Is the 2019 Buick Cascada worth SAVING?

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  • Опубліковано 17 вер 2024
  • This is the final year of the Buick Cascada. After not having a convertible in their lineup after 25 years, Buick brought the Cascada to the USA. Under the hood is a 1.6L turbocharged engine mated to a 6-speed automatic transmission. With European style inside and out, does the Cascada deserve to be on the chopping block?
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  • @feelfreetopanic1542
    @feelfreetopanic1542 2 роки тому +11

    I just bought this exact car 2 months ago. I did get the wheels painted in a satin black and it updated the entire look to make it a bit more modern.... It was so interesting to watch your review after owning it for a short time amd made me appreciate it that much more. I fell in love with this car in 2016 when i first saw it and just recently had to buy a new car when my 2005 Chrysler sebring died. I am so happy I was able to find one to buy. This car is very underrated. It's an extremely solid and smooth car, very quiet and just SUCH A FUN CAR....also soooo rare to see on the road. As a 43 year old woman I just don't care about how quick it gets to 60 (it gets me to "merge" speed just fine).....it's a gorgeous car and I am so glad I found one and watched this!

    • @markim5087
      @markim5087 Рік тому

      Well you’ve got to be one of a few, but if all you care about is a to b ,without a care about the fact it looks like a mini van with its rear ,and roof cut off, and the rest of it is forced forward, we’ll then it doesn’t matter…there’s a reason it’s discontinued it sucks..but enjoy it as if it’s for you then that’s all that matters.

    • @feelfreetopanic1542
      @feelfreetopanic1542 Рік тому +5

      @mark im You have a right to your opinion and I have a right to mine. From the start Buick said they were only going to produce it in the states from 2016 to 2019. Unsure why you are on a review video for a car you have a bizzare hatred for. Next time I am in the market for a car I'll be sure to check in with you beforehand 🤣👍

    • @rutlegs
      @rutlegs Рік тому +1

      I just bought one and I love it! It's not meant to be a sports car...it's meant to enjoy with the top down and the radio blasting! Great car!

    • @MsShati21
      @MsShati21 11 місяців тому

      Thank you for this review, do you still own the vehicle and how has the maintenance on it been for you? I want to buy one close to me that's pretty much brand new to me! has only 15k miles and is a 2019...

    • @rutlegs
      @rutlegs 11 місяців тому +2

      @@MsShati21 I purchased a 2016 with 39,000 miles on it. I have not experienced any mechanical issues. It's a very comfortable car with enough pickup to get on the highway without any trouble. I'm really enjoying the car!

  • @NoName-tz5ji
    @NoName-tz5ji 5 років тому +42

    Reminds me of gm’s marketing strategy for the ss,nobody can buy something they don’t know about.

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  5 років тому +9

      I totally agree with you!

    • @plk7592
      @plk7592 5 років тому +10

      This is so true, there were some family type of guys who wanted a Vette but needed a family car. In some ways the SS filled that void, as well as the Camaro. Another problem was the price, too much money for a new, average income family of 4, to be able to afford in their budget. But by far, the advertising of that vehicle was non-existent. I didn't hear about the SS until it was being terminated.

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  5 років тому +1

      Thanks for sharing your thoughts on this one Paul!

    • @hakeemsd70m
      @hakeemsd70m 4 роки тому +3

      @@plk7592 The SS came in a single trim level fully loaded at $45. That's a pretty fair price for a 4-door Corvette. Too bad the car no longer exists. GM could have easily built the car here in the USA (believe me, they have the cash) but wouldn't because of their lame brain sellout excuse that "Americans demand too much in paycheck funds and have too high of a standard of living to make cars in the USA" excuse. GM sold out to China a long time ago, just like Walmart and nearly every other American corporation. Shameful...

    • @harysuper
      @harysuper 4 роки тому +3

      For real, unfortunately the same thing is happening with the TourX. These would have looked amazing with a hard top.

  • @UrologicTOSH
    @UrologicTOSH 4 роки тому +9

    I just bought mine and it is just beautiful. It everthing you dicribe, and I got used to the button casade within a week . I already found a reason to lower the top here in Cleveland Ohio where it's been in the forty and thirty's already. Super great car.

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  4 роки тому

      I am so happy that you are happy Leon! Thanks for sharing that and congrats on your new car.

    • @redbug3777
      @redbug3777 3 роки тому

      😆

  • @Maxx61
    @Maxx61 5 років тому +4

    As someone who has owned more convertibles than I can count, I prefer buttons for the rudimentary functions. When the roof is down, you don't have to squint into the screen due to the sun bouncing off it. After five minutes of familiarity with all those buttons, they'll never be an issue again. On the downside however, yes....200 hp for a 4,000-lb two-door in this day and age is comical. You can time it's 0-60 with a Mayon calendar for Pete's sake.

