My father has this car. He's only like 40. But sometimes I get to drive it and this car is FAST and you can hear the turbo whistle! love this car we have it in the red tintcoat
Hello Kyle. I'm a 17 years old boy from Romania, Europe, and I'm watching your car videos for about 2 years. I just want to say you that I am a very passionate for cars just like you and I appreciate what you do and I wish that maybe oneday, I will make such more videos about cars just like you, but here in Romania we don't have such more car dealers. Anyway, we can get the driver license only after we celebrate 18 years old and that's pretty annoying. Luck still!
I have a 2012 regal GS 6 Speed Manual transmission and I am 22 years old. awesome car, I highly recommend it. very comfortable, fun, and the power is great.
Let me remind you of a Buick in the eighties called a Grand National, which continues to be competitive even today. Ground breaking extreme performer in its time, affordable and marketed to younger buyers. It happened before, it can happen again.
I'm 14 and I want a Buick Regal. In my mind this and the Hyundai Sonata are the two prettiest cars on the road, but I'm leaning more toward this as my first car.
Kyle, love your videos. Have you considered getting a lavalier microphone that you can wear on your shirt when you make your videos? It would greatly enhance the sound plus if you put a windscreen on it it would cut out most of the wind thats troubled some of your videos.
You are correct. This Buick is a rebadged Opel Insignia which was designed and engineered in Germany. Some people in the comments are calling it the American answer to the 3 series and A4. But it's not, not by a longshot. Still though, highest quality Buick ever.
@saabkyle04 : Your welcome, Kyle ! I have driven many Insignias but the OPC is really the only one I would like to review on day. In germany the car has 325 bhp, which makes it the fastest road car Opel has ever made...Greetings from germany
I had a love hate relationship with my 89 Buick Regal Custom. It ran flawlessly, always started in any condition, had a good engine, but everything else went wrong.
Great Video! I liked the edited-in narration mixed with the on-camera. A feature packed vehicle and a 6-speed manual!! How'd you manage to catch Heart's "Crazy On You" twice in the same video??? LOL.
Plus, it's always fun when someone who doesn't know about remote start walks by the car when you start it remotely. Their usual reaction is "wtf ghosts"
What a cool car. Everything about it makes sense for an adult owner. That glove-box will probably fit a Glock with a 33 round magazine, and five 1911's. The speakers in the trunk seem to be pretty beefy... The wheels are cool. The exhaust is neat, the overall design is neat, really.. I'm 6'2, so I can't say I dig the space, but otherwise, it's a really neat car!
Kyle, I think you made a slight editing error at 8:11 and 8:33. You started talking about the braking distance, then finally told the braking distance after you stated the MPG. Just thought you'd like a heads up =P
I see where you are coming from drew. I'm 26 and drive a bmw 3 series. I am looking into the Regal GS and heavily considering it due to the fact the up keep i'm sure is much less than a BMW. I will say I haven't had the chance to test drive one so does it handle like a true German car. I would imagine it won't feel like a BMW but if comes close I would deff choose the GS.
You know, I like the fact that GM, and other American auto companies, are reaching out to their overseas subsidiary companies to make better quality vehicles. This car is better than anything GM can put out of Detroit. They finally realize that European engineering is dominant.
@saabkyle04 do a review between both regals ,some are made in germany ,and some are made in canada ,the ones with the front bumper license plate cutout is made in germany ,the solid front bumpers are the canadian built regals
This Engine has a flatter power band than the 2.8 in the OPC, we had it on the SRX and it was peaky and guzzled gas, not to mention we are getting a power upgrade when the regal gets the malibu and ATS' all new Ecotec II 2.0 T
I know but that doesn't change the fact that it was still built by Opel in Germany and then rebadged for Buick. Therefore germans actually did allow that to come out of factory.
