Ted "Wildcat65" Nagel Posted May 1, 2014 Share Posted May 1, 2014 This one found me through this board, a local guy contacted me about it through this board.I finally went to see it and it is the real deal numbers KX block, a/c, cruise, rear wiper, PW PSeat. Full details after it gets to the garage, but a deal has been made and it will follow me home.I had not seen a rear wiper on this model before-how great is that! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnD1956 Posted May 2, 2014 Share Posted May 2, 2014 Interesting how they used the 63 taillights on this wagon. I love the dashboards on these cars! Good luck with this one Ted. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Buicknutty Posted May 2, 2014 Share Posted May 2, 2014 Looks like a nice car, and well optioned out, congrats! Keith Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ted "Wildcat65" Nagel Posted May 2, 2014 Author Share Posted May 2, 2014 Interesting how they used the 63 taillights on this wagon. I love the dashboards on these cars! Good luck with this one Ted.I know, I did not catch that until I looked at a 64 Wildcat and saw the difference. I really like the rear qtr ending in compact fin, tailgate between - very stylin'.I think a Wildcat grill would look just fine on the front :-) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smartin Posted May 2, 2014 Share Posted May 2, 2014 Nice one, Ted! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest wildcat465 Posted May 2, 2014 Share Posted May 2, 2014 Jesus, Ted.My dream Buick. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnD1956 Posted May 2, 2014 Share Posted May 2, 2014 (edited) Oh yeah! the wildcat grill, and black exterior, with some 15" chrome road wheels.... Sorry, just day dreamin... Edited May 2, 2014 by JohnD1956 (see edit history) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pete Phillips Posted May 4, 2014 Share Posted May 4, 2014 Ted,Very nice find, loaded with options as you noted, not to mention the front cornering lights, and rooftop luggage rack. That was one high-dollar wagon when new! I think I have an extra right rear body side molding, if needed, and I have an extra tail light housing provided they are the same as the sedans, which I'm not sure of.Pete Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ted "Wildcat65" Nagel Posted May 5, 2014 Author Share Posted May 5, 2014 One weekend away from picking this machine up! Pete, I was surprised too see the right side moulding in the back of the wagon, it was really straight - surprised me, as did the quality of the interior. Pictures next week. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Centurion Posted May 6, 2014 Share Posted May 6, 2014 Very cool, Ted! Excellent find! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Rob McDonald Posted May 8, 2014 Share Posted May 8, 2014 Scratch a Buick guy and you'll find a station wagon lover underneath. This one's a beaut. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dan at larescorp Posted May 8, 2014 Share Posted May 8, 2014 Sweet wagon! I will definitely be watching this one. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
billbuickgs Posted May 8, 2014 Share Posted May 8, 2014 Ted ,Its just a money pit , If I were you, I would sell it to me !!!!On the otherhand, That is a score ! I saw one at Carlisle 2 years ago, a 62 Invicta wagonwith 2x4's( not sure if it was a replanted 425) dog dish caps, painted wide rim and tires.Anyway good luck with it and keep posting your progess.Bill.Bill Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ted "Wildcat65" Nagel Posted May 12, 2014 Author Share Posted May 12, 2014 Picked it up today- I left the house in the rain but had none while changing tires, pushing car around and loading on trailer, thank you Mom, looking after us today. Pictures soon, but good things are - PW work, including tailgate. 4-note horn sounds huge freight train your in my way. Headliner is perfect and seats are all intact, no holes, barely any wear. Doors close like a vault, nothing like a full frame window to seal up. Engine did not turn with starter, must do some investigation. Hopefully block is ok. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smartin Posted May 12, 2014 Share Posted May 12, 2014 Drag it to St. Louis this weekend...we'll make it run :cool: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JZRIV Posted May 12, 2014 Share Posted May 12, 2014 Wow what an amazing find Ted. Congratulations!!! Its in good hands now. I had no idea factory did the KX super wildcat option in a wagon Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cjp69 Posted May 12, 2014 Share Posted May 12, 2014 Congrats again Ted!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ted "Wildcat65" Nagel Posted May 13, 2014 Author Share Posted May 13, 2014 Pix AM/FM, power antenna, power seat.It is a two seat wagon! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ted "Wildcat65" Nagel Posted May 13, 2014 Author Share Posted May 13, 2014 Nice spare area- no rust here! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ted "Wildcat65" Nagel Posted May 19, 2014 Author Share Posted May 19, 2014 I'm taking the engine apart now. Carbs are on their way to Carmen Faso, rims are on the way to stripper.note to 64 people: rims for this wagon had the larger diameter centering hole- steel rims from a 65 will not work - I will check later if later Formula 5 wheels will bolt up if centering ring is gone. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ted "Wildcat65" Nagel Posted May 21, 2014 Author Share Posted May 21, 2014 cleaned up the front chrome and fixed high beams-all windows are working, AM/FM works, power antenna works, signals work ex cornering lights, blower works and no mouse smell Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest mrdibbles Posted May 22, 2014 Share Posted May 22, 2014 That is one sweet wagon. Nice find and cograts! