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

Hello and welcome to Saabkyle04! KZbin's largest collection of automotive variety! In today's video, we'll take an up close and personal, in depth look at the 2008 Buick LaCrosse Super.
Original MSRP pricing for the Super was around $32,000-$33,000
During this presentation, we will take a 1st person look at what the vehicle is all about beginning with the start up, performance data, fuel economy, the occasional track data, and build quality. Also, I will teach you how to use most of the interior and exterior features in a detailed fashion, that before, you could only get from going to a dealership yourself! Throughout the video, I will highlight key styling and unique differences about the vehicle, any available options, and of course it would not be an enthusiast car video without the good ole engine portion with rev and exhaust note with interior and exterior perspectives. A thorough tour/review of this car designed to give others a greater overall appreciation of the vehicle.
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[@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

[@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

[@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.

[@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

[@ericchapman4300]

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

[@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.

[@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!

[@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

[@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.

[@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.

[@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.

[@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

[@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.

[@Area51UFOGynaecology]

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

[@davidminns991]

This Buick and the Lucerne V8 = Luxury/Performance.

[@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 !

[@Aschoolbusandsimulatorfan2219]

My dream Buick sedan! Amazing job Kyle.

[@lukesil7887]

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

[@jmjosemora16]

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

[@levihudson7614]

Im 15 and I just bought this car but in dark blue. I love it. It has a V6 and is super fun to drive :)

[@itsurboidonnie]

what state do you live in where you’re allowed to drive at 15? just curious

[@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

[@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.

[@Mike060504]

love hearing journey in the background

[@Epicmusic1995]

This car is freaking gorgeous!

[@dave11686]

Great vid as always Kyle!

[@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.

[@Pedal2TheMetal]

Grandpa will be flying through the street lights!!

[@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

[@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.

[@CarringtonHollister]

What a lovely looking Buick‼️

[@Corkoth55]

sounds so good. i really like it!

[@fabiomarine]

Man, you have a nice and methodical presenting style. Very nice reviews. Greetings from Italy. Arrivederci

[@svpracer98]

I never knew I wanted a lacrosse until now

[@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.

[@2Lazy2SignUp]

That exhaust note is beast

[@RakanTaijo]

Keep it up Kyle, I like your new style very much :)

[@HoschtonBoy]

A day without sunshine is a day without a saabkyle04 video.

[@shirleyjokincaid1846]

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

[@DickotheClown]

I have a base model lacrosse, basically this but with a 3.8 v6, probably not as many suspension options, no fake wood on the inside, hubcaps and no chrome bumper strips. Nice cruiser, very good mileage for a big v6 (30mpg highway if you try) I fishbowl it regularly

[@rogerredding5269]

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

[@qx4n9e1xp]

THat thing sounds like a beast.

[@bumblebeeiscamaro]

@saabkyle04 your reviews are very good and informative. keep up the awesome work!!!! also good luck with the Pharmacy stuff lol

[@joel8182]

sounds awesome!

[@TheMattDOOM]

Not bad. Great work Kyle.

[@BladeEdge121212]

I can't wait to get another Buick!

[@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...

[@yyyy2999]

What an intricate piece of machinery from the most prestigious auto maker in the world. beautifully refined with a touch of elegance that really brings it on par with the new Rolls Royce phantom.

[@MrCarguy2]

MY DREAM CAR

[@FanDeAlguersuari]

i've never seen this before, good found, i like it

[@dawoud47]

i know byut i been watching your videos for like 2 years and im waiting but i like the other supercars you do

[@Omar.F87]

Sweet Ride .. thanks alot kyle

[@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.

[@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.

[@13vxlo]

This car looks like a beast

[@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

[@paintedbird]

Beautiful car!!

[@erictheberry]

This is my grandma's car. On a road trip she told me to floor it. Man, this thing roars!

[@iranbass7819]

Lovely car...I'm a Buick Fan

[@chriskatros6148]

Sweet ride

[@Dr_Xyzt]

WOW!!! I haven't seen one of these in person. I remember when it came out, but I've still yet to see one.

[@commenttappellestu]

In Canada we call this the Allure.

[@3wfr969]

commenttappellestu because lacrosse means something bad

[@alexisdawn8322]

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

[@DimachkaS]

Gorgeous blob styling.

[@dm95422]

Great Car. Very reliable.

[@jfsiiiautomotivereviews8343]

DREAM!

[@EckoDaniel22]

Kyle can you do a vid of the new Scion FR-S please.!! Love the videos man great work!!!

[@crystalscan2002]

i like the look of this

[@kun0608]

Great Car!

[@timyank8433]

Love to see what you have

[@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!!!!

[@deanna618]

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

[@81683NJ]

I swear Kyle pops in the Journey Greatest Hits cd for every review LOL

[@strikingly105]

What a pretty car, I love sliver.

[@matthewfrench7488]

these ls4 engines are fun

[@harryrez]

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

[@bumblebeeiscamaro]

have fun!!!

[@TaylorBrownification]

I know it's got to be annoying when people demand "HEY KYLE DO A VIDEO ON THIS" but I noticed on your channel you haven't reviewed the AC Cobra. Just throwing this out there in case you get the opportunity, I would LOVE to see a video on the Cobra as it's in my opinion one of the greatest American made cars ever (along side the Ford GT of course.) Thumbs up so Kyle can see!!!

[@LP6704Murcielago]

We are looking to get one. It would be very helpful, thanks!

[@Moparornocar1989]

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

[@automan224]

2004oldsmobile that's what killed Oldsmobile

[@earlydayzgaming]

Welp now I'm gonna start working on my buick lacrosse to get it ready and set up for that engine and get a new backend aswell

[@janiceborghini941]

I love that car

[@robertbidochon7088]

Hell yes!

[@gerlandkent6377]

[thank, you for you're video]👍 [ I, own a 06 Buick Lucerne v-6 with 10- thousand original miles on car. these cars are quick and fast]👍

[@scottmiller8791]

Love that car and the W cars. You never see these cars compared to the Pontiac and the Chevy W V8 cars. I’ve only ever seen one on the road.

[@ryanlambert1205]

I wish they put this powerplant in my dts. wouldve been the perfect combo in my eyes.

[@83Stang5oh]

one of the few buicks i would drive

[@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

[@dantepboyz]

It has an neon look in back

[@tingokuman]

id like to have that i always kinda liked the lacrosse didnt know there was a V8 thanks kyle

[@jonajs98]

12:30 That song has been on all day.

[@punk9999643]

It makes a bit of a kickass sleeper though. And don't forget, Buick made the Grand National, one of the best muscle cars in the 80s.

[@nicoctane1669]

that exhaust does sound nice tho

[@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

[@gersonbenitez8126]

Love the NEW Way

[@gunner24331]

ive been waitin for a 3rd gen camaro!

[@Bmackins94]

thanks kyle

[@Talkshitgethit69]

I had a impala ss did 0-60 in under 6 sec hard to get traction in them gives you a work out on the arms to try and keep the wheel straight as well lol

[@Jcapo215]

not many of us understand it either... great engine though absolutely love it