Trim Report

Buick Regal Essence1987

Includes:REG|Essence
$10,175
Starting From
56
Active Listings
—
Avg Mileage

Sourced from 56 dealer listings in the latest market snapshot as of

Min $10,175
Max $27,075
From $10,175
Fresh

Essence Market Overview

All Trims Combined
From$34,000
$34K–$400K
18 listings50,000 avg miles
CXL
From$575
26 listings|$575–$13K
CXL Turbo
From$3,900
7 listings|$4K–$10K
Essence
From$10,175
56 listings|$10K–$27K
GS
From$3,495
45 listings|$3K–$25K
LS
From$1,500
11 listings|$2K–$10K
Leather
From$4,475
14 listings|$4K–$14K
Preferred
From$9,200
47 listings|$9K–$25K
Premium
From$2,495
117 listings|$2K–$17K
Sport Touring
From$4,995
26 listings|$5K–$16K

1987 Buick Regal Essence Pricing

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Where to Find Buick Regal Essence

Location data for all 1987 Buick Regal trims combined

31States

11% of the market sits in Illinois, though listings span 31 states. Expand your search and you'll find more options at better prices.

Buick Regal Safety & Reliability

Safety data for all 1987 Buick Regal trims

Low Concern

Federal safety data shows 0 recalls and 27 complaints for the 1987 Buick Regal, a low safety profile overall. Check the known issues section below for the most common problem areas.

0
Recalls
27
Complaints
3
Crashes
0
Fires

Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

Of 27 issues reported over 1 model years, service brakes, hydraulic problems are the most common for the 1987 Buick Regal. A pre-purchase inspection should focus here first.

01Service Brakes, Hydraulic16
02Seat Belts4
03Service Brakes1
04Wheels1
05Vehicle Speed Control1
27 total across 1 model years (1987–1987)Full data at NHTSA.gov
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Buick Regal Fuel Economy

EPA fuel economy data for all 1987 Buick Regal trims

18–19mpg combined
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15-17city
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21-23hwy
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$3,550-$4,550/yr

The 1987 Buick Regal delivers 18 to 19 MPG combined across 4 powertrain combinations. If fuel cost matters to you, pay attention to engine and drivetrain. The spread is significant.

By Trim
Regal - Automatic 3-spd
19mpg
3.8L 6-cyl · Rear-Wheel Drive
17 city22 hwy~$3,550/yr-1/10 Poor
Regal - Automatic 3-spd
18mpg
5.0L 8-cyl · Rear-Wheel Drive
15 city21 hwy~$3,750/yr-1/10 Poor
Regal - Automatic 4-spd
18mpg
3.8L 6-cyl Turbo · Rear-Wheel Drive
15 city23 hwy~$4,550/yr-1/10 Poor
Regal - Automatic 4-spd
18mpg
5.0L 8-cyl · Rear-Wheel Drive
16 city23 hwy~$3,750/yr-1/10 Poor

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

1987 Buick Regal Essence FAQ

Trim-specific pricing and feature questions

How does the Essence compare to other Buick Regal trims?

The Essence occupies a distinct position in the Buick Regal range. See how it stacks up on the 1987 overview page.

What should I know about maintaining the 1987 Buick Regal Essence?

Maintenance costs for the Essence align with the broader Buick Regal ownership experience, though trim-specific equipment can add to routine costs. The most-reported issue area is service brakes, hydraulic. Check the 1987 Buick Regal page for the full breakdown.

What are the best years for the Buick Regal Essence?

For the Essence, 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 Regal buyer's guide.

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