other conventional American sedan) will feel right at home in the Century.

Full-width seats front and rear hold six full-size adults on soft cushions

covered in smooth, attractive cloth. All six will find head and legroom

to be more than adequate, as well as easy access through four large, well-shaped

doors.

Fancy trim is kept to a minimum, with only small wood-effect panels

in the doors--holding power-window switches--contrasting with the interior's

monochromatic appearance.

The single-color interior scheme is perhaps the cabin's only somewhat

controversial feature. Having steering wheels, dashboard, door panels,

seats and carpet finished off in what is as close as possible to the exact

same hue does not sit as well with some people as use of some contrasting

shades might. But that, obviously is a matter of individual tastes.

All control buttons and switches are large, well-marked and properly

sited for easy use. Instruments are clear, too, though there are only three.

Buick assumes the Century's intended customers are unlikely to care for

much more information than speed, fuel level and engine water temperature

anyway, and if they really need to know about a problem in one of the car's

systems, there are warning lights and chimes to do the job.

Because the cars are well equipped, only a few options are offered to

Century customers. A power glass sunroof is one; another is a rear-mounted

child safety seat. Beyond those items, steering wheel-mounted radio controls

and a few minor upgrades, Buick seems content to let the standard list

of features keep buyers happy. As they likely will.