Reliability, comfort and affordability are terms related to Buick, and also the Century epitomises these values.

The mid-sized sedan seats six adults, and it is one and a half tons are hauled along with a modest by American standards; V6 engine of 3.1 litres.

Quality of ride takes preference over handling precision, and acceleration is modest; the emphasis is on safe, predictable performance.

The vehicle is well-equipped in relation to airbags, safety seat latches along with other reassuring features for example delayed interior and exterior lighting.

Rumour has it how the load area continues to be made to have a Zimmer frame, but that could be merely inter-industry jealousy.