Its in florida, Id like to buy it but dont think ill be able to, im mentioning it here because he is planning to scrap it if not sold. I was hoping someone could use it. his email : I've been given two quotes for a salvage price of $200 so I wanted to see if there was any interest in actually using the wagon as a work vehicle or for parts. If you bought the vehicle for $350 and decided to just rob parts off of it you should be able to sell it later as salvage and only have $150 invested in a big pile of useable factory equipment. If that doesn't fit your budget feel free to make me an offer. I've been given two quotes for a salvage price of $200 so I wanted to see if there was any interest in actually using the wagon as a work vehicle or for parts. If you bought the vehicle for $350 and decided to just rob parts off of it you should be able to sell it later as salvage and only have $150 invested in a big pile of useable factory equipment. If that doesn't fit your budget feel free to make me an offer. You can restore anything with enough money or time; it helps to have both; I have neither. If you are reworking another wagon, this vehicle still has most of the extra-cost options in decent shape and no broken glass. I think the factory mag wheels alone are nice, and the alternator is a heavy-duty lifetime model. The engine and transmission still seem strong and servicable for someone who knows more about smog equipment repairs than I do. The limited slip differential seems to run quiet. The radio still plays. There is some rust on the driver-side front fender and a large dent in the same side rear fender, but all the grill and bumperwork are in good shape. It has the third seat. All the seat covers are in decent shape with no holes or rips. Just before Christmas the battery gave out so you would need some sort of boost to get it started, but it will probably keep running with no other electrical equipment turned on (lights, AC, etc.) so you could drive it away. This vehicle is NOT suitable for someone who does not have mechanical skills and tools. It is old and cranky and may refuse to run for any number of simple reasons that a person with the right knowledge could fix quickly. The main issue is safety concerning the brakes. They stop the wagon at this time but I know they are very worn. I replaced the steel hydraulic line to the rear brakes a couple of years ago. At that time the rear brake shoes were serviceable but should now be inspected and very likely replaced. To the best of my knowledge none of the flexible brake hoses have been replaced and should also be inspected carefully. The front brake rotors are scored and pitted to the point of not being repairable. I simply installed new pads in July 2005 at 160,000 miles without replacing the rotors. The pads need to be inspected. Because the rotors are so worn the brake pedal pulses when you stop and the wagon shudders slightly in a panic stop. Properly fixing the brakes will require a minimum of new shoes, pads, and rotors. Wheel cylinders, front/rear hoses, drums, and calipers would be a safe bet as well. The other big problem is the engine. Once the wagon warms up, the engine begins to run rough and will stall if you don't keep a slight pressure on the gas pedal. Replacing the spark plugs might help a little but my guess is something in the emission control system or the carburetor is at fault. It is necessary to use your left foot to work the brakes while you ride the accelerator. http://i215.photobucket.com/albums/cc265/jase386/89wagon7.jpg http://i215.photobucket.com/albums/cc265/jase386/89wagon3.jpg http://i215.photobucket.com/albums/cc265/jase386/89wagon2.jpg his address is buick89wagon@aol.com
glad to hear that, at least it wont be scrapped out and not restored, or used for the good of other wagons
Dyna, I think you may have found your fender panels!!! Plus, isn't it the same colors as yours? Lots of great spare parts... and the wheels...
Yep that's kind of what I'm thinking .. plus ton of spares too, it's the right color interior too.. I just asked what kind of payment he takes so lets see what will happen.. Cheers Dyna
Well I think it's to much work with that car, seen the close up pics and it's not that pretty so to say. I know it all depends on distance etc, but you got a few good $$ in repair costs. But sure if somebody want to drive it it's better of with that fellow than with me since I for sure will not do that, but part it out to keep SnowFlake (my 90 wagon) rolling nicely.. Cheers Dyna
He's a car guy, and has a daily driver, I think this will be more of a big-block sleeper kind of deal.
Hi! I'm new here, and thought I'd post a question. You all seem VERY knowledgable about buick wagons. Does anyone know where I could get a set of those Wheels that are on the 89 Buick Wagon that is for sale here on this thread. They kind of look like a turbine and I think are referred to as Rally OR Road wheels? Any info would be greatly appreciated. I'd even be interested in that set on the car from this thread if they weren't needed by the new owner. Thanks, Steve
