Skylark

Rare Classic On Craigslist: 1953 Buick Skylark

Every marque has its special cars that collectors covet above all others.  One of Buick’s most collectible cars was the 1953 Skylark.  Amazingly, one of these limited production Buicks built to celebrate Buick’s 50th anniversary has emerged from, you… more»

Rebuilt 300 V8: 1967 Buick Skylark

The Skylark enjoyed an impressive 46-year run at Buick, encompassing six generations, usually at the top of the GM division’s mid-size food chain. It was named after a species of bird called the “skylark.” As the upscale version of… more»

41k Mile Survivor: 1992 Buick Skylark GS

The Skylark nameplate was a staple in the Buick lineup from the 1950s to the 1990s. Its sixth and final generation debuted in 1992, continuing as a front-wheel-drive compact with interesting “new age” styling that was a departure from… more»

401/4-Speed: 1966 Buick Skylark Gran Sport

When an enthusiast is contemplating spending their hard-earned cash on a classic car, there are many factors to consider. Although price, condition, and desirability sit at the top of the list, potential buyers should never discount a long-term ownership… more»

One Owner Survivor: 1969 Buick Skylark

We often see classics from the 1960s and 1970s that are one-owner survivors, but this 1969 Buick Skylark caught my eye. It isn’t simply the sole owner factor that made me take notice. It is the fact that the… more»

Parts Car Included: 1963 Buick Skylark Convertible

The owner of this 1963 Buick Skylark was out for a spot of top-down touring in early 2020 when the vehicle ground to a halt with no warning. They dropped five gallons in the tank, thinking it was out… more»

455-Equipped: 1972 Buick Skylark

In 1972, the most powerful Buick Skylark featured a 350ci V8 and mediocre performance. Those craving more could order a GS 455, and while it offered significant performance improvements, these came at a premium that some buyers couldn’t afford… more»

Rare Drop-Top: 1954 Buick Series 100 Skylark Convertible

There’s no disputing the rarity of the 1954 Buick Series 100 Skylark Convertible. The company built a mere 836 examples during that model year, and the owner of this car claims that it is 1-of-127 known to remain in… more»

Former Magazine Cover Car: 1953 Buick Skylark Custom

The 1953 Buick Skylark was a rare bird to begin with, with a total of only 1640 units produced for the model year. After nearly 70 years of attrition, nicely restored examples are now selling for over $100k. Owners… more»

Factory Custom Convertible! 1953 Buick Skylark

Not everyone celebrates their 50th birthday, but Buick sure did, and this 1953 Buick Skylark headlined the party. Instead of making a single pie-in-the-sky show car for the occasion, Buick customized nearly 2000 of these classy convertibles, elevating the… more»

350 V8 Survivor: 1972 Buick Skylark

As a mid-size automobile, the Buick Skylark was produced over two generations from 1964-72. It was usually a top-seller for the GM division and was trimmed similarly to Oldsmobile’s Cutlass and Cutlass Supreme. The 1970-72 “notchback” editions are some… more»

3-Seat Survivor: 1969 Buick Sport Wagon

The Sport Wagon was often overshadowed by Oldsmobile’s equivalent, the Vista Cruiser. Both had a raised roof with extra glass and skylights over the cargo and second seat area. They were produced over three generations (1967-72), although the later… more»

Vista Cruiser’s Cousin: 1969 Buick Sport Wagon

The Sport Wagon was Buick’s version of the Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser which featured a raised roof and skylights over the cargo and second seat area. It was produced over three generations between 1964-72, but the last two years had… more»

Rare Bird: 1939 Hupmobile Skylark Prototype

While there are cars that are inextricably tied to the last days of a company, there is only one model that I know of that played a role in the end of three. This 1939 Hupmobile Skylark is located… more»

455 V8 Survivor: 1970 Buick Skylark GS

The Gran Sport (GS) was the high-performance side of Buick since 1965 and is most often associated with the mid-size Skylark models. Since Cadillac didn’t produce a muscle car, the Buick GS was the most beautifully equipped GM sport… more»

49k Original Miles: 1965 Buick Skylark Convertible.

We might be heading into the cooler months, but there are still some great opportunities to enjoy some top-down touring in a classic convertible for a few lucky individuals. There are few feelings finer than to slip behind the… more»