The 1987 Buick Regal Grand National holds a special place in automotive history as a high-performance, turbocharged variant of the Buick Regal. Emerging during a period when American muscle cars were experiencing a decline, the Grand National aimed to revive Buick's performance reputation.
Introduced as a limited-edition model in 1982 to commemorate Buick's NASCAR success, the Grand National gained popularity with its sinister all-black appearance and powerful turbocharged V6 engine. However, it wasn't until the 1987 model year that the Grand National truly shone. Equipped with a turbocharged 3.8-liter V6 engine, the '87 Grand National produced a remarkable 245 horsepower and 355 lb-ft of torque, impressive figures for the time. This engine was mated to a 4-speed automatic transmission.
The 1987 Buick Regal Grand National became an instant classic, combining its menacing aesthetics with strong performance. Its success paved the way for the even more potent Buick GNX in 1987, which pushed the limits further with a modified engine producing 276 horsepower and 360 lb-ft of torque. Both the Grand National and GNX are now highly sought after by collectors and enthusiasts, emblematic of a period when American car manufacturers were rediscovering their performance roots