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1971 Buick Skylark Gs Gsx Convertible 455 Th-400 Top Shelf Car! on 2040-cars

US $24,995.00
Year:1971 Mileage:9999 Color: Yellow /
 Black
Location:

Chicago, Illinois, United States

Chicago, Illinois, United States
Transmission:TH-400 Automatic
Body Type:Convertible
Engine:455
Vehicle Title:Clear
For Sale By:Owner
Make: Buick
Number of Cylinders: 8
Model: Skylark
Trim: GSX
Drive Type: RWD
Options: Convertible
Mileage: 9,999
Power Options: Air Conditioning, Power Windows
Sub Model: Skylark GS GSX
Exterior Color: Yellow
Year: 1971
Interior Color: Black
Condition: Used: A vehicle is considered used if it has been registered and issued a title. Used vehicles have had at least one previous owner. The condition of the exterior, interior and engine can vary depending on the vehicle's history. See the seller's listing for full details and description of any imperfections. ... 

JUST OUT OF PRIVATE COLLECTION

1971 Buick Skylark GS/GSX Tribute Car

Ear shaking 455 CID Engine

TH-400 Automatic Transmission

Positraction Rear End

Power Brakes (front disc)

Air Conditioning (Complete less compressor)

Power Windows

Power Top 

This car started life out as a 1971 Buick Skylark Convertible, and underwent a complete frame off restoration about 6 years ago and 5 thousand miles. The original 350 was tossed to the curb, and a completely freshened finely tuned 455 was put between the fenders. Next the original TH-350 transmission was chucked in favor of a reworked TH-400. FInally, the rear end was completely gone through drum to drum. The car is as clean underneath as it is on top. The motor fires right up and purrs like a kitten, trans engages solidly, and braking is effortless with the power disk/drum setup. The front and rear suspensions were completely rebuilt and detailed. 

The body was was massaged and blocked to perfection, followed by a finely sprayed DuPont Base coat, GSX stripes were added, and the car was layered in clear, and color sanded to a mirror finish. The paint today appears as it did when it was first layed down, with not a scratch on it. All chrome trim was replaced as well as the bumpers were triple chrome plated. 

The interior was refurbished with new seat foam, as well as fresh OEM type upholstery. The power window system was gone through and checked out. The power top works effortlessly, with a new, professionally installed convertible top with a glass rear window. 

The car has factory OEM chrome rally wheels, which show very well. The rims are wrapped in BFGoodrich radial tires, which like the rest of the car has approx 5-6000 miles on them and almost 90% tread remaining. 

Overall, the car in impeccable condition, and is 100% reliable and everything works as it should. The engine starts right up and sounds as fresh as the day it was installed. The car drives straight and is a pleasure to go anywhere in, any day, any time. 

If you have any questions about this "top shelf" professionally restored vehicle, please don't hesitate to call me at

312 622 7533

VEHICLE IS FOR SALE LOCALLY AND AUCTION IS SUBJECT TO BEING ENDED AT ANY TIME

I have full faith in the quality of this vehicle and confidence in the accuracy of it's description., unfortunately disclaimers have become a part of life these days hence the following:

Buyers are more than welcome, and even encouraged to inspect the vehicle in person BEFORE the auction ends. Do all of your homework and due diligence before the end of the auction and bid accordingly. Please do not assume andything and DO ask questions you might have in regard to this car. Please remember that this is a vehicle that is 7 years old, so even though it is in good condition physical and mechanical condition, expect some normal wear and tear. The vehicle is being sold AS IS, where is with no warranty expressed, written or implied. The seller shall not be responsible for the correct description, authenticity, genuineness, or defects herein. and makes no warranty and connection therewith. No allowance or set aside will be made on account of any defect or damafe. Any description is for identification purposes only and are not to be construed as a warranty of any type. It is the responsibility of the bidder or buyer to have inspected the vehicle, and satisfied his or herself as to the value and to bid on that judgement solely. Seller assumes no responsibiluty for any repairs regardless of any written or oral statements.



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