For 1908, the Buick Model G changed drastically, as it was given a longer wheelbase that now measured 92-inches. The exterior changed as well, with newly designed fenders, grille, and a reshaped hood. A single color was offered, of red with matching red wooden wheels. The two-cylinder engine remained a 159 cubic-inch unit with 22 horsepower. Pricing was set at $1150 with 219 examples built. Its Model F Touring sibling fared better for 1908, with 3281 examples built. The Model G was one of six Buick Models offered for 1908.
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Auction entries : 1When Durant took over Buick in 1904, only 37 cars had been built. By 1906 he had sold over 200 cars, with 4,641 sold in 1907 and 8,820 in 1908. Sales rose to 14,606 cars for 1909, then doubling again in 1910. David Buick sold his stock and departed in 1908. At the same time, Durant would use Buick as his base to form General Motors. By the close of 1908, GM would include Oakland and Oldsmobile, along with Buick.
by Daniel Vaughan | May 2019
Runabout
Chassis #: 7824
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Auction entries : 1
by Daniel Vaughan | May 2019
Related Reading : Buick Model G History
The Buick Model G was produced from 1906 to 1909. The Model F and Model G were nearly identical except the Model F was a Tourer while the Model G was a two-seat roadster version. The running gear was identical and pricing for the F was set at %241250 while the Roadster was %24100 less. Power was from a two-cylinder 159 cubic-inch engine that delivered 22 horsepower. There was a 2-speed planetary transmission....
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