1965 ACADIAN BEAUMONT SPORT DELUXE CONVERTIBLE

OVERVIEW

This 1965 Acadian Beaumont Sport Deluxe convertible is powered by a 5.3L V8 mated to a four-speed 4L60E automatic transmission. Finished in red with a black convertible top over a red vinyl interior, this Canadian-born convertible is now offered by the seller with the original radio, dealer brochure, service repair manual, Vintage Vehicle Services record, awards, and a clear title.

Highlights

• One of 133 Beaumont Sport Deluxe six-cylinder convertibles built by Acadian in 1965
• Underwent complete restoration in May 2021
• Performance-enhanced drivetrain 

Ownership History                                                                            

• Offered by a private seller 
• Current location: Prince Edward Island, Canada 

EXTERIOR

• Red paint 
• Black power convertible top 
• Dual chrome side mirrors 
• Chrome brightwork 

Updates

• Exterior color changed from original Sierra Tan Metallic 
• New convertible top 

WHEELS AND TIRES                                                                                   

• 15-inch Cragar S/S wheels 
• Staggered-width Mickey Thompson raised white letter radial tires 
  • 215/75 front 
  • 275/60 rear 

INTERIOR

• Red vinyl upholstery
• Bucket seats
• Center console with automatic shifter 
• Cruise control 
• Power steering 
• Aftermarket stereo
  • AM/FM
  • Eight-track player 

Updates

• Interior upholstery changed from original Saddle vinyl

INSTRUMENTS

• Gauges
  • 120-mph speedometer
  • 6,000-rpm tachometer
  • Fuel
• Auxiliary gauges 
  • Oil pressure
  • Water temperature
  • Voltage 
• Dashboard-mounted speedometer 
• Odometer shows 78,603 miles
  • Title reads mileage-exempt

Imperfections 

• Original odometer and speedometer do not work 

ENGINE AND TRANSMISSION

Engine

• 5.3L V8
  • Fuel injection 

Transmission

• Four-speed 4L60E automatic 

Service History Highlights

• Original six-cylinder engine and Powerglide automatic transmission replaced 
• Oil and filter was changed and greased in the spring of 2025

UNDERCARRIAGE, SUSPENSION, BRAKES, AND EXHAUST                              

• 10-bolt Positraction rear end 
  • 4.10 gears 
• Air shocks 
• Power front disc brakes
• Dual exhaust system 

Service History Highlights 

• Vehicle was converted to power front disc brakes 

TRIM TAG DECODER

• STYLE, 73767 - Beaumont Sport Deluxe six-cylinder convertible
• PAINT, S - Sierra Tan Metallic
• TOP, 2 - Black convertible top
• TRIM, 969 - Saddle vinyl bucket seats
• ACC
• • B70 - Instrument panel pad
  • C06 - Folding power top
• M35 - Two-speed Powerglide automatic
• • T86 - Backup lights

KNOWN IMPERFECTIONS

• Minor nicks and scratches are seen on the exterior
• The odometer and speedometer are currently inoperable
• Kick panel material damaged near driver's door jamb
• Computer wiring needs to be "tidied up" according to seller  

ITEMS INCLUDED WITH THE VEHICLE

• Original radio
• Two spare black kick panels
• Dealer brochure
• Service repair manual
• Vintage Vehicle Services record
• • GM of Canada
• Awards

ADDITIONAL NOTES

• Original engine and transmission can be included with the sale of the vehicle at the request of the buyer

VIDEO

• Seller has included a video showing a walkaround inspection that can be seen below