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The year was a big one for the brand that served as the foundation for the General Motors empire. Established in 1903, Buick celebrated its golden anniversary with the introduction of the Fireball V-8, its first, ending a long tradition of inline eights (although the straight eight remained in the inventory until 1954). The new engine was mated with a new Twin Turbine Dynaflow automatic transmission, and a 12-volt electrical system replaced the old 6-volt - much more likely to awaken sleeping Buicks on sub-zero winter mornings.
Buick celebrated its 50th anniversary in 1953. It was fourth in sales with nearly 8-percent of the United States car market. This is one of only 1,450 Buick Roadmasters built in 1953 with factory air (by FrigidAire, which was introduced that same year). This Buick, which was chauffeur-driven, also featured power steering, power brakes, floor controlled radio, and factory half-wire wheels.
Power was supplied by Buick's new overhead valve V-8, which replaced the company's legendary overhead valve in-line eight. The new V-8 produced 164 horsepower from its 322 cubic-inches. Most Buick Roadmasters came equipped with Dynaflow transmissions.
Factory air conditioning by Frigidaire, was yet another first for Buick in 1953, and power steering and power brakes became standard equipment. The 322 cubic-inch (5.3 liter) overhead valve V-8 was available in three states of tune, ranging from 164 to 188 horsepower. At its most potent, the Fireball eight had a compression ratio of 8.5:1, tops in the industry at the time. Roadmasters continued to be the prestige end of Buick lineup, and this sedan served as a chauffeur-driven limousine for its original owner in Indianapolis. The Roadmasters rolled Indy's streets and byways for 50,000 miles over its first 33 years. It was acquired by its current owner in 1985.
As a testament to the care lavished on the car during its Indianapolis years, the Roadmaster required only an early 1990s exterior restoration, performed by Autowerkes in Cleveland, to keep it show worthy. The interior, including the air conditioning system, is in original condition.
Buick celebrated its 50th anniversary in 1953. It was fourth in sales with nearly 8-percent of the United States car market. This is one of only 1,450 Buick Roadmasters built in 1953 with factory air (by FrigidAire, which was introduced that same year). This Buick, which was chauffeur-driven, also featured power steering, power brakes, floor controlled radio, and factory half-wire wheels.
Power was supplied by Buick's new overhead valve V-8, which replaced the company's legendary overhead valve in-line eight. The new V-8 produced 164 horsepower from its 322 cubic-inches. Most Buick Roadmasters came equipped with Dynaflow transmissions.
Factory air conditioning by Frigidaire, was yet another first for Buick in 1953, and power steering and power brakes became standard equipment. The 322 cubic-inch (5.3 liter) overhead valve V-8 was available in three states of tune, ranging from 164 to 188 horsepower. At its most potent, the Fireball eight had a compression ratio of 8.5:1, tops in the industry at the time. Roadmasters continued to be the prestige end of Buick lineup, and this sedan served as a chauffeur-driven limousine for its original owner in Indianapolis. The Roadmasters rolled Indy's streets and byways for 50,000 miles over its first 33 years. It was acquired by its current owner in 1985.
As a testament to the care lavished on the car during its Indianapolis years, the Roadmaster required only an early 1990s exterior restoration, performed by Autowerkes in Cleveland, to keep it show worthy. The interior, including the air conditioning system, is in original condition.
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1953 Buick Series 70 Roadmaster Auction Sales
Recent Sales of the Buick Series 70 Roadmaster
(Data based on Model Year 1953 sales)
