Vehicle Description
In the 1960s you bought a Buick because you wanted style to go with
your power. Today that spirit has made them a true unique cruiser.
And in the case of this 1965 Buick Electra 225, with a 401 V8,
there might be no more affordable way to get a classy classic with
this much power and great upgrades.
These full-size Buicks had some of the best designs for the era.
The styling is a little more curvaceous than the Olds and Cadillac
C-bodies, and the factory-correct Arctic White paint goes perfect
with Buick's premium image. The designers really understood what it
took to make a flagship coupe. That meant distinctive front and
rear styling with impressive center points. Plus, not only did the
bumpers follow this unique design but the side trim artfully
connects with these wraparound units and runs along the profile
(including the fender skirts) to create one cohesive perimeter. You
couldn't see that today if there had not been decades of care that
has going into this coupe. You not only see the care in the paint
and brightwork, but also in the details, too. Everything from the
iconic portholes to the factory wheel covers shows you that this
luxury coupe has been treated with respect from day one.
The restored black vinyl interior looks great against the white
exterior - that's probably why this Electra was ordered from the
factory that way! Every major piece of original trim is still in
place, from the chrome on the door panels, to the Buick crest on
the dash. This was Buick's full-size offering so there's plenty of
room for you to share the classic car experience with up to five
family and friends. But for those days you just feel like
independent cruising, the fold-down armrest gives you personal
luxury. You'll love grabbing the factory two-spoke steering wheel
that gives a clear view of those large and bright gauge pods. The
original AM/FM radio is still in place for appearance sake, but the
tunes now come out of a more modern AM/FM/CD stereo that even has
an input for your iPod.
Under the hood you'll find a Wildcat 445 V8 - named after its
torque rating. An interesting marketing approach, these engines
actually displace 401 cubic inches and were topped by a four-barrel
carburetor. Regardless of the name, this powerplant advertised an
impressive 325 horsepower. The Wildcat is hooked up to a dual
exhaust system, but unlike the brutish muscle cars, this is a
sophisticated animal. So the low-end rumble will provide you
personal pride without setting off neighborhood car alarms. If you
really want to get attention with this monster motor, then just pop
the hood and everyone at the car shows will flock to your
exceptionally original engine bay. This Buick is truly set up for
cruising with power steering, power brakes, and a three-speed
automatic transmission.
This is a large and powerful cruiser that has a true presence
wherever it goes (and the right features to go anywhere!) So when a
great classic like this is also so affordable, you know you have to
hurry to grab this opportunity. Call today!!!