  • @ToneDeezee
    @ToneDeezee 4 роки тому +4

    You have gained a fan and subscriber due to your knowledge of the car itself and history. You also told the absolute truth and not made this car seem better than it actually is.Im glad I found someone who shares real knowledge about a vehicle. Will check out your other vids.Nice vid

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  4 роки тому +1

      I really appreciate you saying that! Thank you for joining the Raiti's Rides family!

    • @ToneDeezee
      @ToneDeezee 4 роки тому

      @@RaitisRides wow you even take time to respond to comments. Im telling everyone I know to subscribe and check out your car reviews. Been looking for someone like you to give a detailed thorough real review on vehicles. I wonder if you ever heard of scotty gilmer? You and him should talk. Great car vids

  • @dawillieminotaur7940
    @dawillieminotaur7940 5 років тому +7

    I own a 2018 Cascada and I love it. I drove the Audis and the BMWs and this was the car for me. No, I'm not a teenager anymore, but I did own a Firebird Formula back in the day, and this car with the turbocharger gets out of it's own way just fine. I can easily hit 80 going up an expressway ramp. I'm not going to go into all the things I like or dislike, but I will comment on two things things mentioned more than once in the review. First, I agree with the small image of the backup camera in the rear-view mirror. The 2019s were out when I bought my 2018, but that was a deal breaker for me and my wife. Pretty much unusable, so we bought a 2018 instead which still has the camera image on the main screen. Second, I disagree with all the complaints about the cluster of buttons. Everyone knocks them, I love them. They are not complicated at all, they are mostly redundant to functions on the touch screen menus, and everyone seems to forget about two things: one, I don't like drilling down on a touch screen to find what I want while driving at 70/80 mph, and trying to touch the icons straight on so the touch is accepted. Two, when driving with the top down and the sun is out, especially shining from behind the car, I can't even see the touch screen. It's washed out. Thank goodness the buttons are there.

  • @jenbrown2770
    @jenbrown2770 5 років тому +9

    I have this in 2018. I love my center. Its wider and i have a huge camera for seeing the back! I actually love this car. The little area in the seat is where I keep my chapstick 😂. The only thing i wish I could do is change the red interior lights at night. Otherwise this car is bomb diggity! I feel like im 20 again!

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  5 років тому

      Thanks for sharing that experience from your ownership!

  • @RWernsing
    @RWernsing 3 роки тому +3

    I love my 2016 Buick Cascada. I back up camera on mine uses the full screen display.

  • @kennethgazella2633
    @kennethgazella2633 5 років тому +6

    I just bought one. I love it. It's very comfortable. Of course the acceleration isn't the greatest, it's a cruiser not a race car. I also love how it's quiet with the top up or down

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  5 років тому

      Congrats on your new car! I think you hit on some great points!

  • @J.P.W.
    @J.P.W. 4 роки тому +4

    Great review. Just bought a used 2017 Cascada. Love the car. Had a 2014 Volt with similar technology which is a bit of a negative (my 2017 Volt had the much improved Chevy My Link system, which would have been nice). However, we consolidated from the 2017 Volt and a 2007 Solstice to the Cascada to get the best of both out of a single vehicle. I more than met my goal. While the 0 to 60 May be 8+, I find the general peep of the vehicle with the turbo and 6 speed to be fine. Very happy with the Cascada!

    • @isma4477
      @isma4477 2 роки тому +1

      If you don't mind me asking, how much did you get your Cascada for? I am thinking of getting one with 24k miles for around 26 thousand dollars.

    • @MrRobVision
      @MrRobVision 2 роки тому

      @@isma4477 bro... Do not spend 26k for this piece of shit 🤣 hahaha omgsh

    • @rushx4335
      @rushx4335 Рік тому

      @@MrRobVision elaborate please? something rlly wrong with this?

    • @MrRobVision
      @MrRobVision Рік тому

      @@rushx4335 think about it.. first off, it's a convertible which is gay itself, it's 0-60 time is 8.9 seconds..1 full second slower than a mini van. So u have a convertible piece of shit that they r making look like a sports car that soccer mom's will be passing on the road. Also, the touch screen is clearly a recycled piece of shit from the early 2000's, u have to press it uncomfortably hard for it to work, then u have a water fall of 200 buttons like ur in an airplane, mainly bcs the touch screen is that bad. buick decided to pull the plug after 4 years bcs it was not selling at all. If ur gonna spend 25,000 on a piece of shit like this, ur definitely know nothing about cars. U might as well buy a reliable Toyota Camry, or step ur game up and get a used 3 series BMW.

  • @dtrjones
    @dtrjones 2 місяці тому

    Love this car. I still own mine from 2013, Vauxhall. I live in London, UK. The buttons on the dash and the infotainment systems often get the most criticism and rightly so, but they are functional. My infotainment system actually predates the one here and I don't even have touch or bluetooth LOL! But I love to drive the car, it's a nice place to be and in the summer months it's a lovely feeling.

