This 1972 Buick GS 455 Stage 1 convertible was delivered new to Patterson Buick in Mount Airy, North Carolina in October 1971. The car is finished in Flame Orange over Saddle Brown and is powered by a 455ci V8 paired with a four-speed manual transmission and a Positraction rear axle. Features include a white power convertible soft top, air conditioning, power steering, a power-adjustable driver seat, a Rallye steering wheel, and F41 heavy-duty suspension as well as a rear window defogger, tilt steering column, power windows, 15″ Magnum 500 wheels, power front disc brakes, and a push-button AM/FM radio. The car was refurbished during previous ownership at Michael’s Auto Restoration of Winter Haven, Florida, and was acquired by the owner in 2021. This GS 455 Stage 1 is offered for sale with a window sticker copy, manufacturer’s literature, Sloan Museum production data, an MCCN 2017 Concours Gold certificate, refurbishment records, and a clean Florida title.
Approximately 6 GS 455 Stage 1 convertibles were produced for the model year with air conditioning and a four-speed manual transmission. The car was refinished in Flame Orange during previous ownership. Features include a white power convertible soft top, rear wing, quad headlamps, twin hood scoops, polished rockers, door protectors, Stage 1 badging, body-colored side mirrors, and a dual-outlet exhaust that exits through the rear bumper.
The 15″ Magnum 500 wheels wear Buick center caps and are mounted with G60-15 Goodyear Polyglas GT white-letter tires. A full-size spare is mounted in the trunk. The car is fitted with power steering and F41 heavy-duty suspension. Braking is handled by power-assisted front discs and rear drums.
The cabin features bench seats reupholstered in Saddle Brown vinyl joined by a matching dashboard, door panels, and carpets. Features include a power-adjustable driver seat, Hurst shift lever, rear window defogger, tilt steering column, air conditioning, power windows, lap belts for all occupants, and a push-button AM/FM radio.
The three-spoke Rallye steering wheel frames a 120-mph speedometer, 6k-rpm tachometer, and a multi-function gauge with readouts for fuel level, oil pressure, and coolant temperature. The five-digit mechanical odometer shows 96,398 miles.
The 455ci V8 breathes through a four-barrel carburetor and was factory-rated at 270 horsepower and 390 lb-ft of torque. The engine was refurbished during previous ownership, and the fuel tank was replaced.
Power is sent to the rear wheels through a four-speed manual transmission and Positraction rear axle. The transmission was refurbished during previous ownership, and the frame was powder coated.
Features & Options:
This vehicle shows 96,398 miles and is powered by a 455ci V8 paired with a four-speed manual transmission and a Positraction rear axle. Finished in Flame Orange with saddle brown upholstery, it features a white power convertible top along with air conditioning, power windows, a tilt steering column, and a Rallye steering wheel. It rides on 15″ Magnum 500 wheels and is equipped with F41 heavy-duty suspension, power steering, and power front disc brakes. Included are refurbishment records, manufacturer’s literature, an MCCN Showcase Display Certificate, and a copy of the window sticker.
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