Vehicle Description
Buicks don't seem to get the same respect their Pontiac and Chevy
cousins do, but that means that cars like this 1969 Buick Skylark
Custom convertible offer incredible bang-for-your-buck
opportunities not found almost anywhere else in the classic car
world. Offering great 350 V8 performance, great choice options, and
awesome A-body styling, this gorgeous droptop Skylark makes you
wonder why anyone would ever pay a premium for a Chevelle or
GTO.
In truth, this is a clean, honest driver-quality convertible. It
isn't a show car, it isn't a rest-mod, and isn't trying to be a GS
Stage 1 clone. Instead, it's been faithfully restored, and properly
maintained its entire life, and because of that it looks great
today. It's obviously been repainted (the original color was a
rather bland Code 61 Burnished Brown Poly), and we absolutely love
the classic look of the dark red finish that covers this Buick's
bodywork today. It's a top driver quality finish, smooth to the
touch with only minor imperfections to speak of here and there, and
the bodywork shows off straight body line, exacting gaps, and clean
panel alignment. It's obvious this droptop has always been
well-cared for, and when it was put back together it was done
right. This sucker fits together really well, which can be uncommon
for a classic convertible, and the great shine coming off the
uniform red paint gives this Skylark Custom off-the-carts curb
appeal. The sharp, swooping crease on the profiles is a Skylark
trademark, and between the streamlined front fenders and tall rear
quarters, this is a very dramatic design. There's not a ton of
brightwork and chrome, but what is in place shines up brightly
against the red finish, including the front grille, the hood trim,
fender gills, wheel arch moldings, and imposing bumper front and
rear. Every square inch of this Buick is interesting to look at,
which is precisely why we love it so much.
The black interior is factory-spec and in very good condition,
further proof of this car's comfortable life. Black pleated seat
covers on both the front and rear benches, matching door panels,
and even the plush carpets are clean and proper for the 1969
vintage, showing only very minor wear and signs of use. A
thick-rimmed, 3-spoke steering wheel at the helm gives the
conservative dash a sporty look and feel, and it's joined on the
column with the shifter for the automatic transmission below.
There's a wide set of factory gauges in the factory bezel ahead,
and they cover the basics, while a newer black dash pad up top
matches the rest of the car's upholstery. Factory air conditioning
was ordered when this car was new, although it needs service to
once again be fully operational (it's only blowing cool at the
moment), but other than that this Buick is fairly bare bones -
manual windows and locks, and there's not a stereo currently in
place. The black convertible top is in great shape and features a
glass rear window, and it seals the cabin up nicely from the
outside elements. Out back, the spacious trunk was finished off
with bright red carpets for a clean, albeit contrasting look.
Buick's own 350 cubic inch V8 provides big torque from a small
package and a unique sound that's music to Buick lovers' ears. The
block is dripping in chrome and polished bits, including chrome
valve covers, a matching Holley air cleaner, steel-braided lines,
and a big 4-barrel carburetor atop a polished aluminum intake.
Other upgrades include an MSD distributor and ignition system, a
chromed alternator, power steering and power brakes, and long-tube
headers that feed into a true dual exhaust system below with
glasspack-style mufflers. A TH350 3-speed automatic transmission
powers the original 10-bolt rear end, and just a single glance at
the underside of this car is all the proof you'll need of its
excellent condition. Bright red floorpans are solid as can be, the
axles and suspension parts ere painted and detailed to show off,
and even the gas tank looks newer. Ever-classic American Racing
'Old Style' Torque Thrust wheels are fitted with 205/65/15
blackwall radials, so it's ready to cruise and look good doing
so.
This Skylark Custom offers lots of top-down fun for a fraction of
the price of the other guys, and the performance will likely
surprise you. Become a Buick fan and take this one for a drive.
Call now!
