Guest bobbycleveland Posted May 11, 2011 Share Posted May 11, 2011 (edited) I am in the process of buying a 1961 Buick Special from a friend of mine, but the only problem is it needs a fuel tank. I've been searching all over the internet for a solution. Can anyone direct me to a place where I can find one? Or maybe if anyone knows of where to get a replacement fuel tank for this vehicle? I would greatly appreciate it and thank you! Bobby Edited January 30, 2022 by MrEarl It's NOT a 1962, it's a 1961. I Apologize! (see edit history) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Ric's62 Posted May 12, 2011 Share Posted May 12, 2011 I would think you could find one in a salvage yard that specializes in classic cars (which means it will cost you more), Memory lane in so. cal. had at least 3 62's in their yard. But that was before they moved to the Long Beach area, so i don't know about current stock. There's a big yard in Phx. Az. that also had a few of the cars. Desert Valley auto parts, big advertiser in Hemmings. They've also gotten pricey. Keep looking, you'll find one.Rick Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest COMPACTBC Posted May 17, 2011 Share Posted May 17, 2011 Bobby, where are you located? I may be able to help you, if I knew where you were at. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest bobbycleveland Posted June 4, 2011 Share Posted June 4, 2011 COMPACTBCI am in cleveland ohio. I've searched everywhere. I've talked to 2 people who said they would search, but the chances are slim.I am trying to find any type of replacement at the moment, it doesn't have to be from a this specific model (though that would be nice). I'm also not sure as to what fuel tanks from that era, makes and/or models would fit a 1962 buick special.All the help is greatly appreciated. I just need to get the tank so I can remove it from it's current location, before the owner decides to take it elsewhere.Thanks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NTX5467 Posted June 4, 2011 Share Posted June 4, 2011 COMPACTBCI am in cleveland ohio. I've searched everywhere. I've talked to 2 people who said they would search, but the chances are slim.All the help is greatly appreciated. I just need to get the tank so I can remove it from it's current location, before the owner decides to take it elsewhere.Thanks!There might be options "out there" in the street rod realm of things. Gas tank vendors in Street Rodder magazine, for example. Portable outboard motor boat fuel tanks or race car fuel cells are an option too.Might you be desiring to make us accessories to your (perceived) unauthorized reappropriation of the vehicle's location without the owner's knowledge??Cautiously,NTX5467 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pete Phillips Posted June 4, 2011 Share Posted June 4, 2011 I have a good, solid fuel tank from a '62 Special, but I do not have the float or sending unit that go with it.Pete PhillipsLeonard, TX. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest bobbycleveland Posted June 5, 2011 Share Posted June 5, 2011 NTX5467It's completely legal, no worries. The fuel cells are a good suggestion, but that's my plan B.Pete,I need to get a new float and sending unit either way, the old one is done for. Could you send pics of the fuel tank you are offering? Thanks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
raleets Posted June 6, 2011 Share Posted June 6, 2011 Please be aware that one tank doesn't fit all models!The 61/62 Special/Skylark 2-door coupes and convertibles use the same tank. However, the 61/62 Special/Skylark 4-door and station wagons use a different tank. I learned that the hard way!The 4-door and wagon tanks are slightly thicker and the fill neck is at a different angle.I have a nice tank for a 4-door or wagon that would NOT fit in my '62 Skylark convertible.Good luck,Bob Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pete Phillips Posted June 8, 2011 Share Posted June 8, 2011 Gas tank photos. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest bobbycleveland Posted June 14, 2011 Share Posted June 14, 2011 MADE A HUGE MISTAKE!It's not a 1962, it's a 1961! I'm very sorry for the mix up.Are these years interchangeable for the Buick Special? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pete Phillips Posted June 15, 2011 Share Posted June 15, 2011 1962 and 1961 are almost exactly the same. Takes a real expert to determine the difference, and most of all, the chassis and gas tanks are the same from 1961 to 1962, provided the body styles are the same, per the note by Bob Leets.Pete Phillips Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest philipjfry Posted December 22, 2012 Share Posted December 22, 2012 Please be aware that one tank doesn't fit all models!The 61/62 Special/Skylark 2-door coupes and convertibles use the same tank. However, the 61/62 Special/Skylark 4-door and station wagons use a different tank. I learned that the hard way!The 4-door and wagon tanks are slightly thicker and the fill neck is at a different angle.I have a nice tank for a 4-door or wagon that would NOT fit in my '62 Skylark convertible.Good luck,BobI am curious as to what is different between the 4 door and 2 door version? I just pulled a tank off a 4 door 61 and one off a 2 door 62 and as far as I can tell they are identical. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest gsbuick65 Posted April 3, 2013 Share Posted April 3, 2013 is this gas tank still for sale? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest mark1962 Posted September 11, 2013 Share Posted September 11, 2013 i also have a 62 was told that a tank from an early nova will work have not looked into yet as im thinking of selling car due to low funds Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DavidII Posted January 25, 2020 Share Posted January 25, 2020 Is that gas tank still for sale? In desperate need of one!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ted sweet Posted January 26, 2020 Share Posted January 26, 2020 topic is over 6 years old? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
old-tank Posted January 26, 2020 Share Posted January 26, 2020 58 minutes ago, ted sweet said: topic is over 6 years old? What gives? I can never find anything with the search feature on this forum and new members find all kinds of old stuff. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blue_Sky_62 Posted January 25, 2022 Share Posted January 25, 2022 I have a gas tank from a 1962 Skylark. It is in good shape, but needs to be cleaned and sealed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AutoFixitDude Posted July 21, 2023 Share Posted July 21, 2023 I know this topic is over a year old so sorry in advance. I am in the process of adapting a 1970 EL Camino gas tank to work in a 1963 Skylark hardtop coupe. To make this work the frame rail will need to be notched out. My car was hit in the driver rear so I have to repair that section of frame rail anyway. If you still have the tank that would be better as I'd like to keep the car stock. Blue_Sky_62 Do you still have the 1962 Skylark tank? Thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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