Vehicle Description
METICULOUSLY RESTORED EXAMPLE OF BUICK'S TOP MODEL!FORMERLY PART OF
A PRIVATE BUICK AUTOMOBILE COLLECTIONEXCELLENT COLORS INCLUDING
WHITE PAINT OVER RED LEATHER W/WHITE TOP325 HP 401 CI NAILHEAD
V-8/TWIN-TURBINE DYNAFLOW AUTOMATICFEATURES INCLUDE A/C, AM RADIO,
POWER DRIVERS SEAT, TOP AND WINDOWSEQUIPPED WITH BUCKET FRONT
SEATS, POWER BRAKES AND POWER STEERINGFIRST MODEL YEAR FOR THE
LONG-WHEEL BASE ELECTRA 225 While Buick had enjoyed decades of
success with its model lines arranged along the Super, Century, and
Roadmaster, offerings were reorganized for 1959 with the Le Sabre
and Invicta nameplates added. The Super was now the Electra and the
top-shelf Roadmaster was renamed Electra 225. Built on General
Motors C-body chassis, the Electra 225 was so-named after the cars
commanding 225-inch overall length. Offered in just three upscale
body styles, the Electra 225 was Buicks halo car for 1959. Long and
low with an aggressive front end and distinctive tail fins, the
Electra 225 remains one of GM design chief Bill Mitchells most
unforgettable designs. Along with its GM stablemates, the 1959
Buick Electra 225 marks the height of Jet Age automobile design in
America. This majestic 1959 Buick Electra 225 convertible benefits
handsomely from a restoration including a refinish in White over
red leather upholstery, complemented by a power-operated White
convertible top and tasteful, highly attractive brightwork. Bucket
seats provide a sporty touch, with the drivers seat featuring power
adjustment. Interestingly, this Electra 225 convertible was
delivered new from the factory with a dash intended for optional
air-conditioning; however, the actual air-conditioning system was
installed after dealer delivery. Options and amenities include
power-assisted brakes and steering, power seats, the power top and
power windows, plus a radio and rear-seat speaker. Power is
delivered by Buicks famed 401 CI, 325 HP Wildcat 445 V-8 engine,
named in recognition of its 445 pounds-feet of peak torque, matched
with a smooth Twin-Turbine Dynaflow automatic transmission. Lap
belts, a mounted spare tire, roadside jack and boot cover round out
this classic Buick. This Electra 225 convertible is one of just
5,493 produced for 1959, representing less than 2 per cent of total
Buick production for that model year. Fully restored and handsome
throughout with limited mileage since completion, it is freshly
sorted and detailed by The Last Detail and will certainly continue
to draw admirers everywhere it appears. Find out more by contacting
us to see it for yourself today!