  • @wtre428476
    @wtre428476 5 років тому +21

    The dealer will practically give you this car...trust me...

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  5 років тому +4

      Oh I believe it!

    • @aedwards4496
      @aedwards4496 2 роки тому +2

      @@RaitisRides Yes dealers are well known for giving way cars. They don't worry about profits they are in it to be altruistic

  • @Bonniemish
    @Bonniemish Рік тому +1

    Just bought a used 2016 for 10K. I was absolutely shocked on the looks, ride and quality. Its a keeper for sure!

    • @JustJont3
      @JustJont3 9 місяців тому

      Have you had any problems

  • @kristinerobertson9218
    @kristinerobertson9218 3 роки тому +1

    I own the 2019 Premium version of this car and LOVE it. My biggest pet peeve is the cup holders. You can only really use one because the other one tucks under the center console just enough to be unusable. The center console will move forward for more comfort for a shorter person, but if you do that, it covers both cup holders. Other than that, I love this car.

  • @LS1007
    @LS1007 5 років тому +4

    It would be a lot more fun if it had the 3.6L. At 3,900 lbs it needs some more oomph.
    Time to say goodbye to the Cascada ( at least in the U.S.)
    Nice job Joe! 👍🏻👍🏻

  • @elsenoron7288
    @elsenoron7288 2 роки тому +1

    After looking at this I don’t want 2013 Mercedes cabriolet no more thanks for this vid my friend 🙌🏼😉

  • @DarthVader-1701
    @DarthVader-1701 5 років тому +21

    If GM had any common sense they would ditch Buick and bring back Pontiac. Obviously they lack common sense because the Pontiac brand made all kinds of cars over the years not just Firebirds.

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  5 років тому

      AGREED!

    • @La-yt1wr
      @La-yt1wr 5 років тому +3

      But understand Buick is more popular in other markets mostly Asian markets and I applaud Buick or Opel because I think the current Buick’s looks different from the Chevy’s and Cadillac’s but what I don’t understand why does GMC currently exist their basically Chevy products at a higher price tag

    • @carwrtr1
      @carwrtr1 4 роки тому

      GM needs to dump Cadillac and keep Buick. The Cascada is sharp.

    • @ericvervalin4131
      @ericvervalin4131 4 роки тому +1

      Janusha your such a shitty person lmao, look at your messages. GM makes PLENTY of great cars that’s why they are a leader in the car industry. I imagine your a BMW or a Mercedes guy by the total amount of snobbery coming from your messages, and if that’s the case I can’t imagine you have a good taste in cars themselves and more about a badge to you

    • @I-Libertine
      @I-Libertine 3 роки тому

      The reason GM won't do that can be reduced to one word. "China". In that market, the name Buick is a calling card (because it used to be what American diplomats drove over there).

  • @Bcharns
    @Bcharns 5 років тому +6

    It's a nice looking car, but I agree with all your zonks. If they were to update and give a well deserved refresh they may actually sell a lot more of these. It's a shame they won't do it.

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  5 років тому

      Thanks for sharing those thoughts!

  • @dfw1fast143
    @dfw1fast143 5 років тому +10

    Not a bad looking car. I just can’t do a convertible. I’m more of a hardtop 5% tint kind of guy. That way no one can see me and all the bad choices I’ve made during my life.

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  5 років тому +1

      I love the way that you put that! Thanks for watching!

    • @dfw1fast143
      @dfw1fast143 5 років тому

      Curtis Sherwood Hey Curtis. I had an 00’ Jeep Wrangler Sport. Great vehicle with the 4.0. Kept it for seven years. I ran it with the closed in cab setup. Loved the look. Just a targa on and plastic window directly behind front seats. You gotta own one at least once. You’ll love it on those nice weather days. Some of the most fun cruising I’ve ever had.

  • @whostosay3256
    @whostosay3256 5 років тому +5

    I see them around Chicagoland a lot and they’re beautiful cars. I’ve seen them accelerate from a stop too and they don’t seem too slow definitely able to keep up in traffic. Sharp looking car.

  • @SMITPGG1997
    @SMITPGG1997 5 років тому +6

    Great Review Of 2019 Buick Cascada. 😁

  • @michaeldiaz2409
    @michaeldiaz2409 5 років тому +13

    “A headache “ lol when you were talking about the buttons

    • @timl.6685
      @timl.6685 5 років тому +1

      yeah made me laugh as well when he said that haha

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  5 років тому

      Tell me about it!

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  5 років тому

      I am glad I could make you guys laugh!

    • @Boomtendo4tw
      @Boomtendo4tw 5 років тому +1

      old folks want everything on a button

  • @ScoutBobrman862
    @ScoutBobrman862 5 років тому +4

    Nice! Great review as always! Continued Success!

