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	Buick Rainier - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
		The Buick Rainier is a mid-size SUV from General Motors.
		Introduced for 2004 to replace the Oldsmobile Bravada, the Rainier is the first truck sold under the Buick marque (the unibody Rendezvous might also qualify) since the 1920s, and is the first body-on-frame V8-powered Buick since the 1996 Roadmaster.
		Most of the Rainier's body styling is a direct transfer from the 2002-2004 Oldsmobile Bravada, with a new front fascia bearing a resemblance to other Buick models.
	en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Buick_Rainier (235 words)

	2004 Buick Rainier Review
		Buick stood awaiting, arms open wide, designers sharpening their pencils, and bean counters shouting, "Oh happy day!" And so began the process of redesigning the short-lived Bravada into a proper Rendezvous stable mate.
		The Rainier is a full-frame SUV, based on the same sturdy, hydroformed chassis as the Trailblazer and Envoy.
		Buick says that even with the on-demand all-wheel drive system, "Rainier is primarily designed for the street and highway, it is very capable on a Class III Trail, i.e.
	www.automotivetrends.com /2004Rainierpreview.htm (655 words)

	Auto Reviews \| 2004 Buick Rainier
		When Buick executives tested the "Rainier" name -- the moniker for the brand's big new five-passenger sport utility vehicle -- it reminded women of the glamorous ice-princess actress Grace Kelly and men thought of Sir Edmund Hillary, the explorer who was one of the first to reach the summit of Mount Everest.
		The Rainier gives Buick another critical product in a growing arsenal of vehicles designed to lure younger buyers and keep the General Motors Corp. division from suffering the same death sentence as its lame-duck sibling, Oldsmobile.
		Rainier's base 4.2-liter I-6 engine, which makes 275-horsepower and 275 pounds-feet of torque, is a match for the 4.7-liter V-8 engine on the Lexus, which only has 235 horsepower and 320 pounds-feet of torque.
	info.detnews.com /autosconsumer/autoreviews/index.cfm?id=10935 (905 words)

	RAINIER - - Brought to you by Noecker Buick Pontiac .com (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-05)
		The Buick signature is immediately recognizable upon entering the cabin with bright Buick embossed chrome sill plates, a silver foundation on the instruments accented with green needles, and the rich tones of the dark walnut woodgrain instrument panel.
		Rainier’s refinement is further enhanced by its best-in-class body stiffness with a 23 Hz overall rating that is comparable to world-class car structures and some 25 percent better than typical vehicles in this category, providing optimal isolation from road vibrations and noise.
		Rainier also is equipped with Bilstein shocks, 17-inch wheels and premium Michelin tires, all of which contribute to its superior stability and road command characteristics.
	www.buicksdotcom.com /rainier.htm (2786 words)

	2007 Buick Rainier - Ratings & Reviews - Dan Jedlicka - MSN Autos
		The large—and occasionally sporty—full-size Buick rear-wheel-drive sedans mainly built from the 1950s to the 1970s were loved by many older motorists for their comfort, roominess, and performance.
		The 2004 Rainier probably would be appreciated by Harley Earl, the flashy, legendary 1920s-1950s head stylist for General Motors, who is portrayed in Buick television commercials.
		Buick expects 30 percent of Rainier buyers to get the V8, which offers good towing capability (up to 6,700 pounds) to Buick's line for the first time since the 1996 Roadmaster.
	autos.msn.com /research/vip/jedlicka.aspx?make=Buick&model=Rainier (765 words)

	CanadianDriver: Test Drive - 2004 Buick Rainier
		The Rainier's silver-coloured gauges with fl numerals and green pointers have a classy appearance, and there are six gauges in all.
		The Rainier's roomy cargo area is accessible by a lift-up hatch door which includes a separately opening rear window with a rear wiper and electric defogger.
		Driving around town or on the highway, the Rainier is an easy vehicle to drive and the cabin is quiet with minimal wind noise, despite the Rainier's extensive frontal area and tall cabin.
	www.canadiandriver.com /testdrives/04rainier.htm (1713 words)

