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Close Up Photos of the '82 GN
INSTRUMENT PANEL - The 82 GN uses a charcoal bezel
instead of woodgrain. Notice that there are five pods instead of
three. The upper right pod usually contains an analog clock or
clock delete on standard Regals . All 82 GN's use a special plate
which has the V6 logo and the words "Grand National Buick
Motor Division". The lower right pod in this picture is a V6
Turbo Power gauge, since this is a Sport Coupe model. Base model
GN's have a voltmeter.
REAR QUARTER PANEL - Here the shadow lettering
"BUICK" can be seen in it's correct location. Also
notice the silver paint sweeps over the wheel well. The distance
from the wheel opening to the bottom edge of the silver is
greater behind the wheel than in front. The tire is the original
GOODYEAR POLYSTEEL RADIAL. The center cap has the correct chrome
with black tri-shield emblem. The side molding is dealer
installed.
FRONT FENDER - This is the correct GN emblem for the 215
production 1982 GN's. This is the typical location. Since many
may have been applied by the dealership, location may vary, if
installed at all. Also notice the lower edge of the silver paint
with respect to the door. Again, the side molding is dealer
installed.
LEFT REAR - This is the typical location for the rear GN
emblem. Since many may have been applied by the dealership,
location may vary, if installed at all.
RIGHT REAR - The "BUICK" shadow lettering is
also place on the right of the decklid. This is the original
placement of the decal. The decal is a lighter shade of gray than
the quarter panel decals. Also the right tail light should have
the "Regal" emblem as shown.