1983 Buick

Other

8 - Cyl.

Automatic

1G4AX37Y4DH483542

Clear

Gasoline

                           THEDAZZLE HEARSE More photos below                 1983 Buick Hearse • Eureka Conversion • Insane Paint Job         Ever wanted a truly unique car? The kind you could call a work of art? Description: The Dazzle Hearse is a 1983 Buick hearse that I've owned since 1999. It has 111,379 miles on it now, and had 50,133 miles on it in 1999. All hearses are custom-modified from a current luxury vehicle; this one is a Eureka conversion. The hearse RUNS and hasn't needed any major engine repairs for a few years. However, there are many problems with the vehicle you should be aware of. The buyer of this vehicle can drive this hearse home -- but  to be a reliable vehicle, some repairs will be needed. A detailed list of known problems is below -- read it! This hearse has held strong for the 11 years I've driven it, with few major repairs to the engine needed. Over the last 3-4 years it's been driven very little, but run at least once a month to maintain the engine. Repairs in the past few years include replacement of all four suspension springs, a couple new tires (spare is included), and replacement of the exhaust system from the engine back. The V8 engine (automatic transmission) is plenty powerful, yet surprisingly good mileage -- about 17 MPG highway / 12 MPG city when I last calculated it about 4 years ago. The interior is a very 80's combo of fake wood grain and blue seats & dashboard. The rear interior has blue velveteen walls and ceiling over a fake wood coffin bed with two lines of coffin rollers. The stainless steel coffin stopper is included. The interior is well-worn but not seriously damaged; for example, no rips in the fabric covering the seats, ceiling, and walls. Bumper to bumper, the whole thing measures 21 feet long. Oh yeah, the paint job... As if a hearse isn't already an eye-catcher, I decided to paint mine dazzle style (see below for more photos). Dazzle Painting was a style of camouflage used for battleships in World War I -- psychedelic, yet military. And so far it's worked -- in 11 years, the Dazzle Hearse has never been hit by a torpedo. It's also gotten fan mail and made countless people smile. And yes, the curtains are custom-made to match the paint job. (Thanks mom!) I've dearly loved this vehicle; hearses are a great ride and extremely well cared for during their professional "life". I've now purchased a newer big vehicle to play with, so it's time to let the old one go.                               Item Title:       The Dazzle Hearse - 1983 Buick Hearse, Eureka Conversion                 Miles:       111,379                 Engine:       V8 -- 5.0 liter                 Fuel Efficiency:       17 MPG highway / 12 MPG city                 VIN:       1G4AX37Y4DH483542                 Color:       Black (actually dark blue) and white                 Length:       21 feet                 Condition:       Runs                 Problems & Defects:        The gas tank has some rust leakage above approximately 2/3 full With the headlights on, left turn signal does not blink Driver's seat adjustment power controls not working Passenger power window switch not working Power lock switches tricky (both sides) Environmental (AC/vent) controls won't change vents or activate AC (but the blower controls do work for heat) Cruise control not working Interior window between driver cabin and back cracked Collision damage on front driver side corner/headlight (see the right side of this photo) Stereo/radio removed Rear door lock mechanism missing (photo) Rear left reflector missing (photo) Fuel gauge not working (I think) Interior rear-view mirror detached from windshield Driver side exterior rear-view mirror cable detached from interior control Underside of front floorboards rusting (but no holes)         Shipping:  The hearse is located in San Francisco, California.  Pickup is preferred.  If you are in northern California, delivery may be possible at extra cost (based on distance). Photos: http://evolution-control.com/trademarkg/auctionphotos/Dazzle%20Hearse/index.html# On Apr-18-11 at 16:35:43 PDT, seller added the following information:Although nobody's asked this, I should point out that even though the hearse is located in California it has NOT passed a California smog check. Actually it hasn't failed one, either... but I strongly suspect it would not pass, so I've always kept it registered in Ohio.