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Luxury at its finest.
Only 8,095 of these cars were made with the rag top costing over $3,000 in 1949 and they are extremely rare and collectible finds today!
West
Coast Classics is proud to present this absolutely exceptional and stunning example
of this virtually all stock and completely rust and accident free 1949 Buick Roadmaster Series 70 Convertible Coupe with it's original 320cid/150HP 8
cylinder engine! Finished
in it's original factory code #1 'Black' color paint with its original Trim code 73 'Red Leather' interior and with its
matching Black convertible soft top with Red piping and a matching tan tonneau cover!
The
original factory options of the car included:
320 CID 150HP inline 8 Cylinder Engine
Dynaflow Drive Automatic Transmission
Independent Front Suspension with Coil Springs
Live Rear Axle with Coil Springs
4 Wheel Hydraulic Drum Brakes
126" Wheelbase
Weather-Warden Heater
'Sonomatic' AM Radio
Pilot Centered recessed instrument panel
Lower body full-lenght stainless trim
4 Round Ventiports
Rear Fender Skirts
Full wheel discs
Auxiliary Driving Lights
Automatic Windshield Washers
E-Z-I non-glare rear view mirror
Electric Clock
Outside rear view mirror
Wide White Sidewall tires
with the coveted Roadmaster Convertible Coupe including as standard:
Leather Interior Trim
Power Convertible Top
Power Seat
Power Windows
The
car looks simply breathtaking in it's beautifully painted original factory 'Black'
color paint and the correct factory Red Leather interior has been professionally restored and is both rich and unblemished and the whole interior is also in quite exceptional and virtually flawless and mostly completely
original condition throughout! The matching Black Power Soft Top with red Piping is also in wonderful condition with only a couple of very minor signs of wear at the stress points (see photos below). All the restored chromework is also in very beautiful condition with no pitting and
the original spare wheel is in the trunk. The original 320 cid 150HP inline 8 cylinder engine (#55056057 - a correct sequence number for the Super Series 70 engine of 1949) is extremely strong and powerful and this
particular car drives magnificently - must be driven to be believed -
drives straight as an arrow with no strange road wobbles, shakes or
rattles - a truly remarkable daily driver that will give any modern day
car a run for it's money!
The 1949 Buick Roadmaster Convertible Coupe boasts a milestone designation for this model and is a serious collector car known for its high quality build, leather interior, bright color schemes and of course its clean streamlined and beautiful styling! Amongst the first all new GM postwar cars to be introduced was this new C body line with leaner and trimmer looking characteristics than before but still boasting the classic Buick waterfall grille bars set under an over arching grille bar. Another styling feature that would become a Buick trademark began this year too with the portholes or 'Ventiports' as Buick named them in later years. Supers got three on each side whilst the top-of-the-line Roadmaster distinguished itself with four on each side! This aircraft inspired design theme was successfully employed by Harvey Earl and Ned Nickles in their pursuit of the ideal automobile! The Roadmaster rode upon a long 126" wheelbase and was offered in 5 bodystyles, the sedan, the fastback sedanette, the coupe, the station wagon and of course the legendary and top-of-the-line Convertible Coupe!
This
is a rare opportunity to own a great daily driving and restored as necessary over the years example of a never abused
and oozing pride of ownership of an obviously always garaged and rust free 1949 Buick Roadmaster Convertible Coupe in simply superb condition throughout! This is one very rare and highly
desirable and collectible unabused example of one of the most rare and
outstanding designs of the late forties and early fifties, these high
quality luxury cars were built to be able to complete long distances
both quickly, powered by Buick's large 320 cid inline 8 cylinder engine matched to the legendary Dynaflow Drive automatic transmission for the ultimate drive and in the utmost of luxury! We doubt that few finer examples exist anywhere.
This
is one very desirable car for any classic American car
collector or obviously any Buick enthusiast to add to his collection and a sure-fire investment that's sure to appreciate over the years for
any classic American car collector!
For further information contact West Coast Classics through EBay or on 310-399-3990 during regular California business hours.
WEST COAST CLASSICS, LLC Please note: TERMS OF SALE: YOU BID TO OWN: This vehicle is being sold by West Coast Classics, LLC; we are licensed and bonded vehicle dealers in the state of California. Please note that all vehicles sold to be registered in the state of California will be charged California sales tax on the final EBay sales price and any required DMV licensing, smog, documentation and registration fees. If leaving the state or country, the vehicle must be picked up by a professional licensed auto transportation company that can provide a bill of lading, otherwise California sales tax will be charged. (All licensed auto transport companies provide these). Any out of the state and international buyers will upon completion of the sale be sent by FEDEX the title and bill of sale for the vehicle and will be personally responsible for any sales tax and licensing and registration fees in their home state or province. All bids are legal and binding contracts to purchase the vehicle and by bidding you are hereby entering into a legal and binding contract to purchase the vehicle and agreeing to accept and abide by these terms of sale: Mechanical inspections welcomed; if you wish to inspect the vehicle you must do so before bidding; upon request seller will be happy to deliver the vehicle to a local Santa Monica mechanic of your choice for your prepaid inspection before the reserve price is met. Once the reserve price is met this vehicle is to be considered sold in ‘as is, where is’ condition to the highest bidder with no guaranties or warranties implied or given. Please have all funds available before bidding as a $1,000 non-refundable deposit is required from the winning bidder within 48 hours (2 business days) of auction end; an immediate $500 non-refundable deposit is required through Ebay’s Paypal service to end the auction early if the "Buy it now" option is exercised and the balance in full is due within ten days of auction end in any case. In the case these terms of sale are not met seller reserves the right to either re-list the vehicle or offer the vehicle to the next highest bidder. Seller reserves the right to end the auction at any time before the reserve price is met. Payment by bank wire transfer, cash in person or cashiers check only. All inspections must be done prior to bidding. The non-refundable deposit in the amount of $1,000 is due within 48 hours of the auction end via bank wire transfer or cashier's check via overnight mail. The full payment must be completed within 10 days regardless of a pick up date. In the event the deposit is not posted within the required period of time, the vehicle will be offered for sale to the next subsequent high bidder or relisted for sale. This is to be considered an absolute sale and the buyer is required to comply with all of my conditions in these terms of sale. By placing a bid and winning the auction you hereby agree to abide completely with these terms of sale and the terms of sale are to be considered a legal and binding purchase agreement. Once again, please note that there are no inspections to be made after the auction ends - please be sure to complete any inspection before bidding. The Seller reserves the right to cancel any bid at any time and to end the auction early for any reason. The seller makes every effort to describe in detail any known flaws in the vehicle and includes many detailed and recent photos of the vehicle. The mileage on the vehicle is correct at the time of listing but obviously subject to minor changes necessary to complete delivery of the vehicle to the buyer and test drives etc. Please note that all used vehicles, especially classic and older vehicles, are by definition unique and complex and their condition, for better or worse, must always be considered a subjective opinion to each individual. Therefore the seller shall not be responsible for the absolute correct description, authenticity, genuineness, or defects herein, and makes no guaranties or warranty in connection therewith. Vehicles are sold with one master key unless otherwise stated. Vehicles are sold with handbooks and manuals only if stated in the advertisement. No allowance will be made on account of any incorrectness, imperfection, defect or damage. Any descriptions or representations are for identification purposes only and are not to be construed as a warranty of any type. It is the responsibility of the buyer to have thoroughly inspected the vehicle, and to have satisfied himself or herself as to the condition and value of the vehicle before bidding and to bid based upon that judgment solely. Seller assumes no responsibility for any repairs whatsoever regardless of any oral or written statements about the vehicle. Good luck and thanks for your interest!