One of the first American marquees was Buick when it was established in 1899 by David Dunbar Buick. General Motors was established in 1908 thanks to Buicks popularity. Later, Buick became GM’s premium brand targeting the wealthy of North America. The only marquee above Buick was the upscale luxury brand Cadillac. As of today, Buick’s largest market is China, with almost 80% of sales originating from there. In 1965 Buick introduced the “Gran Sport” name for high-performance cars built by Buick. The beauty of the GS cars was that they were a perfect blend of high-performance, luxury appointments and comfort. The first GS was the Skylark in 1965, which was eventually replaced by the Gran Sport 455. A rare chance to own a magnificent piece of performance history is now at hand in the form of this 1970 Buick GS 455 convertible with 91,287 miles on the odometer and the best part being that the seller reports it to be a one owner car.
Painted in Fire Red, this 1970 Buick GS 455 convertible is a sight to behold with the combination of chrome and red. The front features a log hood with air vents and a contoured sporty design. The front of the car tapers from the sides to form a wedge in the middle of the chrome egg-crate design grille. Dual headlights are present in chrome housing. A pair of signal lights are embedded within the front chrome bumper. The front quarter of the car features the “GS 455” emblems. The rear is host to the massive chrome bumper, which has embedded taillights and the “GS” badge. The convertible top is done in a contrasting white, while the car sits on a set of OEM vintage wheels painted in silver with the Buick logo on the hubcaps. White leather is equipped for the interior. Leather was used on the seats and doors. The front leather bench seat features vertical stitching onto the patterned leather. The vintage two-spoke steering wheel is done in rubber, while behind it, you can see the various gauges in square housings.
Powering the 1970 Buick GS 455 convertible is a 455ci (7.5L) V8 engine coupled to an automatic transmission. The hood scoops function well in providing cold air to the engine’s combustion chambers. It is reported that the GS 455 has a power rating of 350hp along with 510 lb.ft of torque.
One of the first American marquees was Buick when it was established in 1899 by David Dunbar Buick. General Motors was established in 1908 thanks to Buicks popularity. Later, Buick became GM’s premium brand targeting the wealthy of North America. The only marquee above Buick was the upscale luxury brand Cadillac. As of today, Buick’s largest market is China, with almost 80% of sales originating from there. In 1965 Buick introduced the “Gran Sport” name for high-performance cars built by Buick. The beauty of the GS cars was that they were a perfect blend of high-performance, luxury appointments and comfort. The first GS was the Skylark in 1965, which was eventually replaced by the Gran Sport 455. A rare chance to own a magnificent piece of performance history is now at hand in the form of this 1970 Buick GS 455 convertible with 91,287 miles on the odometer and the best part being that the seller reports it to be a one owner car.
Over the years the General Motors brand has churned out possibly some of the most interesting cars ever made. Being the roof for many American automotive powerhouses it’s definitely hard for a singular vehicle to stand out amongst the ocean of greats. The Buick GS is one of the greats. The GS marque stood for Gran Sport and arose from Buick’s ideals of designing and producing cars which were not only fun but also luxurious as well. With Cadillac being the golden standard in terms of producing luxurious cars the Gran sport name was used since 1965 on many of Buicks models to showcase tire shredding performance with a touch of luxury. Bask In this 1971 Buick GS 455 Convertible’s monstrous performance and comfort that we have in inventory right now. Located in Illinois this car just has just 84,000 miles on the clock and reported to be mostly original and is also reported to have a nut and bolt restoration about 20 years ago with paperwork and receipts available with the current owner. This sure is a car that carries a lot of history and would definitely make you stand out.
The Buick Regal Grand National is an institution among fans of classic muscle cars. It’s a fairly standard recipe by modern standards: take an unassuming coupe and add forced induction to the engine to create bigger power figures. But back in the ’80s, turbo-powered American cars weren’t as common as you’d imagine. The Buick Regal Grand National Turbo was one of the few to harness the power of a turbo in the chassis of a muscle car coming from a V6 motor. This 1987 Buick Regal Grand National Turbo on sale is a unique custom creation featuring multiple upgrades under the hood, as well as cosmetic touches to finish off this unique build. In addition, the owner reports that this car has covered just 6,000 miles since the original engine was rebuilt.
Arguably the most famous Buick nameplate of all time, the Roadmaster name can be traced back to 1931. Representing Buick's flagship between 1946 and 1957, this particular 1947 Buick Roadmaster Convertible is a fine example of what well-heeled buyers at the time were treated to. This car is a fine time capsule with most of its original fittings, including some interesting factory features. If you buy it, you'll be buying not only a fantastic classic car but also a great investment and slice of American automotive history.
The Buick Special, a nameplate that spanned several decades, underwent numerous redesigns, including this distinctive 1956 Model 48 iteration. Crafted as a versatile full-size vehicle, the Special was offered in a variety of body styles, this instance being a 2-door sedan from its second generation. Under the stewardship of its current owner, this 1956 Buick Special Model 48 2-Door Sedan has been meticulously maintained, blending original charm with necessary modern updates for enhanced reliability. With its eye-catching finish, modernized components, and an engine that's covered just 17,980 miles since refurbishment, this vehicle stands as an enticing proposition for any classic car enthusiast.
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