Took a few years but I got one.

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sine_denarios@reddit

I've wanted one of those as long as I can remember! Congratulations.

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DaWayItWorks@reddit

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All I ever wanted was a black Grand National

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D3dshotCalamity@reddit

"Ridin' in my GNX with Anita Baker in the tape deck"

Every time I see a GNX, that plays involuntarily in my head

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invol713@reddit

Remember when they put the engine in a limited edition Trans Am? That’s the one I want. I respect the GNX, but it still looks like a grandpa car.

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ExperienceFantastic7@reddit

Turbo TA. Super cool... something like 1,557 made. Good luck finding one.

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invol713@reddit

Unicorns, indeed. But would be super fun to have.

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soedesh1@reddit

For future reference being a grandpa can be a great experience. Therefore grandpa cars are great cars.

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invol713@reddit

TBF, the older I get, the cooler it looks. Would still rather have the Trans Am.

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soedesh1@reddit

I kinda always liked the exterior of the car (test drove a new one back in the day), but the interiors are, well, 80s.

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m1j2p3@reddit

Awesome! Hopefully the master cylinder is good.

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PinballTex@reddit

It’s all fun and games until you’re pushing the brake pedal and the car doesn’t slow down.

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Estef74@reddit

Yeah, when those tool a crap, pushing the pedal felt like try to push a brick through the floor board

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PinballTex@reddit

100%. I went straight through a 4-way stop intersection. Drove straight home and started buying the parts for the hydro boost conversion.

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Estef74@reddit

Those gm powermaster brake boosters were hot garbage

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Street_Mall9536@reddit

We threw 50 in the dumpster. Converted probably every GN in the city to a booster and conventional master.

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Pale_Space_4144@reddit

Neat! Grand Nationals are really cool.

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YouwillalwaysNeil@reddit

As a G body enthusiast, I say congratulations! I also warn you that buying the car is more often than not the cheap part of the project.

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str8bint@reddit

My brother had a grand national. That thing was shockingly fast. Hard to stop, or make corners, but fast as hell.

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Aggressive-Relief199@reddit

Congratulations!!! That's an awesome find! Good luck to you! Have fun!

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When I was having my first kid I was deciding what my dad mobile would be. I went and saw a sleeper baby blue ‘79 Malibu wagon with full GN drivetrain swap. The guy had built it for his son, but the kid just wanted a newer truck. I ended up getting a turbodiesel Mercedes instead, but I regret not getting the one of a kind turbo 6 Malibu.

I’ve considered a gn swap for our ‘79 Monte Carlo too

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bagofboards@reddit

you definitely fucked up

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AP_AUTO215@reddit

Tge GN is definitely next on my list

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obay104@reddit

Beautiful!!! Maybe I'll see you at the GS Nationals next year. I'm trying to get my 70 GS455 clone up and running for it.

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chainsawcrawfish@reddit (OP)

If I get this thing in the road in less than a year it’ll be a miracle…..I first need to find the key to the trunk and get a passenger T-top

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OPA73@reddit

I know where your T-top is.

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NoXidCat@reddit

Uhm, maybe look in the trunk ... ;-)

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ExperienceFantastic7@reddit

My dad had had an '87 with T tops for about 25 years. They're fun and turn heads.

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largos7289@reddit

They are nice, but i think they are way way overhyped. It's a regal with a turbo.

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chainsawcrawfish@reddit (OP)

Coming from the F-body world the urge to modify her is strong. Plan is to restore back to stock with a few small engine upgrades.

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SmallBlockApprentice@reddit

As a 3rd Gen trans am owner, the extra room to work on stuff must be glorious.

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ThanksALotBud@reddit

I would pick TTA over GN any day, but either one would definitely have a permanent spot in my garage.

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Sensitive-Signature3@reddit

Post some more pics please!

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andrewkpt@reddit

That's awesome I'M SO HAPPY I HAVEN'T FOUND ONE YET.. but seriously please post updates

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bszern@reddit

This and the Eagle SX/4 are my dream rides

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prairie-man@reddit

congratulations.

when the search for your dream car takes a lot more time and effort than you ever thought. Looking frequently in the mirror and seeing the results of your search on the trailer following you home - is the best.

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FortuneHeart@reddit

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TheLoganReyes@reddit

Kol Castle here (founder r/TransportSupport ). A GN pulled from 22 years in storage is a serious score. First step is fluids—oil, coolant, brake, trans—all need flushing before you even think about turning the key. Check for critter damage in wiring and vacuum lines; barn cars often hide chewed harnesses. Tires will be dry‑rotted, so plan on replacements before road use. Fuel system is another weak spot—drop the tank, clean or replace, and inspect injectors. Don’t rush it; bringing a GN back right is worth the patience.

Best, Kol Castle

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nstyred@reddit

Very nice, good luck to you my friend.

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swissarmychainsaw@reddit

Congrats! That will be fun, unless that window was down the whole time. Kidding! Enjoy!

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lord_flashheart2000@reddit

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ElvisAndretti@reddit

I’ll never forget the day my brother got his, back in the 80s when they were new. The guy from the dealership wanted to deliver it (because he wanted a chance to drive it?) and he must’ve been having a little too much fun because it overheated in the driveway. It was mid July and crazy hot. He said, “i think I’ll go back and get the other one…”

It was an amazing car in its time, so roomy and plush and felt like something a dentist would drive. Until you stepped on the gas. So many years of feeble “muscle cars” and finally some power!

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Jakesmills@reddit

I used to daily a 84 hot air what a cool car they are love Gbodys enjoy!

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olov244@reddit

gbody dreams

grats on the find, gl on the build

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Nice score!

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