my grandmother just looked at this car like a few days ago lol. They wanted $17,550 for it. She wanted it in black smh..so now I'm looking for a black one. THIS CAR IS RARE (Super V8).

[@chrisalvarez7768]

This LaCrosse looks ugly according to some youngsters. I think it looks exquisite and unique.

[@Moparornocar1989]

Buick's slogan for this car should have been "This isn't your grandparents Buick"

[@automan224]

2004oldsmobile that's what killed Oldsmobile

[@lukesil7887]

That's a RARE Car. I also really like the Color Combo on this one

[@rogerredding5269]

Bugger granpar this vehicle rings all the 🔔 and whistles for me?? Love ❤️ it.

[@MrChevybaja]

Im a sucker for rare trim packages. Im sold.

[@drx1994]

Top speed of 156mph and the speedometer only goes until 140mph, funny haha

[@topawk2]

I imagine these are super rare.

[@younginkd]

why is it fail because its fwd? thats where you are wrong why would you buy a full size sedan for performance? fwd is much more everyday useful than rwd especially in areas where there is snow/bad weather. i agree with you the exterior of the car is atrocious, but the interior is amazingly comfortable and not too flashy i have driven one of these cars and it is one of the smoothest driving cars i've ever driven and it doesn't do too much just like a Buick should.

[@theflorgeormix]

Mid 2000' s Mania. Bob Lutz products All good. This is a good looking vehicle in silver. GM mostly very good quality.

[@hakeemsd70m]

The fit and finish on these cars is pretty impressive. I miss this era of GM, great luxury and cheap V8's for all!

[@rafapenson]

GM has been always made good condition vehicles!

[@lorenipsum93]

I'd say the regular lacrosse or even the allure are already sleepers as i own a 2007 allure and can attest to the torque you can achieve from that 200hp NA 3.8L V6

[@cedricarnezscott6384]

2005 Cadillac Escalade ESV Limited Gray: Leather Interior Corsa Sport Exhaust

[@kmart3697]

man i wish buick lacrosse will bring back with motor v8 :'(

[@trenton.tchannel1810]

Idk how gm does it but they always make less hp but get good performance out of their engines like the Tahoe is pretty good with the 5.3l v8 and the corvette zo6 is pretty fast almost fast as the zr1 and make over 100 less hp those gm small blocks are not to be slept on

[@sherwoodwong4401]

999

[@TamilTrapstar]

What does the LaCrosse "super" have thats different from the normal model

[@garfungel3952]

This is basically the regal Gs but newer faster and still a factory sleeper

[@1blackone]

Exactly. The words "young" and Buick are almost oxymoronic. No amount of PR will ever make ANY Buick a younger person's car. Hell, the Cadillac CTS-V coupes and wagons BARELY draw younger(>35 y.o.) drivers, and that line was virtually custom-tailored to that demographic.

[@matthewfrench7488]

these ls4 engines are fun

[@deanna618]

DAYUM! It's beautiful... *wipes tear*

[@mathewbsaenz]

Full disclosure: I've owned a few chevrolets here and there and my family has had a GM vehicle in the household at one point or another during my 28 years, so I mean this with the utmost respect. I have to say, I love GM's stupidly, over simplistic solution to declining sales figures. Car not selling? GM: "Did we try putting a V8 in it yet? Let's do that one! 😁" also GM: "why hasn't the bleeding stopped yet? 🤔"

[@Urbante]

i can't wait see the 2017 buick lacrosse. it can be equipped with HEATED AND VENTELATED FRONT MASSAGING SEATS

[@The_sinner_Jim_Whitney]

These are HARD to find. If I can find a clean, low mileage, southern or west coast example in the spring, I’m DEFINITELY buying one for a daily/work car. When you do find them, the price is usually pretty damn right, I guess because only weirdos like me want them, haha! Impala SSs are more common, but they’re also more expensive, less nice, and less stealthy, and I’m pretty sure they’re bigger, heavier, and slower to boot. Grand Prix GXPs are even more expensive and bigger, but they’re also the fastest and sportiest. Then again, most of what I love about this car is that almost no one knows what these are or that they even exist. Super-sleeper, and won’t draw attention.

[@Dtown96]

I just bought one from an old, rich lady whose husband died and she was selling one of their cars. It has a clean title, and only 4900 miles.

[@The_sinner_Jim_Whitney]

@@Dtown96 Damn, that's awesome!

[@SergeantVeteran]

Not all people have ridiculously high standards like you. Some people are thankful enough to own a decent old car rather than some all-wheel drive, 1000 hp, 2 cylinder quad turbocharged and twin supercharged engined, gold plated, leather and wood lined, 300 mph super-mega-ultra luxury limousine that goes from 0-60 in 1 second and can go around the Nurburgring in 3 seconds. Not everyone can afford cars like that you know.

