1953 Buick Skylark Convertible – SOLD

DESCRIPTION:

• Buick’s 50 Year Anniversary Edition
• This vehicle ushered in a number of “Firsts” for Buick:
• The V-8 was introduced, replacing a straight-8 which was 13.5” longer & 4” taller
• The 12 volt electrical system
• The ‘twin turbine’ Dynaflow transmission
• Standard Equipment Included:
• Power Steering
• Power Brakes
• Power Seat, Power Windows, Power Aerial, & Power Top all operated by a single hydraulic pump
• Styling Features That Distinguish The Skylark From The Roadmaster Convertible:
• The windshield is 1.5” shorter
• The trade mark port holes are deleted from the front fenders
• The rear quarter panels have a higher line and radius wheel wells
• The trunk lid is higher
• Wire wheels
• “The most coveted Buick ever built.”
• Only 1,690 were produced … they sold for $4,596.
• 2008 Monterey California Auction a record $495,000 was paid for a ’53 Skylark
• This particular vehicle is an un-restored ‘survivor’ from Nevada.