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1987 Buick Regal

Addison, Illinois

$52,974

1987 Buick Regal

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Vehicle Details

Make

Buick

Model

Regal

Year

1987

Body Type

Coupe

Exterior Color

Black

Interior Color

Black

Transmission

Automatic

Drivetrain

RWD

Fuel Type

Gasoline

Engine

3.8L V6 Turbocharged

Condition

Good

Description

This 1987 Buick Grand National is powered by a 3.8-liter V6 that features JE pistons and aluminum Champion cylinder heads as well as an enlarged turbocharger, a Burton-Racing intercooler, and an MAFT-Pro engine-management chip. The four-speed 200-4R automatic transmission has a lock-up, 3,300-stall 10"³ XHD torque converter, and the driveline also includes a 3.70:1 Positraction differential. The car is finished in Black over Black and Sand Gray cloth upholstery, and additional features include 16"³ cross-lace wheels, a sunroof, a rear spoiler, a Delco AM/FM/cassette stereo, air conditioning, cruise control, and VDO instrumentation.

This Grand National is offered with a window sticker, the owner's manual, service records, a spare set of wheels and tires, and a clean North Carolina title. The car is finished in Black (19) and features a sculpted hood, a sunroof, a rear window defogger, sport mirrors, a decklid spoiler, and dual exhaust outlets. The 16"³ cross-lace wheels feature GNX-branded center caps and are mounted with a mixture of Michelin and BFGoodrich tires.

Braking is handled by power-assisted front discs and rear drums, and the accumulator, proportioning valve, master cylinder seal, and rear-wheel cylinders were replaced in September 2024 along with rear brake hoses. The cabin features front bucket seats and a rear bench upholstered in Black and Sand Gray cloth with Turbo 6 embroidery on the front headrests. Additional amenities include air conditioning and a Delco AM/FM/cassette stereo with a graphic equalizer.

A digital MAF Eliminator module is housed in the glovebox, and an Applied Technologies ATR EMC-10 controller is affixed to the dashboard. The air-conditioning system was overhauled in August 2025. A small crack is visible in the dashboard.

VDO instrumentation include a 160-mph speedometer that was replaced in September 2025 while the tachometer and gauges for boost pressure, coolant temperature, fuel level, and oil pressure were installed circa 1993 when the instrument cluster was replaced. The inset digital odometer indicates 22k miles and was calibrated when the speedometer was installed in order to reflect total chassis mileage. The removed factory speedometer will accompany the car.

The 3.8-liter V6 has been rebuilt with JE pistons, aluminum Champion cylinder heads, revised head bolts, and a 1.55-ratio roller rocker setup. It is fitted with an enlarged turbocharger, a Burton-Racing intercooler, an MAFT-Pro engine-management chip, Siemens Deka IV fuel injectors, and an aftermarket intake and exhaust system. The bottom end has been fitted with a main-cap girdle, and work in late-2024 included fluids services, adjusting the crankshaft position sensor, and replacing the serpentine belt, tensioner-pulley bearings, coolant hoses, spark plugs, vacuum hoses, oxygen sensors, and the in-tank fuel hoses and filter.

A related invoice is well.-Power is sent to the rear wheels through a four-speed 200-4R automatic transmission with a locking, 3,300-stall 10"³ XHD torque converter. The 3.70:1 Positraction rear end with a heavy-duty carrier. Work in September 2024 included servicing the differential and replacing the transmission fluid, transmission filter, torque converter clutch solenoid, transmission pan gasket, and shifter clip.-The window sticker lists initial delivery to Andy Sims Buick of Broadview Heights, Ohio, along with equipment, options, and a total price of $18,698.