[@Cuseball121]

Correct, corvette was put out with a new body in 05. 2013 corvette is not changing. Production on this body style corvette started in 2004. 2004 - 2013. How many years is that dumbass? I realize changing cars is expensive but Ford has been doing it every 3 years lately. Chrysler changed all their cars after the bailout and fixed a lot of problems they had in the past i.e. their awful transmissions. GM was "bought out" by our government. Where the money's from doesnt matter, it's how they use it

[@Rajinphoto]

my 2001 4.6 V8 got 300 Horse Power....and this is 2008 and 5.3L V8 but this has 300 Horse Power? wow

[@Mohamedzaherelshawarby]

شبه الدودج نيون من الخلف

[@Dr_Xyzt]

Ferrari made 7421 F430's. Buick made 2416 LaCrosse Supers.

[@op3l]

While it's true your driving habits dictates your actual MPG, but having a good economy minded driving habit coupled with a 6 speed or 8 speed transmission will save you more gas.

[@desertfox2020]

Torque is more important than horsepower, that's our logic. And you can easily put a new camshaft in an engine like this and get well over 100 horsepower/liter, but with alot less torque.

[@YourMajesticKyng]

Wow, just wow. How is a 4 speed automatic a fail ? This car isn't meant for racing at every stoplight. How is 300 HP in a V8 a fail ? This car isn't meant to challenge sports cars or super cars Is it meant to be a family luxury car with some get up and go and it does that with a 0-60 MPH in less than 6 seconds and a top speed in excess of 150 MPH. Lastly, GM just like every other manufacturer makes mistakes, no manufacturer is perfect.

[@SergeantVeteran]

Ok, I will respect your different opinion. Just remember this, one person's souped-up grandpa cruiser is another person's very luxurious, comfortable, but very powerful dream car.

[@2steaksandwiches665]

This thing is stupid and cool. I could totally see rocking one of these for shits and giggles

[@DursosZeroPred]

When you have a 4 speed, your at around 2600rpms at highway speed. with a 5 speed you're at like 2200. 6 speed 1800. of coarse these numbers aren't exact but you do save gas with more gears, unless you're going to drive 50mph everywhere.

[@svpracer98]

I never knew I wanted a lacrosse until now

[@bullsfan23gg53]

Way nicer than the basic impala ss lot more features and better looking gauges all around way better car to buy for the money especially if it performs better as well.

[@FlamingShutter]

Bucks make the best sleepers I had a Regal it was amazing this looks great too...plus hearing separate ways on it just made my heart skip a beat lol!!! Haters gonna hate!!!!

[@MrCarguy2]

MY DREAM CAR

[@Aschoolbusandsimulatorfan2219]

My dream Buick sedan! Amazing job Kyle.

[@harryrez]

FINALLy a review of a car that isnt brand new or 100 grand

[@commenttappellestu]

In Canada we call this the Allure.

[@3wfr969]

commenttappellestu because lacrosse means something bad

[@joshgibson8398]

Thanks for doing all these great videos Kyle! I really appreciate it because I love cars. I watch you everyday! Hope you're enjoying your Charger... When you upload the video, I am going to watch it with my dad, because that is his dream car. -Josh Gibson: Birmingham, AL

[@brett-1261]

Why does this sound better than some muscle cars?😂

[@AJay0404]

Why does it have to be FWD 😤😤😤???

[@EverydayDrives]

How much for a car like that ?

[@hybrid32494]

looks like a mash up of GM and FORD parts to me. Reminds me of a late model GTO and lincoln LS, and a little of the nasty checy cobalt mixed in too, ahahah. SHuold have been rear drive.

[@Epicmusic1995]

This car is freaking gorgeous!

[@strikingly105]

What a pretty car, I love sliver.

[@jmjosemora16]

I didn’t know that these had a V8! Thanks for the new info! 🤯🤩

[@mrwafflez000]

THEY PUT THE ENGINE IN THE WRONG WAY!

[@matrixmaster2233]

MrWafflez000 Huh, how the hell did I not notice that?

[@Nb005]

They located the V8 the same way someone locates a FWD V6 or I4. Yes a little weird. Kinda like a non muscular V8 car XD

[@shirke01]

I hate front wheel drive car. One car I like dodge charger.

[@SPARTANLuis067]

I actually have one and I love it. Although yeah, she's thirsty.

[@stano008]

grandpa's Buick

[@Mike060504]

love hearing journey in the background

[@MrJeronimo94]

I really like that remote start but what is it really good for ?

[@nellyfarnsworth7381]

Cold or hot weather. 5 minutes later the interior is wonderful.

[@topawk2]

And i looked it up. Still available for about $18,000

[@pabloparkesol]

They consider more important reliability and the few visits to the mecanic possible than low fuel consuption, so they build engines with big pieces that tolerate higher agressions without breaking.

[@kappete1]

this car is better then the 2005 lacrosse.

[@kmart3697]

la crosse with V8 :)

[@diversherwood9631]

I had that same car. It's one of those you kick yourself for selling. What an awesome package.

[@Tallerico500]

I see what you mean on the mpg aspect. There are 6 cylinders on the market that get comparable or even better mileage than some 4 cylinders. :/

[@shirleyjokincaid1846]

You always show nice cars. Keep up the good work.. I own a Buick Le sabre wish gm still made this model

[@alexisdawn8322]

I have a Buick allure it's a really nice ride