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2006 Shannons Sydney Winter Auction - 24th July
Lot
11

1964 Buick Electra 225 '4 Door' Convertible

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Specifications

Engine V8, 425-cid
Gearbox 3-speed automatic
Body Work Convertible
Colour Red
Interior Black
Trim Vinyl
Wheels Steel disc
Brakes Drums

Description

This lot is no longer available

The Electra 225 represented Buick's top of the line model for 1964, utilising GM's C-Body with unique Buick styling touches like the fender skirts, thin vertical tail lights, wing vents and die-cast grille. The Electra 225 was available in sedan, pillarless sedan, hardtop sedan, sports coupe or convertible configurations and all were equipped with an exclusive level of trim - closed cars were upholstered in vinyl and brocade while leather was used on the convertible. The long list of standard equipment included power steering and brakes, two-speed electric windscreen wipers, foam padded seats, an electric clock and two-way power seats. Powering the not inconsiderable mass riding on the Electra's 126-inch wheelbase was a 425-cid V8 developing 340bhp with a Turbo 400 automatic transmission as standard. As the company's catchcry in period advertising went "Wouldn't you rather have a Buick?" and in the case of the exclusive Electra 225 the answer was most definitely yes!