[{"id": 17002424, "authorName": "schuh17", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/schuh17/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZtQJnliOCBQ \r\n\r\nThe best Buick Centurion salesman of all time.....", "likes": 17, "timestamp": 1741280111, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17002446, "authorName": "alishyuz", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/alishyuz/", "bidAmount": 1000, "content": "USD $1,000 bid placed by alishyuz", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1741280293, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 17002450, "authorName": "white78", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/white78/", "bidAmount": 1971, "content": "USD $1,971 bid placed by white78", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1741280344, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 17002654, "authorName": "Craven", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/craven/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "More dignified than a muscle car, with plenty of power and comfort. Whew", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1741281603, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17002870, "authorName": "BeachBound52", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/beachbound52/", "bidAmount": 10000, "content": "USD $10,000 bid placed by BeachBound52", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1741282756, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 17002850, "authorName": "eggsalad", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/eggsalad/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "This may be (or is a twin to) a car I rode in as a 16 year old. My buddy's dad was the Chief Justice of the county court and his dad would let him use the car. Let me just say that it's really easy to get out of receiving a speeding ticket when the cop looks at the registration and sees the name of the Chief Justice.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1741282819, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17004041, "authorName": "stathios (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/stathios/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Good afternoon everyone,\r\n\r\nThank you all for your kind words and interest. We are pleased to present this 1971 Buick Centurion Convertible with the excitement of NO RESERVE. Please reach out here in the comments or with the \u201ccontact seller\u201d button above with any questions or to schedule an in person inspection. \r\n\r\n@craven I agree with you. My personal take is that this Buick Centurion really makes for an exciting classic convertible with plenty of power while having all the convenience features for optimal enjoyment. This includes factory AC, AM/FM radio, power windows/top, power steering, power brakes with front discs, and of course, the 455ci V8 and automatic transmission that provide excellent power. All of these features make driving this classic Buick highly optimal in the modern world and far more ideal/easy than most cars of this vintage. It also has a very nice color combination that is confirmed to be factory correct on its data card. \r\n\r\nBest,\r\nStathios", "likes": 5, "timestamp": 1741286105, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17004518, "authorName": "Bordeaux", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bordeaux/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "What a magnificent classic shape! And so many \"contemporary\" extras like automatic, electric top, air conditioning, disc brakes, power steering, lap belts and so on. When you see this car, you might think it's from yesterday but not fifty years old.\r\n\r\nFor a long time, the saying was: When better cars are built, Buick will build them. That's exactly how it was. And today? Nice SUVs, that's it.\r\n\r\nO tempora, o mores (Cicero)", "likes": 5, "timestamp": 1741287398, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17007839, "authorName": "pjgaglione", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/pjgaglione/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Has the grill been replaced? This appears to be more like the grill used on the LeSabre. Also, can you get a photo of the carburetor id number ?", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1741298327, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17008940, "authorName": "stathios (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/stathios/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@pjgaglione Thank you for your interest. To me, the grille on this Centurion appears to be original. The 1971 LeSabre grille was very similar though maintained a more horizontal slat design with recessed black inlays whereas the 1971 Centurion maintained a full grid design in chrome. For a more direct comparison, I attached side by side photos of both front ends here; this actual 1971 Centurion in red listed and a 1971 LeSabre in blue that was previously sold by Raleigh Classic. It is these subtle differences that make the 1971 Centurion such a special car.\n\nI will circle back with the carburetor ID number shortly, stay tuned.\n\nBest,\nStathios", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1741303810, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17008977, "authorName": "PatD55", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/patd55/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I had a 1972 version of this car in blue/white. Nice driver. GLWTA\u2026", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1741304137, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17009374, "authorName": "1969HurstOlds", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/1969hurstolds/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Are those '74 hubcaps I spy? Always liked the Buick chrome road wheels on these. Always loved the flowing lines and body sculpted bumpers on the full sizers from GM in '71. Sorta cross between fuselage styling and formal baroque in these captivating full-sizers.