	2004 Buick Rainier Road Test (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-05)
		The Buick Rainier is based on GM’s midsize SUV platform that also underpins the Chevrolet TrailBlazer, GMC Envoy and the departing Oldsmobile Bravada.
		To give the Rainier the soft ride and quiet interior that it needs to compete with many imported SUVs, General Motors tuned the suspension for comfort and packed in a more peaceful ride with the addition of sound absorption material throughout the vehicle and laminated glass in the windshield and front doors.
		The Rainier is a new kind of Buick, one that is a considerable departure from the Roadmasters of the past.
	www.familycar.com /RoadTests/BuickRainier (647 words)

	Buick Rainier - Dave Smith Motors - Hassle Free Buying - Auto & Truck
		Rainier's front end blends both new and classic Buick signature design features including a chrome-plated header, monochromatic tri-shield, jewel like headlamps, and a two piece fascia with incorporated fog and cornering lamps.
		Rainier's standard rear seat audio system features a headphone jack and volume and source controls that give second-row passengers the ability to privately listen to their own music selections.
		Rainier's disc brake pads also have built-in wear indicators that sound a warning when the brake pads need replacing.
	www.usautosales.com /newrigs/Buick/Rainier.asp (873 words)

	2004 Buick Rainier Road Test Review - ROAD & TRAVEL Magazine
		The new, 2004 Buick Rainier is a more sound-insulated and cushioned-ride version of the mid-size SUV that parent company General Motors Corp. has been selling since the 2002 model year as the Chevrolet TrailBlazer, GMC Envoy and Oldsmobile Bravada.
		Buick officials confirmed that their dealers had been clamoring for an SUV in order to better meet the needs of today's American buyers who have been turning away increasingly from cars in favor of SUVs and SUV-like vehicles.
		And truth be told, the Rainier's starting price was $650 less than the top-of-the-line Envoy SLT five-passenger model at the start of the 2004 model year.
	www.roadandtravel.com /roadtests/reviews/2004roadtests/newcarreviews/buickrainier.htm (427 words)

	Compare Prices and Read Reviews on 2005 Buick Rainier at Epinions.com
		Buick faced plenty of challenges in differentiating the Rainier from its corporate siblings, but the interior surely posed the greatest challenge of all.
		The Rainier's strengths are those of a traditional Buick: it's soft, it's quiet, and it's imbued with a genteel, old-school character.
		Buick may have made the best of a bad truck, but the end result is equal parts silk purse and sow's ear.
	www.epinions.com /content_184781147780 (1862 words)

	Buick soft ride back with Rainier Chicago Sun-Times - Find Articles
		Buick hasn't had a posh rear-drive sedan since its 1996 Roadmaster, so the mid-size Rainier might draw former owners of that car.
		Buick expects about 30 percent of Rainier buyers to opt for the V- 8, especially buyers who remember the Roadmaster V-8 model dropped in 1996 -- and those who want more towing ability from their sport-ute.
		However, giving the Rainier the "soft" feel liked by older Buick lovers means the steering isn't as sharp as it could be and that handling is only decent.
	www.findarticles.com /p/articles/mi_qn4155/is_20031020/ai_n12522123 (755 words)

	2004 Buick Rainier Test Drive Review
		Rainier is based on the GM360 platform, a mid-size, truck-based SUV also marketed as the Chevrolet TrailBlazer, GMC Envoy, the outgoing Oldsmobile Bravada, and the Isuzu Ascender, a badge-engineered GM model.
		In the Rainier, the emphasis on quiet includes double-pane and laminated glass for the windshield and front doors as well as the liberal use of an acoustical foam sound-deadening material in all the usual internal body cavities, such as those in doors and pillars.
		Buick used the Lexus LX 470 as the benchmark for the Rainier, but we think the Rainier will be the new industry benchmark when it comes to a quiet cabin.
	www.roncarterbuick.com /testdrive-review.aspx?year=2004&make=Buick&model=Rainier (1870 words)

