Guest Richard D Posted January 11, 2015 Share Posted January 11, 2015 looking for an AM/FM Delco stereo for a 1972 Buick Centurion. I believe most early 1970s full size GM cars used the same size radio, except Cadillac. ThanksRichard Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnD1956 Posted January 11, 2015 Share Posted January 11, 2015 I believe you'll find you need one from a 71- 74. Try French Lake Auto in Minnesota. They had several Rivieras of that vintage. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest my3buicks Posted January 11, 2015 Share Posted January 11, 2015 I believe there were some difference in dials, etc, nothing that would keep it from working but depends how picky you are for accuracy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Richard D Posted January 11, 2015 Share Posted January 11, 2015 (edited) Thank you both for the information. I am completing the restoration, all original except for rubber door and roof seals, tires and paint. I was able to find a bolt of NOS seat cover material so as long as it is a Delco stereo from that era would be fine. I have an 1972 Delco AM/FM/8 Track unit I was going to use so I had it refurbished and working like new. When I tried to install it I found that the pushbuttons with the tuning dial that folds down for the tapes to slide in is 3 inches tall. Of course the dashboard opening is 2.5 inches tall. I don't mind giving up the tape function for just an AM/FM stereo unit that will fit, however stereo is a must. My 1970 Skylark convertible has the monaural model with the front and reaf speakers which is what came in that car and is fine with the top up. Not so much with the top down. Any advice or location of a stereo is gratefully accepted. Richard Edited January 11, 2015 by Richard D (see edit history) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest my3buicks Posted January 13, 2015 Share Posted January 13, 2015 That must not be the right radio for your car then, you should be able to put in any of the optional radio's into the preexisting opening. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stormin Norm Posted January 16, 2015 Share Posted January 16, 2015 I have a AM-FM Buick Radio that was marked 1972, I have never tried to see if it worked= was told it worked when I bought it years ago! I bought it for my 1972 GS and it don't fit the opening. I can send pictures and measurements to your home email address or?? Stormin Norm at normarven@aol.com I'm sure its for a larger model than my GS? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest BobM AACA Posted January 28, 2015 Share Posted January 28, 2015 Norm, I'm interested. Just sent you an email. Bob Mbobmnbc6@gmail.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest 75RivGS Posted January 28, 2015 Share Posted January 28, 2015 What was the first year that Buick offered AM/FM/8track combined in one unit? (or last year for the under dash 8track player) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest my3buicks Posted January 29, 2015 Share Posted January 29, 2015 (edited) I am pretty sure but not 100% 1971 for the first year and 1972 for the last Underdash. They actually offered an AM 8 track as well as the AM/FM 8 track. Of course 67 was the first year Buick offered 8 track. Edited January 29, 2015 by my3buicks (see edit history) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest 75RivGS Posted January 29, 2015 Share Posted January 29, 2015 OK.. thanks. That's also what I thought. Will remove the (combined) AM/FM/player) from my 72 Estate Wagon to look for the date code. Maybe it was added later. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Redrob Posted January 30, 2015 Share Posted January 30, 2015 (edited) Richard, I have an AM/FM 8 track Delco stereo that should work for you. I received this stereo when I bought my Centurion in 2010. I know the dial face measures 2 1/2 inches high. I have no idea of condition, I'm selling as-is for $100 plus shipping. It has the inner silver knob rings but not the black knobs. Please let me know if you're interested. I also have 2 AM/FM stereo radios with no 8 track that should work for you. $ 100 each plus shipping, your choice.Thanks, Dave Edited January 30, 2015 by Redrob (see edit history) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stormin Norm Posted January 31, 2015 Share Posted January 31, 2015 Richard; I have tested my 1972 AM-FM Stereo and it works in AM, but the slide lever is locked in AM and will not move! don't want to sell at this time! Stormin Norm at normarven@aol.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ayilar Posted February 16, 2015 Share Posted February 16, 2015 I was able to find a bolt of NOS seat cover materialRichard: where did you manage to find NOS seat vinyl for a 1972 Centurion? Information most welcome! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stormin Norm Posted February 16, 2015 Share Posted February 16, 2015 Richard: I have not had time to take my AM-FM radio in for repair, this is the one that works in AM but can not push slide to FM. I would sell for $40.00as is + shipping, If you have some one who may be able to fix it? The only one I know to check it out is a 80 mile round trip for me and would require 2 trips!Norman Veness at normarven@aol.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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