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  5 років тому

      Thanks Jackson for taking the time to say that and for watching!

  • @aedwards4496
    @aedwards4496 2 роки тому +1

    I've had BMW convertibles, Mercedes convertibles, Audi convertibles and my Cascada is a better made vehicle. Not a rocket ship I'd agree but my twin turbo Mk4 Supra does that job.My Cascada just goes along calmly and effortlessly. No shakes, no jolting, no squeaky noises, just a well made stylish car. When you've driven for a few hours you begin to understand the placement & functions of the console buttons. BTW you forgot to mention that the rear seats fold down to give cavernous storage/luggage space.

  • @karl-georgprusky843
    @karl-georgprusky843 4 роки тому +1

    I have the OPEL Cascada in Germany since it came out in autumn 2013 and still it´s fun to drive it - not to make sport drives but to enjoy the gliding on the road, in particular smaller roads to live nature. It seems, the features are slidly diferent in the Buick. The Infotainment system in the OPEL is better then in the Buick, the reverse camera e.g. is integrated in the central Infotainment system. Also I have it with the Flex-ride System, were you can choose sport, normal and smooth, which also gives in the sport mode a faster accelaration. It seems this is not offered in the Buick. Ok, the buttons in the center look many, but they are subgrouped to Infotainment and Comfort features. Mainly I use the buttons on the steering wheel or manage Telefone or Navigación in the speach mode (Navi 900). Interesting is the space and flexibility of the rear seats. On a longer trip, even when opened there is suficient space for a leek Samsonite and smaller bags.

  • @Xyz_Litty
    @Xyz_Litty 5 років тому +9

    Never new this car existed till now !

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  5 років тому

      I am glad that I could share it with you Antonio.

  • @drocster1985
    @drocster1985 5 років тому +3

    I loved that you said "compared to a Chevrolet" haha pretty sure my 14 Malibu came with hood struts.. 💁🏼‍♂️

  • @In-obscurity-n7j
    @In-obscurity-n7j 2 роки тому

    I didn't know this car existed until an hour ago when one parked next to me. Looked nice. Looked like a Chrysler Sebring. By 2016 people had enough of that car. But it had a 2.7 V6 that made 200hp. I can see why this never got off the ground. It was fun to find your review and see what that car was about. Good stuff. Thanks

  • @LansaDiag
    @LansaDiag 5 років тому +2

    The interior is basically from 2009, that's why most of the infotainments feel outdated. First introduced in the Opel insignia (2008) & Opel Astra J (2019).

  • @beefy0978
    @beefy0978 3 роки тому +3

    This is really an Astra j 2009 with the roof changed and some different suspension etc. It was one of OPELs best cars ever.

    • @takacszalan9400
      @takacszalan9400 2 роки тому +1

      Actually not, as its bigger. Its based on the insignia (the buick regal).

    • @beefy0978
      @beefy0978 2 роки тому +2

      @@takacszalan9400 bits of both in the cascada. 😉

  • @ericgonzalez3897
    @ericgonzalez3897 5 років тому +13

    Big pro, more space than a Miata
    Con, just now find out this exists
    Come on GM, it can all be about the Corvette....geez

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  5 років тому

      I think you hit the nail on the head Eric!

  • @crimson1953
    @crimson1953 5 років тому +5

    Joe they need to make you part of the design team

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  5 років тому +2

      I really appreciate saying that! I just point out things that just make sense.

    • @crimson1953
      @crimson1953 5 років тому +2

      @@RaitisRides your welcome .first time I seen that car was in a mall in Florida a few years ago .sharp little car joe.kinda wish Buick would do a sports type car .

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  5 років тому

      They had an amazing concept car a few years ago on the ALPHA chassis!

  • @RAM-KINGOFTRUCKS
    @RAM-KINGOFTRUCKS 5 років тому +4

    Thumbs up Raiti.

  • @davidjym
    @davidjym 5 років тому +2

    Never knew this car existed so I am not going to miss it when it's gone 😊😊😊

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  5 років тому +1

      I knew many people would say exactly that! Thanks for letting me share it with you!

    • @iklektikEye
      @iklektikEye 3 роки тому

      I never knew it existed either but been seeing one at a dealership on my way home and it catches my eye everytime.

