This model kit features molded gas tank, interior with textured seats, realistic engine, full exhaust, detailed chassis, and opening hood. Why the buick grand national is a future collectible in the past few years, classic gms have been going for high prices at public auctions as well as private sales. In february 1982, the regal grand national debuted, which was named for the nascar winston cup grand. For people who love turbo buicks like the grand national, ttype and gnx.
The pick of the day is a 1985 buick grand national offered for sale in denver, colorado, that has just 37,529 miles on its odometer, according to the listing on. The engine topped the 190 horsepower and 240 lbsft of torque 305ci small block used in the 1984 camaro z28. Guide to buick grand national, ttype and gnx, 19781987, the gn facts and figures book. The model is named for the nascar grand national racing series, was their way of celebrating and cashing in on that success. Seats are quite comfortable and the grand national just eats up miles. Cafepress brings your passions to life with the perfect item for every occasion. The stealthy appearance of the allblack gnx and grand national and the resemblance of its grill to his helmets mouthpiece, coupled with the fact that the grand national was initially released during the popularity of star wars movies, earned it the title darth vaders car. Its not so uncommon to see a collector dish out over a million dollars to add a specific gm to their collection. What number gn do i have buick grand national ttype. Cups, buick kicked off the grand national legacy byintroducing a specially. The buick grand national and gnx made 1980s history. Buick used the rearwheel drive grand nationals basic turbo 6 logo however the 6 on the lesabre grand nationals was red instead of two tone red and yellow. Identification and descriptions by year with production figures, vin numbers and option codes, assembly codes, trim cominations and codes, price guide, exterior paint colors and codes, 231 v6 turbocharged engine construction, diagnosis, torque and hp.
Heres some other items if youre shopping for buick merch. Buick grand national laptimes, specs, performance data. Another fact is that everything the grand national had except the darth vader black paint was also on the ttype with the exception of the 87 buick gnx, so if you wanted the performance of the grand national but didnt want it in black and or preferred a much more subdued look, the ttype was the way to go. But the production number doesnt mean as much as how many are still around today. The interior is pure 1980s buick plush, with black and gray buckets.
Grand national parts and cars for sale posts facebook. Early history of the buick grand national and performance design deans garage 1987 buick grand national ttype twin turbo buick grand national. The engine in the 1984 grand national was a newly introduced 3. In the 1980s, the buick regal grand national captured muscle car enthusiasts attention with a quartermile time that beat a camaro, multiple nascar wins, and an affordable purchase price. The grand national was only intended to have 100 units but 215 were actually produced. Twentyfive years ago today, the last buick grand national came off a general motors assembly. This volume covers additional material and information not covered in volume i. Im not looking for a vin decoder, ive already done that, im looking to see if their is any way to tell which number gn mine is out of the 20,193 that came off the assembly line in 1987. Trade in for this 1987 buick grand national as one of the largest classic car dealerships in the world, we are always looking for new inventory.
Everyone remembers the grand national, but the buick regal turbo. The grand national debuted as a tough and seriously fast machine in an era when american muscle appeared to be on the demise. Our members have made this the greatest buick community online. The sleek buick grand national of the late 1980s has an enduring appeal. This is a supplement from the black air documentary.
Most vehicles of this decade have the vin at the base of the windshield on the dashboard, but not always. In terms of design, the 2018 buick grand national is expected to adopt a very impressive and different design compared to the current regal model, thanks to gms alpha platform with rearwheel drive layout. This information is taken directly from the facts and figures book, an excellent source of technical information for the turbo regals. You are bidding on one of the most beautiful 1987 grand nationals i have ever seen.
Buick performance revival started with the turbo regals, then moved to the grand national and finally the mighty gnx. The grand national was first introduced as a midyear model 198212. All orders are custom made and most ship worldwide within 24 hours. Buick grand national in movies and tv series page 12 next. Also, is there any online articles or stories about that car and the gentleman that owns it.
The 1984 buick grand national was a strong performer producing quarter mile times that outmatched all of its competitors. Theres been informational books created just for this purpose in the past. Here are some interesting facts about some great muscle cars. Why the buick grand national is a future collectible. It is the best authentic reference book with over 150 pages. Pictures dont lie, that is why i took so many of this car.
Buick grand national questions why do i get no spark from. Read on for ten fun facts about the buick grand national, the iconic 1980s coupe that singlehandedly kicked off the most recent wave of americas ongoing love affair with performance and speed. While their turbocharged sixcylinders were a less than traditional approach to making power, these cars were true american muscle cars and they remain among the most collectible american cars from the 1980s. It was merely a regal with the turbo package or a turbo regal, if you will. The production numbers, horsepower ratings and torque figures for the turbo regals and grand nationals from 1978 to 1987 are given below. This information is taken directly from the facts and figures book, an excellent source of technical. Find the 17digit vin on your buick grand national and write it down. Guide to buick grand national, ttype and gnx, 19781987, the gn facts and figures book steven i. Check the vin finder link in the resources section in order to assist you in helping locate the vin. If you are into buick grand nationals, turbo ttypes, and gnxs then this book is a must have. The 1987 buick grand national experimental gnx, took the gbody auto to new heights as one of the baddest, blackest automotive triumphs in history. Black air, the story of buicks grand national and gnx kurt ernst december 11, 2012 comment now.
Gm licensed 1984 grand national the hottest buick this side of a banked oval. Dec 01, 2011 the grand nationals interior was a perfect example of functionality coming before form which is not such a bad thing when you look at the big picture. Buick grand national my favorite car i would purchase another one. See more ideas about buick grand national, grand national and buick. I had someone tell me the other day that buick used to be a really cool car company, citing the grand national as evidence. Inspired designs on tshirts, posters, stickers, home decor, and more by independent artists and designers from around the world.
