Vehicle Description
Continuing our effort to bring you excellent vehicles since 1971,
Joe Basil Chevrolet has recently expanded into offering a full
resale line of classic cars. We have constructed a new,
state-of-the-art building on Transit Road. This building will be
our display area where you and other classic car enthusiasts can
comfortably view our current collection of antique and classic cars
offered for sale.
David Dunbar Buick began automobile production in 1899 but quickly
sought to expand into a larger venue. As a result, in 1908, General
Motors emerged offering Buick and two additions, Oldsmobile and
Cadillac to the public for sale. Although additional models were
added over the years to include Pontiac and Chevrolet, only two of
the original offerings produced from GMs inception remain today,
Cadillac and Buick.
Cadillacs general target area had been the consumer wanting a
luxury vehicle and continues to pursue that market area today.
Buick on the other hand, positioned itself somewhat less
aggressively. GM sought to posture Buick in an upscaled position,
targeting the businessman or middle class family market.
As a part of the GM lineup, Buick began with only several models in
1908, the most popular of which was the model 10. The model 10
accounted for the greatest number of Buicks sold out of 8,820 in
total for that year.
Power for the model 10 was produced from a 165ci L head four
cylinder engine producing 22.5 horsepower through a two speed
planetary transmission. By today's standards, the open body model
10 was a very basic automobile. It was marketed for $900 and proved
to be a resounding success for Buick and General Motors.
Post war Buick offerings saw more streamlined body designs and
lower roof lines as styling advances began to respond to the
demands of the purchasing public. Several one off concept vehicles
were produced at design engineer Harley Earls direction to generate
additional general feedback. Among those were the 1953 Wildcat I,
the 1954 Wildcat II and the 1955 Wildcat III. These concept cars
drew extensive interest and their creation by Mr. Earl was said to
have led to the production of the Buick Skylark in 1953, the
LeSabre in 1959 and the Wildcat in 1962.
This 1963 Buick LeSabre convertible we are offering for sale in our
collection holds many modern design advances that can be credited
to its predecessors and of course, the great Mr. Harley Earl
himself.
First purchased in Niagara Falls NY, this Buick LeSabre convertible
shows a mere 62,678 pampered miles on its odometer. We have no
information on the first owner of this stunning LeSabre, but we can
confirm the last two owners spanned over a period of 25 years.
Within that time period, a complete cosmetic and mechanical
restoration had been accomplished. Hardened valve seats were
installed in the heads of the 401ci "nail head" engine for proper
operation using today's unleaded gasoline fuels. The 265hp 2 bbl.
401 was completely rebuilt and purrs like a kitten. Coupled with
the dynaflow transmission, this was the last year this drivetrain
was available in the LeSabre model. The LeSabre offered here today
has the addition of power steering and power brakes and has
driver's side reverse threaded wheel lug bolts as well. With only
one small deteriorated area in the floor having been addressed, the
restored body and paint on this beautiful convertible are nearly
flawless, as is the convertible top. The black paint appears to be
liquid as you gaze down the length of the body panels disclosing
their seemingly perfect condition. Both front and rear bumpers had
been replated during the restoration process but the grill and
stainless trim retain their original shine. The dealer installed
Wildcat rims are fitted with period correct wide whitewall bias
belted tires which together add to the overall classic appearance
that tends to hold your attention. The trunk area is in very clean
condition containing a matching spare tire and body colored rear
wheel well fender skirts.
The interior is in meticulous condition as well, showing new red
vinyl seat upholstery trimmed in white and newly installed red
carpeting throughout. The dashboard and instrumentation are in
original condition showing little to no deterioration due to age.
This beautiful LeSabre, obtained from its local senior owner is one
of the finest examples we have seen and we believe it is among the
most attractive convertible models Buick has ever produced. Come in
for a private viewing, we are sure you will agree.
We understand that buying on the web can leave room for uncertainty
of the quality or condition. At Basil we are happy to Facetime,
Google Duo, or video anything that you want to see specifically.
Our goal is for you to purchase in confidence. We facilitate
transportation to your front door making it easy for you to
purchase, then get behind the wheel of your dream machine.
For any Inquires please call us direct at (716) 206-5208!
Should a customer choose to purchase one of our vehicles sight
unseen, the customer is then accepting the vehicle AS IS and WHERE
IS. They understand we cannot address any concerns after the time
of sale. For this reason, it is important any and all questions and
concerns are addressed prior to the time of sale. We make every
effort to present accurate and reliable information, however the
use of this information is voluntary and should only be deemed
liable after an independent review of its accuracy. It is the sole
responsibility of the purchaser to verify the existence of options,
accessories, as well as vehicle condition prior to the purchase of
a vehicle.
