For Sale: 1955 Buick Roadmaster in Mesa, Arizona

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!!!