LOL , dude im 18 and i will most likely buy this car, i mean have you seen it in person? its awesome, its elegant, its "kinda sporty" its freaking awesome, i think Buicl wont have any problems bringing younger audience to buy their cars
Vauxhall Insignia SRI, Middle Trim Level, add on options so it is as Equipped as the Buick Regal GS and according to The Vauxhall Website as of 12June2013 you are looking at Paying £30,704.00
For all of you that need to get a clue. Yes, GM, and Ford and Chrysler own other car companies outside the US, therefore, that is why those that have a clue know that this same car is sold elsewhere as a Opel or Vauxhal. They are GOOD cars! Ever had one sneak up behind you on the autobahn? American car companies know how to turn a profit in other countries as well. Buick is large in China, and the smaller sportier Fords do well in Germany.
@TheGetawayer We also have it in France. But OPC is not common at all here, you mostly see 2.0 CDTI 130 hp. Great car, but I heard they had reliability problems.
@emdec55 what are you talking about. Thats a really good 2.0 Turbo it has a lot of power, but the car is heavy. And the camary is a 2.5 that gets 35mpg not the V6.
In germany this is called a Opel Insignia OPC and I think it's by far the best car they've ever build !
Great review Kyle !
Ive been watching vids of the old GS's all day, and now you upload this
Yes
My father has this car. He's only like 40. But sometimes I get to drive it and this car is FAST and you can hear the turbo whistle! love this car we have it in the red tintcoat
Hello Kyle. I'm a 17 years old boy from Romania, Europe, and I'm watching your car videos for about 2 years. I just want to say you that I am a very passionate for cars just like you and I appreciate what you do and I wish that maybe oneday, I will make such more videos about cars just like you, but here in Romania we don't have such more car dealers. Anyway, we can get the driver license only after we celebrate 18 years old and that's pretty annoying. Luck still!
I'm 23 and want a Buick. Been loyal since 16 and my 98 Regal will never die! :D
I have a 2012 regal GS 6 Speed Manual transmission and I am 22 years old. awesome car, I highly recommend it. very comfortable, fun, and the power is great.
+Brandon Trongale is it reliable though? any repair problems? im thinking of buying one
Any problems?
Okay that's final. This is going to be my next car. LOVE IT!
Thanks for reviewing this one man.
How did you like it? Thinking about buying one
@@brandonprouse9188me too now🙏🏾
Let me remind you of a Buick in the eighties called a Grand National, which continues to be competitive even today. Ground breaking extreme performer in its time, affordable and marketed to younger buyers. It happened before, it can happen again.
Plus, the 1987 Buick Grand National was extremely popular with the FBI.
One of the best Buick design ever this car design is stunning I love it to bad I can’t afford to buy it
Glad to see most are smart enough to recognize this as an Opel or Vauxhall. I like it a lot.
I'm 14 and I want a Buick Regal. In my mind this and the Hyundai Sonata are the two prettiest cars on the road, but I'm leaning more toward this as my first car.
Had one as a rental about 4 weeks ago. Very nice.
Buick has come light years forward in terms of aesthetics and innovation over the last 5 or so years!
Kyle, love your videos. Have you considered getting a lavalier microphone that you can wear on your shirt when you make your videos? It would greatly enhance the sound plus if you put a windscreen on it it would cut out most of the wind thats troubled some of your videos.
I think this car's central multimedia with a lot of buttons, its the best ideal for a car's central multimedia, less screen and more buttons..
wow never really been a fan of buick but i am very impressed with this and the buick verano.
You are correct. This Buick is a rebadged Opel Insignia which was designed and engineered in Germany. Some people in the comments are calling it the American answer to the 3 series and A4. But it's not, not by a longshot. Still though, highest quality Buick ever.
Nice American luxury with a dose of German engineering. Good video, as always Kyle. Keep up the good work!
Yes Please, I want one. What a a sharp car. Can't wait until we get one at the dealership. Being a lot attendant has its perks.
This car looks great. If I had the money I would buy one.
Buick stepping up their game.
