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The 1941 Buick line included several important performance enhancements, thanks to Charles Chayne and his engineering department. There was 'compound carburetion' which utilized two two-barrel carburetors that were mounted in tandem and connected by a progressive linkage. This allowed the forward carburetor to operate full-time, while the rear carburetor operated only under hard acceleration. Compression was raised to 7.0:1 and higher piston crowns fitted, bringing the 320 cubic-inch valve-in-head engine to nearly 170 horsepower an 278 pound-feet of torque. To add to the excitement, Buick owners could choose the rear axle ratios, catering to their specific need, and costing no additional charge.
There were a total of 15,372 examples of the Roadmaster produced in 1941, accounting for only a small portion of Buick's 377,000 overall production. Only 312 examples were the Convertible Phaetons.
This 1941 Buick Roadmaster Model 71C Convertible Phaeton was originally owned by an individual in Pittsburgh, PA. It was used as a taxi in the Cleveland-Akron area. In 1972, it was purchased by an individual living in Denver and would remain in their care for the next three decades. In 2003, ownership passed to an individual living in Colorado. While in their care, the car was treated to a body-off restoration. It has been driven a mere 80 miles since that time.
This car is powered by the 'Fireball' 320 cubic-inch dual two-barrel carburetor engine and mated to a three-speed manual gearbox. The wheelbase measures 126 inches and there are four-wheel hydraulically-actuated drum brakes.
In 2008, this car was brought to the 2nd Annual Vintage Motor Cars of Hershey presented by RM Auctions where it was estimated to sell for $120,000-$140,000. Though bidding only reached $104,500, including buyer's premium, it was enough to satisfy the reserve and the lot was sold.
In 2009, this car was offered for sale at the Vintage Motor Cars of Hershey presented by RM Auctions where it was estimated to sell for $110,000 - $140,000. The lot was sold for the sum of $93,500, including buyer's premium.By Daniel Vaughan | Oct 2009
There were a total of 15,372 examples of the Roadmaster produced in 1941, accounting for only a small portion of Buick's 377,000 overall production. Only 312 examples were the Convertible Phaetons.
This 1941 Buick Roadmaster Model 71C Convertible Phaeton was originally owned by an individual in Pittsburgh, PA. It was used as a taxi in the Cleveland-Akron area. In 1972, it was purchased by an individual living in Denver and would remain in their care for the next three decades. In 2003, ownership passed to an individual living in Colorado. While in their care, the car was treated to a body-off restoration. It has been driven a mere 80 miles since that time.
This car is powered by the 'Fireball' 320 cubic-inch dual two-barrel carburetor engine and mated to a three-speed manual gearbox. The wheelbase measures 126 inches and there are four-wheel hydraulically-actuated drum brakes.
In 2008, this car was brought to the 2nd Annual Vintage Motor Cars of Hershey presented by RM Auctions where it was estimated to sell for $120,000-$140,000. Though bidding only reached $104,500, including buyer's premium, it was enough to satisfy the reserve and the lot was sold.
In 2009, this car was offered for sale at the Vintage Motor Cars of Hershey presented by RM Auctions where it was estimated to sell for $110,000 - $140,000. The lot was sold for the sum of $93,500, including buyer's premium.By Daniel Vaughan | Oct 2009
2019 RM Sothebys : Hershey
Pre-Auction Estimates :
USD $80,000-USD $100,000
Lot was not sold
2009 Vintage Motor Cars of Hershey by RM Auctions
Pre-Auction Estimates :
USD $110,000-USD $140,000
Sale Price :
USD $93,500
2009 Automobiles of Amelia Island
Pre-Auction Estimates :
USD $90,000-USD $120,000
Sale Price :
USD $99,000
2008 Vintage Motor Cars of Hershey by RM Auctions
Pre-Auction Estimates :
USD $120,000-USD $140,000
Sale Price :
USD $104,500
