Vehicle Description
To be OFFERED AT AUCTION WITHOUT RESERVE at Auctions America’s Auburn Fall event, September 1-4, 2016.
Chassis No.
7A1098619
Estimate:
$ 70,000 - $ 90,000 US
The Motorama-inspired 1954 Buick Skylark was based on the Century, with a more-powerful 322-cid V-8 engine. Essentially a factory-built custom car, the Skylark’s body was extensively reworked, while its many features made for a short list of options due to the staggering number of factory standards. The distinctive rear fin treatment was also unique to the Skylark. With a lowered base price of $4,483 for 1954, the Skylark was still more expensive than both the Cadillac Series 62 convertible and Buick’s own Roadmaster convertible. Just 836 of these striking cars were produced in the 1954 model year.
The Skylark was like a flight into tomorrow with its V-8 power; this car looks fresh and inviting in white with a steel blue and white interior and navy blue canvas power soft-top. Among the features on this particular car are chromed wire wheels, whitewall tires, AM radio, clock, automatic transmission, dual mirrors; power windows, steering and brakes.
