Engineers from GM's Buick Division conceived the Buick T-Type/Grand
National in 1982 to commemorate Buick's success in the NASCAR. Only
about 200 Buick T-Types were produced in 1982, but the public
grabbed them up. Buick knew they were onto something and
full-production of the T-Type/Grand National began in 1984. The
1987 Grand National was everything that Buick could design into
their muscle car creation, as it was to be the final year for the
Buick Regal model. Many performance and chassis components were
upgraded to send the Grand National out in style.
The owner of this '87 Buick Grand National (29 years) states that
the mileage shown, 20,700, is actual and has furnished the original
window sticker with the car. He has taken exemplary care of this
unique classic, but also added some serious performance upgrades of
his own to create a powerful, yet manageable street machine. The
owner states that he has never run the car at a drag strip, but has
shamed more than a few Corvettes at local stoplights. Receipts and
records for upgrades to the Buick are included with the car. The
original Black finish (code 19U - only GN color) is in very, very
nice condition. Dual sport mirrors and subtle visual accents front
and rear truly impact the overall appearance of the coupe. Sumitumo
(f) and BFGoodrich� performance radials are mounted on Buick GNX
chrome/black wire alloys and give the GN a very serious look
(factory GN wheels/tires included). The interior is in virtually
original condition. Features include comfortable grey/black cloth
reclining bucket seats w/logos, air conditioning, Delco
AM/FM/cassette stereo, power tinted windows, sunroof, power locks,
cruise and tilt wheel. The GN option adds a full gauge package and
center console w/floor mounted shifter.
The Buick Grand National is a comfortable ride, but the GN is
really all about performance. The '87 GN 3.8L V6 was equipped with
a Garrett TBO348 turbo that provided up to 12psi of boost and
produced 245bhp and 355ft/lb of torque. Our owner has replaced this
relatively small original turbo unit with an upgraded turbo
package, Burton intercooler and Siemens Deka IV injectors (7). A
MAFT Pro tuner chip has been added as well as custom air
intake/exhaust systems. JE Billet Racing pistons have been fitted
to cylinders that were 'clean-up' bored. Champion GN-1 14-bolt
aluminum heads were installed along with a head bolt stud kit and
1.55 roller rocker/valve spring upgrade package. A main-cap girdle
was also fitted to the bottom end. We do not have a dyno-sheet, but
this 3.8 is a well-designed beast. It is backed by GM 200-R4
automatic transmission w/3200-3400 stall XHD lockup convertor (10")
and positraction rear end fitted with a heavy-duty carrier and
3.70:1 gearing. The entire undercarriage is nicely detailed and
very solid. Steering is power-assisted and power disc/drum drums
provide plenty of stopping power. Both front/rear suspensions are
coil springs w/heavy-duty sway bars and shocks. This '87 Buick
Grand National will be a serious upgrade to your GM garage. ALL
VEHICLES SOLD "AS IS".
Vehicle Details
1987 Buick Grand National
Listing ID:CC-1612241
Price:$63,995
Location:Concord, North Carolina
Year:1987
Make:Buick
Model:Grand National
Exterior Color:Black
Interior Color:Black & Gray
Odometer:20682
Stock Number:3264
VIN:1G4GJ1179HP450578
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