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1953 Buick Roadmaster Auto

QLD • Private
22
Odometer285km
Body typeSedan
FuelPetrol
TransmissionAutomatic

Comments from the seller

This 1953 Buick Roadmaster 4 door Sedan is truly a very nice original Model 72R, originally from Indiana in the US, Left-Hand Drive. This 53 Roadmaster has a V8, 322 cubic inch Fireball engine (the Nail head), Dynaflow Auto transmission, power steering, power brakes, Selectomatic AM radio, clock, under seat heater, and driver's side spot light. I have really enjoyed the car over the last several years of owning it and have only taken it out once or twice a month, but sadly am feeling its now time to move it on as I have another project to focus on. The Roadmaster is a stunning looking car and will attract waves and toots from other cars when you're out and about. The ride is super smooth and super comfortable. The Buick is almost all original except for an electric fuel pump (instead of the original vacuum type), and I have changed the generator to an alternator. 12 volt. The original generator comes with the car. Spares include new brake pads and brake cylinders, new lifter for the engine, spare tyre and original jack. Comes with Factory Seat Covers which I have kept on the seats so the upholstery is immaculately outstanding. There is also some original documents and a Buick brochure. The odometer is showing 775 miles but I cannot verify the accuracy of this. The Speedometer works perfectly, as do all the gauges , clock, and lights. The car has been professionally rust proofed about 5 years ago. The radio was working up till about a year ago but I believe the floor heater has bare wires that are shorting and have taken out the associated fuse. Seatbelts are not required for this year car, however seatbelts have been fitted and are currently pushed under the seats if they are needed. I am offering the car without a roadworthy, it is currently registered till 6th of February.

Car details

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Vehicle description
Sedan 4dr Dynaflow Auto 2sp 322 [IMP]
Powerplant type
Internal Combustion Engine (ICE)
Cost to insureSponsored
Exterior colour
Blue
Interior colour
Blue
Body type
Sedan, 4 doors, 5 seats
Transmission
2 speed Automatic
Engine
8 cylinders, Petrol Aspirated, 322L
Registration plate
Check with seller
Cost of financeSponsored
Registration expiry
February 2026
Build date
June 1953
Compliance date
Check with seller
Cost to transportSponsored
Roadworthy certificate
No
carsales Network ID
SSE-AD-19744432
Engine type
Piston
Engine Location
Front
Engine Size (cc)
5271cc
Engine Size (L)
5.3L
Induction
Aspirated
Engine Configuration
V90
Cylinders
8
Camshaft
Pushrod
Valves/Ports per Cylinder
2
Compression ratio
9.5
Generic Engine Type
Piston
Power
140.0kW @ 4000rpm
Torque
407Nm @ 2400rpm
Power to Weight Ratio
71.5kW/t
Gears
2
Gear Type
Dynaflow Auto (Automatic)
Gear Location
Column
Drive
Rear Wheel Drive
Fuel Type
Petrol
Fuel Capacity
72L
Fuel Delivery
4 Barrel (Carburettor Single)
Method of Delivery
Mechanical
Length
5375mm
Width
2029mm
Height
1595mm
Wheelbase
3188mm
Kerb Weight
1957kg
Launch Year
1953
Launch Month
1
Generation Name
70 Series
Series
(No Series)
Badge
(No Badge)
Doors
4
Seat Capacity
5
Body Style
Sedan
Victoria
Approved
Australian Capital Territory
Approved
Western Australia
Approved
Northern Territory
Approved
Tasmania
Approved
Queensland
Banned
South Australia
Banned
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Location
Maroochydore, QLD 4558
Member since
2023
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