Vehicle Description
HANDSOMELY RESTORED EXAMPLE OF BUICKS FLAGSHIP FOR 60BEAUTIFUL
ARCTIC WHITE PAINT OVER RED AND WHITE LEATHER325 HP 401 CI NAILHEAD
V-8/TWIN-TURBINE DYNAFLOW AUTOMATICPOWER WINDOWS, TOP, SEAT, BRAKES
AND STEERINGFIRST MODEL YEAR FOR THE LONG-WHEELBASE 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-of-the-line
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 body styles, the
Electra 225 was Buicks halo car for 1959 and beyond. 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 1959-60
Buick Electra 225 marks the height of Jet Age automobile design in
America. This majestic Model 4867 1960 Buick Electra 225
Convertible Coupe is beautifully presented in Arctic White over Red
and White two-tone leather upholstery. It was purchased already
restored from a Californian collection in 2014 by the current
owner, a customer of ours who has carefully maintained it ever
since. Complemented by tasteful, highly attractive brightwork, this
Electra 225 is well equipped for driving pleasure with a pushbutton
AM radio with power antenna, power brakes, power steering, a
power-operated convertible top, and power windows. As a 1960 model,
this Electra 225 also features Buicks innovative new Mirromatic
speedometer, featuring an adjustable viewing lens to aid the
drivers visibility. Ample power is delivered by Buicks famed 401
CI, 325 HP Wildcat 445 V-8 engine, named in recognition of its
massive 445 pounds-feet of peak torque, matched with a
smooth-shifting Twin-Turbine Dynaflow automatic transmission. Lap
belts, a mounted spare tire, roadside jack and boot cover round out
this amazing classic Buick. Documentation is excellent to match,
including the original selling dealer-issued Protect-O-Plate and an
original dealer presentation booklet.This Electra 225 convertible
is one of just 6,746 examples produced for 1960, representing less
than 3 per cent of total Buick production for that model year.
Fully restored and simply handsome throughout, it will certainly
continue to draw admirers everywhere it appears. Find out more by
contacting us to see it for yourself today!