  • @chrismadden9897
    @chrismadden9897 5 років тому +5

    The main point that everyone needs to understand is the fact that, anything other than the Chevy Camaro and the Corvette, GM has problems with Marketing their low-end brands, such as the Buick Cascada, Buick Regal and even the Chevy Super Sport; the latter is at the top-end of the price point. For one, GM has had a bad rep because of their quality control problems in other cars, such as the Chevy Volt, Bolt, Cruze, Impalas, their SUVs and Trucks. After-mentioned vehicles have had transmission problems out the wazoo, among other things, the government bailouts, and them laying off people, has caused many to overlook the Buick brand, because of the reputation that GM has made themselves. I've got a Buick Regal GS and I'm in love with the car and will keep it for the next 20-plus years. I like the Cascada, in the Midwest, Buick is making good sales here, I think. It's a nice piece of German Engineering that I think is underrated, because GM has not made the effort to promote the brand. That's my two cents.

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  5 років тому

      Thanks for sharing your input and perspective! I really appreciate you watching!

  • @Boomtendo4tw
    @Boomtendo4tw 5 років тому +2

    $34k is not bad at all for that. Looks overall pretty good. That top comes down fast

    • @Dragon228833
      @Dragon228833 3 роки тому

      Convertible mustang premium is 10x better in every way

  • @georgethomasmarriott
    @georgethomasmarriott 3 роки тому +3

    It's also called the vauxhall Astra in the uk, common as muck over here!

    • @ChrisLitton
      @ChrisLitton 2 роки тому

      This is not based on the astra more like the insignia but front resembles astra

  • @takacszalan9400
    @takacszalan9400 2 роки тому +1

    The dummy panel next to the usb slot is actually a 3.5mm jack connector, at least in the european version, the opel/vauxhall. Guess they thought the americans dont need it anymore

  • @streetiemedia4690
    @streetiemedia4690 5 років тому +3

    I like the roof closed.

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  5 років тому

      Thanks for sharing your thoughts on this one!

  • @eyesofisabelofficial
    @eyesofisabelofficial 5 років тому +3

    Peugeots purchase of Opal (and subsequently Vauxhall in the UK) led the new French masters to cut production of this Buick badged but Polish built cabriolet.

  • @iggysfastingandrecipes3904
    @iggysfastingandrecipes3904 5 років тому +3

    They should have put the Regal's 2.0 turbo engine in this. That probably would get the 0-60 down to around 6.5 seconds.

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  5 років тому

      Very good point!

    • @bunnyjai3267
      @bunnyjai3267 4 роки тому

      Yes because that 8 second is sub standard, especially if we’re talking about a convertible.

  • @theperfectescape5785
    @theperfectescape5785 5 років тому +9

    I’m in love with this vehicle but them damn buttons instead of a screen Irks me! Way to many!

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  5 років тому

      I totally agree with you!

    • @bunnyjai3267
      @bunnyjai3267 4 роки тому

      Brittany would you ever consider buying it given it will be discontinued?

  • @Vulpez1984
    @Vulpez1984 Рік тому

    The gap at the side of the chair in europe is where the controls are to activate the fans inside the seats to cool you down on hot days, blowing cool air into your rear crevice o.o, since leather can get very hot. The hole on the other side of the USB port is an aux port, not a place holder. Also, the BiTurbo model has two exausts here in the UK. My main issue with this car is that busy centre console, so many buttons as you pointed out, looks very dated and can often be difficult to live with.
    It's interesting that the back up camera in the US is in the mirror as mine here in the UK shows on the main screen, nice and clear with markers etc. I wonder why that is different?
    I wonder if the US has/had the version with Sport and Tour mode as the really do affect the overal experience:
    Sport:
    The settings of the systems areadapted to a sportier driving style:
    ● Damping of shock absorbers reacts more stiffly to provide better contact with the roadsurface.
    ● The engine reacts more quickly to the accelerator pedal.
    ● Steering support is reduced.
    ● Shift points of automatictransmission occur later.
    ● With SPORT mode activated, the illumination of main instrumentschanges from white to red.
    Tour:
    The settings of the systems area dapted to a comfort driving style:
    ● Damping of shock absorbersreacts more softly.
    ● Accelerator pedal reacts withstandard settings.
    ● Steering support is in standardmode.
    ● Shift points of automatictransmission occur in a comfortmode.
    ● Illumination of main instrumentsis white.
    Overall, I love mine and on those few months in the UK of Sunshine you can guarantee that roof is down and the Sport button is pressed hehe.

  • @allenstanford1379
    @allenstanford1379 5 років тому +5

    I want one in red, I love this car 😍

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  5 років тому +2

      It is a cool car that is about to disappear!

  • @mederic999
    @mederic999 5 років тому +4

    It is an Opel Cascada, built in Germany since 2013.

    • @oneblach
      @oneblach 5 років тому +1

      Kheireddine El-Ahdab it’s built in Poland

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  5 років тому

      I thought it was Poland?

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  5 років тому +1

      Thanks for the assist!

    • @mederic999
      @mederic999 5 років тому +2

      Right, it is built in Poland gmauthority.com/blog/2015/11/buick-cascada-production-begins-at-gms-plant-in-gliwice-poland/

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  5 років тому +1

      Thanks for that link!