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1741307668, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17009601, "authorName": "Stratoclipper", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/stratoclipper/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "The seller is correct; the car wears an authentic 1971 Centurion grille. @1969HurstOlds, these indeed appear to be 1974 - 1976 Electra 225 wheel covers. The seats have clearly been re-upholstered, but not sewn in the original pattern. I owned my family's '71 Centurion for more than fifty years, and these are fine, high quality cars that are a pleasure to own and drive. The Buick 455 is a superb engine.", "likes": 4, "timestamp": 1741309333, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17009883, "authorName": "1969HurstOlds", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/1969hurstolds/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Pretty familiar with these, overall. Had a '70 Electra 225 convertible and a '72 Electra Limited Coupe. Great cars and easy to live with, if you don't mind the mileage.\n\nCurrently have a '48 Roadmaster Estate Wagon, '57 Roadmaster 75r, '65 Riv GS, and '70 GSX Stage 1, in the Buick portion of fleet.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1741311823, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17010298, "authorName": "Boatymcboatface", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/boatymcboatface/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Very nice example of one of the best Buick years and that 455 is a real brute. Well done Stathios.", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1741316441, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17010378, "authorName": "74Impalacustom", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/74impalacustom/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "As someone who drove a 1971 Buick Estate Wagon I know that Buick 455/4 is an awesome power plant.\r\nYou could even get a higher output 455 with the GS option.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1741317542, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17010469, "authorName": "Stratoclipper", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/stratoclipper/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@74Impalacustom, Buick offered the \"Modified High Performance 455\" as an option in the Centurion, which is the same engine utilized by the Riviera GS. My understanding is that this engine had the larger valves of the 455 Stage 1 (available on the GS 455), but lacks the Stage 1's more radical camshaft. Buick felt that its customers for the full-size cars and Riviera would not welcome the rougher idle of the Stage 1 engine.", "likes": 4, "timestamp": 1741319237, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17011288, "authorName": "goldengup", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/goldengup/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Looks like it has been bell enjoyed and could be for years to come! Perfect for the Hamptons, or summer fun anywhere...\r\nGLWA, Gup", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1741354096, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17016380, "authorName": "stathios (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/stathios/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@pjgaglione Please find photos of the carburetor and its stampings here:\r\n\r\n@boatymcboatface Thank you and I agree. This 455 was factory rated at 510 lb ft of torque. It can really pin you to your seat! \r\n\r\nBest,\r\nStathios", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1741380177, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17017795, "authorName": "pjgaglione", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/pjgaglione/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Thanks - that checks out as the original carb.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1741384232, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17018446, "authorName": "loggdon", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/loggdon/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I have the younger sister to this car. A 72 LeSaber Custom convert, triple black, 455 that I bought here on BaT three years ago. Mine is somewhat of a hot rod with FiTech fuel injection, Edelbrock intake, tubular headers and a Comp Cam. I've lowered it 2\" all around and added 18\" custom wheels and tires. Love the car. It's a joy to drive.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1741385922, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17019127, "authorName": "gbaber", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/gbaber/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I bought one of these in the early 90's, a 1 owner car in dark blue with white conv top & interior. It had the optional L76 HP 455 with dual exhaust. It also had a unique wiper feature with a button at the end of the shifter lever. Great car with a ton of torque! I sold it to my older brother shortly after, he drove it daily for a few years and loved it.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1741388159, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17027136, "authorName": "MARTY_ROTH", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/marty_roth/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Ours was a red 1971 LeSabre convertible with white cpnvertible top and white vinyl interior, but with the smaller V8 - still more than enough hustle. Wife and I, along with both kids and both Dalmatians rode the front seat for Mardi Gras parades, and along the River Parishes River Road on Xmas Eve to enjoy the Cajun Bonfires, lighting the way for Pere Noel. Sometimes the whacky new style convertible top frame would fold backward and take a while to straighten. The A/C was perfect, even with the top down during parades.\r\nI mistakenly sold it to a local lawyer who abused it for 3 years and then tried to sue me for thrice what he paid for it when the transmission developed a leak. I \"almost\" politely reminded him that the \"Bill of Sale\" he signed clearly stated \r\n\"AS-IS - WHERE-IS with No Warranties Implied, Stated, or Assumed\". \r\nUltimately, it was replaced with the '70 triple black Cadillac convertible and thew red '63 Impala convertible, both of which were faantastic cross country cruisers.", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1741482382, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17028720, "authorName": "stathios (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/stathios/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Marty_Roth Thank you for the awesome story about your 71 Buick! I\u2019m sorry you had the misfortune of selling to a vexatious buyer. If you never want to risk having an issue such as the one you unfortunately experienced, please reach privately out to consign any of your cars with us.