Hardtops were very popular in the 1950’s – in both two-door and four-door varieties. And in 1957, Buick (and its cousin, Oldsmobile) did the four-door hardtop one better with the introduction of a fancy, upscale four-door hardtop station wagon…. more»
Caballero
May 19, 2024 • For Sale • 15 Comments
Double Duty Beauty: 1957 Buick Century Caballero Estate Wagon
When Buick reintroduced and updated its Century line-up for a second generation starting in 1954, the company used its lighter-weight Special body but kept engine sizes up, leading to the nickname “banker’s hot rod”. Buick’s flirtation with wagons began… more»
Jul 21, 2023 • For Sale • 28 Comments
Hey Ho Caballero! 1958 Buick Estate Wagon
I have often wondered what “Caballero” meant. Until now, I guess I was too lazy to look it up. Meriam-Webster defines it as “Knight, Cavalier; Chiefly Southwestern U.S, Horseman“. I can associate a ’58 Buick with a lot of… more»
Jul 22, 2021 • For Sale • 18 Comments
Just 1,671 Miles! 1987 GMC Caballero
The Caballero was GMC’s version of the Chevy El Camino, with minor badging changes and production in smaller quantities. Both were based on the Chevy Malibu but with a larger wheelbase. The 1987 model year would spell the end… more»
Mar 26, 2021 • For Sale • 19 Comments
454 V8 Hauler: 1979 GMC Caballero
The El Camino was Chevrolet’s “gentleman’s pickup” from 1959-60 and again from 1964-87. GMC finally got their own version of the truck beginning in 1971 as the Sprint, with the name changed to Caballero in 1978. The latter is… more»
Oct 25, 2020 • For Sale • 33 Comments
Original Paint: 1958 Buick Century Caballero
The Century Caballero was one of two pillarless estate wagons sold by Buick in 1957-58. The Caballero hardtop wagon would be a short-lived venture, selling less than 15,000 copies across two model years. They were attractive wagons and its… more»
May 29, 2020 • For Sale • 16 Comments
Hardtop Wagon: 1957 Buick Caballero
If I had to pick just two car styles I’m drawn to, it would be the 4-door hardtop and the station wagon. Thankfully, Buick was one of the manufacturers in Detroit who successfully combined those styles, as seen here… more»
Sep 26, 2019 • For Sale • 32 Comments
When Subtle Isn’t Enough: 1983 Studemino
Car based trucks like the Chevrolet El Camino have, unfortunately, not been a part of the automobile scene for some time. That is a shame, because vehicles of their size and capabilities would fill a practical and profitable hole… more»
Mar 21, 2019 • For Sale • 31 Comments
Rare Restorer: 1957 Buick Century Caballero Station Wagon
While 1957 was a reasonably successful sales year for Buick with 405,086 cars rolling off the production line, only 7,011 of these were the Caballero Station Wagon. It appears that only a small percentage of these survive today, and… more»
