1962 Buick Skylark Base Hardtop 2-door 3.5l Very Original on 2040-cars
Denville, New Jersey, United States
For sale is a very original 1962 Buick Skylark 2 door coupe, with a 3-speed manual transmission couple to a feisty 215 cc V* aluminum head V8 engine. Color is deep blue with roof being off white. This car is in a very good running condition. I just drove 180 miles without a hitch. We just recently gave it a full tune up, replacing the plugs, the filters engine and trans oils. We also replaced the rear shocks and springs with brand new ones. I have the front springs and shocks which will be included in the sale. We just had the carburetor rebuilt, replacing all worn or defective parts. The car stars right up without any hesitation thanks in part to the new battery and new fuel filter plus the cleaned out gas tank. The car has been stored inside most of its life maintaining a beautiful luster to its original deep blue paint. Not a show car by any means but a solid daily driver ready for the next step to restore it without much effort to its original simple yet elegant glory. This car is 99% complete and 99% rust free. Only very small surface rust at the rear wheel and a small dent on the front fender. the underbody is solid having received undercoating some years back.The rest of the body is straight minus minute scratches and normal scratches. The interior is very presentable too- minus the front seat covers as they will need replacement. It has working front seat belts. The AM radio, the heat, the mirrors and the lights word very well. The tires are very good, the brakes front and back have been serviced recently. The trunk is very clean, sold and the jack parts plus the spare tire are all there. The weather-stripping rubber while old still keeps water off the car. The instrument cluster works very well except for the gas gauge which moves when filled with gas but it does not show the actual gallonage. The speedometer, the odometer, the temp and Gen work properly. The heat/vent levers work as well. The carpet is very solid and has no visible stains or tears. The headliners is intact and not sagging. Overall, this car is a joy to drive, and its aluminum engine is an automotive first, Original owner's manual. Great fuel economy for its age and size! Pre-inspection and further inquiries are cheerfully welcome. Shipping, taxes and vehicle transfer fees are the responsibility of the buyer. A PayPal deposit of $1000.00 is required within 24 hours of the auction end. Balance either in cash or bank certified check only. Car is being offered for sale locally. Good luck! |
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