Vehicle Description
Motorcar Studio is pleased to offer this 1964 Buick Electric 225
Super Wildcat Convertible. Believed to be one of only six Electra
convertibles ordered with the high performance 425 cubic inch
"Super Wildcat" V8 fed by two four-barrel carburetors, this is an
exceptionally rare car that has been restored to a concours
standard.
The Electra 225 was Buick's top-of-the-line offering at the time,
and 1964 was the first year for the three-speed Turbo-Hydramatic
400 automatic transmission (a big upgrade from the two-speed
Dynaflow). A 401 cubic inch "Nailhead" V8 was standard equipment;
the Wildcat 465 (so named due to its 465 lb-ft of torque) came
standard in the Riviera and was optional for the Wildcat and
Electra models. But only a handful of the most performance-oriented
buyers selected the Super Wildcat option, outfitted with dual
quads.
This example is finished in correct Wedgewood Blue with a navy blue
canvas top and black leather interior. Panels are laser straight
with good gaps and the chrome has been restored to a
better-than-factory standard. Whitewall radials on gorgeous wire
wheels are a nice finishing touch. Interior presents well with
excellent carpet, seat upholstery, door panels, dash, steering
wheel and interior trim. Canvas top is in like-new condition with a
clear rear window, and the power convertible top mechanism works
smoothly. Glass is likewise excellent with all power windows
working as they should. The original AM/FM radio remains in the
dash but a modern CD stereo is discreetly hidden in the glove box
with controls located in the ash tray.
Under the hood is the original numbers-matching code "KX" 425 cubic
inch Super Wildcat V8 fitted from the factory with dual quads and
mated to a THM400 three-speed automatic transmission. Optioned with
power steering and power brakes, this Buick is well tuned and
starts easily hot or cold (and it drives great). It runs smoothly
and idles quietly but offers plenty of power on demand.
For more information about this 1964 Buick Electra Super Wildcat
Convertible for sale at Motorcar Studio in Atlanta, please call
404-692-5250.
