VIN:
A1046137
A low mileage ’54 Buick Skylark convertible in Willow Green? Sounds like an enthusiast’s dream. In 1953, the Buick Roadmaster Skylark was introduced to celebrate Buick’s 50th anniversary and was created by Harley Earl, a distinguished GM designer. It was priced much higher than the standard Roadmaster convertible. 1954 brought some radical styling changes, moving it towards the “long and low” design concept that marked the mid to late 1950s. Earl redesigned the Skylark and made it smaller and lighter by putting it on the Century series 40 Chassis. The vehicle came with 12v electricals and a 322 cubic inch Fireball V8 (both firsts in the Buick world). However, despite the redesign, sales hit a slump, possibly partly due to the fact that it was based on the shorter Century series 40 chassis and not the Roadmaster series 60 series like its predecessor. Only 836 examples ended up being made before production was stopped, and the owner states that this beauty was number 44 off the line in the Flint MI plant. It is also reportedly one of just 166 that remain registered in the US today. Overall, this is a rare and beautifully maintained refreshed original survivor. It can only be described as “stunning” and draws a crowd wherever she goes!
Can there be too much green on a car? Well in this case, the answer is no. This Buick presents in Willow Green with a beautiful two-toned Green Leather Interior, which really accentuates the vast chromework. The dark and light green interior matches the exterior perfectly. In addition, the owner states that the interior leather and materials are in great shape. They recently had all the foam under the Leather removed and replaced. But it doesn’t just stop there; being a 50s Buick V8, even the engine is green. Very few cars before or after this era could pull off the green and chrome combo in such a classy manner as this vehicle is stunningly beautiful. Speaking of chrome, those wide whitewalls are mounted on chrome wire wheels, and, on the topic of wheels, that Continental kit was reportedly dealer-installed at the time of the original delivery and the Kelsey Hayes spoked wheels only properly add to the charm of this classic beauty. It appears to still have the Selectronic AM radio installed by Buick and additionally, this generation were also said to have come with power windows and brakes as standard equipment.
Under the hood, this vehicle retains the 322ci (5.3L) Fireball V8 (nicknamed the “Nailhead” by enthusiasts), which came with a Dynaflow automatic transmission. With just 88,000 miles on the original, refreshed engine, the combination of that engine and transmission along with the 50s suspension should make this car a perfect boulevard cruiser and car show beauty, especially with the convertible top down.
1954 Buick Skylark Convertible
Buick Nailhead 322ci V8
Twin-Turbine Dynaflow Automatic Transmission
RWD
Willow Green Exterior
Green Interior
Current Owner Reports Numbered 44/836 And 1 of 166 Registered Remaining
Original Dealer-Installed Continental Kit
Current Owner Reports 88,000 Original Miles On Engine
Buick Selectronic AM Radio
Kelsey Hayes Spoked Wheels
Power Windows
Power Brakes
Refreshed Interior
A low mileage ’54 Buick Skylark convertible in Willow Green? Sounds like an enthusiast’s dream. In 1953, the Buick Roadmaster Skylark was introduced to celebrate Buick’s 50th anniversary and was created by Harley Earl, a distinguished GM designer. It was priced much higher than the standard Roadmaster convertible. 1954 brought some radical styling changes, moving it towards the “long and low” design concept that marked the mid to late 1950s. Earl redesigned the Skylark and made it smaller and lighter by putting it on the Century series 40 Chassis. The vehicle came with 12v electricals and a 322 cubic inch Fireball V8 (both firsts in the Buick world). However, despite the redesign, sales hit a slump, possibly partly due to the fact that it was based on the shorter Century series 40 chassis and not the Roadmaster series 60 series like its predecessor. Only 836 examples ended up being made before production was stopped, and the owner states that this beauty was number 44 off the line in the Flint MI plant. It is also reportedly one of just 166 that remain registered in the US today. Overall, this is a rare and beautifully maintained refreshed original survivor. It can only be described as “stunning” and draws a crowd wherever she goes!
