2016 Buick Enclave AWD

2016 Buick Enclave AWD — seven seats, three rows, no arguments.

First, the seating, because that’s why you’re looking at this one. The Enclave carries seven in genuine comfort. Second-row captain’s chairs give you a walk-through to the third row, so nobody has to climb over anybody in a parking garage in the rain. Better still, that third row is a real seat rather than a punishment. In fact, adults fit back there on the drive down to Garmisch, and there’s still luggage space behind them.

Underneath, it’s a 3.6L V6 with a six-speed automatic. Because all four wheels drive, you’ll appreciate it the first morning the Autobahn is white and everyone else is sideways.

Inside, Beige leather interior. Meanwhile, the equipment list covers heated front seats, sunroofs, back-up camera, Bluetooth and rain-sensing wipers. There is also a DVD player for 2nd & 3rd rows.

Above all, though, look at the service history. The previous owner changed the transmission fluid, coolant and differential fluid at 113,013 miles. Afterwards, we added plugs, filters, a serpentine belt, fresh oil and complete exhaust work. As a result, you get 120,300 miles, US-spec and tax-free, with a 12-month warranty, TÜV done and free delivery to your duty station.

In short, a three-row SUV this size costs real money in Germany and is almost impossible to find in US-spec. This one, however, is sitting here now.