Vehicle Description
1953 Buick Roadmaster Pardon the dust! For discerning viewers,
youll note the coat of pollen on this amazing 1953 Buick Roadmaster
Riviera. When I arrived to take the pictures, our seller, Arthur,
was very apologetic for not having given her a bath before I
arrived. However, for a guy working toward his 90th birthday, it
was easy to be forgiving. This is a low production Buick and was
appointed with numerous high quality styling details. The trim tag
tells us that Paint code 68 is Terrace Green and it has the Ridge
Green Roof. The interior trim is cloth and is code 71 (please note
the minimal wear through on the back of the drivers seat). Overall,
youll be proud to drive it anywhere, take it to shows and simply
enjoy it when you walk into your garage. With 87,248 miles, Arthur
tells us that it doesnt need anything. Just turn the key and drive
it. Hes very proud of it, although hes ready to sell. Take a close
look at how original this one is. Essentially, its unrestored! The
fifth generation of the Buick Roadmaster was introduced in 1949.
They were available in four-door sedan, two-door sedanette,
two-door hardtop coupe, four-door station wagon and convertible
body styles. The fifth generation was the first of the four-hole
Buicks of that era, referring to the ventiports on the front
fenders. Originally, they were functional, providing ventilation
for the engine compartment. Later, they were only cosmetic. Among
the optional equipment available were a toolkit, outside mirrors,
hubcaps, spotlight, tissue dispenser, parking brake warning light,
sunvisor, vanity mirror and polishing kit. Fifth generation
Roadmasters were smaller than previous generation cars, but had a
more modern appearance, notably the curved windshield. Nineteen
fifty-one models got a new grille and the straight-8 engine
displacement increasd to 320 cid. In 1952, engine power output was
increased to 170 hp. Nineteen fifty-three models got the most
significant changes of the fifth ge
