Vehicle Description
1957 Buick Roadmaster 2 Door Hardtop reportedly with 19,207
milesMuseum Quality, formerly owned by the renown Bryan Frank
Collection1 of 3,826 producedOriginal 364 CI Nailhead V-8
engineAutomatic transmissionPower steeringPower brakesDual exhaust
systemDual outside mirrorsWonderbar radioPadded dashStock two-tone
upholsteryRoadmaster roof and trunk mouldingsChrome wire wheels
with wide WhitewallsRefinished in the original Garnet Red and Shell
Beige West Coast Classics are proud to present an absolutely superb
and extraordinary example of this very rare and original 1957 Buick
76R Roadmaster V8 2 Door 6 Passenger Hardtop with its original and
legendary and highly desirable 364 CID/300 HP 4BBL V8 engine
matched to its original Variable Pitch Dynaflow drive automatic
transmission with a reportedly original 19K miles and certainly as
good as frame off nuts and bolts restored in its original and very
attractive 'Shell Beige over Garnet Red' (paint code PN) two-tone
color combination paint with its also original and matching
two-tone Broadcloth amp; Custom Nylon upholstery with double depth
Foamtex cushions (trim code 781) 'Rust cloth over Ivory Cordaveen',
full carpeting, padded instrument panel, trunk light, 'Sweepspear'
stainless bodyside trim with Red painted insert, front and rear
bumper guards, 4 Ventiports on front fenders; original electric
Buick clock and with loaded factory options of: Heater amp;
Defroster, Power brakes, Power steering, Power windows, Power front
seat, Easy-Eye tinted glass, Full wheel covers, Outside LH rear
view mirror and 'Sonomatic AM radio!For 1957, the Buick Roadmaster
would emerge not just as an ultimate incarnation of a styling and
statement leader, but as a powerful vehicle in its own right. As
manufacturers continued to dress their cars with more brightwork
than ever before, they also began building engines that hovered in
the 300 HP-range, the practice enticing younger buyers into the
showrooms. Buicks 364 CI V-8 engine, known as the Nailhead, was
standard equipment on the topline Roadmaster and generated a
whopping 300 HP. For these luxurious models, Buick focused heavily
on promoting a lifestyle of effortlessness; a quiet, distinguished
wealth, with an outspoken flair and a zest for modern luxury that
would appeal to a younger, professional set. One print ad for the
1957 Buick Roadmaster went so far as to say, Proud choice of the
man who carries success with ease. This particular 1957 Buick
Roadmaster has rolled a mere 19,207 miles and is one of just 3,826
produced. Refinished in the original colors of Garnet Red and Shell
Beige with a matching interior, the lengthy Roadmaster features all
the brightwork expected of the flagship marque, including the
specialized roof and trunk moldings. Powered by its original 364 CI
Nailhead engine and automatic transmission, the car aims to coddle
with power steering, power brakes, dual sideview mirrors, a
Wonderbar radio, heater, defroster, in-dash clock and more. The
interior is upholstered with the correct original factory two-tone
material that matches the exterior, the padded dashboard is trimmed
with engine-turned aluminum detailing, the gauges all seemingly
impeccable. Fitted with a dual exhaust, the note is authoritative
without being intrusive, powerful without making a fuss. Hallmarks
of Buick. Rolling on wide whitewall tires with chrome wire wheels,
the look is spectacularly swanky but in a restrained way that only
Buick could build. The 1957 Buick Roadmaster was one of Harley
Earl's personal favorite designs. The return of Buick's pre-war
'factory hot rod' with a sweeping side body line, strong face, and
jet-age tail embodied everything that made the Mid-50's GMs the
pinnacle of American car design. A huge symbolic change was the use
of four portholes on Century's and Super's as well as on
Roadmaster's to identify the cars with the larger engines rather
than longer wheelbases.The Roadmaster was a true high-performance
car combining Roadmaster power with with about half having three
speed manual transmissions and the other half were equipped with
Buick's improved and more efficient Variable-Pitch Dynaflow drive
such as this particular example. The Roadmaster was not only fast
off the line but they were also genuine 100mph cruisers. A 1955
Century hit 110 mph at the Flying Mile competition at Daytona
SpeedWeeks and in 1955 Buick took the only two wins in NASCAR Grand
National stock car racing that it would see for many years.In 1957
Buick introduced the enlarged 'Fireball V8' engine with greater
bore and stroke, increasing displacement to 364 cubic inches and
producing 250-300HP, depending upon the model. This 1957 Buick
Roadmaster 364/300HP V8 is one of only 3,826 built for 1957 and is
one of the rarest of all Buick's built in '57! Buyers got a lot for
the money starting with the enlarged 364 cubic-inch V-8 rated at
300 HP which equated to 400 ft/lbs of torque along with the all new
Instant Variable Pitch Dynaflow transmission which offered seamless
power during acceleration. There were other amenities that cost
extra in lesser cars such as in-line Safety power steering, power
brakes, power windows, two-way power front seat, deluxe steering
wheel, self-locking parking brakes amp; other extremely desirable
features of the day. This particular and now very rare and highly
collectible and desirable 1957 Buick 'Roadmaster 76R' 364/300HP V8
2 Door Hardtop example was formerly part of the renown 'Bryan Frank
Collection' with a reportedly 19K original miles is in absolutely
pristine condition throughout with a laser straight original body
with all original sheetmetal and with the floor boards, trunk and
all the typical rust-prone areas solid and rust free and with the
car showing no signs of any accidents. Starting with an original
with only 19K original miles, it has been refinished obviously only
as necessary over the years in the original attractive factory
combination of 'Shell Beige over Garnet Red'. The car is very
handsome and boasts power windows, power steering, power seats, and
power brakes and quite simply there can be no finer examples
available anywhere else. Under the hood the legendary Nailhead V-8
looks showroom fresh and is ready to roll. Properly detailed
including factory stickers and markings, everything has been
restored to show-car quality condition when required including the
totally rebuilt power steering and power brakes featuring the
trustworthy Treadle-Vac system. This is truly a full-power car
which also includes windows, front seat and even the radio antenna
for the Sonomatic push-button radio. The original '364 cid/300HP V8
engine runs strong and sounds absolutely magnificent and this
particular car drives really well - a truly remarkable daily driver
that will give any modern day car a run for it's money! For 1957,
Buick used plenty of chrome trim and all the brightwork on this car
has been given a deep and reflective re-plating that is sure to win
hearts and impress even the most fastidious of judges. Even the
luggage compartment has been completely finished and carpeted with
the spare tire encased, it sports a set of new 'Truespoke' chrome
wheels featuring Buick emblems in the center of the simulated
knock-off spinners wrapped with wide whitewall tires. Ride,
comfort, luxury, opulence, and rarity; this 1957 Buick Roadmaster
rare 76R model has it all. This is a rare opportunity to own a
great daily driving example of a superbly restored and very
striking museum quality 1957 Buick Roadmaster 76R V8 C2 Door
Hardtop with believed to be 19K original miles in turn-key ready
condition for any classic American car enthusiast to enjoy or
collect today!