1987 Buick Regal Grand National GNX Tribute LS3 Restomod

Make

Buick

Model

Regal Grand National GNX Tribute LS3 Restomod

Year

1987

Listed price

$199,900

Location

Carrollton, TX

Transmission

Automatic

Mileage

1,111 miles

The Buick Grand National, and its ultra-rare sibling the GNX, represent a fascinating chapter in American automotive history. Born from Buick's unexpected dominance in NASCAR with its turbocharged V6 engines, the Grand National emerged in the mid-1980s as a dark horse performance car, a stark contrast to the brand's traditional luxury image. With its sinister all-black paint, aggressive styling, and a potent turbocharged 3.8-liter V6, it shocked the automotive world, often outrunning contemporary Corvettes and Mustangs. The ultimate expression, the GNX (Grand National Experimental), was a limited production run of just 547 units built in collaboration with McLaren Performance Technologies/ASC, featuring an even more powerful engine, revised suspension, and iconic fender flares, cementing its status as a legend and a quintessential '80s muscle car. This 1987 Buick Regal Grand National GNX Tribute takes that legendary formula and injects modern performance without compromising its iconic aesthetic. While retaining the unmistakable silhouette and menacing black finish that defined the original, this build elevates the experience with a thoroughly modern powertrain. Under the hood lies a potent 6.2-liter LS3 V8 engine, offering a significant leap in power and reliability over the original turbocharged V6, paired with a smooth automatic transmission for effortless cruising or exhilarating acceleration. Showing a mere 1,111 miles on the odometer since its comprehensive restomod, this two-door coupe presents in exceptional condition, ready to deliver a thrilling driving experience. This is an opportunity to acquire a meticulously crafted tribute that marries the beloved styling of an icon with the performance and drivability of a contemporary machine.