Surface corrosion is visible under black paint and carpet liners. Out back, the trunk retains a factory logo mat along with a jack and spare wheel. Red paint on the engine and black on the surrounding sheet metal are correct. A 3-speed Turbo Hydramatic was the standard transmission for the Centurion. The engine bay looks mostly stock and uncluttered other than a disconnected intake air pre-heater hose. The car runs and drives well according to the seller, who also says it seems well-cared-for overall. The 455 cubic inch V8 underhood was optional for 1973, and with a four-barrel carburetor was originally rated at 250 horsepower using the new “net” ratings. The dash retains its original AM/FM radio, and all power accessories including the seat, windows, locks, and antenna are said to work well. Factory air conditioning is equipped but does not blow cold. Instrumentation remains clear and the 136k-mile odometer reading is believed accurate by the seller. The stock steering wheel looks undamaged, as do other controls and the driver-centered switchgear.
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The dash cap and other plastics appear free of splits or excessive wear in photos, and wood-look dash inserts are clean. Door panels show light signs of use, but no visible distortion or sagging. Inside, chestnut vinyl upholstery is assumed original and shows well overall for its age, though the front passenger seat is torn as detailed in the gallery below. Carpeting looks original as well, and has some discoloration along with wear in the driver’s footwell. The Centurion was the only convertible offered by Buick for 1973, and the folding top on this example is thought to be a newer item. Fit is good with no visible tears and a clear rear window, and the top reportedly powers up and down as it should. Centurion-specific badging replaced the triple shields used on other Buicks. Rubber inserts remain serviceable with some distortion.
The 1973-only taillights and vertical toothed grille appear intact, with details of the latter continuing underneath each set of headlights.
The Cenurion’s styling omitted the fender-mounted “VentiPorts” normally found on full-size Buicks.Ĭhrome bumpers, headlight surrounds, and other trim looks straight throughout and retains a good shine despite small dings and light pitting. As a California car, the body is said to be free of major rust, and corrosion appears limited to small areas near rocker trims and under the flaking paint.
Sheet metal is largely clean and straight aside from scuffs and dents on each of the rear quarter panels. Steel wheels wear Centurion logo covers and older Firestone whitewalls with good tread remaining. White paint is thought to be mostly original as are the twin gold pinstripes. The finish wears an even sheen and an air of general use up front, while chips, flaking, and crazing are prevalent in the rear quarter panels. Its sale includes a clean California title. The car wears California blue plates, features a newer powered convertible top, and is said to run and drive well. Powered by a 455ci V8 mated to a 3-speed automatic, this example was recently donated to a charity and is being auctioned by the selling dealer on their behalf. The relatively uncommon Centurion was sold as the sportier version of the full-size LeSabre from 1971-1973, during which time 10,296 convertibles were produced. This 1973 Buick Centurion convertible is described as an essentially original, lifelong California car with 136k miles.
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