1979 Buick Electra Limited X69 V 8 Low Miles 73k 4 Door Runs on 2040-cars
Fairfield, Ohio, United States
Body Type:Sedan
Vehicle Title:Clear
Engine:350
Fuel Type:Gasoline
For Sale By:Private Seller
Number of Cylinders: 8
Make: Buick
Model: Electra
Trim: N/A
Power Options: Air Conditioning, Power Locks, Power Windows, Power Seats
Drive Type: auto
Mileage: 73,500
Exterior Color: Brown
Disability Equipped: No
Interior Color: Brown
Warranty: Vehicle does NOT have an existing warranty
This is a nice Buick Electra that is basically a one owner. I got it from the gentleman's estate that purchased this car new in 1979. I've driven it some recently basically taking my kids for a ride. My kids are little and they like riding in a car that actually has some room in the back seat.
The good stuff: From what I can tell the car has been taken care of over the years. It runs and drives without any issues. The interior is in good shape with no tears/rips or discoloration besides the issue noted below with the dash.
The bad stuff: The car was wrecked in the front left corner. The quarter panel, bumper, light and grill are messed up. On the dash there is a small hole (can be seen in picture), the bumper saver(?) is missing on passenger side back bumper. Also under the top you can tell that there is rust under it, but I don't know the extent. The A.C. runs with it blowing semi-cold air, but I believe it needs to be recharged.
I'm trying to point out as many issues that I've noticed as possible. Overall it's a nice looking and driving car without any serious issues.
In the pictures you can tell one of the rims doesn't match, but the matching rim is in the truck as the spare.
Someone did ask me about the clock to verify it was still running. It does run, but I have not checked it for how accurate it keeps time. They told me these cars sometimes have electrical problems and when the clock stops running is the first sign something is going bad. I have no idea, but wanted to mention it.
Just an FYI: I did have this listed on Craiglist for sometime a couple of weeks ago. I had a number of people that were interested and stated they wanted it, but nobody ever showed up. Since my experience with Craigslist was not positive I've decided to put it on eBay to sell. I will not end the auction early and it will sell to the high bidder.
I will be unable a few days next week, but I will try to work with you if you want to come take a look at. If you have any questions please let me know.
Thank you
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