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1959 Buick Electra 225 Convertible Coupe

  • Chassis Number: 8F4006011
The '225' was derived from the 225-inch overall length, the longest of all GM cars during that period. Powering these large vehicles were a 401 cubic-inch Nailhead V8 engine offering 325 bhp. They had four-wheel hydraulic drum brakes and an automatic transmission. The dramatically restyled 1959 models were replaced by an all-new model for 1960, with the flagship Electra riding atop a Buick-only 'K-member' frame. The 1959 cars had canted headlights while the 1960 versions were laid flat and parallel to the bumper, complementing the wider, longer and lower overall styling theme of the early 1960s.

This car was once part of the O'Quinn Collection and given a nut-and-bolt restoration in 2006. It is finished in Sable black with a red leather interior with red carpeting and a black top. It is a well equipped example with a host of desirable features including a power bench seat and power windows, top, steering and brakes. There is an AM radio and air conditioning as well.

In 2010, this Buick Electra 225 Convertible was offered for sale at RM Auctions 'Automobiles of Amelia Island' sale in Amelia Island, Florida. The car was estimated to sell for $60,000-$90,000 and offered without reserve. As bidding came to a close, the car has been sold for the sum of $88,000, inclusive of buyer's premium.

By Daniel Vaughan | Apr 2010

2004 Vintage Motor Cars at Amelia Island

Pre-Auction Estimates :
USD $90,000-USD $110,000 
Sale Price :
USD $92,400

1959 Buick Electra Auction Sales

Recent Sales of the Buick Electra

(Data based on Model Year 1959 sales)
1959 Buick Electra 225 Convertible
Chassis#: 8F2007249
Sold for USD$67,200
  2020 RM Sothebys : Scottsdale Arizona
 
1959 Buick Electra 225
Sold for USD$137,500
  2018 Mecum : Indianapolis
 
1959 Buick Electra 225
Chassis#: 8F1045047
Sold for USD$25,300
  2012 Russo and Steele - Scottsdale
 
1959 BUICK ELECTRA 225 CONVERTIBLE
Sold for USD$44,000
  2011 Auctions America - Auburn Fall Auction
 
1959 BUICK ELECTRA 225 CUSTOM CONVERTIBLE
Chassis#: 8F1045047
Sold for USD$44,000
  2011 Barrett-Jackson - Palm Beach, Fl
 
1959 Buick Electra 225 Convertible
Chassis#: 8F4032820
Sold for USD$74,800
  2010 Gooding and Company : The Amelia Island Auction
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1959 BUICK ELECTRA 225 2 DOOR CONVERTIBLE CUSTOM
Sold for USD$68,200
  2008 Barrett-Jackson - Scottsdale 2008
 
1959 Buick Electra 225
Sold for USD$80,300
  2007 Russo and Steele - Scottsdale 2007
 
1959 Buick Electra 225 Convertible
Sold for USD$93,500
  2006 Monterey Sports & Classic Car Auction
 
1959 Buick Electra 225 Convertible
Chassis#: 8F4006011
Sold for USD$92,400
  2004 Vintage Motor Cars at Amelia Island
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Buick Electras That Failed To Sell At Auction

1959 Buick Electra's that have appeared at auction but did not sell.
VehicleChassisEventHigh BidEst. LowEst. High
1959 Buick Electra 225 Convertible8F30149052022 Broad Arrow Auctions : West Palm Beach $25,000$30,000
1959 Buick Electra 225 Convertible8F40328202009 Greenwich Concours d'Elegance, Collectors' Motorcars and Automobilia $60,000$70,000

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