	2006 Buick Rainier SUV Review - Edmunds.com (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-05)
		Out on the road, this Buick SUV is as quiet as they come but lacks the handling composure expected of a luxury vehicle.
		The Buick Rainier earned five stars for both front- and rear-passenger side-impact protection when equipped with the optional airbags.
		The Buick's cabin is certainly quiet compared to a its cousins or any other SUV for that matter, as it includes extra sound-deadening material and laminated glass.
	www.edmunds.com /new/research/buick/rainier.html (752 words)

	2006 Buick Rainier Reviews - ForbesAutos.com
		The Rainier rates well in most National Highway Safety Administration crash tests, except for driver safety in frontal collisions and passenger safety in rollovers (the latter for two-wheel-drive models only), where it receives three out of five stars (defined as a 21 percent to 35 percent chance of injury).
		Because Buick is a more upscale GM brand targeting consumers less likely to engage in extreme off-road activity, the Rainier does not have, nor can it be optioned with, the low-range gearing and other equipment designed for serious off-road duty and available on other GM SUVs.
		Buick has been playing up its "QuietTuning" system in all of its vehicles, which is meant to improve the sense of refinement and sophistication inside the cabin by reducing interior noise and vibrations.
	www.forbesautos.com /reviews/2006/buick/rainier/model-update_1.html (547 words)

	Buick Rainier Extended Warranty - Buick Rainier Warranty Info
		With our extended warranty for your Buick Rainier most of the costly components such as the drive train, transmission, and electrical system will be covered even after your factory warranty expires.
		The Buick Rainier extended warranties provided by The Auto Club are insured by National Casualty Company, a member of the Nationwide® Insurance group, with combined assets of more then $100 Billion.
		The automotive extended warranty for Buick Rainier is configured to provide coverage for customers from the expensive costs of automotive repairs and provide comprehensive vehicle protection for the unknown road ahead.
	www.theautoclub.com /warranty/plans/Buick/Rainier.jsp (610 words)

	Buick Rainier V-8 CXL - Short Take Road Tests - Car and Driver - October 2003 (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-05)
		Thanks to the Rendezvous sport-ute, we're already accustomed to the unlikely notion of a Buick truck, so the arrival of this Rainier SUV is devoid of culture shock.
		That's because the Rainier really qualifies as a truck and is distinctly more rewarding to drive than the minivan-based Rendezvous—particularly when the Rainier is equipped with a V-8, as was our tester.
		Some of the weight difference noted above is attributable to the Rainier's extra cylinders, but a lot of it can be chalked up to the acoustical material crammed into the fire wall, roof pillars, and doors, as well as the new laminated glass employed for the windshield and front side windows.
	www.caranddriver.com /shortroadtests/7081/buick-rainier-v-8-cxl.html (687 words)

	Buick Rainier, Buick SUV, new SUV from GM, upscale SUV for women, General Motors truck and SUV preview -- ROAD & ...
		Slightly larger, with a fraction longer wheelbase, the Rainier is vastly different in intent than the Rendezvous crossover vehicle, which proved Buick could be successful with a truck-type vehicle in its lineup.
		More than an off-pavement forager, the Rainier is "capable of bounding over an unpaved two-track trail or tackling any number of off-road conditions..," according to Buick, while doing it all in style.
		The Rainier is built to hold five adults like other vehicles in the short wheelbase, midsize segment, but boasts superior interior room.
	www.roadandtravel.com /roadtests/buyersguides/companybg/gmtrucks/rainier.htm (692 words)

	Big as in Buick \| The San Diego Union-Tribune
		Buick, that midlevel luxury division at GM, is reaching for younger buyers – at least younger than its current median age of 65.
		Rainier is sold in CXL and CXL Plus models in 2WD or AWD with a 275 hp 4.2 liter inline 6-cylinder or optional 290 hp, 5.3 liter V-8.
		Buick is making the best of a credible truck, but it's also a challenge to disguise that truckness.
	www.signonsandiego.com /uniontrib/20040313/news_lz1d13buick.html (1138 words)

