Vehicle Description
Very sharp, all original1966 Buick Electra 225 Thin-pillar Sedan
for sale, with 41,000-miles example! Super solid, and fully
optioned with air conditioning, power windows, power seat, power
steering & brakes, tilt steering wheel, door edge guards, and more!
A super example of Buick's "Fully Tuned" vehicle and considered the
best of 1966! The Buick Electra was introduced to the public in
1959 and carried the brand through 1990 replacing the Roadmaster
and Limited models upon introduction. The 225 moniker was added to
represent the 225-inch length of the car overall, earning the
nickname deuce and a quarter by enthusiasts. With styling changes
over its 30-year run, it was 1965 when the chassis design went to a
perimeter frame, exiting the traditional x-frame used from 1961.
This made for a lighter car and the need for additional tuning to
the suspension. For 1966, the entire advertising promotion lead
with the Electra being emphasized as the Tuned Buick; tuned
performance, tuned ride, tuned handling, and most importantly,
tuned styling! It would be the final year of the ever-popular Buick
Wildcat 401ci Nailhead V8 engine as well. These cars represent a
unique era in Buick production and are among the best years for
mid-1960s American car collectors. Class, style, power, and comfort
all rolled into one! We are delighted to offer this 1966 Buick
Electra 225 Thin-pillar 4-door sedan finished in factory code
correct Astro Blue overall original Blue cloth/vinyl combination
interior! These sedans are unique by showcasing its structural
soundness with a small pillar between the front & rear doors,
leaving the four windows on each door absent of a traditional
frame, a unique feature among 4-door sedans. Standard features on
any Electra included the Wildcat V8 producing 325 horsepower and
445 ft. lbs. of torque, Super Turbine 3-speed automatic
transmission, power steering, power brakes, and additional safety
items such as padded dash, reverse lights, front & rear seatbelts,
2-speed windshield wipers with washer system, and more! You will
find additional optional equipment on our vehicle to include air
conditioning, tilt steering column, power windows, 8-way power
seat, Sonomatic AM radio with power antenna, interior courtesy
lights, glove box light, day/night rearview mirror, all Soft-Ray
tinted glass, door edge guards, and fender skirts. Our wonderful
example survives with all original LOF window glass, all original
body panels, all original interior carpet & seating upholstery,
original trunk equipment, and all factory chrome & trim. Showing
only 41,589 actual miles, this Electra continues to run and drive
with exceptional ease! We have taken the liberty to recently change
the oil & oil filter, replace the air conditioning compressor
clutch, convert the a/c system to R134a refrigerant, replace all
door window glass weatherstripping, under hood insulation, and
other various items to freshen this 50-year-old collector worthy
sedan. We have fully detailed the engine compartment for obvious
reasons to match the exterior and interior appearance, all proudly
presentable for local shows while remaining driver friendly and
original. Having driven the car regularly here in St. Louis, we are
confident in the cars ability to do exactly as asked. It provides
cold a/c, fully operational power accessories, and excellent road
manners in all city and highway environments. For full disclosure,
the factory clock & radio areno longer functional, although the
power antenna is functional. We hope to find a Buick enthusiast
excited to own a solid, low mileage Electra 225 absolutely ready to
enjoy! Please call with any questions or to schedule an opportunity
to view in person. Thanks for looking! Check out all of our classic
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