With its revitalized exterior dressed in its original Silver Mist
paint and paired with outstanding power that comes via a sizeable,
enhanced engine that has also been on board from the start, this
1972 Buick GS Stage 1 455 Restomod represents a skillful blending
of vintage and aftermarket components to create an unbeatable
finished result. This classic received a full rotisserie
restoration, and the results are truly impressive, leaving it with
absolutely next-level curb appeal. Its attention-grabbing paint has
a deep shine and a smooth texture, and it's accented by chrome and
brightwork that really shows nicely. This well-equipped and
thoroughly restored Buick is truly show-worthy.
The interior was brought back to top form with an eye on retaining
its stock specifications. Both the front buckets and rear bench
seat are in great shape, showing only the slightest of wear, with
door panels to each side that are in the same fresh condition. Peer
through the factory-style steering wheel and you'll find an
assembly of stock gauges in the instrument cluster that broadcast
their readings through clear lenses, pairing with a trio of
aftermarket displays to keep tabs on motoring functions. Look above
and you'll see a well-fitted headliner. Look below and you'll find
carpeting that's free of any concerning stains or other
defects.
From front to back, this visually striking cruiser has been
fortified with top-tier mechanical components to create an
exhilarating driving experience. Beneath the hood lurks a
455-cubic-inch V8 that's been enhanced with 12:1 ratio pistons and
a performance cam and is fed via a Holley 750 double pumper
carburetor. Dynamometer readings thoroughly back up this engine's
abilities, registering an impressive 450 horsepower and 537lb.-ft.
of torque at the rear wheels. Sitting behind the big block is a
5-speed manual Tremec TKO600 transmission, one of the few
transmissions capable of handling its elite output. With Global
West tubular control arms in front, adjustable upper control arms
in back and power disc brakes at all four corners, this vintage
Buick offers a refined ride, with plenty of adjustability, and it
stops as promptly as you could want.
HIGHLIGHTS
• 455-CUBIC-INCH STAGE 1 V8
• DYNAMOMETER TESTED AT 450RWHP, 537LB.-FT. TORQUE
• PERFORMANCE CAMSHAFT
• HOLLEY 750CFM DOUBLE-PUMPER CARBURETOR
• 5-SPEED MANUAL TREMEC TKO600 TRANSMISSION
• GLOBAL WEST ADJUSTABLE TUBULAR CONTROL ARMS IN FRONT
• ADJUSTABLE UPPER CONTROL ARMS IN BACK
• POSI TRACTION REAR END
• POWER STEERING
• 4-WHEEL POWER DISC BRAKES
• SHORTY HEADERS, DUAL EXHAUST WITH FLOWMASTER MUFFLERS
• DUAL ELECTRIC COOLING FANS
• FACTORY-CORRECT SILVER MIST PAINT
• FACTORY-CORRECT BLACK VINYL INTERIOR
• BUCKET SEATS
An elite combination of ultra-sharp aesthetics and smile-inducing
performance, this 1972 Buick GS Stage 1 455 Restomod cruises on a
set of 17" clean wheels with properly badged center caps, wrapped
with Continental tires. If you're looking to enhance your garage
with a classic muscle car that's been restored to very high
standards, you'll want to check this one out, for sure. Call
today!
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