The Buick Skyhawk model series underwent crucial developments in car design and engineering when Buick manufactured it from 1975 through 1989. The initial production phase included a small two-door hatchback design built on the H-chassis platform that used rear-wheel drive then the second production period started with the J-body compact chassis which included front-wheel drive options in several vehicle body styles. Throughout six decades the Buick emblem has been associated with vehicles which achieve the smallest dimensions tracked at 2,460 mm wheelbase and 1,660 mm width. The first-generation Buick Skyhawk utilized round-shaped headlamps until the transition to rectangular fixtures occurred for later versions to achieve modernized looks. Bualck Skyhawk manufactured after its initial production phase came standard with a 1.8-liter SOHC four-cylinder engine while customers could purchase the vehicle equipped with 2.0-liter OHV or turbocharged engine choices that varied by year. Two transmission choices were available across four-speed manual and five-speed manual as well as automatic transmission. The Skyhawk received better handling capabilities from its short and long articulated axles with coil springs that utilized stabilizer bars. Power steering on the Buick Skyhawk could be adjusted by the driver while the vehicle used disc brakes in the front with drum brakes in the rear for dependable braking performance. People who maintain the classic Buick Skyhawk model can guarantee durability and proper fit because its genuine parts are engineered to fulfill demanding quality and performance standards.