1963 Buick Wildcat 4-Door Hardtop

Description

OFFERED WITHOUT RESERVE

Every once in a while, Buick broke from its luxury-car persona and created something truly exciting. And in 1962, that car was the Buick Wildcat. Offered first as a two-door sport coupe, then as a four-door hardtop and convertible in 1963, the Wildcat blended full-size comfort with unique styling and V8 performance. 

The Wildcat featured a 123” wheelbase and a big, 215” body. It was sleek, with a unique grille and dual headlights, sculpted lines, lots of brightwork, and Wildcat badging. And inside, a sport-luxury interior with bench or bucket seats, a deluxe steering wheel, and even a tachometer. That tach kept tabs on the torquey 401ci “Nailhead” V8, which produced an impressive 325 horsepower, then sent it through Buick’s smooth Turbine Drive automatic (as seen here) or a 4-speed manual transmission. And that powertrain used “Advanced Thrust” engineering, which moved the engine forward for better handling. 

Refinished in green with a cream interior, this 1963 Buick Wildcat 4-Door Hardtop was purchased by the seller in 2017/. It has reportedly been kept mostly stock aside from aftermarket wheels, a replacement exhaust system, and an upgraded stereo.

This Wildcat is now offered at no reserve with some spare trim pieces, a spare factory-style radio, and Connecticut registration in the seller’s name.  

Highlights 

• 401ci V8 factory rated at 325 horsepower and 445 lb-ft. of torque 

• 2-speed automatic transmission 

• Independent front, 3-link rear suspension 

• Refinished in GM Sequoia Green with a cream interior 

Factory Equipment 

• 4-barrel carburetor and 10.25:1 compression ratio 

• 12” drum brakes 

• Bench seat 

• 120-mph speedometer and fuel level gauge with clock 

• Deluxe steering wheel 

• The chassis number (6J5023038) decodes as: 

  • 6 – Wildcat 

  • J – 1963 

  • 5 – Wilmington, Delaware assembly plant 

  • 023038 – Sequential production number 

Modifications 

• Aftermarket 15” wheels wearing BFGoodrich Silvertown tires 

• Retro-style stereo

Servicing & Documentation 

• 2018: Exhaust system replaced 

Known Imperfections 

• Some paint imperfections

• Brightwork shows some pitting 

• Rust on the hood and engine bay (see photo gallery)

• Antenna and brake pedal pad are missing 

• Worn carpet 

• Cracked dashboard and discoloration on the side of the rear bench seat 

 Ownership History 

This 1963 Buick Wildcat 4-Door Hardtop was acquired by the seller in 2017.

Included Items 

• Factory-style stereo 

• Assortment of spare trim pieces 

Additional Information

• This Wildcat is registered in a state that does not issue titles for vehicles of its age. It is offered with Connecticut registration.