1953 Buick Skylark Convertible Chassis#: 16973515 Sold for USD$55,000 2024 Mecum : Harrisburg | |
1953 Buick Roadmaster Chassis#: 26999894 Sold for USD$5,500 2024 Mecum : Houston | |
1953 Buick Skylark Chassis#: 16760829 Sold for USD$89,600 2024 Broad Arrow Auctions : Amelia | |
1953 Buick Skylark Convertible Sold for USD$84,000 2024 Bonhams : Amelia Island Auction | |
1953 BUICK SKYLARK CONVERTIBLE Chassis#: 47095558 Sold for USD$154,000 2024 Barrett-Jackson : Scottsdale AZ | |
1953 Buick Skylark Convertible Chassis#: 16760379 Sold for USD$39,600 2024 Mecum : Kissimmee | |
1953 Buick Skylark Convertible Chassis#: 16922840 Sold for USD$55,000 2024 Mecum : Kissimmee | |
1953 BUICK SKYLARK CONVERTIBLE Chassis#: 16991019 Sold for USD$95,700 2023 Barrett-Jackson : Las Vegas | |
1953 Buick Skylark Convertible Chassis#: 17043790 Sold for USD$77,000 2023 Mecum : Houston | |
1953 Buick Skylark Convertible Sold for USD$80,300 2023 Mecum : Glendale | |
1953 Buick Roadmaster break 'woody' Chassis#: 16985362 Sold for USD$46,472 2023 Artcurial : Retromobile | |
1953 Buick Skylark Convertible Chassis#: 16986767 Sold for USD$140,000 2023 Bonhams : Scottsdale Auction | |
1953 BUICK SKYLARK CONVERTIBLE Chassis#: 16840186 Sold for USD$165,000 2023 Barrett-Jackson : Scottsdale, Az. | |
1953 Buick Roadmaster Convertible Sold for USD$92,400 2022 Mecum : Chicago | |
1953 BUICK SKYLARK CONVERTIBLE Chassis#: 17074428 Sold for USD$73,700 2022 Barrett-Jackson : Las Vegas | |
1953 BUICK SKYLARK CONVERTIBLE Chassis#: 16828663 Sold for USD$137,500 2022 Barrett-Jackson : Palm Beach | |
1953 Buick Skylark Convertible Sold for USD$95,700 2022 RM Sothebys : Fort Lauderdale | |
1953 Buick Roadmaster Estate Wagon Chassis#: 16917318 Sold for USD$48,400 2021 RM Sothebys : Hershey | |
1953 Buick Roadmaster Sedan Chassis#: 26765173 Sold for USD$13,750 2021 RM Auctions : Auburn Fall | |
1953 Buick Skylark Convertible Chassis#: V3527575 Sold for USD$73,700 2021 Mecum : Monterey |
Buick Series 70 Roadmasters That Failed To Sell At Auction
1953 Buick Series 70 Roadmaster's that have appeared at auction but did not sell.
Vehicle | Chassis | Event | High Bid | Est. Low | Est. High |
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1953 Buick Skylark Convertible | 16747910 | 2023 Mecum : Indy | $65,000 | ||
1953 Buick Skylark Anniversary Convertible | 2022 RM Sothebys : Sand Lots | $100,000 | $125,000 | ||
1953 Buick Skylark Convertible | 2021 Mecum : Houston 2021 | $85,000 | |||
1953 Buick Skylark Convertible | 2020 Mecum : Indy | $85,000 | $110,000 | $120,000 | |
1953 Buick Skylark | 16922840 | 2020 RM Sothebys : Palm Beach Online | $100,000 | $150,000 | |
1953 Buick Skylark Convertible | 2020 Mecum : Glendale | $110,000 | |||
1953 Buick Skylark Convertible | 2020 Mecum Auctions : Kissimmee | $55,000 | |||
1953 Buick Skylark Convertible | 2020 Mecum Auctions : Kissimmee | $190,000 | $200,000 | $250,000 | |
1953 Buick Skylark Convertible | 17142626 | 2019 RM Sothebys : Hershey | $110,000 | $130,000 | |
1953 Buick Skylark Convertible | 2019 Mecum : Las Vegas | $75,000 | |||
1953 Buick Skylark | 2019 Fall Carlisle Auction | ||||
1953 Buick Skylark | 2019 RM Auctions : Auburn Fall | ||||
1953 Buick Skylark Convertible Coupe | 2019 Mecum : Indianpolis | $80,000 | $120,000 | $150,000 | |
1953 Buick Skylark | 16839595 | 2019 RM Sothebys : Scottsdale Arizona | $100,000 | $125,000 | |
1953 Buick Skylark Convertible | 2018 Mecum : Las Vegas | $70,000 | |||
1953 Buick Skylark Convertible | 2018 Mecum : 2018 Chicago | $60,000 | |||
1953 Buick Skylark Convertible | 2018 Mecum : 2018 Chicago | $97,500 | |||
1953 Buick Skylark Convertible | 16842896 | 2018 Mecum : Monterey | $130,000 | $125,000 | $150,000 |
1953 Buick Estate Wagon | V1818145 | 2018 RM Sothebys : Auburn Spring | |||
1953 Buick Skylark Convertible | 2018 Mecum : Kissimmee | ||||
1953 Buick Skylark Convertible | 2017 Mecum : Chicago | $125,000 | |||
1953 Buick Skylark | 16756391 | 2017 Carlisle Auctions : Fall Carlisle | |||
1953 Buick Skylark Convertible | 2017 Auctions America : Auburn Fall | $125,000 | $150,000 | ||
1953 Buick Skylark Convertible | 2017 Auctions America : Fort Lauderdale | $120,000 | $140,000 | ||
1953 Buick Roadmaster Convertible | 17140815 | 2016 Dragone : The Boston Cup Auction | $75,000 | $85,000 | |
1953 Buick Roadmaster Estate Wagon | 2016 Mecum Indianapolis | $80,000 | |||
1953 Buick Skylark Convertible | 2016 Auctions America : Fort Lauderdale | $85,000 | |||
1953 Buick Skylark | 16747910 | 2016 Motostalgia : Amelia Island Auction | $140,000 | $165,000 | |
1953 Buick Roadmaster Estate Wagon | 2016 Mecum : Kansas City | $85,000 | |||
1953 BUICK WOODY WAGON | 2016 McCormick's Auction # 60 | $41,000 |
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