The 1987 Buick Regal is a mid-size two-door coupe (often grouped with G-body “personal luxury” cars) known for classic American comfort, simple mechanicals, and easy parts availability. It’s ideal for buyers who want a smooth-riding cruiser, a project-friendly classic, or a nostalgic daily driver with straightforward maintenance. In 1987, the Regal was in its final years of the rear-wheel-drive G-body era, positioned above basic coupes with a more upscale Buick feel. Today it sits in the affordable classic market, with values influenced by condition, originality, and drivetrain.

- Rear-wheel-drive G-body platform: Simple layout, body-on-frame style construction feel, and strong aftermarket support for suspension, brakes, and driveline upgrades. - V6 engine availability: Many 1987 Regals were equipped with Buick’s 3.8L V6, an engine family known for good low-end torque and long-term durability when maintained. - V8 option on some trims/markets: Depending on equipment and availability, some cars were fitted with a 5.0L V8, giving a more traditional V8 driving character in a comfortable coupe. - Comfortable “Buick” tuning: Softer suspension calibration, quiet cabin for the era, and relaxed highway manners that make it a good cruiser rather than a sharp sports coupe. - Classic 1980s design and trim packages: Period-correct styling, upright greenhouse, and a broad mix of interior and exterior trim combinations that appeal to collectors and restorers.

Shoppers looking up 1987 Buick Regal reliability should expect generally solid fundamentals, but also typical age-related problems and a few model-common weak points. Most 1987 Buick Regal problems today are tied to wear, neglected upkeep, and older electronics rather than catastrophic design flaws. 1) Cooling system leaks and overheating