My old Buick

Discussion in 'Classic Buicks' started by socalskylark, Aug 19, 2004.

  1. socalskylark

    socalskylark skylark newbie

    I own a 1956 Century with a 322 Nailhead. It started out life as "Tropical Coral" but today looks more pink and white. I effectionately call her the Pink Whale. What a car. Gets a lot of looks and thumbs up...:)
    I'm in the process of going through the critical systems to assure safety (and not being left on the side of the road). But then I just plan to drive her a little and enjoy. Like to repaint as time and money permit...
     
    socalskylark, Aug 19, 2004
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  2. meanmotor74

    meanmotor74 mmm.....pineapple

    Welcome Skylark Cruiser,
    Sounds like a sweet set a wheels. Lets see some pics of her, sounds like a neato ride!! :TU:

    Patrick
     
    meanmotor74, Aug 19, 2004
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  3. socalskylark

    socalskylark skylark newbie

    photos of the new "Babe"

    Here's a couple of pics of the newest addition to my stable. Other project includes '64 Skylark...
     

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    socalskylark, Aug 20, 2004
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  4. Specman

    Specman Well-Known Member

    Chris' neighbors really love him. He brings home all of the stray cars:laugh: :laugh:
    This is a very cool old cruiser. The interior colors are very strange, green and black. :moonu: I think the designers were doin some shrooms at work that day
    Just bustin your stones Chris. Very cool old ride:TU: :TU:
    Post some pics so everyone can see. You should drive it to Vegas in Oct
     
    Specman, Aug 20, 2004
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  5. Specman

    Specman Well-Known Member

    OK you must be posting at the same time I am. :Comp: Nice pic
     
    Specman, Aug 20, 2004
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  6. socalskylark

    socalskylark skylark newbie

    Here's a photo - not the best example but what the heck, it doesn't look all that good in real life...:laugh: :laugh: :laugh:
    But I'll keep shinin' until it looks good and pink.
    Don't know about Vegas - that might be pushing pretty hard for the old girl.
     

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    socalskylark, Aug 20, 2004
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  7. Specman

    Specman Well-Known Member

    Damn. That car looks 30 ft long in that photo.
     
    Specman, Aug 20, 2004
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  8. DugsSin

    DugsSin Well-Known Member

    Nice selection of cars Skylark Cruiser. Hey the coral color really makes her stand out as a true classic. :TU:
     
    DugsSin, Aug 20, 2004
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  9. gstewart

    gstewart Well-Known Member

    kind of looks like a "mary kay" coloured car . remember the pink cadillacs ?
     
    gstewart, Aug 20, 2004
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  10. buick195646r

    buick195646r Certified Buick Car Nut

    :TU: :TU: Skylark Cruiser

    Hi Chris.

    You Buick is a Nice Find. It would look a little more dressed up with a set of Hubcaps.
    By the way, the faded paint my look pink, but the color is 56N called Tahiti Coral and 1956 was the only year it was offered. The Drivers side outside Mirror mounted on the Left Front Fender was also an upgraded Option. The standard Mirror was affixed to the driver door window opening with set screws. When You take a cruise in that baby, it will be like driving around in your living room.How do you like the push pedal start? Pretty neat.

    Hope You enjoy Your 56 as much as I do Mine

    :TU: :TU: :3gears: :beer :bglasses:

    Tom Gallagher
     
    buick195646r, Aug 20, 2004
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