1965-1967 Buick Skylark Gran Sport
The 1965-1967 Buick Skylark Gran Sport was Buick's mid-size hot rod of the mid-1960s. It was introduced as an option package for the Skylark coupe, hardtop, and convertible, then graduated to separate-series status for 1966.
 1965 Buick Skylark Gran Sport hardtop coupe. See more pictures of Buick cars. |
Power in the first two years came from the big-block 401 V-8 from the full-size Buicks, the pentroof engine that dated from Buick's original 1953 "Fireball" ohv V-8. For 1967, an all-new block arrived with semi-wedge heads, and the model designation changed to GS400. That same year, Buick introduced a junior muscle car, the GS340, powered by an enlarged version of its small-block V-8, and front disc brakes were added to the options list.
All Gran Sports were built on the heavier convertible chassis, and had a heavy-duty suspension and the requisite scoops, stripes, and bulges as battle dress. Quite quick (0-60 mph came up in as little as 6.0 seconds flat according to one contemporary road test), the GS was also one of the better-handling performance machines of the era, and had Buick's customary luxury and solid construction quality.
Prices escalated during the 1980s, making this a good alternative to an Oldsmobile 4-4-2 or Pontiac GTO. The low-production convertibles are naturally the most desirable models.
Pluses of the 1965-1967 Buick Skylark Gran Sport:
- Fast
- Very roadable
- Not oversized for today
- Solid Buick quality
- Handsome furnishings
- Deft styling
Minuses of the 1965-1967 Buick Skylark Gran Sport:
- Very thirsty (requires high octane gas)
- Juvenile "go-faster" add-ons
- Body parts supplies have dried up
Production of the 1965-1967 Buick Skylark Gran Sport:
- 1965: 2-door coupe 11,877; 2-door hardtop 47,034; convertible 10,456
- 1966: 2-door coupe 1,835; 2-door hardtop 9,934; convertible 2,047
- 1967: 2-door coupe 1,014; 2-door hardtop 10,659; 2-door convertible 2,140
Specifications of the 1965-1967 Buick Skylark Gran Sport:
Wheelbase, inches: 115.0
Length, inches: 203.4 (1965), 204.0 (1966), 205.0 (1967)
Weight, pounds: 3,283-3,505
Price, new: $2,845-$3,167
Engines for the 1965-1967 Buick Skylark Gran Sport:
| Type | Size |
Horsepower |
Years |
| ohv V-8 | 401 cid |
325/340 | 1965-1966 |
| ohv V-8 | 400 cid |
340/360 | 1967 |
| ohv V-8 | 340 cid |
260 | 1967 |
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1965, 1966, 1967 Buick Skylark Gran Sport Specifications
The 1965, 1966, 1967 Buick Skylark Gran Sport was a quick hot rod which featured solid construction and luxurious interiors. It was a good alternative to the Oldsmobile 4-4-2 or the Pontiac GTO.
 ©2007 Publications International, Ltd. The Buick Skylark Gran Sport convertible was an attractive car that turned heads. |
Specifications
Engines: Skylark ohv V-6, 225 cid (3.75 × 3.40), 160 bhp; ohv V-8, 300 cid (3.75 × 3.40), 210 bhp 1966 GS ohv V-8, 401 cid (4.19 × 3.64), 325/340 bhp 1967 GS340 ohv V-8, 340 cid (3.75 × 3.85), 220/260 bhp 1967 GS400 ohv V-8, 400 cid (4.04 × 3.90), 340 bhp
Transmissions: 3-speed manual; 4-speed manual, and 2-speed or 3-speed Super Turbine automatic optional
Suspension, front: upper and lower A-arms, coil springs
Suspension, rear: live axle, coil springs
Brakes: front/rear drums 1967 front discs optional
Wheelbase (in.): 115.0 Wagon 120.0
Weight (lbs.): 3,034-3,876
Top speed (mph): 99-122
0-60 mph (sec): GS400 6.0-7.6
 ©2007 Publications International, Ltd. The 1965 Buick Skylark Gran Sport was originally introduced as an option package for the Skylark coupe, hardtop, and convertible. |
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