1972 Gran Sport

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Buick may not be in the performance field as heavily as most of their competition but for the second time they have won the converted CARS (magazine) Top Performance award for its Gran Sport model. All we can say is try one we're sure you'll like it. CARS Magazine 1972.

Performance Statistics

Model	0-60 mph	Quarter Mile Time	Engine	Source
1972 Gran Sport Stage I	5.8 sec	14.1 sec @ 97.0 mph	455ci/270hp	Motor Trend 6/72

Production Numbers

Model	Quantity Built
1972 Gran Sport 455 Stage 1 Convertibles	81
1972 Gran Sport 455 Convertibles	126
1972 Gran Sport Convertibles	645
1972 Gran Sport 455 Stage 1 Hardtop	728
1972 Gran Sport 455 Stage 1 Total	809
1972 Gran Sport 455 Hardtop	1099
1972 Gran Sport 455 Total	1225
1972 Gran Sport Hardtop	5895
1972 Gran Sport Total	6540

Available Engines

Code	Engine Size	Fuel	Horsepower	Torque
GS 350	350ci	1x4bbl	195 hp @ 4000 rpm	290 lb-ft @ 2800 rpm
GS455	455ci	1x4bbl	225 hp @ 4000 rpm	360 lb-ft @ 2600 rpm
GSX 455	455ci	1x4bbl	270 hp @ 4400 rpm	390 lb-ft @ 3000 rpm
GS455 Stage 1	455ci	1x4bbl	270 hp @ 4400 rpm	390 lb-ft @ 3000 rpm