Skylark

Everything Works: 1968 Buick Skylark Custom Sport Coupe

It’s not surprising given its resources, but General Motors as a corporate entity was amazingly adept at differentiating its brands…until it wasn’t. In 1968, it was, and GM introduced a completely redesigned array of A-Bodies, and they all had… more»

Save The Date: 1969 Buick Skylark Custom Convertible

With the month of May comes the start of wedding season, and many of us are soon to discover that “Save the Date” cards are populating our assorted mailboxes. On the other hand, it’s rare to mark the calendar… more»

Fun Cruiser: 1971 Buick Skylark

While condition, desirability, rarity, and performance are often cited as key selection criteria when choosing a classic to park in your garage, enjoyment should not only feature on the list, but it should be at or near the top…. more»

572 Big Block! Rare 1953 Buick Skylark Restomod

Well, here’s something you don’t see every day. For one, it’s a very rare 1953 Skylark, a limited production (1,690) top-of-the-line Buick that had more of a GM Motorama custom show car look to it than your standard Buick… more»

1 of 832 Project: 1969 Buick GS Stage I

Muscle cars were all the rage in 1969, especially with mid-size automobiles. Over at General Motors, you had the Pontiac GTO, Chevy Chevelle SS, Oldsmobile 442, and Buick’s Gran Sport (or GS). The GS was the most opulent of… more»

Recently Restored: 1965 Buick Skylark Convertible

With summer fast approaching, many enthusiasts think of hitting the road behind the wheel of a classic Convertible to savor all that Mother Nature offers. Barn Finds writer Russell Glantz must harbor the same desires, spotting this beautiful 1965… more»

Mellow Yellow? 1969 Buick Skylark Convertible

One of the interesting things that I have noted regarding GM’s A-body lineup for ’69 is that the Chevrolet Chevelle/Malibu, Pontiac Tempest/LeMans, and Oldsmobile F85/Cutlass all followed a similar Fisher Body vibe in terms of overall design. The C-pillars… more»

Cheap Classic: 1967 Buick Skylark Project

The Buick Skylark began life as a luxury convertible in 1953 and 1954. In the early 1960s, it was the upscale version of the Special, a compact. By the middle of that decade, it had morphed into a mid-size… more»

Numbers-Matching Beauty: 1971 Buick Gran Sport GS-350

When your wife is ready for a new car, it’s always a practical consideration to thin your herd one vehicle, creating some quick cash and freeing up a parking space.  However, when you’re talking about a 1971 Buick Gran… more»

Upgrades Included: 1978 Buick Skylark Landau

UPDATE – This original time capsule 1978 Buick Skylark is still listed for sale after it was featured here on Barn Finds back in early December, but there has been a big drop in the asking price. The seller… more»

Trio of Buick Gran Sport Projects and Parts

The Skylark Gran Sport (or GS) joined the Buick line-up in 1965 as the GM division’s mid-size muscle car. Its pinnacle was the second generation which was in production from 1968 to 1972. The seller has accumulated three of… more»

350 V8 Transplant: 1979 Buick Skylark

The Skylark nameplate has covered a lot of different Buick products over the years. Between 1975 to 1979, it shared the same platform as the popular Chevy Nova and other divisions of General Motors. To help lower fuel consumption,… more»

1978 Buick Skylark With 2,800 Original Miles!

Some classics defy belief, especially when the vehicle features an extraordinarily low odometer reading. Such is the case with this 1978 Buick Skylark. It presents superbly, with no visible faults or issues. However, this is unsurprising, with the seller… more»

No Reserve Low-Mile 1989 Buick Skylark

With a lifespan lasting nearly 50 years for the Buick brand, the Skylark wore several different trim levels throughout the decades, with the name starting during the fifties as a high-end luxury offering.  Although the car began losing its… more»

Nailhead V8 Survivor: 1965 Buick Gran Sport Convertible

If you were looking to combine performance and creature comforts in a muscle car in the 1960s, the Buick Gran Sport was a good choice. Since Cadillac didn’t sell those kinds of automobiles, the Buick was the next best… more»

Wildcat 310 V8! 1964 Buick Skylark Convertible

In 1964, Buick, Pontiac, and Oldsmobile compacts were all promoted to mid-size status to be on par with Chevy’s new Chevelle. The Special/Skylark was Buick’s entry into that space. While a V6 engine was standard, buyers could opt for… more»

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