Having spent little time studying the 1970 Riviera until now, two things strike me regarding its design: first, the front resembles the prior generation Skylark that ended in 1969, and second, it clearly shows design cues from the First… more»
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3 Names 3 Countries: 1978 Buick Opel by Isuzu
I know a few people with three names but I can’t think of too many cars with three names, or at least three separate companies in three different countries! This 1978 Buick Opel by Isuzu is listed on eBay… more»
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Deuce And A Quarter: 1965 Buick Electra 225
Big V8-powered luxury cars were a specialty of American car makers and the 1960s stand out for me as being an era of crisp, big-but-not-overly-bloated cars with plenty of power before regulations and gas crisis after gas crisis hit… more»
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455 V8 Sleeper: 1969 Buick Sportwagon
I’m not a huge fan of sales ads with the cars still being on the trailer. At least, if you say that it runs great, take it off of the trailer, take more than six photos, and then put… more»
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Mystery Machine – 1929 Buick Model 44 Roadster
Looking like it was ridden hard and put away wet, this 1929 Buick Model 44 Rumble Seat Roadster needs a new owner to refurbish or restore it to the status of “automobile.” Thanks to reader Matt W who spotted… more»
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Like New 1987 Buick Grand Nationals Up For Grabs!
Back in April of 2017, I wrote about this pair of like new Buick Grand Nationals that were discovered in the original owner’s garage. At that time, the pair had been listed for sale on Facebook with an asking… more»
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Last Of The Family Wagons: 1995 Buick Roadmaster
Here is your chance to own one of the last America full-size wagons produced! This 1995 Buick Roadmaster wagon was produced one year prior to the final year for these wagons. Have you driven an older Buick? To me,… more»
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Rare Two-Tone Turbo: 1985 Buick WH1
Most of us know the Buick Grand National, the all-black turbo screamer. Think of this 1985 Buick WH1 turbo as a Grand National without the Batman cape. This example is listed on eBay with no reserve and bids just… more»
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Bunker Find! 1969 Buick Riviera
Having lived in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania for eight years, I can’t help but hear the classic Pittsburgh accent as I relate details of this 1969 Buick Riviera, located in a bunker-like garage in nearby Bridgeville. This Azure Blue classic awaits… more»
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Cadillac Drag: 1996 Buick Roadmaster Wagon
Often dreamed of, rarely seen, here’s a mythical creature come to life—a Cadillac Fleetwood station wagon! What may seem like a simple front clip swap might not be as simple as it seems, but lo and behold, someone’s done… more»
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100 Years Later: 1918 Buick Touring-Car
In 1918, Ford was still building the Model T and would continue building them for another 8 years. The first world war also ended in 1918. One hundred years ago, most people still didn’t have electricity in their homes and… more»
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The Last Dinosaur! 1996 Buick Roadmaster Wagon
One morning, eons ago, the last dinosaur woke up, feeling queasy, nibbled on some tender vegetation, gasped, and keeled over with a tectonic thud. Similarly the Chevrolet and Buick full-size wagons, last of the V8-powered, rear-wheel-drive wagons that defined… more»
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Gran Sport Grocery Getter: 1971 Buick Sport Wagon
First things first—no, this isn’t a real GS wagon; there’s no such thing. But, as the ad text says, it is one “really cool wagon!” This ’71 Buick Sport Wagon has gotten a little extra flair added on over… more»
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Original Wood: 1951 Buick Series 50 Dyna Flow Estate
The relationship between lumber and automobiles is a romance that began in the early part of the 20 century. As the automobile improved and grew, wood went from being utilitarian, to a deluxe trim feature like what you can… more»
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Big Risks And Big Rewards: 1941 Buick Super Convertible
One of the concerns that is frequently discussed here on Barn Finds is “being able to get out” of a vehicle. This means that when you add up the initial price, parts, and labor, will you have a car… more»
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Out Of The Rut! 1964 Buick Wildcat
Scream “Wildcat!” and people picture something untamed, dangerous, and unpredictable, words rarely conjured in response to hearing “Buick,” however Buick intentionally courted the responsible and upwardly mobile driver with a wild side. Still waters run deep. Reader Matt W…. more»
