This commemorative Buick managed to take the coveted Gran Turismo award at the 2003 SEMA auto show. Officially named "Ted and Sue Richardson's 1962 Buick Special Bu'Wicked, this car was based on the 1962 Buick Special 2-door, which was known for its handsome styling. This particular car was rebuilt from the chassis, with all of its mechanical components completely restored. The frame was an Art Morrison racing main-rail to which was added a variety of modifications. The car also featured all kinds of special touches including the roll cage that was attached directly to the frame and completely built into the interior.
The engine, based on a 455ci block, featured a TA Performance aluminum head and a ProCharger F-1 centrifugal mechanical supercharger. The engine was paired to a Richmond 6-speed manual transmission, and the car also had a 9 in. Ford differential. Based on the affordable classic, this Buick was transformed into a high a performance custom vehicle that blended tradition to modern technology. It represented all that was good about American cars of yesteryear, when the cars had personality, and the people who drove them were proud and enthusiastic owners.