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Browse interior and exterior photos for 1987 buick grand national. Ten fun facts about the iconic buick regal grand national. The detroit autorama feb 29, 2020 is usually the seasons kickoff and the first big automotive event on the. This page was created for the people looking to buy or sell buick grand. Displaying 16 26 of 26 total results for classic buick grand national vehicles for sale. How to decode buick grand national vin numbers it still runs. Brief history for buick turbo regals and grand nationals.
Mar 05, 2009 this reduction in weight theoretically makes the turbo t faster than a grand national, and for a lower price. The grand national, turbo t, and gnx were three of the baddest performance cars you could get during the emission wars segment in auto history. Buick grand national and regal ttype muscle car club. Find the best buick regal grand national for sale near you. A celebration of the worlds most famous horse race by anne holland isbn. Shop for the perfect buick grand national gift from our wide selection of designs, or create your own personalized gifts. The rated figures were taken from the rear wheels, where all other cars are rated on an engine stand, at the flywheel. This information is taken directly from the facts and figures book an excellent source of technical information for the turbo regals. The following is a list of buick literature, magazine articles, and books i have. Everyone remembers the grand national, but the buick regal. The car wears its original black paint, original wheels with new yokohama tires, original three spoke grand national steering. Search preowned buick grand national listings to find the best local deals. Come check out our giant selection of tshirts, mugs, tote bags, stickers and more.
Does anyone know the vin number, or at least the last 5 characters, of the last grand national produced the one featured in the movie black air. A place where buick gn and ttype enthusiast can sale or request parts. Buick is planning to reintroduce the grand national, ttype and gnx nameplates. Yet, despite all the buzz the grand national created, the oftenforgotten turbot model was even lighter and faster. Luckily, ebay is home to affordable grand national listings so you can purchase your own preowned buick grand national. Results include ads from the february, 2020 issue of hemmings motor news. You are bidding on one of the most beautiful 1987 grand national s i have ever seen. Buick book a guide to buick diecast and collectibles by joey o. The buick regal grand national was one of the hottest performance cars of the dark days of the 1980s, and its performance is still very respectable even by todays standards. Real deal 68k mile grand national with tasteful mods.
The largest collection of grand national stats, facts, figures, records. By 1987, the turbocharged 231 ci v6 engine made over 245 horsepower, while a stock 305 ci v8 in an automaticequipped camaro wheezed out 190 horsepower. The buick regal ttype and grand national turbocharged machines were among the rare cars identifiable as future collectibles back when they were still available new. Buick grand national 143 used buick grand national cars. It was a twotone dark grey and light grey paint scheme, and the turbocharged engine was an option very few of these cars were built with. When i was ten years old, a neighbors friend came by with a grand national and did a burnout in the middle of the. Purchased as a collector car from day one, this 105mile grand national is the kind of referencegr. In 1981 and again in 1982, buick had won the manufacturers cup. Make the most of your time with us and plan your day with our grand national guide.
The first year buick offered the grand national was 1982. The buick regal is an upscale midsized automobile that was first introduced by buick for the. In the 1980s, the buick regal grand national captured muscle car. Unfollow buick grand national parts to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. If youre a buick car club, tr vendor company, tb community member, gn fan, etc. Volume ii includes service technical bulletins, dash cluster information, wheels, steering and trim, dealer order guides, and even window sticker information.
But the new model is expected to arrive at us dealerships floor later this year, followed by a highperformance 2018 grand national gnx sometime early next year. Buick grand national everything you need to know up to. Grand national guide to plan your day aintree racecourse. Then in 1987, the buick regal grand national, turbo t, and gnx hit the market solidifying its place in automotive history. The 198687 intercooled models have always received most of the attention, but what many dont realize is that the grand national package actually dates back to 1982 in the regal line. The first run for the grand national isnt talked about very much, one big reason being the lack of the famous turbocharged setup and a less than striking appearance. The new models will ride on gms rearwheeldrive alpha platform introduced in the cadillac ats. So, a 1987 turbo regal, without the we2, grand national or we4 turbo t option packages, really had no unique name. Every used car for sale comes with a free carfax report. Buick grand national and ttype parts for sale or wanted has 6,548 members. Grand national, gnx and ttype are returning to buick. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. As manufacturers were prone to do during the muscle car era, the grand national and gnx performance numbers were markedly underrated by buick, with official performance figures pegging the grand national at 060 mph in 6. If youre not already a member, please take a moment to sign up.
We have 9 buick regal grand national vehicles for sale that are reported accident free, 0 1owner cars, and 1 personal use cars. A few buick competitors to keep an eye on are the kia stinger. Feb 17, 2015 im aware that this thread has been done a bunch of times. About the buick grand national parts and accessories. So i always hear people talking about how rare grand nationals are and my first thought is always, they made over 30,000doesnt seem too rare to me. The buick regal grand national and gnx information page. The buick regal grand national debuted in 1982 with a naturally aspirated 4. Also included with this model kit are full color decals for that extra bit of realism. High quality buick grand national gifts and merchandise.
Unfortunately, gm has not yet revealed the official release date schedule for the 2018 buick grand national. No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you find unique and affordable options. To see ads from the march, 2020 issue, you must be a subscriber to hemmings motor news. Black air, the story of buicks grand national and gnx.
Used buick regal grand national for sale with photos. This is my 1987 buick grand national popular mechanics. Buick grand national front right pictures 1980 the car was looking for real muscle cars again especially for buyers of mid. If you find a 1987 buick grand national for sale, it will likely have either alloriginal components or a.
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