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1987 Buick Regal

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$89,900

1987 Buick Regal

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Vehicle Details

Make

Buick

Model

Regal

Year

1987

Body Type

Coupe

Exterior Color

Black

Interior Color

Black

Transmission

Automatic

Drivetrain

RWD

Fuel Type

Gasoline

Engine

3.8L Turbocharged V6

Condition

Excellent

Description

This 1987 Buick Grand National is powered by a turbocharged 3.8-liter V6. Repainted in Black over Black and Sand Gray cloth upholstery, the car is also equipped with a four-speed automatic transmission, a limited-slip differential, 18"³ CCW alloy wheels, Ridetech coilovers, a rear spoiler, an aftermarket stereo, air conditioning, and cruise control. The car was purchased by the previous owner in 2014.

This Grand National now shows 1,800 miles and is offered at MGM Classic cars with parts receipts, spare wheels and tires, a car cover, a clean Carfax report, and a clean Florida title. The car has been repainted in its factory shade of Black (19) and fitted with replacement fiberglass bumper trim. Exterior details include a sculpted hood, sport mirrors, a decklid spoiler, and dual exhaust outlets.

CCW Classic 18"³ three-piece wheels with black-finished centers are mounted with 265/35 front and 275/35 rear Nitto Invo tires. Adjustable Ridetech coilovers have been fitted, and a Wilwood booster has reportedly been added to the front disc and rear drum braking system. Stock wheel and tires also come with vehicle.

The front bucket seats and the rear bench are upholstered in Black and Sand Gray cloth, with Turbo 6 embroidery on the front headrests. Additional appointments include air conditioning, a rear-window defogger, and an aftermarket stereo. The tilt-adjustable, leather-wrapped steering wheel frames an 85-mph speedometer, a tachometer, and gauges for boost pressure and fuel level.

The five-digit odometer shows 1,800 miles, approximately 600 of which were added under previous ownership. Power is sent to the rear wheels through a four-speed automatic transmission and a limited-slip differential. An aftermarket exhaust system has been fitted.

Told by its Creators The Buick Grand National is a collectible item due to its unique blend of performance, style, and limited production. 2 sets of keys comes with GN-Clean Carfax with 2 original owners! TRADE-INS WELCOME! IF YOU can dream it… YOU can do it!! Check out my Video Clip!!! MGM Buy it Now price $89,900.00 Financing available $9000 down payment Must have good credit Sales tax/delivery can be financed Apply today on our website Text zip code for delivery quote 847-848-1850 All cars are sold in as-is condition Shown by appointment only! WE HAVE OVER 180 CARS IN STOCK! WE OWN OUR INVENTORY! NO CONSIGNMENTS NO INFLATED COMMISSIONS! BUY WITH CONFIDENCE 100% CUSTOMER FEEDBACK OVER 500 (5) STAR REVIEWS! OVER 180 vehicles in STOCK! MGM Classic Cars LLC 150 S. Church Street Addison, IL 60101 Mon-Fri 9 am-5 pm Sat 10 am-3 pm Visit our website Mgmclassiccars.com
Trim: Grand National Turbo 2dr Coupe
Body Style: 2
Fuel Type: Gasoline

Buick Regal Buyer's Guide

Full guide
M
Mike Sullivan
Muscle Cars
1973–1987
~3 min read
Updated Apr 2026
The Buick Regal Grand National and GNX are legends of the turbocharged 1980s — cars that humiliated Ferraris at stoplights and proved that American engineering could match European performance on its own terms. But the Regal's story is richer than just the performance variants.
This guide covers
8-point inspection checklist
Common issues & what to avoid
In-person inspection guide
Market pricing by year & condition
4 FAQs answered
History & fun facts

Buick Regal Market Overview

Based on 25 Buick Regal listings currently on ClassicCarsArena.com

25
Listed Now
$41,720
Avg. Asking Price
1979–1987
Year Range
Price Position on Our Site — Above Average
This car: $89,900
Low: $6,495 High: $89,900
Transmission Distribution
Automatic 88% ◄
Condition Distribution
Excellent 20% ◄
Good 20%
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Buick Regal Buyer's Guide

Mike Sullivan here. The 1987 Buick GNX is the fastest American production car of its era. That's not hyperbole — the GNX ran the quarter mile in the low 13-second range, making it quicker than a contemporary Corvette, faster than a Ferrari 328, and quicker than nearly anything else for sale in an American showroom. GM's own engineers reportedly drove the final prototypes against a Ferrari Testarossa and the GNX won.

But here's what the GNX legend obscures: the broader Regal family from 1973 to 1987 is an undervalued platform with excellent bones, strong parts support, and collector interest that extends well beyond the turbocharged variants. The G-body Regal that spawned the Grand National is one of GM's most capable platforms, and even the standard V6 and V8 Regals represent good value in the current market.

What to Check Before Buying

Grand National Documentation — Verify boost gauge, shift light, and underhood components are original GN equipment — not add-ons.
GNX Serial Number (if claimed) — Confirm the ASC/McLaren GNX serial plate and have a Buick specialist verify all GNX-specific components.
Turbocharger Condition — Check turbo shaft for play — hold the shaft and wiggle laterally, any movement indicates bearing wear.
Intercooler Condition — Inspect intercooler core for damage and verify it's free of oil contamination.
Lower Quarter Rust — Probe lower rear quarters and rockers — G-body rust in these locations.
Dashboard Condition — Inspect plastic dashboard for cracking — a common issue on 35+ year old GM interiors.
Transmission Operation — Test TH200-4R or TH350 through all ranges — smooth shifts with no slip.
Head Gasket — Check oil for coolant contamination and exhaust for white smoke — 3.8L head gasket is a known wear item.

Common Issues

Grand National clone cars built from standard Regals — documentation verification is essential. Turbocharger shaft wear and intercooler deterioration on high-mileage GN examples. Lower rear quarter and rocker panel rust. Plastic dashboard and interior trim deterioration on 1980s examples. 3.8L V6 head gasket issues on high-mileage or overheated engines. TH200-4R automatic transmission wear on performance-driven cars.

What to Look For

On Grand National and GNX cars, verify documentation before paying any performance premium — boost gauge, shift light, and specific underhood components are all verifiable. For GNX cars, the ASC/McLaren serial number plate and GNX-specific suspension and turbo components must all be present and verifiable. For all turbocharged Regals, inspect the intercooler condition and the turbo for shaft play. On standard Regals, check for rust at the lower rear quarter panels and rocker panels. Verify the automatic transmission operates smoothly through all ranges.

Price Guide

Standard Regal V6 or V8 (1978–1987): $5,000–$14,000. 1984–1985 Grand National T-top: $18,000–$32,000. 1986 Grand National: $25,000–$45,000. 1987 Grand National: $35,000–$65,000 for clean low-mileage examples. 1987 GNX (verified): $80,000–$180,000+. Clone GNs misrepresented as genuine: avoid without documentation.

Did You Know?

The 1987 Buick GNX outran a Ferrari 328 GTS in a comparison test conducted by Car and Driver — achieving 0-60 in 4.7 seconds to the Ferrari's 5.8 seconds. Only 547 GNXs were built, all in 1987, all black, all numbered. The turbocharged 3.8L V6 in the Grand National was controversial inside GM — Corvette engineers reportedly objected to a Buick outperforming their flagship, though the LT5-powered Corvette ZR-1 program had in fact already begun in 1985.

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