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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
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 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.
Vehicle | Chassis | Event | High Bid | Est. Low | Est. High |
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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 Sedan | 13792490 | 2015 WorldWide Auctions Houston Classic Auction | $130,000 | $160,000 | |
1940 Buick Roadmaster Convertible Phaeton | 2014 Auctions America : California | $75,000 | |||
1940 Buick Roadmaster Convertible Coupe | 13676598 | 2012 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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