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NOS '67 or '68 Steering Wheel - Black

Discussion in 'Ebay Parts and Cars' started by BUQUICK, Jan 27, 2021.

  1. BUQUICK

    BUQUICK I'm your huckleberry.

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  2. mrolds69

    mrolds69 "The Cure"

    AMES ID, Gary. One of several. I don't need it, already have a spare NOS one.
     
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  3. 67fitz

    67fitz Well-Known Member

    are they worth anything i have one sitting in my basement with the horn button
     
  4. Mike Trom

    Mike Trom Platinum Level Contributor

    Un-cracked versions are rare... I was thinking about taking off my sport wheel and putting the deluxe wheel back on just for a different look. I think the only difference between the 67 and 68 version was that the horn button on the 68 has more of a satin chrome trim, the 67 is brighter chrome... I could be wrong but I thought I read that somewhere. If someone knows otherwise please correct me.
     
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  5. BUQUICK

    BUQUICK I'm your huckleberry.

    I have never looked at part numbers or anything but I think you are right.

    All of my ‘67 stuff is bright chrome which matches the chrome metal dash in a ‘67. I looked at my ‘68 car and it’s got the original in it and it’s satin chrome. I bought a really nice horn button from a guy selling ‘68 parts and it’s satin chrome too. Maybe they switched to the satin chrome in ‘68 since the dash changed from bright chromed metal to the silver and chrome plastic dash? Just my guess.
     
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  6. Mike Trom

    Mike Trom Platinum Level Contributor

    I believe the satin chrome was due to the anti-glare safety changes and probably also to match the dash.
     
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  7. pbr400

    pbr400 68GS400

    If I’m reading it right, the wheel had the same part number for both years-looks like 9749482. (Black). The horn pad is different (9745670 ‘67 Black, 9748212 ‘68 Black).
    Patrick
     
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  8. BUQUICK

    BUQUICK I'm your huckleberry.

    Yes, horn pad the same, but just with different metal surrounding it.

    When I bought the super nice part from the guy selling ‘68 parts I was disappointed when I got it because of the dull chrome. I had never noticed a satin one before and figured it was just a poorly made part. Then I got an all original ‘68 Buick and saw the same satin chrome on that car and figured it was a actually an intentional change by Buick. It’s fun learning new stuff about these old cars.
     
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  9. Mike Trom

    Mike Trom Platinum Level Contributor

    I believe the anti-glare laws in '68 also included the chrome finish on the back of the rear view mirror changing to a matte finish.

    Can't imagine much glare came off the horn button but there is a chance the sun could reflect off it?
     
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  10. jcamp116

    jcamp116 Well-Known Member

    Hi fellas,
    Just got my new 67 GS 400 project and would like to find an original steering wheel for it. Anyone have one they wouldn't mind parting with? Thought I would post here before posting in the parts wanted section.
    Thanks,
     
  11. doveofthesea

    doveofthesea Well-Known Member

    Interesting Thread. I have been restoring steering wheels for a while now. In the last few years Buick GS ones, mostly out of necessity. I currently have two undergoing restoration. I knew of the paint difference between the years 67 gloss, 68 satin. But never realized the chrome trims ring also are different, until today. I feel kind of stupid. That being said I can confirm it and here is the visual evidence. The blue one on top came out of a 1968 Buick Skylark Custom and the steering wheel was blue. The next one down came out of a 1968 GS 400 hardtop parts car that had been T-boned. The next one down came out the skeletal remains of a 67 GS that had been left to the harsh NE weather for over40 years. I found it rotting away, there were few parts worth lugging out of the woods. The last one had never been on a car and was still tagged 1967 GS. Bought it out of a obsolete lot of parts. You can clearly see the difference in the chrome finish. Personally I have that 67 on my 1968 GS400 convert. On a nice sunny day with the top down I like the way she shines....
     

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  12. 67melrob

    67melrob Well-Known Member

    67fitz do you want to sell the nos steering wheel? If so, I am interested.
     
  13. cjp69

    cjp69 Gold Level Contributor

    Old thread, bringing it to the top. Came across an NOS black 67 wheel. What are they worth these days?
     
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  14. cjp69

    cjp69 Gold Level Contributor

    Thanks Rick, I don't own it, just trying to help a guy with pricing.
     
  15. TrunkMonkey

    TrunkMonkey Totally bananas

    Koch’s can make a mold from a pristine wheel. The cost is about $5,000. If enough people were interested in a run, the cost of a fine quality steering wheel would be within reach of a lost of folks. (I was fortunate to get a wheel when 65GS.com had a run made, so I know Koch’s is excellent quality and service)

    The more requested, the lower the cost per person. And the benefit of knowing they will have a mold for future buyers. Not sure if this would be a good place to discuss interest, or if a "poll" thread should be started. (Open to criticism, opinion or direction Jim/Mods?)

    I have a sport wheel, never put it on, as I actually like the look of the original wheel, and was going to try and see if I could repair my wheel as it is cracks on the back of the bottom center portion where the pad is, so it is not noticeable being my interior is black and hard to see the crack. But I would be in for a wheel.

    If enough serious interest to commit, I would contact Koch’s and take the wheel on this. [​IMG] Pun intended...
     
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  16. gokitty

    gokitty Platinum Level Contributor

    I've noticed that 66 windshield wiper arms are bright chrome and 67s are matte finish/satin. I like the shine/glitter of the 66 wiper blades, ,so that is what my 67, Birdie, sports.
     
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  17. 1968_GS400

    1968_GS400 Founders Club Member

    I’d buy one.
     
  18. Max Damage

    Max Damage I'm working on it!

    I would buy one also if the price wan't too insane.
     
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  19. ajesh35

    ajesh35 Well-Known Member

    I’m in
     
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  20. flh73

    flh73 Gold Level Contributor

    Me too
     
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