62 Am/fm radio wanted

Discussion in 'Parts wanted' started by Les C., Sep 6, 2017.

  1. Les C.

    Les C. Member

    looking for an am/fm radio that I can put in the dash of my 62 LeSabre.
     
  2. flynbuick

    flynbuick Guest

    I do not recall that the factory made one for your car in 1962.
     
  3. Les C.

    Les C. Member

    I was hoping maybe a 1963 would fit and someone had one from a 63.
     
  4. TurboV6

    TurboV6 Platinum Level Contributor

    Don't believe it will fit in a 62, 63 dash was different
     
  5. Les C.

    Les C. Member

    Ok. Thanks. Maybe I will have to use a fm converter in the glove box
     
  6. Smokey15

    Smokey15 So old that I use AARP bolts.

    Maybe Custom AutoSound has them. I bought one for wife's Z/28. Looks original but has modern internals.
     
  7. 66electrafied

    66electrafied Just tossing in my nickel's worth

    I think 64 was the first year that they were offered; (FM mono, not stereo) and it definitely won't fit easily in a 62 dash. The nearest one that has a flat fascia is in 1968. And then you've got size issues as the hole in the 62 may not be physically large enough to accept the receiver.
    You're better off going with a modern retro-look unit or finding a converter at a swap meet.
     
  8. rp455

    rp455 Well-Known Member

    63 was the first year-I had one
     
  9. Smokey15

    Smokey15 So old that I use AARP bolts.

    Les' Buick has the factory Sonimatic AM that functions well, so an aftermarket FM converter would work. It would be cool to mount it under the dash, but 'where?' would be the question. Factory tissue dispenser.
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  10. gs66

    gs66 Silver Level contributor

    He can send it in and have FM and digital added do it still looks original. Jim from AZ on this site does the conversions as well as some others here.
     
  11. Les C.

    Les C. Member

    Might be a good option.
     
  12. mrbuick65

    mrbuick65 Well-Known Member

    Hey Les. I have a real nice fm convertor from back in the day. Not one of the cheapies that k-mart sold. Made by automatic radio. Can send pics to email if requested.
    John
     
  13. mrbuick65

    mrbuick65 Well-Known Member

    I have it posted in the parts for sale under Buick FM convertor. Last post was in May.
    John
     
  14. Les C.

    Les C. Member

    I would like to see some pictures and get a price.
     
  15. Smokey15

    Smokey15 So old that I use AARP bolts.

    Les, here is the ad. I located and copied:

    "This I acquired for my 65 Skylark but plans changed and I don't need it. Not a Buick part however the station pointer looks just like the 65 Skylark pointer. Just tested and working. Set your am radio about 900 and switch the unit on for fm stations. Dimensions 6 3/4 wide x 4 3/4 deep x 2 1/2 tall. Made by Automatic radio in Boston and Toronto. Buyer will have to fabricate a mounting bracket. Need 30$ plus shipping."
    John

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  16. Les C.

    Les C. Member

    Thanks but I think I am going to pass.
     
  17. mrbuick65

    mrbuick65 Well-Known Member

    OK.
    John
     

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