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1940 Buick Series 70 Roadmaster Touring Sedan

  • Chassis Number: 12751447
  • Engine Number: 73862989
1940 was a big year for the Buick marque, with registration passing the 233,000 mark, which was something it had not done since 1926. Buick introduced the Estate wagon and the Super line in 1940, adding to pedigree of the Buick marque.

The Buick vehicles became more modern in design in 1940 by phasing out such design cues as the side-mounted spare tires and the running boards.

This 1940 Buick Roadmaster Sedan Model 71 was offered for sale at the 2007 RM Auctions held at Meadow Brook. It was offered without reserve and estimated to sell between $25,000 - $35,000. It is powered by a 320 cubic-inch eight-cylinder engine capable of producing over 140 horsepower. There is a column-mounted three-speed sliding gearbox and four-wheel hydraulic drum brakes. It is finished in black with a gray and white pinstriped interior. It has been treated to a full body-off-the-frame restoration to concours quality in 1988. It has earned its AACA National badge and an AACA Senior National win.

Though it has an older restoration, it is still in good condition. At auction, the high bid exceeded the estimated value; the car was sold for $36,300 including buyers premium.

By Daniel Vaughan | Aug 2007

2007 Vintage Motor Car Auction at Meadow Brook Hall

Pre-Auction Estimates :
USD $25,000-USD $35,000 
Sale Price :
USD $36,300

1940 Buick Series 70 Roadmaster Auction Sales

Recent Sales of the Buick Series 70 Roadmaster

(Data based on Model Year 1940 sales)
1940 Buick Roadmaster Sport Phaeton
Sold for USD$117,500
  2015 Mecum : Indianapolis
 
1940 BUICK 71 C PHAETON CONVERTIBLE
Chassis#: 13792490
Sold for USD$84,000
  2013 McCormick's Auction 54 - Palm Springs
 
1940 Buick Roadmaster Model 71C Convertible Sedan
Chassis#: 13828968
Sold for USD$42,900
  2012 Worldwide - The Auburn Auction
 
1940 Buick Roadmaster Sedan
Sold for USD$20,900
  2009 Vintage Motor Cars of Hershey by RM Auctions
 
1940 Buick Series 70
Sold for USD$36,300
  2007 Vintage Motor Car Auction at Meadow Brook Hall
1940 Buick Series 70 Roadmaster image  1940 Buick Series 70 Roadmaster image  
1940 BUICK ROADMASTER FOUR DOOR
Sold for USD$16,500
  2002 Kruse Auction - Auburn, IN
 
1940 BUICK ROADMASTER SERIES 71
Sold for USD$17,600
  2002 Barrett-Jackson - Scottsdale 2002
 

Buick Series 70 Roadmasters That Failed To Sell At Auction

1940 Buick Series 70 Roadmaster's that have appeared at auction but did not sell.
VehicleChassisEventHigh BidEst. LowEst. High
1940 Buick Roadmaster Sport Phaeton 2016 Auctions America : Auburn Fall$61,000$80,000$100,000
1940 Buick Roadmaster Sport Phaeton 2015 Mecum : Seattle$50,000  
1940 Buick Roadmaster Series 70 Convertible Sedan137924902015 WorldWide Auctions Houston Classic Auction $130,000$160,000
1940 Buick Roadmaster Convertible Phaeton 2014 Auctions America : California$75,000  
1940 Buick Roadmaster Convertible Coupe136765982012 Bonhams Quail Lodge Sale $50,000$60,000
1940 Buick Roadmaster Sport Phaeton 2012 Auctions America Auburn Spring$27,000  
1940 Buick Roadmaster Convertible Phaeton 2009 Vintage Motor Cars of Meadow Brook$32,500$90,000$120,000
1940 BUICK ROADMASTER 2007 Silver Auction Hot August Nights$10,250  

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