\n\nBest,\nStathios", "likes": 4, "timestamp": 1741533128, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17051347, "authorName": "terrays", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/terrays/", "bidAmount": 10500, "content": "USD $10,500 bid placed by terrays", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1741737214, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 17051543, "authorName": "stathios (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/stathios/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Good evening everyone,\n\nWe were able to find a digital copy of a 1971 Buick Centurion road test article from the era. It is scanned here an added to the gallery above. While the car they tested was a sedan and this example is a convertible, it still does a great job outlining how cutting edge the 1971 Centurion was at the time. \n\nThank you,\nStathios", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1741739436, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17052387, "authorName": "PatD55", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/patd55/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Nice car and GLWTA. I had a 72 Centurion convertible in medium blue metallic with a white interior and top. A good car. I sold it to an older gentleman in Harrisburg PA in 1988. It went through a Carlisle auction a couple of years ago and I have no idea where it is now. The auction winner of this 71, will get a nice car that is suitable for driving today\u2026", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1741749777, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17060632, "authorName": "dawgeq87", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/dawgeq87/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "The Buick 455 Wildcat engines is how they fired up the SR-71!! Damn good power-plants.", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1741816868, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17060644, "authorName": "dawgeq87", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/dawgeq87/", "bidAmount": 12500, "content": "USD $12,500 bid placed by dawgeq87", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1741816973, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 17060906, "authorName": "MARTY_ROTH", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/marty_roth/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@stathios (The Seller)\r\n\r\nWhile I really don't need it, it is very easy to WANT.\r\nI'll be watching to see if it will twist my arm ( or mouse finger).\r\nI don't know if this was addressed, but \r\nDoes the A/C cool properly, as needed here in the deep south?\r\nAny repairs or maintenance suggested?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1741819072, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17061620, "authorName": "stathios (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/stathios/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@MARTY_ROTH\r\n\r\nThank you for your interest and well warranted \"want\". As mentioned in the listing, the AC does not currently blow cold. Please see the detailed gallery/video above to assess the condition of this Buick as everything is shown from the entire undercarriage to the windshield wiper washer jets functioning in the video. If you would like any specific photos/videos please ask. At the end of the gallery, there is over $8,000 of service history done in increments every year or so dating to 2014 which is when the servicing shop started keeping digital records. The local premier shop Georgica Services has been maintaining this car since the current owner purchased it in the 1990s though we only have the digital records dating to 2014 shown in the gallery above. \r\n\r\nWith the last service being at the end of 2024, personally, the only thing I would do is hop in and hit the beach. \r\n\r\nPlease know it is not too late to schedule an in person inspection with the \"contact seller\" button above. \r\n\r\nBest,\r\nStathios", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1741825336, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17062179, "authorName": "acemobilesrq", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/acemobilesrq/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@dawgeq87 unfortunately swapped over to BB Chevy in later years after they realized Buick parts were drying up. I guess someone in the Air Force realized they can't hang the program on a builder like TA Performance to keep start cart engines in stock. But still, Buick FTW until GM killed off full division independence. There's a (likely many) YouTuber that has some great content about the SR-71 start cart program but 1 in particular I watched recently that detailed the changeover to Bowtie power.\n\nThis car is gorgeous! I could see myself as Andy Dufresne heading for the Pacific in this.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1741832036, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17063307, "authorName": "Hoppy18", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/hoppy18/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@billyblyth: For our cross-county drive...if you are concerned with the \"wind in your hair\"...I will treat you to a \"Grace Kelly scarf\"...and lunch will be a \"breast or leg\" :)\r\n\r\n@olpitcher\r\n@LMGun", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1741870171, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17063566, "authorName": "VWTony", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/vwtony/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "This car is nice enough to have warranted the floor repair to be at the very least welded in! Way too nice of a car for riveting!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1741872794, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17063596, "authorName": "slotcarone", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/slotcarone/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Nice car with typical Northeast rusting. Not understanding why as a dealer you posted so many pictures but did not spend the time to do a bit of cleaning/detailing under the hood! GLWTA", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1741873020, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17063600, "authorName": "billyblyth", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/billyblyth/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Hoppy18\r\n\r\nWell, I'm sure your very cogent comment will provide perspective, content and wisdom to this fine Buick Centurion Convertible auction... I'll leave it to you to explain the joke to these good folks so they can have a laugh too. GLWTA!