Vehicle Description
This 1955 Buick Roadmaster Riviera not only is this the special
kind of body you rarely see at the car shows, but also it's exactly
how you want a classic of this caliber with survivor-style looks,
premium vintage features, and a big nailhead V8 under the hood.
The Titian Red paint is a patina lover's paradise. It's believed to
be original to the car, and that means nearly 70 years of age on
this true respected elder. In fact, this has an actual miles title,
and so the odometer shows impressively believed low mileage. We
love how this one wears its generations with pride. But we can also
understand some of you eyeing this as a great restoration
candidate. This was the range-topping hardtop in 1955 with a price
approaching Cadillac levels. That's why this Roadmaster has such a
premium look. The dipping trim in the profile and quad portholes in
the fenders are iconic. The special Riviera hardtop finished in
white goes nicely with the whitewalls while also showing off the
classic pillarless style. And speaking of style, the Roadmaster had
one of the best front ends of the era where the chrome bumper has a
large and intricate presentation that incorporates the grille. And
out back the jet-inspired tailfins flow into the form-fitting
chrome bumper. So you have a significant car that's a clean and
complete package. That makes for both an impressive patina survivor
and/or the kind of base for an award-worthy restoration.
The interior keeps the classic style where it's clean, complete,
and any investments along the way were all about keeping it looking
stock. This Roadmaster is truly artful with the dash that wraps
around into the doors. The machine-turned trim nicely frames the
auxiliary gauges, the steering wheel has the Buick crest in the
center, and the sliders for the heat/defrost look like they were
borrowed directly from a jet aircraft. There are more terrific
details everywhere from the working dome light to the fully
finished trunk. Plus, you'll love the premium Buick touches. This
has a power front seat. And the power windows mean you don't have
to leave the driver's seat to take down all the side glass and
showcase the hallmark Riviera hardtop.
The engine bay continues the true vintage style with details like
the oil bath air cleaner, generator, and glass bottle windshield
fluid. At the center is Buick's 322 cubic-inch "Nailhead" V8, and
it's a year-correct casting that's believed to be original to this
coupe. On a premium Roadmaster, it's topped with a four-barrel
carburetor to deliver the kind of power and torque to keep you
driving in style. There's also power steering and Buick's Dynaflow
automatic transmission. So this respected classic is a great
cruiser going down the road.
This is the affordable classic with a ton of distinction, so don't
miss this Roadmaster Riviera. Call today!!!
