The owner wants to “make room for new toys,” which is interesting because the photos make clear that this beautiful 1966 Buick Electra 225 convertible with 60,000 original miles in Loveland, Colorado on Facebook Marketplace is just one of many vehicles in his/her existing garage/warehouse. There’s gorgeous ‘50s and ‘60s iron all around it. Thanks for the tip, T.J.
We’re told that the Buick has always been garage kept, and runs and drives perfectly. It’s a “beautiful car, inside and out.” The pictures “don’t do it justice,” but they’re actually pretty good. It’s darned tidy, this big boat Buick. The asking price is a very specific $38,500.
I have a soft spot for these Electras, despite their inability to pass a gas station, because they have a regal presence. I once saw the Shah of Iran pass by in an Electra 225. Flag staffs look good on the front fenders. But the convertibles were more for fun.
The Electra first reared its top-of-the-line head in 1959, taking over from the Roadmaster. There were two versions, with the second the more tasteful, before this third iteration appeared in 1965. There were initially base and Custom trim levels, and a new chassis with a perimeter frame. The standard engine was a 325-horsepower 401-cubic-inch V-8, but there were also two versions of the 425 with either 340 or (with two four-barrel carbs) 360 horsepower. A three-speed Super Turbine 400 auto was standard.
There were only minor styling changes, including a new grille and some modified trim, for 1966. And now the dual-quad 360 was no longer a factory option, but had to be installed by the dealer. The instrument panel was also revised. The buyer could order a four-door hardtop or sedan, a two-door hardtop, or this convertible. Only 7,175 of these heavyweight (4,255 pounds) ragtops were built and they weren’t cheap, priced over $4,200 in 1966 dollars. This was at a time when the average car cost $2,650 (and the average household income in the U.S. was $6,900).
This car would make a wonderful Sunday cruiser, and there’s no indication you need to do anything but get in and drive. The price is a bit high, though, even for a convertible. Classic.com says they average $24,225.
Wow. Is this one in Angel’s wheelhouse of GM favorites 😍
Jim, I bet the Shah didn’t worry about the price of gasoline! It’s a beautiful car, but you’d think the upholstery treatment for a high-end rig like this would be a little sexier than just blue vinyl.
YEAH WOW hits the spot, we live 45 miles south from Loveland may drive my 1954Century up there to see what we can do.
Magnificent.
What’s not to LOVE about this LAND cruiser? Perhaps the price, which puts it out of my reach but considering the overall condition and low production, it’s quite a Bon Marche. 🎵 It’s 🎶Electrafying! 🎵 with out even trying 🎶. Qualifying for my frequent..It’s HUGE! It guzzles gas! It pollutes the air! It scares the birds! What’s not to love about this classic LAND YACHT? This would make a perfect pairing with ANGEL 😇. ELECTRA a goddess, and ANGEL, the Cadillac QUEEN 👸. ANGEL if you come out here, I saw your post about moving to care for an ailing friend. You really are an ANGEL 😇 with a heart bigger than her……uh, Cars! 😉? LOL ALWAYS, dear friend💐 🏆 💐
I forgot to mention that IMO, seeing a number of other vehicles in that garage, I can’t imagine selling this gorgeous ELECTRA and keeping those others! But as I’ve frequently stated, to each his own. Fortunately, we can STILL have our own opinions 😀. Not sure how much longer 🤔.
Rare to see an Electra without factory a/c, even a convertible. Car looks nice though.
Racer, wonder if its a rare “bare bones” Electra.
Like the 66s a little better than ’65s. The taillights are sleeker and the grille more stately. Love the blue color but not as puzzled about no a/c being from Mn.
I’ve followed this car since it appeared in BF Auctions on Oct. 17 and at auctions close on Oct. 24 where the hammer dropped at $6,500. No follow up was given on whether or not the car changed hands and if it did what the final sale price was.
It did appear that all the Electra needed was a little love and a good scrub to make it what you see here!
https://barnfinds.com/bf-auction-1966-buick-electra-225-convertible/
The previous auction listed Peoria, IL as the location. Assuming it’s the same car it’s in Loveland, CO now. So someone bought it, cleaned it up and is trying to quadruple his money.
Well, it is the Christmas 🎄 season! Guess Ebenezer DIDN’T reform his love of $$$. But then it’s not long after Turkey Season! Not only passing the car but passing the buck with big $ interest! 😅 🤣
Looks like they are two different cars. The auction car has a/c; this posted car has no a/c vents and cornering lamps.
This is a different car than the one we auctioned in October.
Almost like the one I saw up here on
BF, where I fantasized about holding
a young lady’s hand while riding around in it. Even with no A/C, it’s still
a nice car and folks need to remember that A/C was still a very expensive option back then and very
seldom seen– at least in my neck of the woods. Back then, if you wanted
fresh air, you rolled down the windows and if you were lucky enough to own one of these, you lowered the top too. In my highschool days, you really got the ladies if you had a ragtop. Me, I worried about that some, but not a lot
as I had a very nice ’66 Cadillac Calais
4-door hardtop for the young ladies to
drive around while the radio played all
that great ’60s music. On date or dance nights, my Mom or Dad drove me to the young lady’s house to pick
her up. Then the parent that drove me there would climb in the rear seat
while my date would drive my car back to my house to drop Mom or Dad off and then go to either the dance or the movies. And once the date was over, we reversed the process and dropped my date off at her house once more. I’d take her to
her door, kiss her good night, and then hear what my parents thought about her. Never really scored with the girls though, all they wanted were
guys that had muscle cars. At least I
got to see what dating was like. And to be honest, I would’ve enjoyed playing music a whole lot more.
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