Vehicle Description
1986 Buick Grand National
People were beginning to take notice of the Grand National. The
1986 Buick Grand National was the third production year for the car
and Buick made some significant upgrades to the 3.8 liter V6 Turbo
engine. The Buick Turbo Engine Group developed an intercooler and a
sequential port fuel injection system that noticeably increased
both the horsepower and the torque of the Grand National. The 1984
and 1985 Grand National both produced 200 horsepower and 300 lbs-ft
of torque. The upgraded engine produced 235 horsepower and 330
lbs-ft of torque. These increases had a significant impact on
performance. Quarter mile times were under fourteen seconds and
zero to sixty times of less than five seconds were recorded. The
Grand National was faster than the 1986 Corvette, 1986 Camaro, 1986
Firebird and the 1986 Mustang GT. The car was almost two seconds
faster than its corporate cousin, Monte Carlo SS, in the quarter
mile. It was the fastest production car made in America in 1986.
Customers began to take notice and sales more than doubled to
5,512. More Grand Nationals were built in 1986 than were built in
1984 and 1985 combined.
While most of the Grand National Buicks were wrapped up in plastic,
hardly ever driven and tucked safely away in a garage, every now
and again we find an example that was used exactly how these cars
were meant to be. This is one of those cars, yes it has higher
miles on the odometer, but it is an all stock 1 owner example now
gracing our Hallowed Halls. Wearing a 20+ year old single repaint,
crack free filler panels, is a great runner, looking showroom new
under the hood and a nearly pristine undercarriage. Have a closer
look and fall in love with the dark knight.
Exterior
Draped in a miles deep application of 20 year old plus full tuxedo
black, (just black according to Buick), repaint attire, this
straight steel paneled and all blackened chrome trim example brings
the word menacing to mind. We note the chrome badging has been left
off the car, but fret not as our consignor is including them with
your purchase. Nary a stone chip or scratch can be found on this
miles deep black sea of darkness and cchip guard paint has been
applied to the lower part of the body by the factory to prevent
errant stones from marring this black beauty. A small spoiler hangs
atop the trunk lid and blends into the sea of black. No T-tops or
sunroof to break up the flawless paint on the roof and the font
cowlings, air dam, and small turbo bulge on the hood just give a
hint to the car's wonderful power. 15-inch chrome and black factory
Grand National wheels adorn all 4 corners and are wearing the
correct size 215/65R15 BF Goodrich Radial T/A tires. Factory light
window tinting shows well on all glass except for the windshield
and is in great condition. Evil draped in the guise of luxury!
Interior
Overall very clean stitched tuck and roll cloth is seen on the
power drivers bucket and manual passenger seat. Gray and black
Pallex cloth covers these seats with gray in the center and black
on the bolsters and we note a small seam separation in the slightly
discolored driver's lower cushion. This pattern holds true for the
back bench as well. Framing this interior are two long swinging
doors that allow access to the front and back of the passenger
compartment. These are paneled with gray tuck and roll fabric, a
mid section of molded plastic to house the door handle and arm rest
as well as a toggle mirror, power locks and power windows. The
bottom of the door is bounded by black carpet which is carried
throughout all the floors in this car which has very clean black
carpet as well. A quintessential mid 80's square and rectangle dash
is housing essential gauges and is very clean. The center console
houses the factory floor shifter and alike new gray steering wheel
sits at the end of the column and begs for you to become one with
the car.
Drivetrain
A correct 3.8 liter intercooled turbocharged V6 is under the hood
and is coming to us in stock form. This mill has electronic fuel
injection, and a numbers matching 200R4 4-speed automatic
transmission bolted to the back. Noted also is a 10-bolt 8.5" 3.42
posi rear in the back to put power to the ground. Under the hood is
showing a light patina and some minor dust all the while being
fitted with power brakes, power steering, air conditioning, and a
bevy of intercooler piping to feed this wolf in sheep's
clothing
Undercarriage
One would not venture a guess that this car has traversed over
100,000 miles in its day by looking at the cleanliness of the
underside. It's very clear that this car has been babied. garaged,
and carefully driven. The stock style dual exhaust system hangs
below to send spent gasses to the rear of the car and the framing
and flooring comes to us is the factory black undercoating with
only light surface rust on the usual suspects. Independent coil
spring suspension with power disc brakes is on the front and a 4
link with coil springs and power drums are on the rear and we note
a new fuel tank has been installed as well as new brake lines.
Drive-Ability
As you would expect, this car started immediately, and idled
smoothly. Put it into drive and you can accelerate very smoothly up
to power and speed. The car rode nicely and handled well, the A/C
blew cold, and everything worked on the power conveniences front.
The seats were ultra-comfortable and clean and my partner in crime
and muscle car aficionado split driving duties with this car sowe
could both get a piece of the turbocharged action. The power is
amazing and this black beauty will give some new era muscle cars a
run for the money!
Most examples of these cars have been shredded by a previous owner,
or just plain used up. Quite the contrary on this 1 owner car, well
maintained, a beautiful driver and appearing nearly showroom new.
Add this menacing evil ride to your stable and travel back to
1986!
1G4GK4773GP451133
1-USA
G-General Motors
4-Buick
G-G Body
K-Regal T-Type
47-2 Door Hardtop
7-LC2 3.8L V6 Turbo 245hp
3-Check Digit
G-1986
P-Pontiac, MI Assy Plant
451133-Sequential Unit Number
Classic Auto Mall is a 336,000-square foot classic and special
interest automobile showroom, featuring over 850 vehicles for sale
with showroom space for up to 1,000 vehicles. Also, a 400 vehicle
barn find collection is on display. This vehicle is located in our
showroom in Morgantown, Pennsylvania, conveniently located just
1-hour west of Philadelphia on the I-76 Pennsylvania Turnpike. The
website is www.classicautomall.com and our phone number is (888)
227-0914. Please contact us anytime for more information or to come
see the vehicle in person.