Originally a trim designation, the Buick Skylark became a standalone option with the 1964 model year. The second generation Skylark followed in 1968 with a new design. It also featured additional safety features, such as parking lights that illuminated with the car’s headlights, shoulder belts, and side markers. The design was sleek, with the two-door coupes receiving fastback-like styling, a long hood with quad lights, and a simple yet elegant grille up front. While a range of engines were available, our featured 1971 Buick Skylark is powered by the 350-4 This 1971 Skylark could serve as either a great starter classic or a valuable addition to a collection.
In the automotive world, there are multiple cultures; you get the custom build scene, the imports, classic muscle, European motors and many more sub cultures. If you are a fan of classic American motors, you are exposed to a host of niche automotive cultures, and one always stands out - the lowrider classic car culture. The lowrider scene is growing in popularity, and cars from the 50s and 60s are decked out with upgrades to make them stand out. Present today is your ticket into the lowrider car culture, and it looks like this lovely 1965 Buick Skylark Sport Coupe. With a reported 500 miles since a rebuild, this classic American motor is beautiful from every angle and can be yours to cruise into the weekend in style.
Buick’s midsize offering from 1973 to 2004, the Regal, entered the market just as the Malaise Era was getting started. So, instead of moaning about the stringent emissions and economy regulations, Buick made it a bit more upmarket than segment contenders. Then, the second generation came about in 1978, bringing with it fresh styling and a station wagon body style. Then, in 1982, the Grand National trim came out, to celebrate Buick winning the Manufacturers Cup in 1981 and 1982 for the NASCAR Winston Cup Grand National. Buick proudly advertised the car as “What wins on Sunday sells on Monday”. Up for sale today is a 1985 Buick Regal Grand National, but one that’s been extensively modified. The car pushes a four-figure horsepower digit at the wheels, and the current owner proudly tells us that it does a 5.2 in the 1/8th at 131mph. Want more figures? How about an 8.4 in the quarter mile, passing the line at a staggering 161mph? Furthermore, this build has just 4,500 miles on it, and comes with some creature comforts that make it a viable regular car when required.
Cars from 1950 are getting rarer. During that time, automakers went above and beyond to produce works of art on wheels. Classic car enthusiasts know well enough that these icons are worth preserving, but there is a cost, namely convenience. That's when the topic of restoration comes up. Users can add modern amenities that make everyday life with the car more comfortable while still enjoying the nostalgia of the bygone era. This 1950 Buick Super is an excellent example of a classic that has been tastefully restored. According to reports, it has only been 2,000 miles since its full restoration.
If one were to hear the brand name Buick, what would spring to mind are some of the most impressive classic cars in history. An interesting fact about Buick is that it was among the first American automobile brands and was the company that established General Motors. It was founded more than a century ago and granted the world with fascinating automobiles that are coveted today. The Buick Special, otherwise known as the Series 40, is a model line produced by the company that was usually its lowest-priced model. In the year 1940, Buick marketed their year lineup as new and improved, and our subject, the 1940 Buick Special Series 40 Coupe, was among them.
The fourth-generation Ford Fairlane of the ‘60s offered a happy middle ground for those who wanted a large sedan or coupe but didn’t want to stretch to the levels that the Galaxie offered. Our featured Ford Fairlane has been on the receiving end of some loving restoration work and reports an all-new interior along with other key components. With a 260ci V8 engine, the owner reports a mileage of 47,200 on the odometer.
Say hello to the 1968 Chevrolet Camaro SS. You may be familiar with the name; after all, it’s one of the most iconic cars out there. It was a proper performance car that took the Camaro name to new heights. One of the downsides of this kind of fame is that imitators are aplenty — not all Camaros bore the SS moniker when they left the showroom. However, our featured car is reported to be a true SS. Moreover, it’s undergone a complete restoration to bring it to its current condition.
Would you like to own a vehicle that’s a sports car and a pickup truck rolled into one surprisingly stylish package? Well, that’s what the Chevy El Camino has been offering for several years, until it bowed out in 1987. This interesting body style provided the ride quality and handling of a car, paired with some load-lugging capabilities more atypical of pickup trucks. Called the Coupe Utility segment, this would go on to become immensely popular in countries such as Australia and South Africa. So if you’re a Coupe Utility fan, check out this 1987 Chevrolet El Camino SS with just 5,000 original miles that we’re selling right now. The current owner reports that it’s had a recent oil change, and comes with a maintenance manual, plus an original car cover to keep it safe should you need to park it outdoors.
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