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Buick Grand National Amazing Barn Find! on 2040-cars

US $30,000.00
Year:1987 Mileage:34007 Color: took some time though
Location:

Missouri City, Texas, United States

Missouri City, Texas, United States
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 This is one of those rare once in a lifetime finds. It was picked it up in North Texas. Heard through a friend that his boss had a completely stock and unmolested Grand National that his dad bought for him brand new from John Toole Buick of Dallas-Irving. It was used in the late 80's as a college commuter (Tarrant County Junior College according to the parking stickers). Not sure how many years it was used because the tags expired 93/94. So I'm assuming '92-93 was the last year it was on the road. It has 32,868 miles on the clock.

When I got the car into my possession, I spent a lot of time on cleaning it up and bringing the paint back to life. The interior took no effort at all, the interior on the car is almost like it came off the showroom floor. No spots on the seats, no stains on the carpet, no wear on the steering wheel and still has the protective clear plastic on the dash. The headliner was drooping so I replaced that, but otherwise it's completely original. And let me tell you, you really do feel like you hitched a ride with Marty in the Delorean on this one. It's like a time capsule. So well preserved! (was obviously stored indoors for the last 20+ years)

The exterior took some time though, not gonna lie. That paint had 20+ years of dust on top of it. So I bet I washed the car 10 times in the process of buffing it out. It was 100% the original finish when I started, I do know that. There was one unfortunate blemish on the drivers rear quarter where apparently a ladder fell on it while it was being stored. I was going to have a paintless dent repair service straighten it out, but the paint where it happened was touched up so I decided to take it to Masters Auto Body who has an excellent reputation. So they fixed the quarter and blended it into the door. As well as installed new bumper fillers since the originals were deteriorated (common problem as you more than likely already know).

Mechanically this thing literally drives like it's still 1987. 1000000% bone stock (which is the amazing part). It doesn't even have an aftermarket air filter. The original owner didn't seem too interested in the performance aspect of the car, so it literally has nothing "performance" done to it.

Since the gas tank had been sitting for so long I replaced it with an OEM quality replacement, as well as a new sending unit, fuel pump, and fuel filter. Then I had the injectors professionally flushed and flow tested. Also put in a new set of plugs and wires, and wow, she fired up like a brand new car! Changed all the fluids, installed a new serpentine belt, new battery, and this car is ready to go wherever, whenever. Still has the original exhaust too and it's not rusted out!! The oil pan gasket does drip a little oil, but for a car that sat for 20+ years, suppose that's to be expected.

I found some hidden treasures while cleaning it... The original window sticker was folded up in the glovebox. I went and had it laminated to preserve it. Also found the original temporary tag, warranty booklet, a Buick issued radio station directory (reminding us that Buick is awesome), GM maintenance schedule, and the owners manual. Oh and I have 2 sets of wheels for the car. I bought a spare set with new rubber, because I didn't want to remove the original tires from the original wheels... So one set is for show, one set is for go.

Call, text, or email me if you have any questions or would like to schedule a time to see it. 713-499-0167

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GM recalling over 243,000 crossovers over possible seat belt defect

Tue, 17 Aug 2010

2010 Buick Enclave - Click above for high-res image gallery
The summer of 2010's recall hit parade continues unabated today, with General Motors having just announced that it is asking 243,403 owners of its 2009-2010 Lambda crossovers to bring their three-row haulers in for inspection. The culprit? Second-row seat belts in select Buick Enclave, Chevrolet Traverse, GMC Acadia, and Saturn Outlook CUVs have "failed to perform properly in a crash."
According to GM, a second-row seat-side trim piece is to blame, as it can impede the upward rotation of the buckle after the seat is folded flat. As a result, if the buckle makes contact with the seat frame, cosmetic damage can occur, potentially requiring additional force to operate the buckle properly. So far, no great shakes, but in the process of applying that additional force, the occupant may push the buckle cover down to the strap, potentially revealing and depressing the red release button. As a result of this, the belt may not latch, or in certain cases, it may actually appear to be latched when, in fact, it isn't.

Spy photos of the upcoming Buick Regal wagon, via the Opel Insignia

Fri, Nov 11 2016

We're pretty sure Buick is working on a Regal wagon. And because the Regal is the Opel Insignia on the other side of the pond, these spy photos show us what's in store when it eventually turns into a Buick. The rakish wagon was lightly camouflaged, giving us our best look at the upcoming vehicle. The wagon shares a lot of the same design cues as the Insignia sedan that we spotted earlier. The bottom of the front end is covered in heavy camouflage, masking the wagon's grille. It's unsure to tell whether the black nostril-like pieces sitting above the grille are vents or just tape. The prototype still shares the same upright nose as the model we spotted earlier, giving the wagon a wider stance than its predecessor. The side profile of the wagon is sleeker, thanks to the extra four inches between the axles, than the current model is, with the design mimicking that of a shooting brake instead of a traditional wagon. The rear end of the wagon is also more upright with the taillights and bottom part of the fender jutting out beyond the glass. The boxy design sitting atop of the rear end doesn't match the rest of the vehicle and appears to be a part of the car's camouflage. With the tunnel-like design at the top gone, the rear end would have a more streamlined design. With the next Regal expected to continue on as a rebadged Insignia, the likelihood of a Regal Wagon in the US look good, but aren't set in stone. Late last year, Buick filed two trademarks for "Tourx" and "Regal Tourx," pointing towards a high-riding wagon with all-wheel drive. Imagine these spy shots with a taller suspension and some crossover-inspired trim pieces and you have a wagon that could take on the likes of the Subaru Outback and Audi Allroad. Related Video: Featured Gallery 2018 Opel Insignia Grand Sport Tourer Spy Shots View 10 Photos Image Credit: CarPix Design/Style Spy Photos Buick GM Opel Wagon Luxury opel insignia

2018 Buick Enclave launches luxury Avenir trim

Wed, Apr 12 2017

Remember the shapely Buick Avenir Concept from the 2015 Detroit Auto Show? Well, this isn't that, even if they both share the same name. Meet the Buick Enclave Avenir, a new trim built atop Buick's redesigned 2018 Enclave seven-passenger crossover. Think of it as Buick's version of GMC's Denali trim and you'll be on the right track. As the brand's new top trim level, everything that's normally optional in the Enclave comes standard in the Avenir, along with a bunch of exclusive content. And this is just the first application of the Avenir package for Buick – expect the rest of the TriShield brand's products to get a similar makeover in due time. All Avenir models from Buick will get what the brand is calling a three-dimensional mesh grille with a new set of chrome wings. From there, the Enclave edition bundles unique pearl nickel 20-inch wheels, a Rear Camera Mirror like the one seen from Cadillac, and a new kind of LED headlamps that use something called Evonik Acrylite lighting technology. An in-car air ionizer promises to keep the cabin smelling fresh. The rest of the Enclave package sounds pretty good, too. It's got a standard 3.6-liter V6 engine with 302 horsepower and 260 pound-feet of torque, mated to a nine-speed automatic transmission. Front-wheel drive is standard, and all-wheel drive is optional. A tow rating of 5,000 pounds is standard fare for this class, as are seven seats inside. A frameless eight-inch LCD screen and integrated 4G wireless connectivity are other family-friendly highlights. We expect more Avenir-branded models to make their appearance in the Buick showroom soon. In the meantime, check out the Enclave Avenir in the image gallery above, and stay tuned for more from New York. Related Video: