The 87-89 Lesabre T-type
The T-type designation was used by Buick throughout the 80's as a performance package. Its most famous application was the awesome Regal T-type, adding a legendary turbocharged V6 to the midsize coupe, creating one of the fastest cars of the 80's. One car to use this designation that isn't as well known is the Lesabre. Built from '87 to '89, the Lesabre T-type represents the highest performing H-body. Although not as outstanding as its Regal sibling, it was a notch above other Lesabres. Original plans called for a turbo, but transmission durability problems limited engine output. Instead Buick turned to overall improvement. First, acceleration was improved by using a performance axle, geared lower than most Lesabres. Styling was greatly improved by Grand National inspired black out trim, aluminum wheels and front and rear spoilers. The interior was improved by installing a console with shift lever, and front bucket seats. A Pontiac-style red-orange dash cluster was used to accent the t-type badges and other interior changes. Finally, the handling was greatly improved by installing a huge 1.25-inch sway bar in front and a .75-inch bar in the rear.
With all these great features, it's no wonder most T-type owners love their cars, and won't part with them easily. Comfortable but agile, smooth but fast, beautiful but not flashy, the Lesabre T-type is in a class all its own. The power from the Buick 3800 V6 is amazing, the handling is confidence inspiring, and the interior is among the most comfortable. Buick hit the mark with this car, and many will be enjoying this car for years.
"The cabin is spacious, the seats are comfy, and the drivetrain is pleasant and perky."
-Car and Driver Aug. 1987
"It does a great job of blending a performance image with a bread and butter car that might otherwise be overlooked."
-Hot Rod Oct. 1986
The T-type package Included:
- Special Aluminum Wheels
- Gran Touring suspension
- 2.97:1 ratio transaxle
- Leather wrapped sport steering wheel
- Red and amber tail lamps
- Dual exhaust outlets
- Black bodyside molding treatment
- Lay-down hood ornament
- Unique 45/45 seats
- Blackout trim
- Rear deck spoiler (88-89)
- Front air dam
- ETR AM/FM stereo with red backlighting
- Blacked-out instrument panel controls
- Special gauge package with red backlighting
- T-type Identification
Little known facts:
- 15,938 T-types were made over the three years; 4123 in '87, 6426 in '88, and 5389 in '89.
- In '86 there was a Lesabre Grand National, 117 were built.
- The option code for the T-type was WE2.
- T-type can be found in four colors: Black, White, Silver and Maroon.
- The only exterior T-type badges are on the pillar, and in the Lesabre badge.
- Most if not all 87 T-types did not come with a rear spoiler.
- Only '87's came with black and grey GN style seating.
- '87's had 150hp '88's and '89's had 165hp.
- GM's retail price for a front spoiler is $750.
- The T-type package cost about $2000 extra.
- The T-type was billed as a separate model, but was actually a special option package.
- The center console and steering wheel can be found on other Buicks.
- Some '87 and '88 models had plastic front fenders.
- There were H-body 2-door Olds' and Buicks, but no Pontiacs.
- A T package was a available on the 4-door Lesabre.
- The T-type's suspension was the most aggresive available in an H-body
- The Electra T-type shared many parts with the Lesabre T-type.
- The T package was available on: Regal, Lesabre, Electra, Century, and Skyhawk in '87.
MORE INFO Here The Buick Lesabre T-type and HERE 1987-1989 LeSabre T-Type
I need to sell my very RARE 1989 Buick LeSabre T-Type.
It has the normal rock chips, faded hood emblem and such, from being driven for its Pampered 66k life.
Since I have owned it... it has Not seen the rain,snow or any foul weather for that matter it is garaged and stays there unless there is a nice weekend day to go for a cruise to the park or something.
It has:
- New OEM AC Delco spark plugs
- New OEM Fuel Filter
- Fresh oil change using 5w30 FULL Synthetic oil, along with my usual can of "Restore" and a New OEM AC Delco Oil Filter
- New 4 wheel brakes including, Pads, Shoes, Rotors, Drums, and even Rear Wheel Cylinders ( preventative maintenance for cars that sit most of there lives )
- Brake fluid flushed
- New Water Pump
- Tires have good tread left (ALL Four Tires Now Match because im picky/anal like that .)
- New OEM AC Delco Air Filter too !
The car is my baby and is driven like a lil ol lady would, since it is so RARE and IRREPLACEABLE, plus I have a daily driver if I feel the need to floor a car or go speeding around or something.
The Front spoiler is in very good shape and only has minor rock chips and such, not broken or anything. The Rear spoiler was painted before I bought the car... its not 110% perfect and has some minor waves in it and some tiny cracks ( as seen in pics ) but it looks great from a couple feet away.
The interior is just about MINT ( for some reason my crappy camera makes the different types of Fabric reflect light differently to the camera so it makes it look strange but I assure you... its nearly Showroom MINT as the day it rolled out of the dealership. Only flaw I know of is a tiny lil hole on the drivers side of the side bolter on the seat, thats so small it doesn't even show up on pics very well.
The car has a Arizona dealership sticker on the trunk when I got it, but I removed it to clean up there rear end of the car a bit more ( I still have it , its in the glove box ) but that leads me to believe that the car was originally from Arizona and thus why it has no Rust on the body.
The windows roll up and down slowly ( Ive heard its common for these cars and maybe need to be lubed ? ) but it hasn't bothered me that much so I haven't risked harming the Perfect door panels the car has.
The only other thing I can think of is there is small defect that I noticed ( because I'm Extremely picky person and nit pick Everything ) on the drivers door that looks like someone door dinged the very edge of the door slightly. Its hardly noticeable with the door guards that the previous owner installed on the edged of the doors.
This car is very Low mileage ( Only 66k ) is definitely one of the Very Cleanest and Pampered. ( It gets waxed nearly weekly regardless of weather it leaves the garage or not ! lol )
Comes with related books and T-Type LeSabre memorabilia including the "Standard Buick Catalog" Pricing Guide/Options/Model information Encyclopedia , The Buick " Heart of a Winner " 3800 V6/T-Type sales ad , and 1989 Buick New car sales brochure and Also a CLEAN CARFAX verifying the car has never been in a serious wreck, Never been flooded and that the Mileage is True and accurate !
Also the rims are in good shape with only minor scrapes/scruff from its previous owner that aren't easily noticeable unless you get on your hands and knees more or less and still have the Factory Sticker from the Assembly Plant on the rims, the stickers were supposed to be washed off when the car is PDI'd for New Car Delivery at the Dealership but mine was not ... and still has All Four Factory stickers on them...making them VERY VERY Rare ...if not one of a Kind/Priceless !
I live in Overland Park Kansas so I am centrally located in the middle of the US. Pick up only/fly in drive home.
Condition of the car is between a 1 and a 2 ( a 1 1/2 in my mind ) putting the Value ( According to "Standard Buick Catalog 3rd Edition" Pricing Guide) at somewhere between $9,500 - 6,650 range... I will sacrifice it if the Buyer gives me there honest to goodness word that they will care for it the same I have since I have owned it for only $5,000.
Cash or Money Order/Cashiers Check only.
Here are the pics showing its GREAT condition and how CLEAN it is kept !
If you would like to see ALL 70+ Pics go here: kc93formulaII - Photobucket - Video and Image Hosting
Thank you in advance for looking. PM me or E-mail me at SCahill80@KC.RR.com if your interested in my Cream Puff. :wave:
The T-type designation was used by Buick throughout the 80's as a performance package. Its most famous application was the awesome Regal T-type, adding a legendary turbocharged V6 to the midsize coupe, creating one of the fastest cars of the 80's. One car to use this designation that isn't as well known is the Lesabre. Built from '87 to '89, the Lesabre T-type represents the highest performing H-body. Although not as outstanding as its Regal sibling, it was a notch above other Lesabres. Original plans called for a turbo, but transmission durability problems limited engine output. Instead Buick turned to overall improvement. First, acceleration was improved by using a performance axle, geared lower than most Lesabres. Styling was greatly improved by Grand National inspired black out trim, aluminum wheels and front and rear spoilers. The interior was improved by installing a console with shift lever, and front bucket seats. A Pontiac-style red-orange dash cluster was used to accent the t-type badges and other interior changes. Finally, the handling was greatly improved by installing a huge 1.25-inch sway bar in front and a .75-inch bar in the rear.
With all these great features, it's no wonder most T-type owners love their cars, and won't part with them easily. Comfortable but agile, smooth but fast, beautiful but not flashy, the Lesabre T-type is in a class all its own. The power from the Buick 3800 V6 is amazing, the handling is confidence inspiring, and the interior is among the most comfortable. Buick hit the mark with this car, and many will be enjoying this car for years.
"The cabin is spacious, the seats are comfy, and the drivetrain is pleasant and perky."
-Car and Driver Aug. 1987
"It does a great job of blending a performance image with a bread and butter car that might otherwise be overlooked."
-Hot Rod Oct. 1986
The T-type package Included:
- Special Aluminum Wheels
- Gran Touring suspension
- 2.97:1 ratio transaxle
- Leather wrapped sport steering wheel
- Red and amber tail lamps
- Dual exhaust outlets
- Black bodyside molding treatment
- Lay-down hood ornament
- Unique 45/45 seats
- Blackout trim
- Rear deck spoiler (88-89)
- Front air dam
- ETR AM/FM stereo with red backlighting
- Blacked-out instrument panel controls
- Special gauge package with red backlighting
- T-type Identification
Little known facts:
- 15,938 T-types were made over the three years; 4123 in '87, 6426 in '88, and 5389 in '89.
- In '86 there was a Lesabre Grand National, 117 were built.
- The option code for the T-type was WE2.
- T-type can be found in four colors: Black, White, Silver and Maroon.
- The only exterior T-type badges are on the pillar, and in the Lesabre badge.
