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1947 Buick Roadmaster Series 70 Sedanette

  • Chassis Number: 48066417
  • Engine Number: 24651480
  • Style Number: 24651480
  • Body Number: C893
Buick introduced their Roadmaster in 1936 and it would continue until 1958. The Roadmaster rested on the longest wheelbase available to Buick throughout its history.

The 1947 Roadmaster was based on the pre-War design and powered by the proven 'Fireball Dynaflash' inline eight-cylinder engine, mated to a three-speed manual gearbox. The Roadmaster was available in coupe, sedan, convertible and station wagon models.

This Roadmaster Sedanette is painted in two-tone grey with only minor imperfections visible upon close examination. Exterior features include a spotlight, a driver's side mirror, bumper guards, chrome stone guards, wide whitewall tires and painted steel wheels with chrome wheel covers and trim rings. Passenger amenities include a clock, heater, defroster and a Sonomatic radio.

In 2009, it was offered for sale at the Vintage Motor Cars of Meadow Brook presented by RM Auctions. It was estimated to sell for $50,000-$70,000 and offered without reserve. The lot was sold for the sum of $44,000 including buyer's premium.

By Daniel Vaughan | Sep 2009

2014 The 7th Annual Auburn Auction

Pre-Auction Estimates :
USD $60,000-USD $80,000 
Sale Price :
USD $49,500

2011 Automobiles of Arizona by RM Auctions

Pre-Auction Estimates :
USD $50,000-USD $75,000 
Sale Price :
USD $34,100

2009 Vintage Motor Cars of Meadow Brook

Pre-Auction Estimates :
USD $50,000-USD $70,000 
Sale Price :
USD $44,000

2008 RM Auctions - The Astor Collection

Pre-Auction Estimates :
USD $30,000-USD $40,000 
Sale Price :
USD $71,500

1947 Buick Roadmaster Series 70 Auction Sales

Recent Sales of the Buick Roadmaster Series 70

(Data based on Model Year 1947 sales)
1947 BUICK ROADMASTER SERIES 76 C CONVERTIBLE
Chassis#: 14756496
Sold for USD$46,200
  2020 Barrett-Jackson : Scottsdale, AZ
 
1947 Buick Roadmaster Sedanet
Sold for USD$52,800
  2019 Mecum : Phoenix Auction
 
1947 Buick Roadmaster Convertible
Chassis#: 48890957
Sold for USD$45,650
  2018 Mecum : Los Angeles
 
1947 Buick Roadmaster Estate Wagon
Chassis#: 14794589
Sold for USD$60,500
  2016 RM Sotheby's : Motor City
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1947 BUICK ROADMASTER CONVERTIBLE
Sold for USD$23,500
  2015 Mecum - Dallas
 
1947 Buick Roadmaster Convertible
Sold for USD$50,000
  2015 Leake Auction - Tulsa, OK
 
1947 BUICK ROADMASTER
Sold for USD$14,280
  2014 McCormick's - Palm Springs # 57
 
1947 Buick Roadmaster Series 70 Sedanette
Sold for USD$49,500
  2014 Worldwide Auctions - Auburn
 
1947 Buick Roadmaster Series 70 Sedanette
Chassis#: 48066417
Sold for USD$49,500
  2014 The 7th Annual Auburn Auction
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1947 Buick Roadmaster Convertible
Chassis#: 14787169
Sold for USD$93,500
  2013 RM Auction - Hershey
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1947 Buick Roadmaster Estate Wagon
Chassis#: 14794589
Sold for USD$82,500
  2013 RM Auctions - Arizona
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1947 Buick Roadmaster Four Door
Sold for USD$6,800
  2012 Leake Auctions - Dallas
 
1947 Buick Roadmaster Convertible 320/144 HP, 3-Speed
Sold for USD$59,000
  2012 Mecum's 25th Original Spring Classic - Indianapolis
 
1947 Buick Eight Roadmaster coach fastback
Sold for USD$35,814
  2012 Artcurial Motorcars at Rétromobile
 
1947 Buick Roadmaster Sedanette
Sold for USD$25,500
  2011 Mecum Auctions - St. Charles, IL Auction
 
1947 BUICK ROADMASTER CONVERTIBLE COUPE
Sold for USD$56,100
  2011 Auctions America - Fort Lauderdale
 
1947 Buick Roadmaster Sedanette
Chassis#: 48066417
Sold for USD$34,100
  2011 Automobiles of Arizona by RM Auctions
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1947 Buick Roadmaster Series 70
Chassis#: 48066417
Sold for USD$44,000
  2009 Vintage Motor Cars of Meadow Brook
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1947 Buick Roadmaster Convertible Coupe
Sold for USD$66,000
  2009 Vintage Motor Cars of Meadow Brook
 
1947 BUICK ROADMASTER 2DR CVT
Sold for USD$34,750
  2009 Palm Springs Exotic Car Auctions - February 2009
 

Buick Roadmaster Series 70s That Failed To Sell At Auction

1947 Buick Roadmaster Series 70's that have appeared at auction but did not sell.
VehicleChassisEventHigh BidEst. LowEst. High
1947 Buick Roadmaster Convertible 2017 Silverstone The Porsche Sale$27,500  
1947 Buick Roadmaster Convertible 2017 Collector Car Toronto Fall Classic$27,500  
1947 Buick Roadmaster Convertible488909572017 Mecum : Monterey$45,000  
1947 BUICK ROADMASTER 2015 Gulf Coast Classic Punta Gorda, Fl$50,000  
1947 Buick Roadmaster Convertible 2015 Auctions America Fort Lauderdale$52,000  
1947 BUICK ROADMASTER CVTBLE 2014 McCormick's Palm Springs # 57   
1947 Buick Roadmaster 2013 Silver Auction Portland$36,000  
1947 Buick Roadmaster Convertible 2011 Branson Collector Car Auction Oct 22, 2011$50,000  
1947 Buick Roadmaster 2011 Mecum Auctions Monterey, CA The Daytime Auction$29,000  
1947 Buick Roadmaster 2011 Mecum Auctions Monterey, CA The Daytime Auction$20,000  
1947 Buick Roadmaster 2010 Mecum Auctions Des Moines, IA Auction$9,000  

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1947 Buick Roadmaster Series 70

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Chassis #: 48066417
Engine #: 24651480
1947 Buick Roadmaster Series 70 vehicle information
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1947 Buick Roadmaster Series 70 vehicle information
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