Buick Horsepower

1970 GS 455 Convertible – $59,900

Wayne — Thu, 05 Jan 2012 20:16:11 +0000

Original numbers matching engine and transmission, special order Riviera stratomist blue paint (only 13 of the 1970 GS convertibles built in this color ) full option car with power windows, door locks, power bucket seat, a/c, tilt wheel, etc. One owner last 25 years, always garaged kept. Hard to find like this! $59,900.

1971 GS Stage 1 – $49,500.00

Wayne — Wed, 01 Jun 2011 01:02:07 +0000

This stunning GS Stage 1 was an invite to the 4^th annual Hemming’s Concours D’Elegance show at Stratton Mountain in July 2010.

The current owner has dictated 3 pages of info for me to share with you on what he did to it! It has power windows, cruise control, power drivers seat (which is quite rare!), power disc brakes and AC charged with R-12.

Front End: All redone. Ball joints, upper control arms, bushings, and alignment.

Brakes: Calipers, rotors, pads, drum shoes, hardware, steel brake lines front to rear, new e-brake cable, and equalizer.

Fuel System: New Stage 1 fuel pump, new rubber & steel lines, pump tp tank replaced, correct carb rebuilt & reconditioned.

Exhaust: N25 Type with Factory correct hangers for the N25 tips, all new front pipes , mufflers, and tail pipes.

Transmission: Complete rebuild to “BB” code Turbo 400 specs with correct detail/color and with AMSOIL fluids, and

new cooler lines.

Driveshaft: New NOS u-joints.

Differential: All torque specs checked- new cover gasket and AMSOIL fluids.

Engine: New 4 core radiator, NOS shroud with 6 blade fan and new clutch, new water pump, timing chain and gears, cam shaft, lifters, pushrods, and rocker shafts.

Engine Compartment: 99% original!

Correct color booster, OE sticker on Sterring Box Cover, Correct OE decals, AC cleaner, emissions etc.

Interior: Repair & upgrade AM/FM radio with under dash factory 8 track “OE”, front Pearl White bucket seat upholstery, gauge package/oil/temp/fuel and 24 hr clock, maplight & remote review mirror, OEM Turbo 400 console with shifter, tilt wheel, cruise control actuator/directional, OE floor mats with date code under drivers seat.

Service: Tuned up, date code, correct plug wires, all fluids AMSOIL.

Trunk : Restored with correct mats, tire , and jack.

Tires/Wheels: WG code Stage 1 wheels– spare too, Dunlop GT Qualifier tires with less than 3,000 miles.

Bumpers: Front re-chromed (back was fine).

Headlights are T3 NOS Replacemnt

NOS battery & new cables, Petronis electronic ignition & OEM stock distributor

Asking price is set at $49,500.00

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Wayne — Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00 +0000

J.K. Chamberlain and one of his 1970 GS Stage 1s

Wayne — Wed, 08 Dec 2010 15:18:38 +0000

John Chamberlain and his 1970 Buick GS Stage 1 appear in this Flashback segment on Musclecar TV. If the embedded video isn’t working you can view the complete episode here… http://powerblocktv.com/video/?ep_num=MC2010-22&ep_show=MC

Yours Truly on My Classic Car

Wayne — Mon, 26 Apr 2010 17:48:28 +0000

Disclaimer: This video was shot and broadcast way back in the olden days of 1997, surely that young man in the video isn’t the same guy selling cars on this website!

1970 Buick GS 455 Production Numbers By Color

Wayne — Tue, 23 Nov 2010 20:18:10 +0000

Heres a handy guide for you to add to your collection…

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1971 Cortez Gold GSX Automatic – $59,000

Wayne — Tue, 02 Nov 2010 14:09:26 +0000

This Cortez Gold GSXwas professionally appraised by a member of the International Society of Appraisers who is on the advisory board of the NADA on 11/11/09 and was found to be #2+ to #1- in condition. It was determined on that date that the appraised value is $58,550, which reflects the accurate market value of this car in this current economic climate.

The GSX is a low body number car (000960) and has been registered in the GSX Registry since 1999, and was a participant in the BPG GSX Reunion in the summer of 2009, in Columbus, Ohio. It can be seen in two photos on page 35 of the November 2009 issue of Muscle Car Review Magazine, and was selected by the magazine to represent the Cortez Gold GSXs in the line up of the seven ’71 GSXs. It is also shown on page 35 as the second car from the right in the front row of the group photo showing all of the GSXs.

The GSX is a numbers matching 455 automatic car with the following options:

-GSX ornamentation package (with front spoiler and no hood tachometer)
-Black Strato bucket seat interior and full operating console
-Rallye steering wheel
-Rallye gauge cluster including tachometer
-Tilt steering column
-AM/FM radio
-Cruise control
-3.42 positive traction differential
-F-41 rallye ride and handling suspension package
-15 x 7 chrome road wheels
-N-25 rear bumper and exhaust system
-Air conditioning
-Power steering
-Power brakes

The following are the various numbers on this GSX:

BODY NUMBERS

Body build date: 03E
Body number: 000960
Front fender LH P/N 1231387 date code: 14
Front fender RH P/N 1231786 date code: 15
Deck lid date code: 11X 2
Core support date code: Not legible

FRAME NUMBER

Part number: 1237139 (correct number for 455 big-block GS &GSX)
Build date: 2-12-71

