Regular readers will undoubtedly know that classic Station Wagons hold a place close to my heart. However, I am a late convert who is guilty of ignoring these versatile vehicles for decades. Vans and SUVs have driven the domestic… more»
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Chevy Nova Cousin: 1974 Buick Apollo
In the 1970s, General Motors “cloned” the Chevrolet Nova across most divisions so they, too, could have an American-made compact. Pontiac was first with the Ventura II, then Oldsmobile soon followed with the Omega, and Buick with the Apollo…. more»
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One Owner: 24k Mile 1962 Buick Special
The Special nameplate had been a Buick staple since the 1930s. But from 1961 to 1963, it represented Buick’s “senior level” compact along with the Oldsmobile F-85 and Pontiac Tempest. The seller has a one-owner 1962 Special Deluxe station… more»
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500 HP Drag Racer: 1970 Buick Skylark
When a gearhead refers to a high-performance early seventies Buick A-Body, I instinctively think of the Gran Sport, sometimes called the “gentleman’s muscle car” for providing lots of power and luxurious features all in the same package. However, somebody… more»
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Nicest One Left? 1968 Buick Skylark Custom
In 1964, General Motors promoted several of its compacts to mid-size status. That included the Buick Special and Skylark. The first redesign in that configuration came in 1968, and the Buicks obtained “quirky” styling compared to the Chevy Chevelle… more»
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54k-Mile Estate Find: 1996 Buick Roadmaster Wagon
In 1991, Buick revived the Roadmaster nameplate after a 33-year absence. It replaced the former Buick Estate, though the platform was the same. At first, only a wagon was marketed, but a 4-door sedan arrived shortly thereafter. The seller… more»
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Cheap Driver: 1998 Buick Century Custom
This 1998 Buick Century Custom may not be everyone’s idea of a classic. However, we shouldn’t dismiss it out of hand. It has been part of the same family since Day One and has led an extremely sheltered existence…. more»
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Every Option Box Checked: 1991 Buick Reatta
Some people walk into a dealership and adhere to a strict budget when purchasing a new car. Others will reason that if they’re going to spend their hard-earned cash, they should drive away in a vehicle that precisely fits… more»
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Same Owner Since ’60s: 1964 Buick Skylark
The Skylark began as an upscale version of Buick’s revised Special compact car in 1961. When the Special moved up to an intermediate in 1964, the Skylark followed and became a series of its own. This beautiful ’64 Skylark… more»
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Low-Mile 5-Speed: 1976 Buick Skyhawk S
The Skyhawk was Buick’s first subcompact, launched in 1975, and it remained in the lineup through 1980. It was a rebadged Chevy Monza, which in turn was a derivative of the Vega. It was only offered as a hatchback,… more»
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Affordable Classic? 1964 Buick Wildcat
There are plenty of old cars still motoring around that were quite impressive in their day – and still are! And…many won’t cost you an arm and a leg. For example, take this 1964 Buick Wildcat two-door hardtop. It… more»
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All Original: 1968 Buick GS 400 Convertible
Some enthusiasts refuse to compromise, accepting nothing but total originality in any classic. If you share those sentiments, you will probably like this 1968 Buick GS 400 Convertible. The seller has been its custodian since 2000, protecting this survivor… more»
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Much Recent Work: 1962 Buick Electra 225
This 1962 Buick Electra 225 hides its light under a bushel. Looking beyond its tired paint, it is a rock-solid classic with no immediate needs. The owner’s recent big spend mechanically ensures it is a turnkey proposition the buyer… more»
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43k-Mile Survivor: 1985 Buick LeSabre Estate
The Estate was Buick’s top-of-the-line station wagon from 1940 to 1964 and then again from 1970 to 1996. The 1977 to 1990 editions were smaller than before, thanks to downsizing for better fuel economy, but without sacrificing passenger space…. more»
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Cheap Project: 1964 Buick Riviera
In an ideal world, this 1964 Buick Riviera wouldn’t appear on Barn Finds. That would be because I had already bought it and safely squirreled it away in my workshop. However, the world isn’t ideal, allowing someone to grab… more»
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Update: Price Dropped – 1995 Buick Roadmaster Limited
UPDATE – It’s hard for me not to be a bit nostalgic about these big, roomy, smooth riding, old-school Buick Roadmasters from the 1990’s. Not only were they V8 powered, rear-wheel drive sedans and station wagons (considered by many… more»
