Vehicle Description
1968 Buick Skylark Custom Hardtop
"The 1968 model year was one of significant changes for the Buick
Special and Skylark. All of GM's mid sized cars now used two
different length wheelbases and received all new sheet metal,
incorporating a semi fastback look and what would later be called
"Coke Bottle" siding. Federally mandated safety features included
side marker lights, shoulder belts on all built after January 1,
1968, and parking lights that illuminated with headlights. A
locking steering column with a new, rectangular ignition key became
standard on all 1969 GM cars, one year ahead of the Federal
requirement." Thxover-drive-magazine.com
For consignment, a 1968 Buick Skylark custom hardtop showing 91,969
miles, but the true miles are unknown. Newer paint and a vinyl top
cap this fantastic 1968, varying body styles including wagons,
convertibles, and four door versions. And of course, the basis for
the high performance GS models.
Exterior
Twenty exterior colors were available on the Skylark in 1968, most
of which were understated or earth toned hues popular at the time.
One such color is the Burnished Saddle brown that covers our car,
now in two stage application which accentuates the body lines and
trim. In profile, the car is dramatic with a sweeping trim piece
that flows downward from the fender, meets trim on the fender skirt
which continues to the back over the rocker panel. The rear windows
come to a point and are framed by the tan vinyl top that covers the
C-pillar. A trio of ornamental fender trim pieces sit low while the
Buick tri-shield tops the rear side marker light. Out back,
stainless runs in tandem down the middle of the decklid leading to
a large chrome bumper that seamlessly absorbs the taillights.
14-inch Buick Rally wheels add some sportiness to this common
commuter and along with the rest of the metal trim, are in great
shape, although we note the rim of one wheel is dented.
Imperfections include bubbling in the paint, touched up chips, and
chipping paint in a seam.
Interior
Handsome door panels are configured with ivory inserts framed in
saddle vinyl on top which connects with the gold carpeted kick
panels below, and separate window cranks are available for both the
vent window and the main window. The split bench takes on the same
matching colors with ivory vinyl panels bordered by saddle sides
and piping, mirrored in the back, and both in immaculate condition.
A wood rimmed steering wheel with polished spokes and a Buick
shield fronts a horizontal speedometer over an aluminum panel
holding thumb wheel adjustments for wipers, washer, and the A/C.
Other than some fading to the black plastic framing, the dash is in
great shape. Recessed in a center cove is an aftermarket head unit
with AM/FM/CD. The brownish gold loop carpet is protected by
vintage style rubber mats and the ivory, perforated headliner above
is also clean. The trunk wears a fitted plaid mat and matching
material covers the spare.
Drivetrain
Under the hood is a clean 350ci V8, rated at 230 horsepower and fed
fuel via a Holley 4-barrel carburetor. An ST300 backs it up as a
2-speed automatic and sends power to the 10 bolt out rear with 2.56
gears Power brakes are supplied and fluid goes to discs in front
and drums in the back.
Undercarriage
Relatively clean underneath showing some typical patina and surface
rust that first shows up on the Hooker headers on board. The dual
exhaust leads to TotalFlow stainless mufflers and eventually chrome
tips out back, one extending under the bumper and the other set
further back. There's some residual oil on the pan and rear
differential and some sling from the U-joint, but the knuckles are
clear and floorboards are clean. Suspension layout is coil springs
up front and a 4 link with coil spring in back.
Drive-Ability
This is not your grandmother's Skylark and that's first apparent
when we turn the key. The headers throw some soundwaves down twin
pipes and mufflers do a nice job of turning those notes. Decent
power is delivered by the 350 and the 2 speed keeps the revs up and
the car pushes forward with straight tracking, decent handling, and
power assisted stops. We note the A/C not working, the gas gauge
doesn't register, and the shift selector doesn't move when gears
are selected. Beyond these things, all other functions worked as
they should. While Classic Auto Mall represents that these
functions were working at the time of our test drive, we cannot
guarantee these functions will be working at the time of your
purchase.
Beautiful lines, great color, and a handsome interior, this Buick
is ready for show! It's stately and sporty at the same time and
this well sorted car is your pass into the Buick Club of America,
founded just two years before this car was produced! For some of
us, it was never a Ford vs. Chevy question. If Dad was a Buick man,
Buick runs in your veins. Now is the time to put one in your
stable.
444378B108995
4-Buick
44-Skylark Custom
37-2 Door Hardtop Sport Coupe
8-1968
B-Baltimore, MD Assy Plant
108995-Sequential Unit Number
TRIM TAG
11A-1st Week November
ST 68 44437-1968 Skylark Custom 2 Door Hardtop Sport Coupe
BODY BAL0224-Baltimore Body #
TR 133B-Gold Vinyl
PAINT M7-Burnished Saddle, Tan Vinyl Roof
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Pennsylvania, just 1-hour west of Philadelphia off Exit 298 of the
I-76 Pennsylvania Turnpike. For more information visit
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There is no guarantee of mileage. A $299 Dealer Administrative fee
is not included in the advertised price.
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