ENGINE NUMBERS

Engine code (455 4BBL): TR
Engine block casting number (455): 1238861
Engine block date code: C 22
Intake manifold casting number: B-1236403
Intake manifold date code: C 27
Valve cover LH P/N 1232069 date code: 114
Valve cover RH P/N 1232068 date code: 109
Carburetor number (Q-jet): 7041540
Carburetor date code: MF (top) 0831 (bottom)
Distributor number: 1112104
Distributor date code: 1C 3

TRANSMISSION

Type: Turbo Hydramatic 400
Transmission code & date code: 71C-393
71-BS 2094
GLASS CODES

Front: LOF Replacement
Door LH: AS2 LN-4 M7A
Door RH: AS XN-4 M74
Quarter LH: (Numbers below weatherstrip)
Quarter RH: AS2 LN A74

DEALER

PEAIRS BROS BUICK 24-219
BOX 638 BUICK
BELLFLOWER CALIF 90707

The numbers matching engine was machined and assembled by Mike Phillips at Automotive Machine & Performance in Philpot, Kentucky, where it made 475 horsepower through the numbers matching quadrajet carburetor, factory intake manifold and exhaust manifolds while maintaining a stock appearance. As a matter of my own personal preference, I have added the reproduction chrome Stage 1 valve covers and the Stage 1 decal to the air cleaner.

The car is a fully functioning car that needs nothing. The only things that do not function on the car are the light in the map light mirror (mirror glass needs to be removed and the bulb needs to be changed), and the AM side of the AM/FM radio.

1970 Stage 2 Skylark – $39,995

Wayne — Tue, 03 Aug 2010 21:31:31 +0000

How about this first class race-car? Actually, it can also be driven on the street too. Car runs mid 10s through the mufflers! A Skylark convertible with the GS package added. 4 speed! Stage 2, best of everything! You ought see this thing get down the track. For the man who has everything and does not have a very fast convertible that can be driven to cruise nights! If you need attention this will sure get it for you!! You know the drill — 65K invested, but will sell for $39,995. Lots and lots of car here for the money. Like I say in one of the editorials, buy one. It is later than you think.

1970 GS Stage 1 4 Speed – SOLD!

Wayne — Mon, 10 May 2010 21:07:27 +0000

SOLD! - This is one serious seller. Frame-off restoration, original engine, carb, distributor, rear axle, etc. Replacement M22 transmission. Meticulous restoration completed last year. How does it get any better than a factory fire red 4 speed 70 Stage 1 without air conditioning? This ones gotta go! SOLD!

We’ve got a over 30 pics of this beauty! Follow the jump to see the whole gallery!

1970 Buick GS Stage 1 4 Speed – $110,000

Wayne — Mon, 26 Apr 2010 21:00:47 +0000

Original numbers matching engine, frame-off, way too many NOS parts to list, certainly one of the nicest in existence, magazine feature car. Approximately 600 built. $110,000.

1970 GS Stage 1 Convertible – $130,000

Wayne — Mon, 10 May 2010 21:04:19 +0000

Completely matching numbers down to its original carb and distributor. I know this because I owned the car for 10 years back in the 80s / 90s. The current owner had the car frame-on restored and brought it back to 100 point status. Originally a North Carolina car with full documentation including protect-o-plate and original bill of sale, this car has never been rusty and even has all of its original sheet metal. Special order Riviera azure blue paint. I have never seen another GS painted azure blue from the factory although I’m sure there must have been several. Top shelf ultimate drop-top musclecar! $130,000.

1970 GS Stage 1 Convertible – $140,000

Wayne — Mon, 26 Apr 2010 21:25:41 +0000

“One family” owned before myself, untouched powertrain from new, original top, lighter and ashtrays never used, one repaint in early 90s. Buckets, A/C, power windows, etc. This car is a real sweetheart! 232 of these gems were built. That’s it. $140,000.

1970 Buick GSX Stage 1 4 Speed – SOLD!

Wayne — Mon, 26 Apr 2010 18:28:58 +0000

SOLD! It doesn’t get any better than this Stage 1 GSX! Saturn yellow paint, non A/C, professional “white gloves” frame-off restoration using only NOS parts as needed. Best trailer queen you will ever own! Original powertrain too! Reduced to $165,000. SOLD!

Parts For Sale as of July 4th, 2011

Wayne — Wed, 30 Jun 2010 20:55:34 +0000

NOS convertible weatherstrips. 5 out of 6 GM weatherstrips. Hard, hard to find. Also fits Chevelle, 442, GTO, etc, 70-72. $1500

Am/Fm radios. Have several 1970-1972 factory monos and one 1972 stereo(SOLD!). Monos sell for $300, the ultra-rare stereo is $500.

NOS right inner fender for 1970-1972. For the purist who doesn’t want a reproduction inner fenderwell on his car. $800.00

Lots more stuff, check in with us for your needs.

1970 GSX Stage 1 4 speed – $95,000 – SOLD!

Wayne — Sun, 16 May 2010 22:40:53 +0000

SOLD! Non original motor but real stick Stage 1 GSX! Minor cosmetics needed but very hard GSX to find. The very few Saturn yellow GSXs built with Stage 1 engine and 4 speed are the most coveted GSX of all! $95,000. SOLD!