No Reserve! 62 Buick Skylark! 340 V8.runs And Rides! Classic Muscle Cruiser on 2040-cars
Towson, Maryland, United States
Body Type:Hardtop
Engine:3.5L 3528CC 215Cu. In. V8 GAS OHV Naturally Aspirated
Vehicle Title:Clear
Fuel Type:GAS
For Sale By:Private Seller
Interior Color: Black
Make: Buick
Number of Cylinders: 8
Model: Skylark
Trim: Base Hardtop 2-Door
Warranty: Vehicle does NOT have an existing warranty
Drive Type: U/K
Mileage: 40,100
Exterior Color: Red
Up for sale today is my 1962 Buick Skylark hardtop coupe. Its in reasonably solid condition given that its 51 years of age. Below will be a list of specs, highlights, lowlights and key points to be made to the potential buyer. This is a very cool car that deserves an equally cool owner, no squares allowed as the kids used to say.
Local Pickup Only. No paypal, Just cash. If you want to make an offer my number is at the bottom of the listing. Thanks!
Vin # 312508976
Motor- 340 V8 5.6L 2 Barrel (from a 67 Skylark Coupe, Rebuilt about 3 years ago as told by previous owner)
Trans- 2 speed powerglide trans (pulled and rebuilt along with motor, again no documentation to prove but was passed on by previous owner). Switched from Column to floor
Mileage- shows a shade over 40,000, but being a 5 digit dash im sure it has rolled over so for argument sake since I have no documentation on mileage we will say 140k. mind you that's original body mileage, a lot less on motor and trans.
New parts- Just replaced.... Water Pump, Water Pump Gasket, Fan Clutch (non-thermal), Battery, Electric Fuel Pump and upper rad hose. (All done hours before this listing, not days. you will even notice in the pictures the drain off from taking the old pump out. Picture of engine bay was taken right after the water pump was taken out but before new rad hose, drive belt and wiring were done. )
* * Also, while replacing these parts I noticed that the previous owner did a hell of a backwoods job wiring up some of the engine components. I went through and rewired everything that posed a potential electrical hazard with more proper crimping and harnessing techniques. Also tuned and cleaned the Carburetor. Long story short no more open connections and wires run across the block.
Problem areas- Im a firm believer in being as honest as possible when it comes to making a new owner aware of any issues I have spotted, being that I got my arm twisted on this car when I got it id like to assure the new owner that I am doing my best to make them aware of the work needing done. This is not a Barret Jackson vehicle. This is a cool old car with some blemishes that give it character and areas that can be fixed as you drive. With any car over 50 years old, it has some rust. I did the best to get pictures of all the areas I am aware of so that you can decided what you do with it. That being said here we go!
* Trunk pan needs to be patched with sheet metal near the lower latch housing as well as both sides where the inner wheel wells meet the pan. some 16 gauge and a flux core welder would do the job nicely. (See pics) also note at the top of the large pic of the trunk area the previous owner sprayed about an 8th of an inch of rust preventer all over the trunk, little did he know it only makes matters worse when you don't clean the old rust off first. After chipping and peeling off the black mess he made I found the problem areas listed. The rest of the trunk looks good.
* There is some bubbling going on in the usual spots where rust is starting to take over (also in pics) There areas are the driver door corner, quarters and fenders near door jams. Also bottom of the top. Mostly surface rust but just enough to see when your on top of it. Its still amazingly solid for the year. 10 footer.
* Factory Radio was removed and I never bothered to get a new one.
* Paint is driver quality. Shines from 10 feet but once on top its dull and has high/low areas. some small spots in door jams where original paint is starting to show through (aqua blue color)
* Passenger rear interior panel has a small tear which has been covered to prevent from widening.
* Floors are solid, appear to have been patched and/or repaired at one point. Very solid
Like I said, I am being as honest as possible about this car, no one deserves any surprises when it comes to a fun car do own. I encourage anyone interested to come take a look at the car before buying or bidding. Im pretty knowledgeable about cars in general but someone always knows more.
THE GOODS: The car itself as a whole is pretty sweet. You don't see to many on the road at all and I get thumbs up when people see it. I always end up doing more talking then driving when I spin it around the block. It runs good and shifts as it should. For the money, you cant go wrong. Drive it as is, restore it, chop it, slam it any way you do it it will always turn heads. I really wanted to rat it out but its just to nice a platform for that. Hopefully a Buick nut will fall in love with it. Currently Garaged just waiting for a new owner. Also have Maryland 1962 Antique tags for it.
* Interior was redone when motor was put in. Its actually really really nice! (see pics) front bench has a spot or two of fading but its got a newer carpet and the backseat doesn't look to be sat in. New cushioning and even a nice headliner. Dash has a small crack but its all there! The horn even works!
* Lights work High Beams work wipers work windows are all present and work great. Speedo works on and off but im looking into it now. Fuel gauge appears to be working properly. This car from what I can tell was equipped with A/C and the blower motor seems to turn on but obviously it doesn't work.
* Brakes are a little sticky at first but the car stops as it should and rolls right down the road. Its also antique so no inspection required. Its got good rubber and the wheels/hub cabs shine nicely.
* BEST PART IS ITS A 340 V8. Little more muscle under the hood never hurt anyone.
Ive listed just about everything that I can think of but like I said come take a look and we can talk about whatever you'd like. Im pretty reasonable and open to offers on it so just let me know. Also for sale locally so it can go at anytime but don't hesitate to throw in a bid on it, its sure to please whoever takes her in.
267 274 8729
Call/text or email me at threewheeler@live.com. I will list all of the pictures I have of the vehicle. If you would like to see something I didn't happen to get a picture of please come take a look at it in person although I think I got it all. Thanks!
No returns or Warranty. Vehicle was listed to the best of my ability and I ENCOURAGE you to take a look whenever your free. Thanks ALL!
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