  • @faznout
    @faznout Рік тому +1

    Realistically all this car is, was the return of the Pontiac G6 convertible, or back-in-the-day the Chevy Cavalier convertible. Or in better terms a two door Buick Verano convertible. Which of course the Buick Verano was just a dressed up Chevy Cruze.

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  Рік тому +1

      Thanks for your input and perspective!

  • @TMGQ
    @TMGQ 5 років тому +7

    Seems like the perfect car for a parent to buy a daughter that just earned a full scholarship.

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  5 років тому

      I can see where you are coming from!

  • @Boomtendo4tw
    @Boomtendo4tw 5 років тому +1

    Seems like GM doesn’t respect their other brands other than Chevy. They always restricted the other companies like Pontiac. Can’t have a Firebird better than a Corvette.... Why not make all of your options strong options

  • @priceshepherd4660
    @priceshepherd4660 5 років тому +6

    That center stack just exemplifies their target market for this car, older people 😂

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  5 років тому +1

      Thank you for sharing your input and perspective! I really appreciate your support!

  • @MrRobVision
    @MrRobVision 2 роки тому

    This car is the "tell me ur a 50year old fresh out of the divorce and use to own a Sebring" kind of car.

  • @user-daviddog
    @user-daviddog 5 років тому +2

    I like the car it's a fun looking beach cruiser . Bit pricey maybe 26000$

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  5 років тому

      Thanks for sharing your input and perspective! I really appreciate you watching!

  • @swoogumboogum6769
    @swoogumboogum6769 2 роки тому +1

    I have the 2019 Cascada Sport...Omg I love it...

  • @justincui
    @justincui 5 років тому +3

    A GM convertible like this would've sold better as a Chevy or Cadillac. There is no point for GM to have a brand that competes with dead brands like Mercury or Plymouth

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  5 років тому

      AGREED!

    • @williamegler8771
      @williamegler8771 5 років тому +1

      Buick never competed against Plymouth.
      Plymouth was a low priced car and Buick is just one step below Cadillac.

  • @NoName-tz5ji
    @NoName-tz5ji 5 років тому +2

    I just researched the reviews and I’m amazed that some are calling this 200hp 200 ftlb tq in a 3900 lb car under powered. Lol

  • @OliverVtv
    @OliverVtv 2 роки тому +1

    The dual exhaust is because here in Europe it depends on what engine you put into cascada. Some engines has one exhaust, some has two.

  • @lewiscomeaux4040
    @lewiscomeaux4040 5 років тому +2

    I can see some of Pontiac vibes I bought the Buick Regal Turbo I should have waited to get this car in silver

  • @zjones9876
    @zjones9876 5 років тому +1

    Had one for a long weekend at the beach. The owner where I work has a house he lets employees stay at once in a while and this is the car in the garage. Fun? Sure. Ever buy one? No way.

  • @chelseaguy70
    @chelseaguy70 2 роки тому

    Opel in the rest of Europe excluding UK, in the UK it is the Vauxhall Cascada.

  • @serkanister3620
    @serkanister3620 5 років тому +4

    If you try to over engineer the vehicle you definitely end up with 2 tail lights! 😁

  • @chrisnevergrowold330
    @chrisnevergrowold330 5 років тому

    And your grandparents will be super impressed you bought a Buick.
    For real though, not sure who this car is for. Another great vid, I didn't know this thing even existed.

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  5 років тому

      I totally get what you are saying! I feel like Buick didn't even market the car what so ever.

  • @KenseisGarage
    @KenseisGarage 5 років тому +1

    umm, I don't know, it doesn't look bad, but don't know. I agree with all your zonks, but man.....how many buttons are on that console..Jesus!!!, Great video Joe

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  5 років тому +1

      I totally agree with you! I feel like GM could of really done something with this car.

  • @canocano5480
    @canocano5480 Рік тому

    Why didn’t the continue the buttons to the shifter that would have been nicer

  • @Jowurel
    @Jowurel 5 років тому +1

    I really want to like Buick but they don't have a car for me. The Regal Sportback has too many drawbacks at its pricepoint and their other cars aren't appealing to my tastes. Cascada looks really cool but I'm not a fan of convertibles.
    I loved the Buick Avista concept car and would have bought it if it was in my budget, but they're not releasing it. Very unfortunate.

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  5 років тому +1

      I totally agree with you! You bring up very good points!

  • @2steaksandwiches665
    @2steaksandwiches665 2 роки тому

    This is actually a halfway cool car. These are going to be strange cars like the Reata in 20 years. When these get below 10 grand I’ll buy one. They also have the rollover pop-up steel struts in the back. It’s a big thing for me. I would never buy a convertible without those.

  • @mpejones
    @mpejones Рік тому

    PAID 23k and price went up to 29k two weeks later.

