Buick Skylark (4th generation)
The return of the compact Skylark and the legendary Buick V6.
- Power
- 110 bhp
- 0–60 mph
- 12.5 s
- Top speed
- 105 mph
- Est. value
- $5k–$14k
About the Buick Skylark
The 1975 Skylark marked the return of a storied nameplate to Buick's compact line, replacing the Apollo. Built on GM's X-body platform, it shared its DNA with the Chevrolet Nova but offered a more refined, 'gentlemanly' approach to the fuel-conscious 1970s. The defining feature was the 231 cubic-inch V6, an engine Buick famously bought back from AMC to meet the demand for efficiency. While not a performance car in the muscle-era sense, its smooth torque and comfortable ride made it a quintessential Buick for a changing era.
Buick Skylark specs
The Buick Skylark produces 110 bhp (82 kW) and 237 Nm (175 lb-ft) of torque. It reaches 60 mph in 12.5 seconds and has a top speed of 105 mph (169 km/h).
| Make | Buick |
|---|---|
| Model | Skylark |
| Generation | Fourth Generation (4th generation) |
| Trim | 231 V6 |
| Years | 1975–1979 |
| Type | Classic |
| Body style | Coupé |
| Country | United States |
| Production | About 62,834 built |
| Original price | About $3,500 when new |
| Engine | 3.8-litre V6 |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 3,791 cc (3.8 litres) |
| Induction | Naturally aspirated |
| Power | 110 bhp (82 kW) at 4,000 rpm |
| Torque | 237 Nm (175 lb-ft) |
| 0–60 mph | 12.5 s |
| Top speed | 105 mph (169 km/h) |
| Transmission | 3-speed automatic |
| Drivetrain | Rear-wheel drive |
| Weight | 1,542 kg (3,400 lb) |
| Power-to-weight | 71 bhp per tonne |
Typical figures for the standard car; options, markets and model years vary. Where our specs come from
How much is a Buick Skylark worth?
A typical Buick Skylark is estimated to be worth $4,500 – $14,000 (about £3,400 – £10,000).
Its original price when new was about $3,500.
Values are directional estimates for a typical example, not appraisals. Condition, mileage, history and specification all change what a real car is worth. Pound figures use the exchange rate of 3 November 2026. How values are estimated
Buick Skylark rarity in CarSpot
The Buick Skylark is an Uncommon card in CarSpot, with a rarity score of 34 out of 100. Hot hatches and premium sporty cars. An Uncommon card is worth 20 XP.
Each model's tier starts from a 0–100 score based on its value plus its power or production numbers. Once enough players have spotted a model, how often it is spotted can move it up or down one tier. How CarSpot rarity works
Rarity is a collectible game mechanic, not an assessment of real-world scarcity or value.
Buick Skylark fun facts
- Buick originally sold the tooling for this V6 to Kaiser-Jeep in 1967, only to buy it back from AMC in 1974 during the oil crisis.
- The 1975 Skylark's 231 V6 is the direct ancestor of the famous 3800 Series V6, one of the most produced engines in automotive history.
- For 1975, the Skylark name was only used for two-door models, while the four-door version continued to be badged as the Buick Apollo for one final year.
