1987 Buick Grand National - Rare Astro Roof Option on 2040-cars
West Kingston, Rhode Island, United States
I bought the car in 2006 and since that time, it has not been driven in rain/snow or on a track. It is adult owned and has never been abused. I have all invoices which include detailed descriptions of all the work completed and will forward them to you upon request. Since my ownership, all work has been completed by Conti’s Service, Speed Pro Forged pistons, AirTex Water Pump, Poston/Accufab Fuel Regulator, Hi Output Walbro fuel pump, New GM Fuel Tank, Melling Hi Volume Engine Oil Pump, Sealed Power - Piston Ring Set, head bolts, Clevite main, rod and cam brgs., Speedpro rings, performance cam and kit for specific application with timing chain and degreeable sprocket, Harland Sharp roller rockers and hardened shafts, TE 44C Turbo (850 CFM), Precision/Bosch 50 lb injectors and 93 Chip, Auto Meter – temp, oil pressure, voltage gauges, High Temp Silicone GM gasket set, Heavy Duty Clevite rod and main bearings, full floating pins and new connecting rods, Crane Cams machined valve lock set, MSD Gear reduction starter, Severe duty Turbo 400 3 speed auto installed with Alto clutches and severe duty steels, 32 element sprag, Tourington thrust bearings in high load areas, new lipseals, 3200 stall converter, Brute Force/Neapco U-joints and Chrome moly drive shaft, GM brake master/pump/accumulator/s entire assembly, rear wheel cylinders, Viston heavy duty radiator with stock design internal trans. and oil coolers, Headers – port matched to cylinder heads & ceramic coated, Pit-bull stainless steel exhaust modified to improve flow, New Headliner. A/C system works but, will likely need a charge at this point. The engine and all components were prepped, primed and painted individually. In regards to the exterior, the areas that need spot painting include the nose (normal, stone chipping), right door (paint cracking) and trunk lid. NO RUST EXISTS The speedometer needs to be calibrated and the digital boost and tack do not work. There is one quarter size dent in the passenger front fender which is included in the pictures. The car is a recovered theft with all proper documentation. It was regsistered in RI when I bought it and I have maintained a Rhode Island registration. The interior is in great shape (no rips or heavy wear on seats). The headliner is new. I am happy to take and forward any additional pictures that you request. The car is for sale locally as well. |
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