  • @larryfromwisconsin9970
    @larryfromwisconsin9970 Рік тому

    History? I always thought Opal was a GM subsidiary in Europe. The 1960s and 70s Opal Kadette, Manta, and GTs were sold on Buick showroom floors. I remember the recession in the early 1970s made the Dollar weak so imported Opals got too expensive is the only reason Buick stopped selling them in the USA.

  • @TjD__99
    @TjD__99 5 років тому +2

    Buick shot them selves in the foot when the first designed the car with a 4 cylinder. They should have used a 6 cylinder. That's why sales were dismal, a car that size it should pump out around 250 horse power with more updated tech.

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  5 років тому

      Vert good points!

    • @carwrtr1
      @carwrtr1 4 роки тому +1

      The engine is big enough for this car. Sales were dismal due to GM marketing, for they push SUVs and trucks instead of cars. The technology is fine in this car, and it is better than a Camaro, for Camaro is uncomfortable to drive and it’s too small inside. Cascada is sweet, while Camaro can go to others. The Corvette is too expensive and rides too rough like Camaro. This Buick is much better.

  • @ericf5582
    @ericf5582 5 місяців тому

    i have a 2016 and i love it

  • @louisxiiii
    @louisxiiii 9 місяців тому

    Complaining about buttons? You would rather try to find touchscreen icons in bright sunlight? And have to find 3 of them to get through the menus to the icon you really want? And fight trying to hit the right one, and make sure you hit it hard enough/long enough, for it to register,e specially wearing gloves? Or for people with long fingernails? Buttons are great. Touchscreens are awful. Buick learned this decades ago with the Reatta.

  • @fallguy4209
    @fallguy4209 5 років тому +2

    Omg the way you pronounced the cars name over and over again wrong omg

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  5 років тому

      Thank you for sharing your input and perspective! I really appreciate you watching!

  • @ChrisLitton
    @ChrisLitton 2 роки тому

    I'm tempted to trade my 2017 Opel for a 19 plate cascada. Just love convertibles.

  • @PremierChoiceFitness
    @PremierChoiceFitness 5 років тому +3

    I think it is worth saving!

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  5 років тому

      It really could be a great car with just a little update!

  • @PeggyAllen-v2m
    @PeggyAllen-v2m 27 днів тому

    My sister is getting rid of her Buick Cacada 2017...45,000 miles on it. Wants $19,000 for it. Too much money I believe BUT What do you think?

  • @frankcostello7904
    @frankcostello7904 5 років тому +10

    I like it good looking car

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  5 років тому

      frank costello I’m so glad I could share it with you!

    • @wtre428476
      @wtre428476 5 років тому

      Raiti's Rides tell Frank to get a Shepard dog and a stick....lol

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  5 років тому

      You are hilarious!

  • @vjabonador1067
    @vjabonador1067 5 років тому +5

    When I think of Cascada, it's not this car that comes to mind. It's Everytime We Touch and all the nightcore remixes.

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  5 років тому

      I know exactly what you are talking about! lol

    • @fallguy4209
      @fallguy4209 5 років тому

      He’s pronouncing it wrong
      ua-cam.com/video/9ZoXjqf9e8k/v-deo.html

  • @canocano5480
    @canocano5480 Рік тому

    Why didn’t they use a screen behind the steering wheel.

  • @TreesOnTheBeach
    @TreesOnTheBeach 4 роки тому +1

    These are pretty cheap now, and only going to get cheaper. Wish the engine and audio controls were better, though.

  • @elijahsolis4916
    @elijahsolis4916 2 роки тому

    The interior components from head unit to gauge cluster is all the same from my 2012 regal base, seems they cheaped out a tad there

  • @owenjwilson5202
    @owenjwilson5202 4 роки тому +1

    Weve got a uk spec Vauxhall Cascada...Goes suprisingly well with a 1.4 16v turbo Ecotec under the hood,despite the cars overall size and weight..

  • @ShaylasLove
    @ShaylasLove 5 років тому

    I love this car...my birthday is coming up and I’m really thinking about getting this car...

    • @bunnyjai3267
      @bunnyjai3267 4 роки тому

      Shaylas Love what color? Would you settle for buying a 2019 because it will be discontinued?

  • @tristanwall9085
    @tristanwall9085 3 роки тому +1

    A yes pre covid days

  • @blshotlexusjay9537
    @blshotlexusjay9537 5 років тому +1

    Rather get a Audi A5 convertible for the same price

  • @leslierhodes5467
    @leslierhodes5467 4 роки тому

    Please can you add that the fact that it is called the Vauxhall in the UK 🇬🇧 vauxhall cars have been around for almost 100 years or more And have been In common with general motors for years

  • @elsenoron7288
    @elsenoron7288 2 роки тому

    I want this Car. Same color same year 💯🔥🔥

  • @canocano5480
    @canocano5480 Рік тому

    Is this a GM car or Opel? Ford truck for Mazda

  • @I-Libertine
    @I-Libertine 3 роки тому

    This car has the personality of a Styrofoam cup.

