1996 Buick Roadmaster

5.7L 8 Cylinder Gasoline Fuel

Automatic

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Up for bid is a 1996 Buick Roadmaster Limited Estate Wagon. Collector's Edition, just like every other '96 Roadmaster. Illinois car, but remarkably no outer body rust and only minor surface rust on the underside as seen in pics. Loaded up with leather and power everything - every option except CD and heated seats, including the Limited package and factory wood delete. Rare dark cherry metallic over tan. Boasting GM's Corvette inspired multiport injected 5.7L LT1 V8 engine and 4L60E 4 speed automatic transmission, she puts down plenty of power and the 2.93 limited slip rear end (GW9 and G80 build codes) maximize traction to the pavement. Trailer preparation "tow package" equipped - car rated to pull 5000 but never had a hitch installed (despite trailer prep name, these did not come from the factory with hitches.) Delivers consistent 16 in town and 24 highway at 70 mph. Regularly maintained - send me your email address and I'll send you the Carfax. Has been my daily driver for the past 700 miles with no issues - runs and drives GREAT, smooth and solid - get in and drive anywhere in confidence. NO RESERVE. Questions? Click "ask seller a question" or call Fred at 315-246-0612. Please allow time for a response as I work 8-5 at a regular job in Charleston. Car available for showing in Mt. Pleasant after 6:30 pm weekdays or any time weekends by appointment. Condition Report ENGINE: Runs on all eight cylinders without smoking, missing or knocking. Engine runs at proper temperature. New battery & good charging system. New plugs and wires. Starts easy, runs STRONG. TRANSMISSION: Performs flawlessly. Engages gears quickly and shifts through all forward gears and reverse with good downshift and torque converter performance. Clean fluid with no burn odors. Shifts perfectly - low mile tight. EXTERIOR: Body: Body is very straight and solid. No outer body rust, and no dents bigger than a few small dings consistent with age. Right rear quarterpanel has been repaired above the trim line, but otherwise no body issues beyond a couple door dings. Paint: Paint is very nice with a handful of minor paint chips consistent with age. Still exceptionally presentable as seen in pics. Wood: None - never had it. Other: Lower stainless bright trim has only a couple very minor dings. Front bumper stainless trim has a couple small dings. No cracks or tears in the plastic bumpers. Rubber side trim is present. Glass is all nice with no rock chips. Solid undercarriage and frame with some minor surface rust as seen in pics, one bubble spot in passenger door jamb, and a couple small bubbles on tailgate sill as seen in pics. Aluminum wheels are in good shape with a couple small blemishes and all center caps present and in nice shape. INTERIOR: Interior of the car is in very nice shape consistent with the mileage. Carpets are nice and clean, dash has no cracks, door panels are in good shape. Headliner is in nice shape with no tears or sags other than above. Leather seats are nice - minor wear on driver's seat and small patch near the lumbar panel. Steering wheel is nice. Non-smoker's car - no smoke odors. Very nice interior overall; better than most this age. ELECTRICAL STUFF: All inspection items work (lights, button horn, wipers, etc.) ALL the power stuff works properly - power windows, power locks, dual power seats, hot heat and cold A/C, tilt, cruise, am/fm cassette, power antenna, rear window release, rear wiper, keyless entry, intermittent wipers, and rear defroster all work properly. DRIVEABILITY: Drives out just beautifully - tight and quiet and strong. Steering is tight, suspension tight, and alignment is good. Brakes work great with newer front pads. Tires are a matched set of Michelins and are near needing replacement but ride smooth rain or shine. Solid, quiet exhaust with no leaks. Limited slip works properly and rear end is quiet. Check engine light is not lit (except at start up as it should.) The only complaint is an intermittent rattle in the mechanical fan belt tensioner - sometimes it makes noise, sometimes not. GREAT driving car as you'd expect of the miles - hop in and drive anywhere. Short version terms: Small deposit as listed (but fast) by overnight mail or Paypal within 24 hours. Balance due in 5 days by cash in person, wire transfer, or Wells Fargo cashier's check. Will meet you or your transporter at my location by appointment after 6 pm weekdays or anytime weekends. No administrative fee on this auction. Any other costs - tax, emissions inspection, registration, etc. are buyer's responsibility - see full terms. 30 days to pick up. Temporary tags available at local license bureau. WILL PICK YOU UP AT THE CHARLESTON, SC INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT weekday evenings or any time weekends. Inspections are encouraged, but by appointment only - please email or call. Note that pickup times are by appointment only also - just call! Prepaid vehicles scheduled for transport can be picked up any time with at least 24 business hours' notice - have your driver call me. I'm happy to drive the car to a nearby large parking lot for easier truck loading.