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ted "Wildcat65" Nagel Posted May 29, 2014 Author Share Posted May 29, 2014 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ted "Wildcat65" Nagel Posted June 9, 2014 Author Share Posted June 9, 2014 Update on the engine- the KX block has #1 piston blown, in pieces and a hole in the cylinder wall. Eventually it will get sleeved, but in the interest of current enjoyment I'm installing a temporary engine. I built one for my black 65 Wildcat that is ready to run- just need to pull pilot bushing and intake.. Let's go! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bleach Posted June 9, 2014 Share Posted June 9, 2014 Hence the reason it was probably parked.I've enjoyed following this thread so far. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ted "Wildcat65" Nagel Posted June 30, 2014 Author Share Posted June 30, 2014 I got all into it yesterday and installed a loaner donor ti the original block can be worked on. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Buicknutty Posted July 1, 2014 Share Posted July 1, 2014 Good progress!Keith Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
buick5563 Posted July 1, 2014 Share Posted July 1, 2014 "Sounds easy if you say it fast!" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ted "Wildcat65" Nagel Posted July 2, 2014 Author Share Posted July 2, 2014 Oh yeah! the wildcat grill, and black exterior, with some 15" chrome road wheels.... Sorry, just day dreamin...OK, I'm going to "test" a Wildcat grill on the wagon. A 64 just popped up in my neighborhood and it now has a new home... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
buick840 Posted July 2, 2014 Share Posted July 2, 2014 OK, I'm going to "test" a Wildcat grill on the wagon. A 64 just popped up in my neighborhood and it now has a new home...Hey Ted, I'm thinking that building you call the "New Mill" is really going to be your new garage to hold all these recent and future aquistions...........I can see it now.......a multi level car storage facility with lifts.......PERFECT !! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ted "Wildcat65" Nagel Posted July 4, 2014 Author Share Posted July 4, 2014 Well, here is the maintenance shop-I need another one for the fleet! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ted "Wildcat65" Nagel Posted July 5, 2014 Author Share Posted July 5, 2014 Progress today; wagon on the lift for Waldrons exhaust install and brake job. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RivNut Posted July 5, 2014 Share Posted July 5, 2014 (edited) The Formual Five wheels 65 - 70 will work if the register rings are removed. I did this to a set an ran them on my '63 Riviera for many years with no problems. I'm with you on the Wildcat grill. If you do the grill, why not go all the way with the Wildcat stainless side trim, buckets, and a 4-speed. The ultimate '64 wagon.Ed Edited July 5, 2014 by RivNut (see edit history) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ted "Wildcat65" Nagel Posted July 6, 2014 Author Share Posted July 6, 2014 I talked with Matt M Friday - I do have the buckets and console but the Bench I in this thing is terrific. Gas tank is out, exhaust hangers are next to be refurbished. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1965rivgs Posted July 6, 2014 Share Posted July 6, 2014 I'm taking the engine apart now. Carbs are on their way to Carmen Faso, rims are on the way to stripper.note to 64 people: rims for this wagon had the larger diameter centering hole- steel rims from a 65 will not work - I will check later if later Formula 5 wheels will bolt up if centering ring is gone.Ted, `64 factory wheels (Wildcat) do not have the centering ring so if you find a `64 set you will be OK. I have original `64 wheels in varying condition depending on your needs. If you are interested send me a PM. Cool wagon...definitely in the right hands.What diff does it have? Just curious, Tom Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ted "Wildcat65" Nagel Posted July 6, 2014 Author Share Posted July 6, 2014 I know, I have a Pallet of these wheels I was going to ship to RallyAmerica. I need to have the set of 65 wheels done for my Sahara Mist Wildcat and the others were mostly 66 style cores for RallyAmerica to sell. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BamaWildcat Posted November 11, 2014 Share Posted November 11, 2014 Glad I stumbled on this thread. I love me some wagons. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ted "Wildcat65" Nagel Posted November 12, 2014 Author Share Posted November 12, 2014 Glad I stumbled on this thread. I love me some wagons.Project stalled for the fall; I just packed the cars for the winter and now thinking about MORE ROOM! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ted "Wildcat65" Nagel Posted April 5, 2016 Author Share Posted April 5, 2016 (edited) http://http://i51.photobucket.com/albums/f376/Wildcat65/wagon 64 dash_zpsxohyyncd.jpg[/IMG]http://i51.photobucket.com/albums/f376/Wildcat65/wagon%2064%20dash_zpsxohyyncd.jpg[/IMG] Edited April 5, 2016 by Wildcat65 (see edit history) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ted "Wildcat65" Nagel Posted July 11, 2016 Author Share Posted July 11, 2016 Hello followers of 64 Wagon news! This project, as all others, is slow. I did manage to run new brake lines to the rear, working on master cyl, front brakes, gas tank, all stuff under th car that is not too interesting. Sean, here is a data tag for you to decode! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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