  • @canocano5480
    @canocano5480 Рік тому

    Nice car just to many buttons on the dash and screen way to small

  • @plk7592
    @plk7592 5 років тому +1

    Well, it kinda reminds me of a Toyota Solara convertible. Too much weight, too little power for me. Until today, I didn't even know this car existed! That tells me someone in the advertising dept. at Buick, dropped the ball! For me, It wouldn't have made a difference though. Don't get me wrong, I love convertibles, but having said that, the new Hot hatch design cars are whats selling like hotcakes. Probably due to movies like "Fast and Furious". No demand for this type of vehicle anymore. Buick is correct in dropping this model from their lineup. I'm still watching and droooling over that vlog you did on the Veloster 'N' model! Its not the fastest, but its priced just right for me! Keep em' comin', Joe, thanks.

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  5 років тому +1

      I think you hit the nail on the head with this car! Trust me I'm still drooling over that Veloster N video!

  • @erikb9789
    @erikb9789 4 роки тому

    I think the presenter should have done his homework better.The European version 1.6 Turbo ECOTEC 147kW / 200hp and the 2.0 CDTI ECOTEC 125kW / 170 have a double exhaust. Either the American version is a different engine, but apparently not, or it is the 1.6 Turbo 100kW / 136hp version. And this last version has the single exhaust. I drive the 200hp version.

  • @mpejones
    @mpejones Рік тому

    I have a 2018 and don't see it anywhere on the road.

  • @DMETS519
    @DMETS519 5 років тому +1

    @ 6:28. If I started to watch this video at 6:28 I would've thought the name of this car was the Buick Norris. I hate it when car dealers plaster their name all over the cars they sell. (I'm gonna give it a zonk)

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  5 років тому

      They will kindly remove that, but I get what you are saying.

  • @realsmusic1
    @realsmusic1 5 років тому +2

    First problem is the name. Is dumb name and too long. Second it’s a big car/suv/crossover segment world nowadays. Third no one looks to Buick’s for any cool cars specially convertibles.

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  5 років тому

      Those are two very good points! Thanks for watching!

  • @basja1323
    @basja1323 5 років тому +2

    First time I gonna have to zonk Rati's Rides! Why you bringing us an Opel? Where's the 1987 IROC-Z, 1990 Daytona, 1978 Trans Am...???

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  5 років тому +1

      Just trying to keep the variety coming! I have to track those down. Not many in my area! Don't give up on me yet!

  • @gititgotitgood
    @gititgotitgood 5 років тому +2

    i was sold until the damn buttons.......ugh!

  • @CodyJohnson-rp7ln
    @CodyJohnson-rp7ln 2 роки тому

    i really good iconic convertible for the twinks.

  • @showlowvlogs
    @showlowvlogs 3 роки тому

    GM Should Of Slap A V8 RWD Make Limited Run And Called IT The Grand Cascada Like Reviving The Grand National Name

  • @rfarevalo
    @rfarevalo 5 років тому

    If you want a safer, better, faster, lighter, European convertible with more room. Get a low milage 2013 Volvo C70. Last of the 5 cylinder engines, pyrotechnic launched roll cage, vegetable tanned leather seats, a non-complicated waterfall (center console), over 220 to 250 horse power, volvo safety (air bags, titanium members, blind spot cameras, cabin air sensor monitoring of NOx, particulates, ozone, CO gases with cabin air filtering, anti-whiplash seat protection during a collision). Larger trunk, 2.5L engine, look nicer, HARD TOP CONVERTIBLE for sound insulation and temperature insulation. Designed for swedish winters and summers. 4 season insulation keeps the groceries in your trunk from freezing in winter and the wine/beer from getting too hot in the summer. It designed to be a convertible unlike the Buick its display screens do not wash out in sunlight, dash and electronics is waterproof, seatbelts don't flap in the wind, and the door pockets have covers so items don't fly in the wind. Moreover, real cup holders in the center console and not the messy cupholders on the door like cheap economy cars.
    ua-cam.com/video/0PP4laPW6vE/v-deo.html

  • @Wayloncashwillie
    @Wayloncashwillie 5 років тому +12

    Another outdated gm vehicle. Unreliable, terrible transmissions.

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  5 років тому

      I totally get where you are coming from!

  • @BigWheel.
    @BigWheel. 5 років тому +3

    This is giving me chrysler sebring vibes if anything else although I liked the early sebring convertibles styling much better than this.

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  5 років тому +1

      I felt that the same as well.

  • @luissalazar2021
    @luissalazar2021 Рік тому

    Nice job sir
    How can I get one?