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1987 Turbo T WE4 Grand National T type

Make: Buick
Model: Grand National
SubModel: T
Type: Sedan
Trim: WE4
Year: 1987
Mileage: 89,100
VIN: 1G4GJ1176HP434824
Engine: 3.8 Turbo
Cylinders: 6
Fuel: Gasoline
Transmission: Automatic
Interior color: Gray
Drive side: Left-hand drive
Vehicle Title: Clear
Item location: Mount Sinai, New York, United States

1987 Buick Grand National WE4 Additional Info:

* Please Look at the Videos posted below.

1987 Buick Regal Turbo-T WE4, Astro Roof – 89,000 Miles

NEW PARTS:

Engine – New Long Block, Factory Spec Rebuild (See details)

Transmission – CK Performance Fresh Rebuild

NEW Water pump

NEW Alternator

NEW Battery

NEW Fuel Pump & Sending unit

NEW Overflow and Washer tanks

NEW All Silicon intake hoses and clamps

NEW K&N Filter

NEW Spool Fool Bumper Fillers (Fresh paint)

NEW Front Air Dams

NEW Spark plug Wires

NEW Spark Plugs

History of the WE4:

On Nov. 15, 1986, Buick issued a bulletin to all dealers stating it would begin production on Dec. 8, 1986, of a limited number of factory “lightweight” Regals, marketing the option as the Regal WE4 Turbo ‘T’ Package. (This also may be referred to in some literature as the Regal “Special Turbo ‘T’ Package.”) Buick wanted to promote Regals with the WE4 Turbo ‘T’ option as being similar in appearance to the Grand National, minus the rear spoiler. All Special Turbo ‘T’ Package Regals would be identical with a blacked-out exterior, all-gray interior trim package, special exterior badging that included a red ‘T’ on the front fenders, aluminum wheels, aluminum bumper supports and aluminum rear brake drums as opposed to the Grand National’s cast-steel drums. All of this would make the Regal WE4 Turbo ‘T’ lighter and hence, faster than a Grand National, and for a lower price.

This new WE4 Regal lightweight would still be rated at the conservative 245 hp with 355 lbs.-ft. of torque, but its weight reduction would allow it to average in the mid-to-high 13-second range in the quarter-mile. Buick produced a limited run of 1,547 lightweight Regal WE4 Turbo ‘T’ cars while some 20,194 buyers opted for a Grand National in its final-year run.

If you want a car that looks like a Grand National that is more rare than a Grand National and you don't mind trying to explain to people what the car is then get a WE4.

I have owned this car since 2004. Has always been garaged and covered. Never driven in rain or snow.

Car:

1987 WE4 with 89,000 original miles. Has the VERY RARE, factory Astro Power moon roof. Factory installed spoiler.

Engine:

Engine is a brand-new factory rebuild with an existing warranty for 2 years. Here is an excerpt directly from the Engine MFG Website. Engine has approximately 50 miles on it plus break in run time.

  • Engine blocks are magnafluxed, cylinders bored and precision honed, and main saddles line honed to exacting OE specifications
  • Camshaft bearing line bored for accurate center to center clearance
  • Engine blocks and cylinder heads precision surfaced to ensure proper sealing
  • Cylinder heads magnafluxed or dye checked and machined for three angle valve seats
  • Crankshafts are stress relieved, precision ground, and micro polished for optimum durability and surface finish
  • Camshafts precision ground or replaced with new to maintain the OE profile
  • Each engine is tested for compression, oil pressure, oil leaks, unusual engine noise, and general operation condition before shipment
  • Engines ship with a finishing gasket set (oil pan, valve cover, intake etc.)
  • SIM Tested for Compression, Leaks, Noises & Oil Pressure
  • ISO 14000 & ISO 9001 Quality Control

Engine runs smooth and strong with no issues. Additionally, when the new motor was put in, the intake and exhaust manifolds were cleaned, glass beaded and painted as well as all bracketry and bolts for the entire engine bay. New alternator, Water pump, Battery, Belt, All intake hoses and clamps, Plugs and Plug Wires are all brand new.

SALE OF VEHICLE INCLUDES ORIGINAL, MATCHING NUMBERS ENGINE BLOCK.

Interior:

Interior is stock gray. Seats are all in perfect shape with very little wear if any, No rips, tears, stains or anything of the like. Sale of the vehicle comes with a brand-new gray carpet for the interior. As you can see, there is nothing wrong with the original carpet

Body / Exterior / Paint:

Overall the paint is 7 out of 10. It is showable quality in the respect that you can bring it to a show and it looks great. There are minor blemishes all around such as clear coat showing fading on the rear quarters. Has your typical rock chips etc. that would be expected on a 30 year old car. The paint has been touched up in various areas over the years. The front and rear bumpers are freshly painted, the front and rear bumper fillers are Spool Fool (Best quality and fit on the market ($700)) And are also freshly painted. The passenger door was damaged so it has been replaced with a new door, fresh paint, new window motor and new window sweeps. Please look at the video of the walk around which speaks for itself.

Rims / Tires / Brakes:

Rims are 16” Weld rims. The car will also come with a full set of factory rims WITH Center caps. Tires on the factory rims are not the greatest. Front brakes are stock with drilled and slotted rotors. Plenty of life left. Rear brakes are aluminum drums.

Rear End / Drive Trane

This car used to have a more powerful engine in it so from the transmission back it is built. 3” Chromoly Driveshaft with 1350 U-Joints, Yolk and Input shaft. Rear has a girdle, Auburn Posi, 31 spline moser axles, C-Clip eliminators, and extended wheel studs with 3.42 gears.

Suspension:

Stock front suspension. Rear has air bags in both shocks with fill ports on the underside of the rear bumper. Rear has adjustable upper control arms, extended lowers, and HR Parts N Stuff anti Roll bar.

Gauges:

All Sport Comp: Boost (35 lb), Water Temp, Oil Pressure, Tachometer, Fuel Pressure (Kenne Bell). Scanmaster 2.1.

Non Functioning Items:

Interior light, Power Antenna, electric trunk release, Power Locks. AC is installed but needs to be charged and gone through.


I reserve the right to end the auction at any time as the car is for sale Locally.

Please call or text with any questions or more picture requests: Tyler - 516-356-6238

Thank You!

Walk Around - https://youtu.be/uukSMzNYyK8

Engine - https://youtu.be/X15OYCF8JoQ

Start and Drive - https://youtu.be/p1LYgrfC1Sk

Boosted Drive - https://youtu.be/gYksYmmXgOg

Shifting Gears - https://youtu.be/CsUdAM_GDYc