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1G4HD57238U196589 — 2008 Buick Lucerne Cxl — auction Copart | MaxUsAutos

2008 Buick Lucerne Cxl

Lot #86299295 · VIN 1G4HD57238U196589

🇺🇸 CopartSideKeys included✓ Runs & drivesSold

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2008 Buick Lucerne, Side, Copart, VIN 1G4HD57238U196589 · photo 1 of 12

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What does the damage type «Side» mean

Side damage occurs in T-bone collisions, impacts with parking barriers, or sideswipes. Structurally, the side of a vehicle is critical for occupant protection, so damage here deserves careful inspection.

What may be damaged

doors, rocker panels, body pillars
side airbags (may have deployed and been quietly replaced)
window regulator mechanisms
wiring routed through sills and pillars

What to keep in mind

cabin sealing issues and water ingress
difficulty opening or closing doors properly
hidden weakening of structural body members

Our advice: Pay close attention to the condition of side airbags and look for any signs of welding on the body pillars.

What we do to make sure the deal goes smoothly

Expert lot reviewBefore bidding, our expert analyses photos, VIN history and damage — an honest verdict plus a full turnkey budget.

Ocean freight insuranceFull-value coverage for the duration of shipping. Terms stated in the contract before departure.

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Auction Copart · Lot #86299295

Final bid700 USD10% of market valueMarket value of the intact car in the US: 6 969 USDThis lot sold below market. We'll price one like it turnkey — no overpaying.

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✓ We inspect the lot on request — specialist video report✓ Fixed $500 commission, no hidden fees✓ Delivery + turnkey customs clearance in 45–60 days

Estimated turnkey price in Ukraine645 839 ₴≈ 14 523 USD

1 · Auction price700 USD

2 · Shipping + insurance3 250 USD

3 · Import duty + excise + VAT9 277 USD

4 · MaxUsAutos services + broker885 USD

5 · Certification + registration191 USD

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History of this VIN

VIN 1G4HD57238U196589 history

1 time

Auction dates are shown in US auction time (ET), regardless of your timezone settings.

PhotoLot #AuctionDateOutcomeFinal bidSeller

NEW#86299295You are here

Copart

Jun 1, 2026

Sold

700 USD

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Reliability & recalls

Common problems: Buick Lucerne 2008

Owner complaints filed with the US NHTSA database: 218. Of these — crashes: 13, fires: 26.

Most-reported systems

Electrical System
121
Fuel/Propulsion System
50
Engine
24
Structure
14
Fuel System
14
Gasoline
13

Official recalls

Electrical System
This defect can affect the safe operation of the airbag system. Until this recall is performed, customers should remove all items from their key rings, leaving only the ignition key. The key fob (if applicable), should also be removed from the key ring. General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2005-2009 Buick LaCrosse, 2006-2011 Buick Lucerne, 2000-2005 Cadillac DeVille, 2006-2011 Cadillac DTS, 2006-2014 Chevrolet Impala, and 2006-2007 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vehicles. In the affected vehicles, the weight on the key ring and road conditions or some other jarring event may cause the ignition switch to move out of the run position, turning off the engine.
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will install two key rings and an insert in the key slot or a cover over the key head on all ignition keys, free of charge. The recall began on September 23, 2014. Owners may contact General Motors customer service at 1-800-521-7300 (Buick), 1-800-458-8006 (Cadillac), and 1-800-222-1020 (Chevrolet). GM's number for this recall is 14299.
NHTSA campaign: 14V355000
Electrical System
GM IS RECALLING 857,735 MY 2006-2008 BUICK LUCERNE; CADILLAC DTS; HUMMER H2; MY 2007-2008 CADILLAC ESCALADE, ESCALADE ESV, ESCALADE EXT; CHEVROLET AVALANCHE, SILVERADO, SUBURBAN, TAHOE; GMC ACADIA, SIERRA, YUKON, YUKON XL, SATURN OUTLOOK; AND MY 2008 BUICK ENCLAVE VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH A HEATED WIPER WASHER FLUID SYSTEM. A SHORT CIRCUIT ON THE PRINTED CIRCUIT BOARD FOR THE WASHER FLUID HEATER MAY OVERHEAT THE CONTROL-CIRCUIT GROUND WIRE.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSTALL A WIRE HARNESS WITH AN IN-LINE FUSE FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON SEPTEMBER 12, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT BUICK AT 1-866-608-8080; CADILLAC AT 1-800-982-2339 OR HTTP://WWW.CADILLAC.COM; CHEVROLET AT 1-800-630-2438; SATURN AT 1-800-972-8876 OR HTTP://WWW.SATURN.COM, GMC AT 1-866-996-9436; OR HUMMER AT 1-800-732-5493; OR THROUGH THEIR WEBSITE AT <A HREF=HTTP://WWW.GMOWNERCENTER.COM>HTTP://WWW.GMOWNERCENTER.COM</A> .
NHTSA campaign: 08V441000