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Buick Skylark (1964)
for sale

Price: US $4,495.00

Description:

This is a great little cruiser. and there is no reserve on the auction. This is road ready for some Spring/Summer cruising with a patina look to it, or a very straight forward restoration with some paint and a new top and very light restoration in the interior and you have a really nice car and possibly flip it and make a buck. It is very complete and all original car that will need very little whether you fully restore it or just to cruise around as is, or while you restore it.
Finish -- Grade C-:
Older repaint of the original Wedgewood Blue color paint, faded, probably would buff out ok.
Body -- Grade B:
Very nice body I took photos of some rust in the rear wheel wells. Front passenger fender has some filler in the bottom of it. Solid floors. Trunk is solid but with a a hole on one side and a very poor fiberglass patch on the other as shown in photos
Trim Code info:
10C
ST 64-4367 FB 415 BDY
TR 141 HH 1 PAINT
ACC W – 2P – 4F
10C = 3rd week of October build date
64 = 1964 4367 = 2 door convertible FB = Flint Michigan
TR 141 = Blue standard bench HH 1 = Wedgewood Blue White top
W = Tinted Windshield
2P = RPO Z01 Comfort and Convenience Package
4F = RPO Z13 Comfort and Convenience Package
VIN Reads 3K1019783
3 = Buick
K = 1964
1 = Flint Michigan
019783 = sequential number
Frame -- Grade A-:
Some scale but solid with no rust or damage. Frame is straight and never damaged in an accident.
Bumpers - Grade B+
: Bumpers are straight originals with light patina.
Bright work – Grade B
: All trim is on the car. Other then some some very light patina is all original and will clean up well.
Glass Grade B+ :
All original glass in very good condition. All rubber and fuzzies are original and will need replacement.
Interior B:
Great all original interior, no rips in the original upholstery. Carpet is a little discolored but no holes or major wear spots. Great door and rear panels. Dash is clean and will just need some light cleaning and restoration. Factory AM radio works, could use a speaker.
The convertible top needs replacing, and the power top motor would not activate when I hit the switch. These are pretty easy to service and parts are readily available. Wipers work great, no turn signals but parking lights come on. No headlights when the switch is turned on, maybe the headlight switch or lamps? Fuse?
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Wheels Grade B+
: Factory correct steel wheels 14 X 6 with factory original hubcaps
Tires Grade B- :
Early bias ply tires, no weather checking, excellent tread, holds air, rolls down the road smooth, no idea on the age.
Suspension Grade OK:
Visual check, is complete with no signs of wear or damage, have not road tested other then around our parking lot.
Exhaust Grade NOT OK:
No exhaust system whatsoever, well need a new one installed.
Rear-end Grade OK
: Numbers matching original rear differential contains original open 3:08 rear-end gear.
Ignition Grade OK:
Factory original points set up, starts up easily with no misses.
Air Conditioning/Heater Grade B
: Non/A/C car, no leaks, fan works, original heater controls and work as designed. The fan motor operates and works like new.
Transmission Grade OK:
Original 2 speed Powerglide speed with factory original shifter and linkage. No leaks fluid looks clean.
Brakes Grade OK:
Power Brakes with drums all around. New Master cylinder, recently replaced.
Engine Grade A:
Original 300 V8 with 2 barrel carburetor. Complete with all original brackets and equipment, nice complete original car under the hood. Does not smoke on start up or after warmed up. No noises or knocks cold or warm. Runs smooth under acceleration. No serious leaks just some light weeping around the valve covers.
New gas tank and sending unit. Runs well!!!
Summary:
This is a great little car that needs a little if any work to have a lot of inexpensive fun with. I seriously considered just keeping it to tool around in to the beach this summer or run errands in as is. I figured I would drop the top and just leave it in the garage. Currently it needs an exhaust that would be about $200 installed.
That said it is an awesome base for a restoration that requires no real serious repair. Repaint this car and add a new top/repair the power top and some light restoration on the interior and under the hood and you have a great restored car worthy of local shows. If you are a paint and body car you have a great investment! Even if you are not, convertibles are excellent investments and hold their value well.
I have tried my best to represent this vehicle as honestly and completely as possible, however there are no warranties given or implied and this vehicle is sold as is.
Shipping is the responsibility of the Buyer
, however may I suggest two great local shippers that will help you get your car from Traverse City to anywhere in the US including to international shipping ports for international buyers. I have used both and advise you call both for a quote and problem free fast shipping.
- Advanced Motors LLC @ 231-346-3400 ask for Dimitry
- Double Time Transportation @231-929-8981
Questions. ..call me at 231-350-3491 or 231-935-3840 ask for Reggie.

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