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		The 2006 Buick Rainier is a 4-door, 5-passenger sport-utility, available in two trims, the CXL RWD and the CXL AWD.
		The Buick Rainier shares its body shell and mechanical platform with GM's other mid-size SUVs, the Chevrolet TrailBlazer and GMC Envoy.
		Rainier doesn't even offer an extended-wheelbase version like the TrailBlazer EXT and Envoy XL; and that's fine with us, because the stretch-model Chevy and GMC fall short of the standard trucks in handling and stability, while failing to match the space efficiency of GM's full-size Tahoe and Yukon SUVs.
	www.lycos.com /info/buick-rainier.html (518 words)

	2007 Buick Rainier Overview - GM Canada (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-05)
		In Rainier, 26 distinct components were specifically engineered to insulate the cabin from exterior noise.
		Rainier also provides a high level of driver control, thanks in part to the standard StabiliTrak™ vehicle stability enhancement system that intervenes when it detects a lateral skid, and helps return the vehicle to your intended driving line.
		Rainier's tailored comfort is defined by the leather-appointed, power 8-way front bucket seats that include variable heaters with separate seat cushion and seatback controls.
	www.gmcanada.com /english/vehicles/buick/rainier/index.jsp (577 words)

	Reply! - Autos (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-05)
		The Buick Rainier is based on the GM360 platform, a mid-size, truck-based SUV also marketed as the Chevrolet TrailBlazer, GMC Envoy, and Isuzu Ascender.
		Rainier features unique styling cues to differentiate it from the other GM models, including a distinct grille, hood, front quarter panels and rear hatch door.
		Buick used the Lexus LX 470 as the target for Rainier, but we think Rainier itself sets a new benchmark when it comes to a quiet cabin.
	www.reply.com /autos/research/reviews/details.asp?year=2005&make=Buick&model=Rainier (1599 words)

	2005 Buick Rainier Review, Prices, Photos: New Car Test Drive
		As with the GMC Envoy, however, choosing the Rainier (especially the six-cylinder model) over the corresponding Chevy may be mostly a matter of image.
		All Rainiers also come with CD and cassette players and rear-seat audio controls, a cargo storage well and bins, fog lamps, intermittent wipers, and power heated outside mirrors with built-in turn signal indicators.
		Rainiers equipped with these optional airbags also come with a new rollover protection system that, should you tip your truck, triggers both the side curtain airbags and the safety belt pretensioners.
	www.nctd.com /review-intro.cfm?Vehicle=2005_Buick_Rainier&ReviewID=1640 (688 words)

	2006 Buick Rainier - Buick - Ratings & Reviews \| J.D. Power (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-05)
		The five-passenger Rainier represents Buick’s first full-frame, truck-like SUV (the front-/all-wheel-drive Buick Rendezvous is a crossover).
		Most of the Rainier's mechanicals are shared with its sister vehicles, the Chevy TrailBlazer and GMC Envoy.
		Unique to the Rainier is the airbag rear suspension salvaged from the defunct Oldsmobile Bravada.
	www.jdpower.com /autos/buick/rainier/2006 (480 words)

	usnews.com: Auto reviews: 2004 Buick Rainier (12/2/03)
		The Rainier isn't built for off-road use, but the optional all-wheel drive provides the functionality most SUV drivers want–extra insurance in bad weather.
		And in the cabin the Rainier features dual-zone climate control and eight-way power seats and other gizmos that connote the good life.
		Yet the hefty Rainier lacks the agility of competitors like the Acura MDX or the Lexus RX330, and next year it will face another tough comer in the redesigned and presumably much improved Jeep Grand Cherokee.
	www.usnews.com /usnews/biztech/auto/review/buick_rainier.htm (783 words)

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