Clean & clear title in hand-TRADE-INS WELCOME! IF YOU can dream it… YOU can do it!!-Check out my Test drive Video! MGM Buy it Now price $52974.00-Financing available $5000 down payment Must have good credit-Sales tax/delivery & upgrades can be financed Apply today on our website-Text zip code for delivery quote 847-848-1850 All cars are sold in as-is condition!-Shown by appointment only!
Trim: Grand National Turbo 2dr Coupe
Body Style: 2
Fuel Type: Gasoline

Buick Regal Buyer's Guide

Full guide
M
Mike Sullivan
Muscle Cars
1973–1987
~3 min read
Updated Apr 2026
The Buick Regal Grand National and GNX are legends of the turbocharged 1980s — cars that humiliated Ferraris at stoplights and proved that American engineering could match European performance on its own terms. But the Regal's story is richer than just the performance variants.
This guide covers
✓ 8-point inspection checklist
✓ Common issues & what to avoid
✓ In-person inspection guide
✓ Market pricing by year & condition
✓ 4 FAQs answered
✓ History & fun facts

Buick Regal Market Overview

Based on 25 Buick Regal listings currently on ClassicCarsArena.com

25
Listed Now
$41,720
Avg. Asking Price
1979–1987
Year Range
Price Position on Our Site — Average Range
This car: $52,974
Low: $6,495 High: $89,900
Transmission Distribution
Automatic 88% ◄
Condition Distribution
Excellent 20%
Good 20% ◄
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Buick Regal Buyer's Guide

Mike Sullivan here. The 1987 Buick GNX is the fastest American production car of its era. That's not hyperbole — the GNX ran the quarter mile in the low 13-second range, making it quicker than a contemporary Corvette, faster than a Ferrari 328, and quicker than nearly anything else for sale in an American showroom. GM's own engineers reportedly drove the final prototypes against a Ferrari Testarossa and the GNX won.

But here's what the GNX legend obscures: the broader Regal family from 1973 to 1987 is an undervalued platform with excellent bones, strong parts support, and collector interest that extends well beyond the turbocharged variants. The G-body Regal that spawned the Grand National is one of GM's most capable platforms, and even the standard V6 and V8 Regals represent good value in the current market.

What to Check Before Buying

Grand National Documentation — Verify boost gauge, shift light, and underhood components are original GN equipment — not add-ons.
GNX Serial Number (if claimed) — Confirm the ASC/McLaren GNX serial plate and have a Buick specialist verify all GNX-specific components.
Turbocharger Condition — Check turbo shaft for play — hold the shaft and wiggle laterally, any movement indicates bearing wear.
Intercooler Condition — Inspect intercooler core for damage and verify it's free of oil contamination.
Lower Quarter Rust — Probe lower rear quarters and rockers — G-body rust in these locations.
Dashboard Condition — Inspect plastic dashboard for cracking — a common issue on 35+ year old GM interiors.
Transmission Operation — Test TH200-4R or TH350 through all ranges — smooth shifts with no slip.
Head Gasket — Check oil for coolant contamination and exhaust for white smoke — 3.8L head gasket is a known wear item.

Common Issues

Grand National clone cars built from standard Regals — documentation verification is essential. Turbocharger shaft wear and intercooler deterioration on high-mileage GN examples. Lower rear quarter and rocker panel rust. Plastic dashboard and interior trim deterioration on 1980s examples. 3.8L V6 head gasket issues on high-mileage or overheated engines. TH200-4R automatic transmission wear on performance-driven cars.

What to Look For

On Grand National and GNX cars, verify documentation before paying any performance premium — boost gauge, shift light, and specific underhood components are all verifiable. For GNX cars, the ASC/McLaren serial number plate and GNX-specific suspension and turbo components must all be present and verifiable. For all turbocharged Regals, inspect the intercooler condition and the turbo for shaft play. On standard Regals, check for rust at the lower rear quarter panels and rocker panels. Verify the automatic transmission operates smoothly through all ranges.

Price Guide

Standard Regal V6 or V8 (1978–1987): $5,000–$14,000. 1984–1985 Grand National T-top: $18,000–$32,000. 1986 Grand National: $25,000–$45,000. 1987 Grand National: $35,000–$65,000 for clean low-mileage examples. 1987 GNX (verified): $80,000–$180,000+. Clone GNs misrepresented as genuine: avoid without documentation.

Did You Know?

The 1987 Buick GNX outran a Ferrari 328 GTS in a comparison test conducted by Car and Driver — achieving 0-60 in 4.7 seconds to the Ferrari's 5.8 seconds. Only 547 GNXs were built, all in 1987, all black, all numbered. The turbocharged 3.8L V6 in the Grand National was controversial inside GM — Corvette engineers reportedly objected to a Buick outperforming their flagship, though the LT5-powered Corvette ZR-1 program had in fact already begun in 1985.

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