GRAND IN GRAY
Most performance car buffs, and even casual collector car fans, know the story of the fabulous 1984-1987 Buick Grand Nationals. The beautiful black Buicks were hits among enthusiasts from the moment they arrived, with their high-performance turbocharged V-6s and menacing black paint schemes that made them look like something Darth Vader would drive.
Not nearly as many folks know the story of the first Grand Nationals. Judy Aschenbrenner can tell you all about them. The Marshfield, Wis., native ran across one two years ago and happily scooped it up; not necessarily because it was unique and collectible, but because it was a beautiful car in fantastic condition. The fact that it was one of just 216 ever built, and one of the first 100 that were originally rolled out by General Motors, proved to be a bonus.
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