1987 Buick Grand National---perfect Show Car on 2040-cars
Dixon, Illinois, United States
Vehicle Title:Clear
Engine:3.8 sfi turbo
For Sale By:Private Seller
Drive Type: rear wheel drive
Make: Buick
Mileage: 15,215
Model: Grand National
Trim: coupe
I thought that I would never ever sell this car, but things change. I am selling my dream 1987 Buick Grand National that is in mint condition with only 15,215 miles on it. It is all stock except for: newer high dollar show paint, newer battery, brand new headliner, brand new floor mats, brand new valve cover gaskets, chrome turbo cover, brand new GNX/GTA rims, tires, lug nut covers, and center caps. The only reason for the base/clear paint was because the original paint was checking as all Grand Nationals did. This paint job is better than the factory paint ever was. The paint and body are a strong 9.7 out of 10, and that is being picky. The interior is a a 9.5 out of 10 only because it is not a brand new car. Never smoked in. Interior still smells new. Body has NO rust at all and never has. Everything works except for the A/C. It just needs a recharge. I have the original rims with all of the original caps and lugs. The rims even have the original tires on them still. The rims would need to be re-chromed to be in show condition. The previous owner stored them in his musty basement and they have some surface rust. The only other flaw in the whole car is the driver side window weather strip that runs diagonal and vertical has a tear in it.
My car runs, drives, shifts, and handles just like it did when it came from the factory as a new car. It is 99% stock and still has the factory 1987 exhaust system. It has never been beaten, raced, crashed, or pushed beyond its limits. It has been a show car and weekend toy its whole life. Always kept in a climate controlled garage and stored properly during the winter. Look at all of the pictures. You can take my car to your favorite car show as it sits. It is fully detailed and just waxed with Pinnacle wax (the best you can buy). If you are in the market for one of the nicest Grand Nationals under $25,000 in the country, this is it. This very rare, low mile, stock, investment quality, beauty would look incredible in your garage...wouldn't it???
Note: I still owe a few dollars on the loan that I used this car as collateral for. The title is at my local credit union, and can be easily obtained. If you have any questions or would like to see the car in person, just e-mail. Thank you for looking.
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