Trim Report

Buick LeSabre Custom1988

Includes:LESA|Custom
$990
Starting From
49
Active Listings
—
Avg Mileage

Sourced from 49 active dealer listings as of

Min $990
Max $12,500
From $990
Fresh

Custom Market Overview

All Trims Combined
From$1,009
$1K–$1K
1 listings125,000 avg miles
Custom
From$990
49 listings|$990–$13K
Limited
From$2,595
30 listings|$3K–$13K

1988 Buick LeSabre Custom Pricing

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Where to Find Buick LeSabre Custom

Location data for all 1988 Buick LeSabre trims combined

26States

Illinois has the most inventory at 18%, with options spread across 26 states. Willing to ship? Your selection opens up significantly.

Buick LeSabre Safety & Reliability

Safety data for all 1988 Buick LeSabre trims

Low Concern

The 1988 Buick LeSabre has a low safety risk profile with 2 recall campaigns and 22 NHTSA complaints. Before buying, verify that all recalls have been completed. It's free at any dealer.

2
Recalls
22
Complaints
0
Crashes
0
Fires
Recall Findings
88V0670001988-19-04
SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:ANTILOCK

LOW TORQUE OF THE BRAKE HYDRAULIC UNIT MOUNTING BOLTS COULD CAUSE INCREASED BRAKE PEDAL TRAVEL AND/OR POOR PEDAL FEEL IF ATTACHMENT LOOSENS.

THIS CONDITION COULD LEAD TO SEPARATION OF BRAKEHYDRAULIC UNIT FROM ITS MOUNTING BRACKET AND RESULT IN LOSS OF BRAKE FUNCTIONAND AN ACCIDENT.

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88V0060001988-20-01
SEAT BELTS

OWNERS MANUAL DID NOT INCLUDE INSTRUCTIONS ON PROPER USAGE OF REAR SEAT SAFETY BELT SYSTEMS.

VEHICLES DO NOT CONFORM TO FMVSS 209.

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Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

Across 1 model years, 22 owners have filed complaints about the 1988 Buick LeSabre. STEERING issues top the list, so ask the seller about this area specifically during your inspection.

01Steering12
02Seat Belts3
03Engine And Engine Cooling2
04Electrical System2
05Service Brakes, Hydraulic1
22 total across 1 model years (1988–1988)Full data at NHTSA.gov
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Buick LeSabre Fuel Economy

EPA fuel economy data for all 1988 Buick LeSabre trims

18–20mpg combined
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15-17city
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22-26hwy
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$2,200-$2,450/yr

Across 2 configurations, the 1988 Buick LeSabre returns 18–20 MPG combined. Choose the thriftier option if you're commuting; the sportier setup if you're not counting gallons.

By Trim
LeSabre - Automatic 4-spd
20mpg
3.8L 6-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
17 city26 hwy~$2,200/yr-1/10 Poor
LeSabre/Electra Wagon - Automatic 4-spd
18mpg
5.0L 8-cyl · Rear-Wheel Drive
15 city22 hwy~$2,450/yr-1/10 Poor

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

1988 Buick LeSabre Custom FAQ

Trim-specific pricing and feature questions

How does the Custom compare to other Buick LeSabre trims?

The Custom occupies a distinct position in the Buick LeSabre range. See how it stacks up on the 1988 overview page.

What should I know about maintaining the 1988 Buick LeSabre Custom?

Budget for standard Custom maintenance plus any trim-specific items. The 1988 has 2 recalls on file. Review the known issues on the model year page for areas to inspect before purchasing.

What are the best years for the Buick LeSabre Custom?

For the Custom, look at the price-to-mileage ratio across model years. Later model years before a redesign tend to be the most refined version of the platform. See the Buick LeSabre buyer's guide.

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