1986 Buick Regal T-Type Turbo

This 1986 Buick Regal T-Type Turbo is a rare part of 1980s American performance history. Buick built just 1,921 T-Types, compared with 5,512 Grand Nationals, which makes the T-Type the scarcer of the two Turbo Buicks. This example shows 61,000 miles certified by CarFax and AutoCheck, with zero reported accidents. It also comes with its original owner’s books, sales contract, and window sticker. Finished in Charcoal Gray Metallic over Light Gray cloth, it starts easily, idles smoothly, and runs strong. It is priced below current J.D. Power retail book value, a strong entry point into a market collectors continue to watch closely.

Engine & Transmission

3.8L turbocharged V6
Automatic transmission
Magnaflow stainless exhaust
Clean, detailed engine bay
Starts easily, idles smoothly, and runs strong (video available)

Exterior

Charcoal Gray Metallic paint
15-inch aluminum turbine wheels
Cooper Cobra tires, size 235/60/15
Tinted glass

Interior

Light Gray cloth interior
Tilt steering
Factory steering wheel
Factory gauges
Factory-fit AM/FM Bluetooth stereo
Factory air conditioning that blows cold

Suspension & Chassis

Rear-wheel drive
Undercarriage cleaned, painted, and thoroughly detailed

Additional Info

Mileage: 61,000, certified by CarFax and AutoCheck
History: Zero reported accidents
Production: 1,921 T-Types built, compared with 5,512 Grand Nationals
Documentation:
- Original owner’s books
- Original window sticker
- Original sales contract
- Certified CarFax report
- Certified AutoCheck report
Included extras: Original keys and a custom car cover
Pricing: Priced below current J.D. Power retail book value
Condition note: This is a clean, driver-quality classic. It is not a concours or show-level car. You should expect age-appropriate imperfections such as rock chips, scratches, dings, and dents. We cannot drive every vehicle long distances, so we can’t guarantee that every gauge, light, window, horn, or option works as intended. Components on older vehicles can fail with little warning.
Inspection: Iowa is a non-inspection state. Please check your local and state inspection and emissions requirements before purchase.

Low production numbers, documented miles, and a complete paper trail back to the original sale give this T-Type real standing among Turbo Buicks. Whether you’re a longtime Buick enthusiast, a serious Turbo Buick collector, or adding a well-documented performance car to your portfolio, this Regal deserves a close look.

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