Vehicle Description
The Buick Roadmaster Skylark was produced only in 1953 and 1954.
With just 836 produced for 1954, and 1,690 for 1953, a total of
only 2,526 of these rare birds were ever built. Lots of extra work
went into building this car, with parts from other Buick models
being modified to create the unique Skylark. Because this was an
expensive car when new, they were held onto longer than many cars
normally would've been and finding a beautifully restored example
in this day and age is still possible. What is uncommon is finding
an example like this blue 1954; this car is almost completely
unrestored and as original as they come! A true survivor, this
Skylark is the perfect centerpiece for any GM collection.
With any good survivor should come valuable provenance. To start,
this Buick has all correct manuals in near-mint condition; even the
instructions for operating the convertible top! It just keeps
getting better from here though. This is a real-deal un-restored
survivor, having had just three owners since new. The mileage of
85,200 is believed to be accurate. The original owner passed away
in the late 1980s, a local woman in the area who remembered the
Skylark tracked down his widow. This woman had remembered seeing
the car around over the years, and wondered what had become of it.
After purchasing the car from the widow of the original owner, she
got it roadworthy again after removing it from where it had been
stored for a long time. The new owner's family even went so far as
to contact the dealership that sold it new in Oregon, and made
contact with a longtime salesman who remembered the car being
delivered new! There are many memories from different periods in
time from folks that remember seeing this blue beauty around. The
current owner purchased this car from the second owner around 10
years ago.
The stories surrounding this car are wonderful, but there
attributes about the car itself that support claims about the
condition. To start, you can imagine our shock when we found the
original build sheet still under the passenger side dash.
Additionally, the seats, top, and paint are all original. This car
has never been fully repainted, nor has it ever had the interior
fully replaced. The driver's seat was sewn back together previously
when it began to come apart, but no material was replaced and the
seats have not been recovered. An upholstery specialist confirmed
the top to be original, noting that it is made of the correct
materials for the time period and that those materials are not
available any longer. For an unrestored 65-year-old car, the
interior and convertible top are in amazing condition. Even the
original trunk mat is both in place and intact! To top it off,
there is an oil change sticker from the early 1960s on the driver's
door that is still legible (from when the car had just 24,000 miles
on it!).
Given the exterior is showcasing 65-year-old original paint, it is
in surprisingly good shape. However, it's still an unrestored car,
so you have decades of use that do bring with it some chips,
fading, and general wear and tear. For being original, the paint is
in amazing condition and really adds to the visual history of the
car. The color is called "Malibu Blue," and it still looks great on
this Skylark even after all these years. Taking into consideration
the age and originality of this car, all of the chrome and other
brightwork is in remarkable condition. All five Kelsey Hayes
original wheels are with this car, and are in excellent original
condition. Every inch of this car tells a story!
The drivetrain is believed to be all of the original items,
including the 322 Nailhead V8 and 2-speed Dynaflow automatic
transmission. This Buick has been properly maintained, and is in
fully functional condition. The only non-original items you will
find on this car are maintenance items that would need to be
changed due to age or use, such as spark plugs and wires, pumps,
brake components, and fluids. This car drives just like an Art-Deco
Buick should, and there's simply something different about driving
an original, unrestored car!
For any discerning Buick enthusiast or post-war car enthusiast,
this Skylark is a must-have. This may very well be the most
well-preserved, most original example in existence. Talk about a
rare example of a rare car! This Buick always seems to have a long
stay with its owners, so be sure not to miss this chance to own a
truly unique piece of automotive history.
Contact Shelton Classics & Performance for details at (704)
663-0432 or visit www.SheltonClassics.com
DOES IT WORK?
Air Conditioning N/A
Heater YES
Speedometer YES
Oil PSI Gauge YES
Temperature Gauge YES
Fuel Gauge YES
Tachometer N/A
Wipers YES
Horn YES
Radio NO
Headlights YES
Tail Lights YES
Brake Lights YES
Reverse Lights YES
Turn Signals YES
Emergency Brake YES
Keys - Door, Ignition & Trunk YES
Runs & Drives YES
All vehicles are being sold As Is, Where Is, with No Warranty,
expressed, written or implied. All sales are final. It is the sole
responsibility of the customer, and which we strongly encourage, to
thoroughly inspect the vehicle personally or via 3rd party, to
ensure satisfaction to the condition and value, prior to purchase.
Any descriptions or representations are for identification purposes
only and are not to be constructed as a warranty of any type.
Vehicle information is provided by the consignor (current owner) of
the vehicle, and while we do perform a visual and safety inspection
of the vehicle upon arrival, we can make no warranty, guarantee or
representation regarding the accuracy, truth, or reliability of
such information. Dealership is not responsible for any errors,
omissions, or inaccuracies contained in information provided by
third parties. The majority of these vehicles are considered
classics or antiques, meaning they are older vehicles with
sometimes dated automotive technology. We are not an expert in the
construction, engineering, finishes, materials or components of
these vehicles. Our employees are a team of talented individuals
with a history in the classic car industry. We perform an extensive
visual inspections on all vehicles we represent, but we do not
disassemble vehicles or components for inspection purposes and
therefore it is always possible there is hidden damage that is not
readily apparent.
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responsibility for any repairs that might be needed.
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consignor(current owner) states this vehicle as such. Given how
easy it is to create a "clone" or "tribute", we cannot guarantee
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