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Dano69c10 · 12-14-2013, 05:49 PM

Due to the deaths of my wife's uncle and aunt, there was a 65 Skylark that needed a home. When my father heard it was available, he got it for a song. Next thing I know it's sitting in my backyard and I'm commissioned by the old man to get it "fixed up".

Here are some pics of it at my in-law's in Escondido, CA.

Not much planned, going Chevy 350/350, update the suspension, get the bodywork and paint done, and of course an interior redo. It will be slow going, but thought I'd post up here to keep myself on track and chart the progress.

Dano

Sillyoldman · 12-14-2013, 05:59 PM

I can't wait to see what you do with it. I love Buicks and yours would be a welcomed addition to my affliction. Sorry for your loss. Keep us updated on your progress.

**LockDoc** · 12-15-2013, 09:44 PM

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Here is a small picture of the '65 Buick Skylark Grand Sport I bought new. Red with an all white interior. I think I have another one of it somewhere around here...

Edit: Found two more. That's my buddy's dad standing next to it...

NONHOG · 12-16-2013, 12:17 AM

Looks like a nailhead in there now? Why the Chevy plant is the Buick engine wore out?
Love 65!

Dano69c10 · 12-16-2013, 01:36 PM

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Originally Posted by NONHOG

Looks like a nailhead in there now? Why the Chevy plant is the Buick engine wore out?
Love 65!

Not a nailhead, just a 300. I wish I could have made Pop Kennedy proud!

Unfortunately the 300 is toast, the victim of blown head gaskets and 12 years of a motor with liquid mud inside it. Since I have a 350sbc/th350 sittin in the garage, well you know...

Dano

NONHOG · 12-16-2013, 02:58 PM

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Originally Posted by Dano69c10

Not a nailhead, just a 300. I wish I could have made Pop Kennedy proud!

Unfortunately the 300 is toast, the victim of blown head gaskets and 12 years of a motor with liquid mud inside it. Since I have a 350sbc/th350 sittin in the garage, well you know...

Dano

Load that 300 in your truck, next time your driving in the Seattle area swing it by. I'll help you unload it.

I get the Chevy swap. It'll be more fun having a moving Chevy powered Buick than a non running Buick powered Buick.

If it were mine it would get a Olds engine because thats what I have.

Looking forward to updates!

Dano69c10 · 12-16-2013, 01:31 PM

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Originally Posted by LockDoc

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Here is a small picture of the '65 Buick Skylark Grand Sport I bought new. Red with an all white interior. I think I have another one of it somewhere around here...

Edit: Found two more. That's my buddy's dad standing next to it...

That is cool! Great pics! I like the console, this model didn't have it, but I would like to find one that I could throw in this one.
Dano

alsriv2 · 12-16-2013, 12:47 PM

That Buick nailhead will surprise you. Don't give up on it unless it is not rebuildable. It is a torque monster right from the factory and there are good upgrade parts available. But it is your car, so enjoy it and good job on saving it.

Zoomin · 12-16-2013, 11:13 PM

I love seeing more of these getting resurrected. They are really cool cars.

hopped up · 12-16-2013, 11:38 PM

I say go Buick power! Nice car dano

Saclandman · 09-29-2014, 12:10 PM

I love these 'Larks. My first one I picked up for a couple hundred bucks in high school, cleaned it up, and repainted it. It took me to college. I found my second one while in college. It was the mid range version (not a GS), but had the high output 300 ci V8 with factory 4-brl carb. Loved it. Sold it to some German rock climbers after college in '94who loved the huge trunk for their gear. Now I wish I still had it.

12-14-2013, 05:49 PM	#1
Dano69c10 Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Ontario, Kali Posts: 2,427	65 Buick Skylark Due to the deaths of my wife's uncle and aunt, there was a 65 Skylark that needed a home. When my father heard it was available, he got it for a song. Next thing I know it's sitting in my backyard and I'm commissioned by the old man to get it "fixed up". Here are some pics of it at my in-law's in Escondido, CA. Not much planned, going Chevy 350/350, update the suspension, get the bodywork and paint done, and of course an interior redo. It will be slow going, but thought I'd post up here to keep myself on track and chart the progress. Dano __________________ '69 Fleet It ain't yours, if you didn't build it!

12-14-2013, 05:59 PM	#2
Sillyoldman #16876 Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Auburn WA Posts: 12,266	Re: 65 Buick Skylark I can't wait to see what you do with it. I love Buicks and yours would be a welcomed addition to my affliction. Sorry for your loss. Keep us updated on your progress. __________________ Posted via Stationary Device '71 Custom Deluxe C-20 402. '67 Buick Special 455. '49 Plymouth Special Deluxe. *"I love that old car smell"* *Some people are like Slinkies... not really good for anything, but they still bring a smile to your face when you push them down a flight of stairs.*

12-15-2013, 09:44 PM	#3
LockDoc The Older Generation Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Montezuma, Iowa Posts: 25,818	Re: 65 Buick Skylark - Here is a small picture of the '65 Buick Skylark Grand Sport I bought new. Red with an all white interior. I think I have another one of it somewhere around here... Edit: Found two more. That's my buddy's dad standing next to it... Attached Images __________________ Leon Locksmith, Specializing In Antique Trucks, Automobiles, & Motorcycles (My Dually Pickup Project Thread) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=829820 - Last edited by LockDoc; 12-15-2013 at 09:52 PM.

12-16-2013, 12:17 AM	#4
NONHOG Registered User Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Marana, Arizona Posts: 3,458	Re: 65 Buick Skylark Looks like a nailhead in there now? Why the Chevy plant is the Buick engine wore out? Love 65! __________________ "I feel the need for speed!"... as soon as I am done with my nap.

12-16-2013, 12:47 PM	#8
alsriv2 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Formerly MD and San Diego, now loving life in Arizona Posts: 1,636	Re: 65 Buick Skylark That Buick nailhead will surprise you. Don't give up on it unless it is not rebuildable. It is a torque monster right from the factory and there are good upgrade parts available. But it is your car, so enjoy it and good job on saving it. __________________ Alan 2012 Ram 3500 Dually Crew Cab 6.7 Cummins 2014 Palomino Columbus 340RK 5th wheel '69 Chevy C10 396BB

12-16-2013, 11:13 PM	#9
Zoomin Man of Mini-Talents Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Oklahoma City, OK Posts: 4,295	Re: 65 Buick Skylark I love seeing more of these getting resurrected. They are really cool cars. __________________ Steve Project - Ruth 66 Skylark Project - Lola 60 Biscayne Project - Iron Ox 54 GMC 100 Project - Darth 69 Camaro

12-16-2013, 11:38 PM	#10
hopped up Registered User Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: los angeles,ca Posts: 3,617	Re: 65 Buick Skylark I say go Buick power! Nice car dano

09-29-2014, 12:10 PM	#11
Saclandman Registered User Join Date: May 2013 Location: Sacramento, CA Posts: 487	Re: 65 Buick Skylark I love these 'Larks. My first one I picked up for a couple hundred bucks in high school, cleaned it up, and repainted it. It took me to college. I found my second one while in college. It was the mid range version (not a GS), but had the high output 300 ci V8 with factory 4-brl carb. Loved it. Sold it to some German rock climbers after college in '94who loved the huge trunk for their gear. Now I wish I still had it. __________________ Rich J. 1967 Chevy C20 Longbed Stepside w/283 and 4spdSOLD 2002 Chevy Tahoe 4X4 5.3L SOLD 2015 Chevy Silverado Crew 4X4 5.3L



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