INTRODUCTION: Just 14,942 actual miles on this extraordinary
Stage-1! Widely regarded as one of the best preserved survivor
Stage-1s in existence. This is, in my opinion, one of the best
survivor muscle cars period! Special ordered in highly desirable
black, it is loaded with an impressive list of features, all
documented by the original window sticker and factory order form.
Do you know what the fastest car in 1972 was? You guessed it- the
1972 Stage-1!
EXTERIOR: It is extraordinary that this car presents so sharply
while remaining all original. It is absolutely rust free, retaining
its original body panels, which are straight, undamaged, and fit
exceptionally well. It is also claimed to wear its original paint
and you would have to look very closely to find even the slightest
imperfection. The black was a special order color costing $113
extra. It shows beautifully. All of the chrome and trim is bright,
straight, and in excellent condition. The original vinyl top
remains in outstanding shape. Even the original windshield is
crystal clear, along with the rest of the glass. Some unique
features include the ram air hood, red stripes on the rockers
(unique to 455s), optional sport mirrors and the N25 rear bumper
exhaust cutouts. It sits proudly on 15x7 chrome Buick mag wheels
wrapped in Goodyear Polyglas GT tires, giving it an unmistakably
period correct stance.
INTERIOR: It is nothing short of amazing! This is a true survivor,
with what appears to be all original from the carpet to the
headliner, and it presents like new. There is virtually no visible
wear, tear, or aging anywhere inside the cabin. It is optioned out
with the desirable deluxe interior package, featuring notchback
bucket seat with a center armrest, a deluxe steering wheel, factory
gauges, and a tachometer. It also includes the factory AM/FM radio
along with an 8-track player for the full period correct
experience. The deluxe steering wheel shows no signs of wear, the
ashtray is spotless, and the cigarette lighter looks like it may
have only been used a couple of times. Even the original floor mats
are still looking good. Interiors this original and this well
preserved are exceptionally hard to find!
ENGINE COMPARTMENT: Under the hood lies the torque monster 455
Stage 1 engine, original to the car and never removed. It retains
its original components, including the manifolds, carburetor,
distributor, and more. Stage-1 models were uniquely dressed with
chrome valve covers, and this one's Ram Air system is complete,
right down to the heat riser tube. Additional features include
power steering and power brakes. It appears to retain the original
brake booster, with remnants of the factory tag and original paint
markings still visible. The engine compartment presents as a very
clean, well preserved original space that has been properly
maintained as needed.
TRUNK COMPARTMENT: I'm going to geek out over this true time
capsule trunk compartment! Under the trunk lid and in the jambs,
you'll find clean original black paint with factory seams still
visible, along with the original decal still in place. Even the
weatherstrip is the original, complete with the position indicator
marking at the top. Inside is something rarely seen today-
authentic factory applied spatter finish paint, not from a spray
can, and it remains in remarkably good condition. It also includes
an original Buick GS mag wheel and tire, along with the correct
jack assembly. This is exactly how it would have looked back in
1972.
UNDERSIDE: Underneath, this car is exceptionally well preserved and
has been properly maintained as needed over the years. The metal
floors, braces, rockers, frame, and chassis components are
completely rust-free, dry, metal throughout. It is equipped with
the desirable Rallye suspension package, which includes front and
rear sway bars, boxed rear control arms, and upgraded handling
characteristics. The shocks have been replaced as part of regular
maintenance. It is also believed to retain its original dual
exhaust system, exiting properly through the rear bumper for that
unmistakable factory Stage 1 look. The brake system has been
maintained, featuring front disc brakes, and the emergency brake
remains hooked up and functional. The fuel system is also in
excellent condition. Looking up at the engine, details remain
impressively authentic, including an AC Delco oil filter and the
correct original starter. Backing the engine is the legendary Turbo
400 BB transmission, used exclusively in Stage 1 models. This
transmission is original to the car and VIN-matching. Out back, the
original rear end still carries its desirable 3.42 Posi gears,
completing an original drivetrain.
SERVICE: We take pride in our cars and reputation. Therefore, we
built a 2 million dollar, 10,000 square ft service center, and
hired a team of technicians to service the essentials on every car
we sell.
CONCLUSION: You may have heard this before: "You can restore cars
as many times as you want, you can never make them original again."
This is truly a rare opportunity to buy a highly desirable muscle
car in remarkably fantastic survivor condition. Don't regret it
later, contact sales today!
Vehicles are displayed in a museum setting. Admission applies
without an appointment and is refunded with purchase, including a
one-year museum membership.
815 385 3644 9-5 central
[email protected] Answered ASAP
Stage-1 performance
Power disc brakes
Power steering
Rallye suspension
3.42 posi
Deluxe interior
Factory gauges
Factory tachometer
Deluxe wheel
Am-Fm stereo
8-track player
Speed alert
Convenience group
Floor mats
Special order color
Through bumper exhaust
Vinyl top
Sport mirrors
15" GS wheels
Original order form
Original window sticker
