1973 Buick Centurion Auto
VIC • Private
12
1
Odometer118,000km
Body typeCoupe
FuelPetrol
TransmissionAutomatic
Comments from the seller
METALLIC BLUE BUICK CENTURION LHD HARDTOP COUPE
Two tone coupe – the sportcar of the '70s. Original white vinyl roof. Immaculate interior looks brand new. Left hand drive, imported from the USA in 2007. Comes with one of its original Washington state number plates and service history.
VASS Certificate by a Vic Roads registered vehicle engineer has been completed (required for imported LHD vehicles). Vehicle is now compliant for Australian roads with updated ASD seatbelts and structural repositioning (original placement did not meet Australian standards) as well as rear indicators installed discreetly between the rear bumper and back fenders, and correct headlight dipping with updated globes.
Mechanically, this vehicle is perfect. Beautiful to drive, like a cloud. Suspension is like floating on air. No leaks. Starts every time. Idles perfectly.
Original radio and speakers in good working order. Interior is completely original and unmolested (except for the updates ASD seatbelts). Dash is immaculate. No cracks, fading or marks. Seats and hood lining in exceptional condition for age.
All electrics in perfect order, including wipers, electric windows, dash lights, etc.
The vehicle will need new seals to meet roadworthy requirements (they are original and at 53 years of age, still doing their job but need replacing). This can be organised on behalf of a serious buyer if requested at their cost and a roadworthy supplied, or the new owner can organise this themselves.
The following had been done by the previous owner at the beginning of 2024:
Front brakes completely overhauled (pistons, seals, nipples, brake hoses, pins, brake fluid)
New Rear brakes and new wheel cylinders, and rear brake hose
New diff oil and gasket and axle seal
Grease and Oil change, new oil filter
Timing adjusted
New battery
Brand New 4 core copper radiator
New radiator cap
New water pump
New thermostat
New coolant ( completely flushed)
Hoses and belts replaced
Overhauled carb
Near new white wall tyres
Original wheels
Clean, refurbished engine bay - previous owner replaced all wiring to black to maintain original look.
Note: there is minor rust at the bottom of two panels, a small amount and not urgent for repair. Doesn't impact look of car - need to be looking for it to spot it. No structural rust. See pics.
This is a regretful sale. I am moving house and can't take it with me as I'm moving to high country Victoria on unsealed roads and won't be taking the vehicle off bitumen. All reasonable offers considered. Reduced from $32,000 to $25,000. The previous owner had the vehicle valued and insured for $36,000. This figure is a steal at this price (I've spent $5,000 making it compliant for Australian roads and will be selling at a loss). No tyre kickers, no low ball offers.
Car details
øVehicle description
Coupe 6st 2dr Auto 3sp 455 [IMP]
Powerplant type
Internal Combustion Engine (ICE)
Cost to insureSponsored
Exterior colour
Blue
Interior colour
Dark blue
Body type
Coupe, 2 doors, 6 seats
Transmission
3 speed Automatic
Engine
8 cylinders, Petrol Aspirated, 455L
Cost of finance
Registration plate
Check with seller
Build date
Check with seller
Compliance date
Check with seller
Roadworthy certificate
Cost to transportSponsored
carsales Network ID
SSE-AD-18826557
Engine
Engine type
Piston
Engine Location
Front
Engine Size (cc)
7468cc
Engine Size (L)
7.5L
Induction
Aspirated
Engine Configuration
V90
Cylinders
8
Camshaft
Pushrod
Valves/Ports per Cylinder
2
Compression ratio
8.5
Generic Engine Type
Piston
Transmission & Drivetrain
Gears
3
Gear Type
Automatic
Gear Location
Column
Drive
Rear Wheel Drive
Fuel
Fuel Type
Petrol
Fuel Capacity
95L
Fuel Delivery
4 Barrel (Carburettor Single)
Method of Delivery
Mechanical
Wheels & Tyres
Rim Material
Steel
Dimensions & Weights
Length
5695mm
Width
2022mm
Height
1361mm
Wheelbase
3150mm
Track Front
1615mm
Track Rear
1642mm
Ground Clearance
140mm
Kerb Weight
2289kg
Other
Country of Origin
UNITED STATES
Launched
January 1973
Generation Name
1971-01
Series
(No Series)
Badge
(No Badge)
Doors
2
Seat Capacity
6
Body Style
Coupe
Probationary plate status +
Australian Capital Territory
Approved
Western Australia
Approved
Northern Territory
Approved
Tasmania
Approved
Victoria
Referred
Queensland
Referred
South Australia
Referred
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$25,000Excl. Govt. Charges
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