Erics Muscle Cars is proud to offer this 1972 Buick Skylark Custom Convertible ! Drop the top and unleash pure BIG BLOCK torque with this striking 1972 Buick Skylark Custom with new Convertible top !Combining classic open-air A-body style with serious street performance, this Buick features a professionally built, high-output 455 CI V8 under the hood paired with a stout drivetrain engineered to put the power to the pavement. Drivetrain & Performance Engine: Built 455 cu. in. Big Block V8 with under 5,000 miles delivering an estimated 425 HP at 9.6:1 compression (Price includes original 350 engine _ Internals: Tough forged pistons and forged connecting rods, complemented by a deep sump oil pan and high-flow pickup Induction & Fuel: Aluminum intake manifold topped with a Holley 750 CFM Double Pumper carburetor and high-flow K&N air filter Ignition: Full MSD ignition setup including digital CDI box, distributor, and high-output coil Exhaust: Jet-Hot coated performance headers feeding a true dual exhaust system with Flowmaster 42543 mufflers for a deep, aggressive muscle car tone Transmission: GM TH-350 3-speed automatic transmission controlled via a floor-mounted Hurst V-Matic shifter Rear End: Positraction differential spinning a punchy 3.73 gear ratio for immediate throttle response and hard launches Chassis, Wheels & Safety Steering & Brakes: Power steering with power front disc brakes and rear drums for confident cruising and stopping power Wheels: Classic 15-inch chromed steel wheels with painted centers and factory Buick caps Tires: Meaty BFGoodrich Radial T/A 255/60R15 tires at all four corners, plus a matching-size Dunlop G/T Qualifier spare in the trunk Safety & Interior: Fresh replacement OEM-style lap belts; AutoMeter Pro-Comp Ultralight mechanical oil pressure and water temperature gauges to keep vital engine stats in check Area-by-Area Evaluation & Condition Notes Engine Bay & Mechanicals: Exceptionally clean and dialed in. The 455 fires right up on the MSD digital CDI system, breathes freely through the Holley double pumper, and holds excellent oil pressure with its deep-sump setup. Cooling is efficient, and the Jet-Hot coated headers look sharp while keeping under-hood temperatures managed. Drivetrain & Underside: The TH-350 shifts crisply with positive engagement through the Hurst V-Matic ratchet setup. The 3.73 Posi rear end hooks solid with zero slop or unwanted noise. Suspension and steering components are tight and responsive on the road. Cockpit & Gauges: Functional, driver-focused cockpit. Vital engine parameters are clearly monitored via the AutoMeter Pro-Comp Ultralight auxiliary gauges. Fresh replacement lap belts add peace of mind, and the radio delete keeps the focus where it belongs: on the roar of the 455 through the Flowmasters. Rolling Stock: The 15-inch Buick chrome wheels retain a timeless factory-performance look, nicely filled out by the wide 255/60R15 BFGoodrich tires for an aggressive stance and excellent road grip. Turn-key, loud, fast, and ready for sunny highway cruises or local cruise nights.
