For Sale 1979 Buick Park Ave. - $1000 obo

BJM · October 9th, 2009

1979 Buick Park Ave.

Think of it another way. Buy it outright for $800 or so. 99,000 miles.

Or

Go look at used car lots for what you get for 99,000 miles. That's probably a 6-7 year old car, probably asking $5000 to $10,000.

I had a 77 Oldsmobile 98 Regency I bought off an older lady going into a nursing home here in my town. It had just over 100,000 miles on it, some rust and was a sage green. $500. That car was a one owner well cared for car as most of these Electra/98's/Coupe deVilles were.

I have a 2004 Pontiac Bonneville which I enjoy the heated seats and all but I won't do it again. The monthly payment just takes money away from my restoration hobby.

I wish I could get this car, put 3-4 years of driving on it (yes - it won't get good gas mileage BUT you only pay $800 initially for it and they are build like a tank for a reason) Hope someone gets it. I loved my 98.

I have a 21 mile commute. You get in, has those plush seats - you got a radio, heat, power everything. It's a pleasant dash with everything in reach. It went down the road pillow smooth and you arrive at work relaxed. A few rice burners give you the evil eye 'cuz the old boat doesn't burn rubber from a stop.

The 403 Olds engine is a good one, and the Electra / 98 etc had the bullet proof TH 400 backing it up. Not the most efficient set up but it won't let you down. I think I got 14-16 mpg.

I remember we took the Sage Green Olds 98 to Christmas at the Grandparents one year. HUGE trunk, lots of room in the back for Abby and all her toys and DVD. The passenger in front had a magazine 'pocket' and it didn't seem like we used any more gas then the SUV's out there. We probably did not.

BJM · October 9th, 2009

I sent an inquiry email to the seller and here is his response:

Bryan

The car is great shape the only thing that needs fixed right now is the wiper switch...I think a relay is out. I have pulled the fuse for now however they will not shut off at the switch. The shocks could pry be replace. Other then that everything else works all of the power options cruise, heater window work great. Oh the AC doent work but I think it needs to be recharged. I had the car tuned up back in Feb. I got the car from a fellow Officer here at the police department it was his father in laws who bought the car brand new in 79 and drove it to church and the golf course. Any other questions you can call me at 515-230-4373 if I dont anwser just leave a voice mail and I will call you back.

Thanks

Nick Hassebrock

SBRMD · October 12th, 2009

Bryan:

Can you tell me where Webster City is? I'm in Mpls., and may have an interest, if it's not rusty, and if it's not too far away.

Thanks in advance,
Steve.

BJM · October 13th, 2009

Steve,

Webster City is pretty convenient to you. It's on Highway 20 in north central Iowa. It's about 3 1/2 hours away from Minneapolis.

There is bound to be surface rust underneath but this Buick was garaged most of it's life and is basically a one owner car, purchased only recently by the present owner who is a police officer.

This would be an easy drive as I have purchased about 20-25 cars out of Minnesota and visit the twin cities about 3 times per year from greater Des Moines.

I would have no issue driving this car to Minneapolis if I were buying. In fact it might do it some good.

By the way 99,000 miles over 30 years = only 3300 miles per year.

SBRMD · 4 Weeks Ago

Hey Bryan,

Was out of circulation for a few days...

Do you suppose you could take a peek at this car for me, and snap a few e-mailable pics? Only if not too far out of your way of course.

If not rusty and working well, would definitely come down and try to make a deal for this one. I would prefer a dark-colored one, but body condition is key, epsecially if no rust inside the doors, doglegs etc., and I consider absence of a vinyl top a plus.

Hmm...just looked again. Maybe it does have a v-top. No biggie.

Thanks again in advance,
Steve.

BJM · 4 Weeks Ago

Very few non vinyl top cars from this era. Darker colors are better, however, I really think this car can be purchased, cash for $750 or $800 if it is still available. It's Monday, so my next opportunity to check it out would be Saturday.