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Free Buick Century VIN Decoder

Decode your Buick Century VIN number free for full specifications, engine, power, transmission and body, plus recalls and safety ratings. Covers 6 variants (1939–2005). No registration.

1939–2005 6 variants Sedan Petrol
Buick Century
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Buick Century specs by variant

Engine, power, transmission and emissions for each Century variant in our database.

VariantYearsFuelEnginePowerGearboxDriveCO₂
3.1L V6 4AT (175 HP) 1996–2005 Petrol 3.1 L 175 bhp AUTOMATIC 4sp FWD —
3.1L V6 4AT (160 HP) 1996–2005 Petrol 3.1 L 160 bhp AUTOMATIC 4sp FWD —
3.3L V6 3AT FWD (160 HP) 1989 Petrol 3.3 L 160 bhp AUTOMATIC 3sp FWD —
3.3L V6 4AT FWD (160 HP) 1989 Petrol 3.3 L 160 bhp AUTOMATIC 4sp FWD —
2.5L 3AT FWD (110 HP) 1989 Petrol 2.5 L 110 bhp AUTOMATIC 3sp FWD —
5.2L 3MT (143 HP) 1939–1942 Petrol 5.2 L 141 bhp MANUAL 3sp RWD —

Specifications are indicative, from open data (cardata.wiki). Decode your VIN above to confirm the exact build.

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Buick Century VIN FAQ

What does a Buick Century VIN tell you?+
A Buick Century VIN decodes to the exact variant, engine, transmission, body type, model year and factory options. Our free decoder also checks recalls and available safety ratings.
Where is the VIN on a Buick Century?+
Look at the base of the windscreen on the driver's side, on the driver's door-jamb sticker, and on the vehicle registration document (V5C / title).
What years was the Buick Century made?+
Our database covers the Buick Century for model years 1939–2005, across 6 variants.
Is the Buick Century VIN check free?+
Yes, decoding specifications, recalls and safety ratings is completely free and needs no registration. A paid full-history report (mileage, theft, accidents) is optional.

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