2008 RM Auctions - Automobiles of Arizona
Pre-Auction Estimates :
USD $70,000-USD $90,000
Sale Price :
USD $132,000
1941 Buick Series 70 Roadmaster Auction Sales
Recent Sales of the Buick Series 70 Roadmaster
(Data based on Model Year 1941 sales)
1941 BUICK ROADMASTER CONVERTIBLE Chassis#: 14161672 Sold for USD$64,960 2024 Gooding : Amelia Island Concours | |
1941 Buick Roadmaster Convertible Phaeton Chassis#: 74118208 Sold for USD$30,240 2020 Bonhams : Scottsdale Arizona | |
1941 Buick Roadmaster Convertible Coupe Sold for USD$71,500 2018 Mecum : Houston | |
1941 BUICK ROADMASTER CONVERTIBLE Chassis#: 14063461 Sold for USD$39,600 2017 Barrett-Jackson : Scottsdale | |
1941 BUICK ROADMASTER Chassis#: 13977054 Sold for USD$85,250 2016 Bonhams : Greenwich Concours d'Elegance Auction | |
1941 Buick Roadmaster Convertible Phaeton Sold for USD$92,000 2016 Mecum - Indianapolis | |
1941 Buick Roadmaster Convertible Phaeton Chassis#: 13940312 Sold for USD$60,500 2015 RM Sotheby's : Motor City Auction | |
1941 Buick Roadmaster Custom Coupe Sold for USD$57,200 2014 Auctions America - Ft Lauderdale | |
1941 BUICK ROADMASTER CONVERTIBLE Chassis#: 14063461 Sold for USD$71,500 2014 Barrett-Jackson's 43RD Annual Scottsdale Auction | |
1941 Buick Roadmaster Convertible Sold for USD$42,350 2013 Auctions America - Auburn Fall | |
1941 Buick Roadmaster Convertible Coupe Chassis#: 13982970 Sold for USD$137,500 2013 RM Auctions - Amelia Island | |
1941 Buick Model 76C Roadmaster Convertible Coupe Chassis#: 142I2726 Sold for USD$126,500 2012 RM Auctions at Amelia Island, Fla | |
1941 Buick Roadmaster Coupe Sold for USD$57,750 2011 RM Auctions - Hershey | |
1941 BUICK ROADMASTER CONVERTIBLE Sold for USD$55,000 2010 Barrett-Jackson - Scottsdale 2010 | |
1941 Buick Roadmaster Convertible Sold for USD$104,500 2010 Gooding and Company - Scottsdale Auction | |
1941 Buick Series 70 Roadmaster Chassis#: 13928872 Sold for USD$93,500 2009 Vintage Motor Cars of Hershey by RM Auctions | |
1941 Buick Roadmaster Convertible Chassis#: 14098440 Sold for USD$137,500 2009 Pebble Beach Auction : Gooding & Company | |
1941 Buick Series 70 Roadmaster Sold for USD$99,000 2009 Automobiles of Amelia Island | |
1941 Buick Series 70 Roadmaster Sold for USD$104,500 2008 Vintage Motor Cars of Hershey by RM Auctions | |
1941 Buick Series 70 Roadmaster Convertible Coupe Sold for USD$125,000 2008 Worldwide Auctions - Houston Classic 2008 |
Buick Series 70 Roadmasters That Failed To Sell At Auction
1941 Buick Series 70 Roadmaster's that have appeared at auction but did not sell.
Vehicle | Chassis | Event | High Bid | Est. Low | Est. High |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
1941 Buick Roadmaster Convertible Sedan | 2020 Mecum : Indy | $28,000 | $40,000 | $60,000 | |
1941 Buick Roadmaster Convertible Phaeton | 13928872 | 2019 RM Sothebys : Hershey | $80,000 | $100,000 | |
1941 Buick Roadmaster Convertible Coupe | 14098440 | 2019 Mecum : Monterey | $80,000 | $100,000 | $140,000 |
1941 Buick Roadmaster Phaeton | 74197370 | 2018 RM Auctions : Auburn Fall | |||
1941 Buick Roadmaster Convertible Coupe | 2018 Mecum : Kissimmee | $55,000 | |||
1941 Buick Roadmaster Custom Convertible Coupe | 2017 Auctions America : Auburn Fall | $75,000 | $100,000 | ||
1941 Buick Roadsmaster Convertible Phaeton | 2017 Auctions America : Auburn Fall | $65,000 | $75,000 | ||
1941 Buick Roadmaster Convertible Coupe | 2017 Auctions America : Fort Lauderdale | $75,000 | $85,000 | ||
1941 BUICK ROADMASTER | 13977054 | 2016 Bonhams : The Amelia Island Auction | $100,000 | $150,000 | |
1941 Buick Roadmaster 71C | 2012 Silver Auction Fort McDowell, Arizona | $22,000 | |||
1941 Buick Roadmaster Convertible Coupe | 2009 Leake Auctions Tulsa 37th Annual Leake Auto Auction QuikTrip Center | $67,000 | |||
1941 Buick Roadmaster Convertible Coupe | 2008 Vintage Motor Cars of Meadow Brook | $130,000 | $125,000 | $175,000 | |
1941 Buick Roadmaster Convertible Coupe | 74330444 | 2006 Vintage Motor Cars in Arizona | $105,000 | $120,000 | $140,000 |
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