Smartin Posted January 18, 2021 Share Posted January 18, 2021 (edited) It arrived this morning. I'd love to say I was pleasantly surprised, but I guess it's par for the course for a sight-unseen purchase. Sigh.... The car seems to run just fine. Thee interior needs to be cleaned up. Needs a headliner pretty badly. There are several spots on the car that paint is bubbling. Currently looking for a set of the quarter ELECTRA 225 emblems that go next to the fins in the lower rear of the quarters. Edited January 25, 2021 by Smartin (see edit history) 6 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smartin Posted January 18, 2021 Author Share Posted January 18, 2021 What does the factory paint separation line look like in these cars? I have a hard time believing this is correct... 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smartin Posted January 18, 2021 Author Share Posted January 18, 2021 I think I really stepped in **it when I bought this. I had no idea that the aftermarket for 62's was nearly non-existent. I guess I should already know that since I've been dealing with that on a 62 Olds Starfire I bought last month. Backup lenses for this thing are $225-250 on ebay. So that's not going to happen. It looks like I'll just be getting it mechanically and electrically sound...with some light cosmetic stuff. I would end up in a massive rabbit hole if I tried to go any further with it. The good thing is, there aren't any glaring holes when you look at it from 10 feet. It has REALLY good chrome and stainless. Engine runs well. It needs some decent mufflers installed, as it is only running a pair of glass packs right now. Oy... So...carpet, headliner and sunvisors, dash pad if I can find one. Package tray mesh. New hubcaps coming already. Air cleaner coming. Things that don't work: radio, clock (surprise), power vent windows, antenna, power seat, turn signals, AC, high beams are stuck on. That's all I can think of right now. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lancemb Posted January 19, 2021 Share Posted January 19, 2021 (edited) What does the paint code say? Maybe the car didn't come 2-toned as at least on coupe version it would have the trim wrap around from rear window to separate colors. Edited January 19, 2021 by lancemb (see edit history) 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lancemb Posted January 19, 2021 Share Posted January 19, 2021 (edited) This image (looks like probably original advertisement photo) shows same treatment on 4 door with trim for color separation. Edited January 19, 2021 by lancemb (see edit history) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smartin Posted January 19, 2021 Author Share Posted January 19, 2021 Paint code is JC1 which is Willowmist lower, white painted upper. Not sure what the 1 is. I've looked on the googlez, but every 6 window hardtop I find is photographed in a way that I can't see that line. The 4 door you posted is a 4 window hardtop. The 6 window has an extra rear stationary window behind the back door window. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Centurion Posted January 19, 2021 Share Posted January 19, 2021 (edited) Adam, I am pretty certain that the paint demarcation for the two-toning is correct. I have photos of a few other examples here. There was no stainless trim piece to separate the paint colors. Click on the accompanying photos to enlarge. Congratulations! Very cool car! One theory on the "1" in the paint code: Some years for GM cars, the number refers to the color of the wheels -- body color vs. black. But we'd have to make sure that body color wheels were available for '62. Edited January 19, 2021 by Centurion (see edit history) 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Centurion Posted January 19, 2021 Share Posted January 19, 2021 (edited) Also, Adam, here is a link to a clear image with the similar 6-window sedan, clearly showing the same style of two-toning. Again, click to enlarge. Edited January 19, 2021 by Centurion (see edit history) 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smartin Posted January 19, 2021 Author Share Posted January 19, 2021 Awesome that answers that question. Thanks Brian! It would be neat to see this with body colored wheels. But I would imagine a "1" indicates black, if I were to guess. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smartin Posted January 21, 2021 Author Share Posted January 21, 2021 I gave it a spray wash bath last night and it cleans up pretty nicely. The bumpers are absolutely perfect. 8 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ted "Wildcat65" Nagel Posted January 21, 2021 Share Posted January 21, 2021 (edited) I would like a 62 someday... Grandfather had a 63(edit) 62 LeSabre in blue. I like the Electra. Edited January 23, 2021 by Ted "Wildcat65" Nagel (see edit history) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smartin Posted January 21, 2021 Author Share Posted January 21, 2021 Getting the exhaust system sorted out...need to get rid of those horrible glass packs. also found out that carrier bearing is toast. Add it to the list 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EmTee Posted January 24, 2021 Share Posted January 24, 2021 Interesting that the 2-tone paint scheme simply leaves that raw edge. Although apparently not as new, it it were mine, I'd consider adding a painted pinstripe where the two colors meet. Maybe in a color that mimics the interior? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smartin Posted January 25, 2021 Author Share Posted January 25, 2021 I’m tackling replacing the trunk material myself. Wish me luck🙃 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smartin Posted January 25, 2021 Author Share Posted January 25, 2021 Is there anything wrong here? 😬 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smartin Posted January 25, 2021 Author Share Posted January 25, 2021 Back seat and package tray are out. I’m going to have to consult the upholstery guy to see if I can save these seats without rebuilding everything. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smartin Posted January 25, 2021 Author Share Posted January 25, 2021 Look how faded the green fabric is on the seats. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lancemb Posted January 25, 2021 Share Posted January 25, 2021 That trunk looks really solid. That with the dry-rotted seats indicates this car is probably really solid all around. Is that so? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smartin Posted January 25, 2021 Author Share Posted January 25, 2021 It has been painted, and I can see several of the typical areas where cars rust are bubbling. Bottoms of quarters and a few spots on the doors. It's really nice 15 footer. I think the inner seat foam was just dry/brittle...and the last owner must have used the back seat a bunch, and it just crumbled to the floor. The same issue with the front seat. My HOPE is to kind of surgically remove the seat covers and rebuild the foam, then reinstall the covers. The seat fabric is in pretty good shape....just dirty. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dei Posted January 25, 2021 Share Posted January 25, 2021 I'm looking into doing the seat foam on my Limited also. While it has dried and hardened it is not yet crumbled down like I see yours did as it has not been sat if very much. Good luck with yours and please post your progress. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