- Most if not all 87 T-types did not come with a rear spoiler.
- Only '87's came with black and grey GN style seating.
- '87's had 150hp '88's and '89's had 165hp.
- GM's retail price for a front spoiler is $750.
- The T-type package cost about $2000 extra.
- The T-type was billed as a separate model, but was actually a special option package.
- The center console and steering wheel can be found on other Buicks.
- Some '87 and '88 models had plastic front fenders.
- There were H-body 2-door Olds' and Buicks, but no Pontiacs.
- A T package was a available on the 4-door Lesabre.
- The T-type's suspension was the most aggresive available in an H-body
- The Electra T-type shared many parts with the Lesabre T-type.
- The T package was available on: Regal, Lesabre, Electra, Century, and Skyhawk in '87.
MORE INFO Here The Buick Lesabre T-type and HERE 1987-1989 LeSabre T-Type
I need to sell my very RARE 1989 Buick LeSabre T-Type.
It has the normal rock chips, faded hood emblem and such, from being driven for its Pampered 66k life.
Since I have owned it... it has Not seen the rain,snow or any foul weather for that matter it is garaged and stays there unless there is a nice weekend day to go for a cruise to the park or something.
It has:
- New OEM AC Delco spark plugs
- New OEM Fuel Filter
- Fresh oil change using 5w30 FULL Synthetic oil, along with my usual can of "Restore" and a New OEM AC Delco Oil Filter
- New 4 wheel brakes including, Pads, Shoes, Rotors, Drums, and even Rear Wheel Cylinders ( preventative maintenance for cars that sit most of there lives )
- Brake fluid flushed
- New Water Pump
- Tires have good tread left (ALL Four Tires Now Match because im picky/anal like that .)
- New OEM AC Delco Air Filter too !
The car is my baby and is driven like a lil ol lady would, since it is so RARE and IRREPLACEABLE, plus I have a daily driver if I feel the need to floor a car or go speeding around or something.
The Front spoiler is in very good shape and only has minor rock chips and such, not broken or anything. The Rear spoiler was painted before I bought the car... its not 110% perfect and has some minor waves in it and some tiny cracks ( as seen in pics ) but it looks great from a couple feet away.
The interior is just about MINT ( for some reason my crappy camera makes the different types of Fabric reflect light differently to the camera so it makes it look strange but I assure you... its nearly Showroom MINT as the day it rolled out of the dealership. Only flaw I know of is a tiny lil hole on the drivers side of the side bolter on the seat, thats so small it doesn't even show up on pics very well.
The car has a Arizona dealership sticker on the trunk when I got it, but I removed it to clean up there rear end of the car a bit more ( I still have it , its in the glove box ) but that leads me to believe that the car was originally from Arizona and thus why it has no Rust on the body.
The windows roll up and down slowly ( Ive heard its common for these cars and maybe need to be lubed ? ) but it hasn't bothered me that much so I haven't risked harming the Perfect door panels the car has.
The only other thing I can think of is there is small defect that I noticed ( because I'm Extremely picky person and nit pick Everything ) on the drivers door that looks like someone door dinged the very edge of the door slightly. Its hardly noticeable with the door guards that the previous owner installed on the edged of the doors.
This car is very Low mileage ( Only 66k ) is definitely one of the Very Cleanest and Pampered. ( It gets waxed nearly weekly regardless of weather it leaves the garage or not ! lol )
Comes with related books and T-Type LeSabre memorabilia including the "Standard Buick Catalog" Pricing Guide/Options/Model information Encyclopedia , The Buick " Heart of a Winner " 3800 V6/T-Type sales ad , and 1989 Buick New car sales brochure and Also a CLEAN CARFAX verifying the car has never been in a serious wreck, Never been flooded and that the Mileage is True and accurate !
Also the rims are in good shape with only minor scrapes/scruff from its previous owner that aren't easily noticeable unless you get on your hands and knees more or less and still have the Factory Sticker from the Assembly Plant on the rims, the stickers were supposed to be washed off when the car is PDI'd for New Car Delivery at the Dealership but mine was not ... and still has All Four Factory stickers on them...making them VERY VERY Rare ...if not one of a Kind/Priceless !
I live in Overland Park Kansas so I am centrally located in the middle of the US. Pick up only/fly in drive home.
Condition of the car is between a 1 and a 2 ( a 1 1/2 in my mind ) putting the Value ( According to "Standard Buick Catalog 3rd Edition" Pricing Guide) at somewhere between $9,500 - 6,650 range... I will sacrifice it if the Buyer gives me there honest to goodness word that they will care for it the same I have since I have owned it for only $5,000.
Cash or Money Order/Cashiers Check only.
Here are the pics showing its GREAT condition and how CLEAN it is kept !
If you would like to see ALL 70+ Pics go here: kc93formulaII - Photobucket - Video and Image Hosting
Thank you in advance for looking. PM me or E-mail me at SCahill80@KC.RR.com if your interested in my Cream Puff. :wave:
