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There were only 350 examples of the Roadmaster Model 80C four-door sport phaetons produced in 1938. This example was previously owned by the president of the Buick Club of America. It has had a complete, body-off restoration that was done several years ago. There are dual side-mounted spare tires with body-color cases, as well as front and rear triple bumper guards, fog lights, and body-colored steel wheels with bright hubcaps and trim rings surrounding the wide whitewall tires. On the inside, there is a woodgrain dash that is complemented by an accessory faux ivory steering wheel with full horn right along with the electric clock, Master heater and Ceterline radio. Under the bonnet is the Chayne-designed straight-eight motor that is rated at 141 horsepower and is more than capable of carrying this 4,325-pound masterpiece.
In 2009, this Sport Phaeton was offered for sale at the Houston Classic Auction presented by Worldwide Auctioneers and held in Seabrook, Texas. The lot was estimated to sell for $70,000 - $90,000. As bidding came to a close, the lot had been sold for the sum of $66,000, not including the 10-percent buyer's premium. Bidding had begun at $50,000 and would receive seven more bids before reaching the high bid of $66,000.By Daniel Vaughan | Apr 2019
In 2009, this Sport Phaeton was offered for sale at the Houston Classic Auction presented by Worldwide Auctioneers and held in Seabrook, Texas. The lot was estimated to sell for $70,000 - $90,000. As bidding came to a close, the lot had been sold for the sum of $66,000, not including the 10-percent buyer's premium. Bidding had begun at $50,000 and would receive seven more bids before reaching the high bid of $66,000.By Daniel Vaughan | Apr 2019
2009 Worldwide Auctioneers : The Houston Classic Auction
Pre-Auction Estimates :
USD $70,000-USD $90,000
Sale Price :
USD $72,600
1938 Buick Series 80 Roadmaster Auction Sales
Recent Sales of the Buick Series 80 Roadmaster
(Data based on Model Year 1938 sales)
1938 Buick Roadmaster Series 80C Sport Phaeton Chassis#: 13347682 Sold for USD$52,640 2021 Bonhams : The Scottsdale Auction | |
1938 Buick Series 80C Roadmaster Sport Phaeton Chassis#: 83480369 Sold for USD$84,700 2018 Worldwide Auctioneers : Pacific Grove Auction | |
1938 Buick Series 81 Roadmaster Touring Sedan with Trunkback Sold for USD$32,450 2015 Auctions America - Auburn Spring | |
1938 Buick Roadmaster Touring Sedan with Trunkback Sold for USD$22,275 2015 Auctions America - Fort Lauderdale | |
1938 Buick Model 80C Roadmster Sold for USD$56,100 2011 Worldwide Auctioneers - The Houston Classic Weekend | |
1938 Buick Model 80C Roadmaster Sold for USD$56,100 2011 Worldwide Auctioneers - The Houston Classic Weekend | |
1938 Buick Roadmaster Us Army Staff Car Sold for USD$4,800 2011 Mecum Auctions - Kissimmee, FL Auction | |
1938 Buick Roadmaster US Army Staff Car Sold for USD$8,750 2010 Mecum - Kissimee Auction | |
1938 Buick Limited Series 80 Opera Brougham Chassis#: 83486795 Sold for USD$506,000 2009 Pebble Beach Auction : Gooding & Company | |
1938 Buick Roadmaster Series 80 Chassis#: 13383019 Sold for USD$72,600 2009 Worldwide Auctioneers : The Houston Classic Auction | |
1938 Buick Roadmaster Convertible Sedan Sold for USD$57,200 2007 Worldwide Auctions - Sterling McCall 2007 | |
1938 Buick Series 80 Opera Brougham Chassis#: 83486795 Sold for USD$275,000 2004 Vintage Motor Cars at Amelia Island | |
1938 BUICK 80 SERIES PHAETON Sold for USD$52,000 2002 Kruse Auction - Auburn, IN |
Buick Series 80 Roadmasters That Failed To Sell At Auction
1938 Buick Series 80 Roadmaster's that have appeared at auction but did not sell.
Vehicle | Chassis | Event | High Bid | Est. Low | Est. High |
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1938 Buick Century Series 80 Sedan | 2012 Shannons Sydney Autumn Classic |
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