For enthusiasts of classic American muscle cars, the Buick GSX holds a special place. Finding original road tests from the era offers a unique window into the performance and appeal of these vehicles when they were new. It’s fascinating to delve into automotive history through scanned articles, especially those from publications like Car Craft, potentially digitized around 1992 as scanning technology became more accessible to hobbyists and archivists.
The quest for comprehensive information on the 1970 Buick GSX reveals that only a limited number of road tests were conducted and published in prominent automotive magazines of the time. Among these, Car Craft magazine featured the GSX in their July 1970 issue with a test titled “LATE SLEEPER,” showcasing a white GSX Stage 1 automatic model without air conditioning. Intriguingly, the same white GSX was revisited in Road Test magazine in September 1970, under the banner “FREEWAY FLYER.” Another significant review appeared in Hi-Performance Cars magazine in October 1970, featuring a yellow GSX Stage 1 automatic, also without AC, aptly named “THE ELECTRIC BANANA.”
For dedicated collectors and researchers, the pursuit of these vintage articles is an ongoing passion. Since 1988, the endeavor to gather Buick GS advertisements and road tests has been underway, amassing a near-complete collection of mainstream magazine materials for the Buick GS. The process of locating and preserving these historical documents, including newspaper ads and more obscure publications, is a challenging but rewarding task.
The dedication to preserving automotive history extends to digitizing these valuable resources. The time-consuming process of scanning hundreds of pages with a single-page scanner is underway, aiming to create a comprehensive online archive of road tests and car advertisements. This initiative reflects the commitment to making these scanned articles accessible to a wider audience of enthusiasts and researchers.
For those interested in examining the Hi-Performance Cars magazine road test of the “Electric Banana” GSX, smaller scans are readily available. Larger scans, approximately 2.5 MB per page, can also be shared upon request via email at [email protected], offering a more detailed view of these historical articles.
In conclusion, the exploration of 1970 Buick GSX road tests, particularly through scanned articles from magazines like Car Craft and Hi-Performance Cars, provides valuable insights into the golden era of muscle cars. The ongoing effort to archive and share these scanned documents ensures that these pieces of automotive history remain accessible and appreciated by enthusiasts for years to come.