\r\n\r\n@olpitcher\r\n@LMGun", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1741873079, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17063631, "authorName": "stathios (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/stathios/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Hello everyone,\r\n\r\nAs this auction comes to an end, I am available for any last minute questions. This is really a unique offering given the discussion in the comments below and the fact that the only other 1971 Buick Centurion Convertible ever listed on BaT was ~3 years ago in 2022. It is likely that another opportunity to purchase one will not be for quite some time if ever. Offered at no reserve, this Centurion will be sold in just a few short hours.\r\n\r\nMy personal highlights for this Buick Centurion are as follows: \r\n- First year of production (arguably the most desirable year)\r\n- Desirable factory color combo of Fire Red (75) over Pearl White (565)\r\n- Long term current ownership\r\n- ~$8k in service records in the last 10 years\r\n- New fuel lines, oil, and tires in 2024\r\n- Factory AC option code C60 (albeit not currently blowing \"ice cold\")\r\n- Naturally aspirated V8 engine with high output\r\n- Automatic transmission\r\n- Power steering/brakes\r\n- Front disk brakes\r\n- Passenger side mirror\r\n\r\nBest,\r\nStathios", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1741873402, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17063821, "authorName": "wallyworld24", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/wallyworld24/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Buick Centurion - way cooler names for cars back then", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1741874896, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17063863, "authorName": "hairyolds", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/hairyolds/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "very cool car. shame the repairs to the floors was substandard and poorly done. seller really should have spent either some time or money on cleaning the engine bay it really hurts the vibe of the car. needs a set narrow w/w and factory road wheels. trim the tail pipes down. good luck with sale.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1741875396, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17065324, "authorName": "mweiler", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mweiler/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I have a '72 Skylark convertible, very similar to this car. It is great to cruise around town, lots of comments, thumbs up, lookers at in parking lots and compliments. I am sure the new owner of this beauty will beauty will enjoy it as much as I do mine", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1741885433, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17066290, "authorName": "stathios (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/stathios/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Hop in and drive", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1741888657, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17066364, "authorName": "stathios (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/stathios/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1741888827, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17066377, "authorName": "dawgeq87", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/dawgeq87/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Sold on 3/13/25 for USD $12,500.00 to dawgeq87", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1741888860, "type": "bat-bid-reserve"}, {"id": 17066389, "authorName": "stathios (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/stathios/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Congratulations! @dawgeq87", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1741888885, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17066523, "authorName": "Craven", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/craven/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Value purchase whew", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1741889378, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17068046, "authorName": "LMGun", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/lmgun/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Hoppy18 ...nice looking ride for a spriiiiing/summmmmer cruise...not sure about X-country. \r\n\r\nBTW...I am a thy man :-)\r\n@Billyblyth @olpitcher ...whatsayU", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1741894488, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17068140, "authorName": "LMGun", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/lmgun/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@billy blyth ...per your comment to Hoppy...\"I\u2019ll leave it to you to explain the joke to these good folks so they can have a laugh to\".... \r\n@Hoppy18 ...do not forget about the ball-o-string...LOLOL\r\n@olpitcher ...did I forget something...???", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1741894746, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17068743, "authorName": "Utesman", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/utesman/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "The replacement for the Wildcat.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1741896627, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17069402, "authorName": "Utesman", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/utesman/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@ gbaber.......that specific wiper feature you speak of was called \" Wipe-On-Demand (https://oldcarbrochures.com/static/NA/Buick/1971_Buick/1971_Buick_Brochure/1971 Buick-46.html).", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1741898852, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17071034, "authorName": "Boatymcboatface", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/boatymcboatface/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Big value. Very nice.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1741906573, "type": "comment"}]