@saabkyle04 : Your welcome, Kyle ! I have driven many Insignias but the OPC is really the only one I would like to review on day. In germany the car has 325 bhp, which makes it the fastest road car Opel has ever made...Greetings from germany
I had a love hate relationship with my 89 Buick Regal Custom. It ran flawlessly, always started in any condition, had a good engine, but everything else went wrong.
Great Video! I liked the edited-in narration mixed with the on-camera. A feature packed vehicle and a 6-speed manual!! How'd you manage to catch Heart's "Crazy On You" twice in the same video??? LOL.
I love these GS's!
What an invigorating engine note!
Plus, it's always fun when someone who doesn't know about remote start walks by the car when you start it remotely. Their usual reaction is "wtf ghosts"
Is it me or is this Opel Insignia OPC with Buick badge.
the insignia opc has 321 hp and uses a 2.8 turbo engine, and is awd, but yes pretty much the rest of it is
Man, you're videos have come a long way. Keep up the good work!
Opel Insignia OPC
dam thats a high quality vehicle right there
What a cool car. Everything about it makes sense for an adult owner. That glove-box will probably fit a Glock with a 33 round magazine, and five 1911's. The speakers in the trunk seem to be pretty beefy... The wheels are cool. The exhaust is neat, the overall design is neat, really.. I'm 6'2, so I can't say I dig the space, but otherwise, it's a really neat car!
Wouldn't you get a better ride quality and possible better 0-60 time with the 19's vs. the 20's due to more sidewall and less rolling inertia?
I'm deciding between this or the Subaru WRX. My grandmother worked for GM so with employee discounts they will cost about the same. Tough decisions..
Great overview of a great car! P.S> Why did you cover the model of the Canon SLR with tape???
Really loving this car !
I have an autostart because I live in Alaska and it gets to -40 and sometimes colder. I let it run for about 5 minutes before I start to drive around.
Nice! But gotta love the classic G-Body Turbo.
I'm pretty sure that the brake lights and rear turn signals are where the rear fog lights are in the Euro model, because they are oddly placed.
Kyle, I think you made a slight editing error at 8:11 and 8:33. You started talking about the braking distance, then finally told the braking distance after you stated the MPG. Just thought you'd like a heads up =P
Kyle...what are your future car purchasing plans? Thinking about a Mustang again maybe after you graduate? :)
I just love the ports on the hood.
Nice choice Kyle, great job as usual!
they should really make an updated grand national with recent 3800 engines and turbos with this regal body, would be an amazing car
All it is, is a luxury version of a Chevy Cruze like another person commented. Still a nice ride.
no, that is the Verano. There is no variant of this vehicle across the GM American Lineup
Justin McKune no
Wrong video, bud. That’s the verano. This is the Opel Insignia based Buick
I love your vids man keep it up!!!!!!!!!
I see where you are coming from drew. I'm 26 and drive a bmw 3 series. I am looking into the Regal GS and heavily considering it due to the fact the up keep i'm sure is much less than a BMW. I will say I haven't had the chance to test drive one so does it handle like a true German car. I would imagine it won't feel like a BMW but if comes close I would deff choose the GS.
true. a good mix of American and German technology and engineering
@PRODRIFTER97 Because it is a Opel Insignia. Its just assembled by Buick for US market.
Maybe you don't want to drive a Buick but any automobile can attract any buyer for many reasons and ultimately design is what sells cars.
You know, I like the fact that GM, and other American auto companies, are reaching out to their overseas subsidiary companies to make better quality vehicles. This car is better than anything GM can put out of Detroit. They finally realize that European engineering is dominant.
Thank you for the video on the Regal GS, Kyle! Good job!
buick's sure come a long way
Wheels look amazing.
hey kyle.Why don't you change your Roadmaster with this?
