1969 Buick Special Deluxe Coupe

Zoom Classic Cars presents this 1969 Buick Special Deluxe Coupe. The car has been very well preserved is highly original and hails from California. This classic cruiser features its beautiful factory-correct Champagne Mist paint (Code 63) over a crisp black vinyl bench interior. The Buick Special has a storied history as one of Buick\'s most enduring nameplates, first introduced in 1936. By 1969, the Special Deluxe sat as an upscale entry-level intermediate built on GM’s celebrated A-body platform—sharing its legendary architecture with the Chevy Chevelle, Pontiac LeMans, and Oldsmobile Cutlass. The 1969 model year featured Buick\'s famous "Sweepspear" body line contours and advanced safety engineering. The Special Deluxe offered buyers a perfect blend of GM muscle-car proportions with the premium comfort, smoother ride, and prestige associated with the Buick brand. Today, surviving Special Deluxe Coupes are sought after for their distinct styling, robust mechanicals, and rarity compared to their corporate stablemates. This California native boasts excellent structural integrity. The car received one repaint in its original Champagne Mist color, which is believed to be over 20 years old. It still shows incredibly well today, though it does have some minor imperfections and some typical bubbling along the roofline (detailed in the photo gallery). All body panels line up beautifully, and all factory chrome trim and Buick badging are intact and in very good to excellent condition. The trunk compartment is rock-solid, clean, and complete with a full spare tire and original jack equipment. Inside, the black vinyl bench interior is in wonderful condition. The front bench seat has been professionally reupholstered, while the original rear seat remains in excellent shape. The car has very good quality black carpeting protected by classic Buick-logo rubber floor mats. A couple things requiring attention include: The factory radio is currently missing; the dash opening is temporarily and neatly filled with a vintage Buick tissue box. Headliner: The headliner is sagging/worn and will need to be replaced by the next owner. Note on Air Conditioning: This is an original, factory AC-equipped car. However, the compressor has been removed, and the system currently requires attention and repair to be fully functional. Much of the mechanical heavy lifting on this Buick has already been completed. Under the hood sits the original 350 cubic-inch V8 engine with a 2-barrel carburetor, paired with a 3-speed Turbo Hydramatic automatic transmission. Both the engine and transmission were completely rebuilt less than 5,000 miles ago. The car itself shows 150K original Miles. The car is equipped with factory Power Steering for effortless cruising. The drum brake system features all-new wheel cylinders, brake lines, and hoses. The fuel system has been upgraded with a brand-new gas tank, sending unit, and fuel lines. The very clean undercarriage features a great-sounding stainless steel dual exhaust system. The car rides smoothly on newer Toyo Touring white wall Radial tires (Size: 205/75R14) mounted on iconic factory Buick Rally Wheels. Overall, this is an very clean, solid, and great-driving \'69 Buick Special Deluxe. Thanks to the fresh engine and transmission rebuild, it is mechanically reliable and ready to be driven home. With just a little bit of cosmetic finishing inside and some AC work, this California A-body can easily be brought to the next level. Currently stored in Massachusetts, it comes with a clean MA title in the owner’s name, original owner’s manual and a selection of extra parts. It is a fantastic, turn-key driver that is ready to enjoy at local car shows and for weekend cruises. Call Jeff to arrange a viewing. Thanks for Looking.

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