1972 Buick Sportwagon saved from Hurricane Irene

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  1. IronMaiden

    IronMaiden New Member

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    New member Here's my 72 Sportwagon I saved after freshwater flood from Hurricane Irene.. was 350 2bbl now has a 69 stage 1 400, converted to 4 speed with a pistolgrip shifter & 3.42 posi..all new suspension.. runs drives great.. looking for parts if anyone has a 70 to 72.. 20200815_112800.jpg 20200815_113012.jpg 20200815_112936.jpg
     
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    Nice wagon - where in Ohio are you. I am from Pataskala (Columbus area)
     
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    Lorain..any wagon parts down your way? Go Bucks
     
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    Not many wagon Parts - I was just in Avon Lake yesterday - daughter lives there - small world... Here is my wagon...
     

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    What's the story behind you saving this longroof? Are you going resto mod. or rat rod or just drive as is? I like them in what ever configuration. Mine is in the WELL aged patina category! Welcome to the forums and please keep us updated on your wagon.....Longroofs Rule!
     
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    Here's a couple pics of my longroof
     
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    OrthmannJ Always looking for old ford crew cabs

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    Welcome aboard IronMaiden. That's awesome to hear that you saved this one! I'm with wagoninsane and would like to hear more about it.
     
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    Welcome IronMaiden!
     
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    Bump to head of the line....Longroofs Rule!
     
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    Welcome IronMaiden nice wagon. Loved those midsized GM’s from those years.
     
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    I love everyone's wagon pics so far.. Thanks for all the comments..i will post Irene's story and some some more pics when I can get on the computer.. wagons are awesome and she gets thumbs everywhere she goes..
     
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    I would imagine. People either had them or remembered a fond story but they’re just not around.
     

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