Great video as always Kyle!
what is the grey piece on the air intake at 4:41 on the right side? is it an anti theft piece or something?
does the 2012 have the LED running lights? I couldn't tell from this vid
@saabkyle04 do a review between both regals ,some are made in germany ,and some are made in canada ,the ones with the front bumper license plate cutout is made in germany ,the solid front bumpers are the canadian built regals
This Engine has a flatter power band than the 2.8 in the OPC, we had it on the SRX and it was peaky and guzzled gas, not to mention we are getting a power upgrade when the regal gets the malibu and ATS' all new Ecotec II 2.0 T
Really want one of these! The Vauxhall Insignia VXR though, it sounds better :p
is the chevy cruze built on the same platform?
Kyle How is the Roadmaster holding up?
I know but that doesn't change the fact that it was still built by Opel in Germany and then rebadged for Buick. Therefore germans actually did allow that to come out of factory.
is buick and opel belong together? because that model really look like the opel insignia.
the Buick looks really nice, i like the vid
best auto evaluator
thank you
Awesome video kyle
LOL , dude im 18 and i will most likely buy this car, i mean have you seen it in person? its awesome, its elegant, its "kinda sporty" its freaking awesome, i think Buicl wont have any problems bringing younger audience to buy their cars
kyle could you please make a review about the 2012 NISSAN PATROL if you could also answer if you can or cant please.
Vauxhall Insignia SRI, Middle Trim Level, add on options so it is as Equipped as the Buick Regal GS and according to The Vauxhall Website as of 12June2013 you are looking at Paying £30,704.00
For all of you that need to get a clue. Yes, GM, and Ford and Chrysler own other car companies outside the US, therefore, that is why those that have a clue know that this same car is sold elsewhere as a Opel or Vauxhal. They are GOOD cars! Ever had one sneak up behind you on the autobahn? American car companies know how to turn a profit in other countries as well. Buick is large in China, and the smaller sportier Fords do well in Germany.
Insignia/regal is the best looking opel/buick ever made!
@mrwilk12 No, it's not the OPC. The Regal GS is front wheel drive and only has 275 hp.
If this wasn't badged as a Buick i'd definitely buy it...
@05Forenza The current Regal is actually built in Canada. Not in the U.S.
@TheGetawayer We also have it in France. But OPC is not common at all here, you mostly see 2.0 CDTI 130 hp. Great car, but I heard they had reliability problems.
@mrwilk12 no it's not insignia opc,this is standard 2.0 turbo,insignia opc produce 325hp...
The dodge v8 R/T is sick man i got one today started it it was like a muscle, i think it is but its a sedan.
Kyle,please try and do a review of the new ml 350.
Awesome Video Kyle!! =)
I sw the picture, and I was like hellll nooo! that's the insignia.. I saw you're comment and I was like, damn I'm not the first to notice.
Did they cooperate with Opel on the design? Or is this a MASSIVE rip off on the Opel insignia?
Love the rims
in EU yes it is
but in US is Buick Regal GS
and in UK is Vauxhall Insignia
best buy in this class
Sport of touch?
In Europe is the opel insignia OPC and in the UK is the vauxhall insignia VXR
@MGazT The hazards come on automatically if there is an accident for example
@emdec55 what are you talking about. Thats a really good 2.0 Turbo it has a lot of power, but the car is heavy. And the camary is a 2.5 that gets 35mpg not the V6.
to start a car in the summer or winter to get you ready to drive
@commander316 the European versions do. The Vauxhall Insignia VXR/Opel Insignia OPC has 4WD and about 320bhp ish
Does this car have a rearview backup camera?
if you buy a 2014 and up yes it does.
@PATjA15 i thought it could've been that but it really offsets the symmetry in the front design.. not a fan lol.
19 City 27 high way? How does it manage such an inefficiency?
The new Mustang V6 Premium gets 19 city with the 305 HP (35 more) 3.7L V6.
Love it!
buick regal = opel insignia in europe (except the UK, there it's called vauxhall). the OPC is a high performance insignia with a 325 hp V6 bi-turbo.
Great video, neat car.
juz asking... wtf is the Kony 2012??!
I'm 18 and I want a Buick.