old-tank Posted January 25, 2021 Share Posted January 25, 2021 You will be just chasing your tail. When my 55 with original upholstery was about 60 years old the foam turned to power and had that replaced. Not long after that the the seams started opening due to rotten thread...had that repaired. A year later the actual seat cloth upholstery started tearing and separating and the the vinyl developed a sticky surface which could be cleaned but lasted only a few weeks. I worked with SMS to get some original fabric and vinyl and that for sure will outlast me! 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
parkertom Posted January 25, 2021 Share Posted January 25, 2021 On 1/18/2021 at 5:38 PM, Smartin said: I think I really stepped in **it when I bought this. I had no idea that the aftermarket for 62's was nearly non-existent. I guess I should already know that since I've been dealing with that on a 62 Olds Starfire I bought last month. Backup lenses for this thing are $225-250 on ebay. So that's not going to happen. It seems that any time I am sorting through the lenses of vendors at Hershey and Carlisle, I always see lots of 61 Buick lenses....never any 60 (or 62). Any front end or brake parts that carry over to 63? I have some parts that I acquired from a 63 Electra that I can look through if you know of anything that may be needed. Good luck! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smartin Posted January 26, 2021 Author Share Posted January 26, 2021 I should be good on front end and brake parts. Mostly little electrical things that are plaguing the car. The carpet came today...so I ripped out the seats. Found a couple small-ish holes at the front toe board corners...and ca couple spots next to the front doors that are not pretty. I’m just going to ignore them. Carpet is installed now. I’ll be talking with my upholstery guy to see if we can rebuild the foam in the existing lower front and back seats. And searching for a matching green dye to get the color back into the fabric and door panels. headliner has seen better days too. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smartin Posted January 26, 2021 Author Share Posted January 26, 2021 New carpet 7 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smartin Posted January 26, 2021 Author Share Posted January 26, 2021 I got the new trunk boards today. Close enough I guess 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lancemb Posted January 26, 2021 Share Posted January 26, 2021 The foam only can definitely be replaced but old-tank's concern is real. Maybe there is something quick and cheap that can be done to reinforce the seams from the inside while apart. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smartin Posted January 26, 2021 Author Share Posted January 26, 2021 I’m playing upholstery guy tonight. 7 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lancemb Posted January 26, 2021 Share Posted January 26, 2021 (edited) I did trunk on Super Coupe years ago. Mother-in-law's sewing machine had a stitch just like original I used for well covers, and it came out great. I may do it again on 75R. Edited January 26, 2021 by lancemb (see edit history) 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ted "Wildcat65" Nagel Posted January 26, 2021 Share Posted January 26, 2021 I need that same color dye. I think it will have to be mixed as the green is not too popular. Let me know if you find anything... I did purchase a package tray - either REM or PUI and they had the right green on it. Trunk is going to look great! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smartin Posted January 26, 2021 Author Share Posted January 26, 2021 It’s not a winner, but it’s clean and in one piece. I cut the bottom board a little narrow. Oh well...Next! 9 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bill Stoneberg Posted January 26, 2021 Share Posted January 26, 2021 Adam, what are your plans for this car ? Sell or keep ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smartin Posted January 26, 2021 Author Share Posted January 26, 2021 Drive for the season...then likely sell. You know, just like all my other cars😬 1 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lancemb Posted January 27, 2021 Share Posted January 27, 2021 Looks great! Not too shabby... 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sebastienbuick Posted January 27, 2021 Share Posted January 27, 2021 Beautiful Buick ! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smartin Posted January 29, 2021 Author Share Posted January 29, 2021 Don’t laugh...this is going to resurrect this crappy printed circuit board on the back of the instrument cluster. 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lancemb Posted January 29, 2021 Share Posted January 29, 2021 (edited) 3 hours ago, Smartin said: Don’t laugh...this is going to resurrect this crappy printed circuit board on the back of the instrument cluster. Much better than not working! It's nice that it's large enough to do that with! I recommend applying some of this after a satisfactory test. Edited January 29, 2021 by lancemb (see edit history) 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smartin Posted January 30, 2021 Author Share Posted January 30, 2021 Looks like it's working....haven't had it on the road to test the speedometer though. Have to replace the carrier bearing. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smartin Posted January 30, 2021 Author Share Posted January 30, 2021 6 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
avgwarhawk Posted February 1, 2021 Share Posted February 1, 2021 On 1/18/2021 at 4:11 PM, Smartin said: What does the factory paint separation line look like in these cars? I have a hard time believing this is correct... The factory photo shows a piece of trim between the white and lower body paint. I do not see that on yours nor the holes to mount trim. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smartin Posted February 1, 2021 Author Share Posted February 1, 2021 The six-window cars that Brian posted don't have any trim. The 4-window factory photo shows trim, yes. But the other photos I see online of those cars without the extra quarter window have that trim too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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