The time has come to sell my Stage 1. I have another car coming out of the body shop and could use the room. My intent in this add is to offer the car to the Buick community first before I post it on social media sites. Below is a description of the car and although verbose, may answer some of the common questions. Meticulously restored over the last 15 years, this 1970 Buick Stage 1 is the result of a labor of love project. Although the car was in very good condition to start with, it received a body off restoration with a focus on extreme detail, culminating in the car that you see today. This fully documented Stage 1 is the recipient of a high-level body off restoration utilizing many NOS parts. The combination of the Stage 1 engine, air conditioning and a turbo 400 automatic transmission makes it one of less than 1189 originally made. Now, add to that, the additional factory and dealer installed options of tach and gauges, tilt-wheel, AM-FM, map light, remote mirror, passenger mirror, vinyl top, rally ride suspension, posi-traction, power front disc brakes, power steering, upper peak moldings, it may be one of a very few made and even less that have survive today. The multi-year body off restoration is documented by a 2-inch binder full of receipts. The 455 cu.in. was completely rebuilt with performance upgrades and although not matching numbers is the performance preferred 73 vintage block topped with a B4B intake. The engine build is documented with machine shop receipts and accompanied with engine dyno results. The original matching number “BB” turbo 400 transmission was also rebuilt with a slight shift kit. The rear end is a 10 bolt, 3:42 posi-traction unit. Bottom line, the mechanicals are solid. The exterior of the car is beautiful. Painted in the cars original color of diplomat blue and is accented by a white vinyl top. It rolls on 15-inch rally wheels and G60-15 polyglas tires and matching spare. The chrome and stainless on the car are near perfect. The underside of the car is detailed to perfection with all new suspension parts and restored to equal the top side. The beautiful and fully restored bucket seat and console interior is home to a custom wheel, factory tach and gauges, A/C (needs to be charged), tilt wheel, am-fm radio, and other desirable options. The car has won a trophy in every show it has been entered. It holds a AACA first place at a recent national meet here in Florida along with several other awards and is listed in the Stage 1 registry. With such a beautifully restored and highly detailed automobile, I am sure I am forgetting many details so please call me at 786-269-5474 for more information. In conclusion, this is a fully documented Buick Stage 1 car that probably could not be replicated today at double the $77,500.00 asking price.
Juan....beautiful car, good luck with the diplomat blue car. I just re looked at the interview you did with Lou Costabile on your 70 Aqua Mist car...that is the nicest GS I have ever seen. I am a huge Aqua Mist fan and would love to be able to find one in as nice as shape as yours. If you ever decide to let the 70 Aqua Mist go, please let me know as I am within a 3.5 hour drive from you( I live in Sarasota). Again, good luck
Hi richny. Thank you for your comments. The diplomat Stage 1 is sold. Although I was not thinking of selling the Aqua Mist Stage 1, I have received an offer that has started me to re-think that. Welcome to call me and discuss if you like.
Juan- I honestly thought the price you were asking was a "steal". This was very, very well bought! Congrats to you both!!!!
Thank you all that have commented. Yes, it's a great car and as mentioned in the add, could not be restored today at nearly double the price. However, I can't keep them all. Next car on the bucket list is a 70 Judge or RAIV, anybody know of any??
I don'y know if it's real, not to many pics and little description, but maybe? https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/273089538544365/?ref=search&referral_code=null&referral_story_type=post&tracking=browse_serp:a9004485-74ed-48fe-bf84-a71cfbce1864 1970 Pontiac gto Coupe 2D $62,000 53,000 miles, hardtop , very clean, garaged kept
Not sure that Judge is a IV, not that is the tell tale sign but where the hood scoops are would say IV and I am not seeing that , ad doesnt have much detail on the car, would need to reach out to seller. Congrats to the new owner of the 70 GS Stage 1 beautiful car
I know but I believe the op said he was looking for a "Judge or RAIV". Interesting numbers on the 70 Judge RAIV. 1970 Judge Production Code Powerplant description Hardtop Conv. TOTAL WS 366 hp. 4-bbl. man. trans RA III N/A N/A N/A YZ 366 hp. 4-bbl. auto. trans RA III N/A N/A N/A WW 370 hp. 4-bbl. man.trans RA IV 313 12 325 XP 370 hp. 4-bbl. auto. trans RA IV 66 6 * 72 YA/YC 360 hp. 4-bbl. auto. trans 455 14 3 17 Judge totals: 3,629 168 3,797 * Some say it is 7 RA IV automatic convertibles made
That's a nice goat,....a judge is a lifelong desire,..had a 69 carousel red example but couldn't afford to keep it
Here are a couple of 4spd Judge RAIII's one 69 and one 70. The 70 is pricey. https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/616488980547804 https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/807022580782007 1970 GTO JUDGE RAM III $175,000 Price Lowered... Scammers, Negative F. words etc. please move "ON & STOP".. YES the asking price is high, taking Best Offers now at $150K. Per several million$ Car collectors I've been informed the value of this car with "color" is $150-$250K. Thank you for the most civil replies and offers. I'm just kicking the tires on selling, at this value$ I have a fear on driving it and considering offers. He's a True 1970 GTO JUDGE RAM AIR III 400 4spd with 35K original miles "PHS DOCUMENTED" with Build sheet. Frame off restoration. Have the original 14" wheels with new Firestone wide Oval tires. Original orbit orange color and only 161 built with color MINT.... Just out of winter storage Location NY 14425 1969 Pontiac gto Coupe 2D $78,000 1969 Pontiac GTO Judge with PHS Doc / Carousel Red / Black vinyl int Owned since 6/29/2001 Built in Arlington, TX, 4th week of April VIN 242379R165864 400 CU in Ram Air III V-8 Additional pictures available inc numbers break down detail Spreadsheet on repair history Non-stock additions : Electronic ignition , positive battery cable , hi torque starter , kill switch radiator over flow bucket What does not work : Odometer ( 300 miles min to post ) cigarette lighter receptacle , under dash courtesy light
