The Skylark was a Buick staple for 46 model years, though not all strung together. For most of its run, it functioned as a mid-size product, including this 1971 convertible from the second generation (1968 to 1972). This drop-top… more»
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Big And Bold: 1995 Buick Roadmaster Estate
Buick revived the Roadmaster nameplate in 1991 and applied it to their biggest cars since the mid-1970s. The Roadmaster, only available as a sedan and wagon, was based on the Chevy Caprice of the same vintage and was perhaps… more»
Peking to Paris! 1941 Buick Super 8 Drop-Top
This 1941 Buick Super 8 convertible completed a trip that most cars would be envious of. It participated in a repeat of the fabled Peking to Paris Motor Challenge that first began in 1907. As best we can tell,… more»
WE4 Package: 1987 Buick Regal Turbo
We all know and love (well, most of us) the Buick Grand National for its impressive performance and 80s-era charm. The trouble is, the prices for high-quality examples has spiked dramatically in recent years, and thanks to GM’s marketing… more»
Two-Owner Survivor: 1986 Buick Grand National
We see a few examples of the 1986 Buick Grand National at Barn Finds, which is understandable considering how popular these classics are. Some are extraordinarily well-preserved vehicles with ultra-low odometer readings, while others are tired examples that have… more»
Original 1973 Buick Centurion 455 Convertible
The Centurion is one of those Buick names that doesn’t really seem to get widespread attention, and that’s probably due in part to its short production span, which lasted only from 1971 to 1973. The car was a mid-level… more»
Spotless Survivor: 1996 Buick Roadmaster Estate
I am a late convert to the world of the Station Wagon. I had always believed owners purchased them out of necessity and not by choice. How wrong I was! I received one as a company car, and only… more»
Stored for 20 Years: 1970 Buick LaSabre Convertible
Many traditional Convertibles force owners to compromise due to their relatively compact dimensions. However, full-size models like the 1970 Buick LeSabre offer enough space for a growing family wishing to indulge in a wind-in-the-hair motoring experience. This classic recently… more»
Sold By Buick! 1974 Opel Manta 1900
Opel Automobile GmbH (a German division of General Motors at one time) built the Manta across two generations from 1970 to 1988. It was a rear-wheel-drive sports coupe that was sold as the Manta 1900 in the U.S. by… more»
12k Mile Survivor: 1986 Buick T-Type Turbo
In the 1980s, Buick offered several performance variants of its mid-size Regal coupe. Specific to 1986, the Grand National overshadowed the T-Type by nearly 3 to 1 in production (5,512 copies vs. 1,921). These cars had turbocharged V6 engines… more»
Rock-Solid Survivor: 1970 Buick Riviera
Compromising can be challenging, especially for an enthusiast searching for a classic car. They often need to trade off luxury for performance or vice versa. That isn’t the case with this 1970 Buick Riviera. It features enough luxury appointments… more»
Nine Passenger 1985 Buick LeSabre Estate Wagon
Are we there yet? We can imagine kids in a chorus of impatience – anxious for their arrival at the next fun destination – park, campground, grandma’s place. Replay those days in style with this 1985 Buick LeSabre Estate… more»
Original Drivetrain Included: 1971 Buick Skylark GS 455
Muscle car sales were waning by the start of the 1970s, but that didn’t discourage manufacturers like Buick from taking a serious swing at performance models. Its GS 400 had served it faithfully for 1968 and 1969, but it… more»
1987 Buick GNX With 3,977 Original Miles
Certain classic cars will ignite debate as some readers question why they enjoy enormous popularity. Experience demonstrates that the 1987 Buick GNX is one such car, with the discussion often raging about why they command six-figure values. There is… more»
20k Mile Highly-Optioned 1987 Buick Grand National
If push came to shove and I was forced to choose a favorite classic from every decade to park in my garage, the winning candidate from the 1980s would be a no-brainer. I would pick the 1987 Buick Grand… more»
Ready to Roll: 1946 Buick Super Sedanet
Buick’s well-selling Super line was introduced in 1940 and generally combined – with a few idiosyncratic exceptions throughout its production – the full-sized Roadmaster body with the economy engine of the Special. The first post-war restyle in 1946 brought… more»
















