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Thanks to Roberta, MetroPetro and John for their posts! To your point, John, we've created a class just for Opels, and would gladly create sub-divisions within the class if we gets lots of Opels. The more the merrier! Any Opel or Buick participating in the judging portion of a national meet must be 12 model years old for formal (400-point) judging or 25 years for unrestored cars. Join the BCA and plan to join us in Strongsville! Alan Oldfield National Chief Judge

Thank you to everyone! This is very insightful. It's doubtful there is any original documentation with the car. More research is in order. I appreciate everyone's information.

Hello! I am looking for information on whether an "SF" code engine in a 1971 Riviera GS means that it has a "Stage 1" engine. I am trying to help a friend verify a car he received from a family member a few years ago. He was told it is a Stage 1 '71 Riv GS...all the research I've done indicates there was no Stage 1 designation for a '71 Riv. I've only seen pictures of the car so far, and none of any engine stampings. He believes it is a Stage 1, and has an emblem on the grille, but we all know you can buy emblems, so that proves nothing. But he says it has an SF engine - so, if true, what would that indicate? Any help or direction to continue research is appreciated!

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My mechanic is trying to find AC parts for a customer's 87 LeSabre. Specifically, the high pressure/discharge hose (aluminum) for the AC. Any suggestions for a source or salvage yard is much appreciated! Alan Oldfield

Sorry, I don't. I know there was a company making re-pops for several years, but I recently read a post from someone saying that company was no longer around...There is a LeSabre T Type Facebook group that is pretty active. Check out the "LeSabre T Type owners and enthusiasts" Facebook group...someone there may have suggestions for you. Good luck!

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Thanks for your comments! The turbo 6 logo was used by Buick on all the pace cars in 81; the actual pace car, that paced the race, was a turbo 4.1. liter V-6. But the 150 pace car editions were normally aspirated 3.8 liter V-6. The same graphic scheme used on the actual pace car was repeated on the pace car editions. Thanks Alan

Two of my Buick pace car editions will be crossing the auction block at Mecum Indy this month. My 1976 Century pace car: 39,000 miles, and I have owned it for 23 years. Original invoice and license plate #70 from its duty at IMS; lots of other memorabilia. 1981 Regal, #98 of 150 made. It just turned over 44,000 miles and I have owned it 11 years. Both cars have awards from AACA and Buick Club of America for originality. These are original, correct pace car editions, lovingly maintained during my ownership. Check them out at Mecum’s website, or message me with questions. They are crossing the block mid-day Wednesday May 17th. These are delightful cars that I have enjoyed for decades. As time has passed, I simply don't play with them as much as I would like. These would be a terrific additions for a collector who treasures Buick and Indianapolis 500 history. Thank you! Alan

Sorry, it was sold. Are you looking for anything else for your LeSabre T? I think there is a company this is selling re-pops of the spoiler. Thanks for your inquiry!

I emailed for information on this car. It is #99, 82,000 miles, and VIN 1G4GD221XX4702135 If anyone here gets this car, or knows who does, please let me know so I can add it to the Silver Arrow Registry. Thanks Alan ROA #800

Thank you Pat and dship!

I am hoping someone can point me in a direction to find out more about the '95 "concept" Riviera convertible that used to be part of the Heritage Center collection. I first came across the car probably in late '97, when it was still part of the Buick Historical collection housed in a warehouse in Flint. At the time, I was being given a tour of the collection by Mark Alward, then Buick Public Relations Fleet Coordinator. He was a great fellow and let me gather info and photos for some articles I was writing, but I was not allowed to take a picture of this purple-colored '95 Riv convertible. I was told that the car was not supposed to be built, but it was, and the person responsible was "transferred." I learned nothing else. Next time I saw it, it was part of the group of GM Heritage Collection cars being sold through Barrett Jackson before GM's bankruptcy. It surfaced again a few years ago being sold through Mecum, and I was recently contacted by the current owner for some more background. Since I was told so little back in '97, I am hoping to discover more information to help flesh out the story of this mysterious Riviera. If anyone has info, or even some leads to chase, I would appreciate the tip! Thanks Alan Oldfield

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Nice idea. Thank you Alan