The Buick Roadmaster is one of the greats. It is a name that is synonymous with American excellence, and to this day, we still perk up when a clean example of any generation comes up for sale. However, this particular car commands more of our attention than usual, owing to its exceptionally clean condition, desirable LT1 power, and a rare woodgrain delete. An estate wagon without woodgrain trim may seem like a travesty to some, but I dig it. Find this gorgeous Roadmaster wagon here on eBay for $36,500.
Yes, that’s top dollar – but it looks absolutely stunning. The recorded mileage is low at a mere 31,465. Now, an LTI-powered version of any of these wagons, be it a Caprice, Roadmaster, or Custom Cruiser (well, that last one didn’t actually exist) would be a find, but one with incredibly low miles that was likely owned by a grandparent who only used it sparingly is a home run. Throw in the woodgrain delete and you have a vehicle that’s unlikely to be repeated anytime soon. The tan leather looks exceptional, and the backseat is in even better condition.
Under the hood is the venerable 260 b.h.p. LT1 V8. When new, this massive beast could reach 60 miles per hour in under 9 seconds. When you think about the performance standards of the late 90s and the fact that a wagon like this could clear 60 in under 10 seconds, it’s pretty darn remarkable. Combine the rarity with the condition and the high degree of usability, and it’s easy to see why these estate wagons are so loved. While the asking price may shock you, the condition really is spectacular.
Now, what’s our readers’ opinion on the woodgrain delete? While I am a nostalgic enthusiast at heart, I truly dig the clean design that is underneath the familiar trim package. It just looks surprisingly elegant, if not downright luxurious. The selling dealer mentions that this is just a 2-owner vehicle that spent its life in California, so there’s no concern with rust or other issues. Even after spending the money, you’ll have a vehicle that will be cheap to run and won’t lose any money at all if you keep the miles low, so this Roadmaster seems like a win-win. Do you agree?
nice car even better without the woodgrain price is way to high but i would be driving it not a garage queen
I agree with Troy, why too high or who placed the price was!
9 Seconds but feels like 6 probably in this boat. Plus the sweet sounds of a 350. First drive, I’d load it up with the kids, and lite up those rear tires. 🏁👍
You could also get a woodgrain delete on the classic Jeep Wagoneer. But who would want that?
Nice, but $36,500 nice? Just because you ask a certain amount doesn’t mean it’s worth it.
These wagons have a following, but so do flat head 6 cylinder 3 speed column shift Studebakers sedans.
Steve R
Is the wood grain delete factory? Or did somebody just repaint the car and not reinstall it? The 1995 brochure shows wood grain being standard and a delete option is not mentioned. I’m not saying it’s not factory, I would just need to see some evidence. I have never seen a Roadmaster wagon without the wood grain.
They did indeed have factory woodgrain delete as an option, WB4 to be precise. Its a shame the seller didn’t include a pic of the options sticker as seen in the passenger tailgate jam.
It is a factory option. I own one. The code is WB4.
My 96 wagon has the wood grain and I Love it. Buick called the sedans and wagons Roadmaster and it truly does just that going on Long trips so much power, seats like the best comfy chair and a wonderful floating on air almost experience. Just a big!!!!! Fun car.
This entire generation of large general motor cars were horrendous. They wallowed as you went down the road. The sedan versions had terrible blind spots. They were under powered. They were terrible. And the design was nothing more than bubblesque. Whoever was responsible for forwarding this terrible GM, large car generation hopefully was fired. Something else much better should’ve been designed. But no, this is General Motors.
You’ll never unsee the similarities to the Geo Metro once you notice them, at that. Especially comparing this wagon to the hatchbacks, all of which were GM Design projects (the early Swift/Metro sedan was developed in-house by Suzuki, if not by Maruti in India).
Bill Mitchell was wrong. It’s easier to style a small car than a big one. Or at least much, much harder to screw one up.
I have one Roadmaster Sedan one Wagon and have owned 3 other sedans (they are still in the family) and I have owned 6 Fleetwood Broughams (all 11 of these are the LT1 from 1994-1996) All it takes to make them handle well is severe duty shocks often found on Police cars and Taxis.
nice wagon but way overpriced.
Way too low on price
Add a vanity tag like WTWALE or MOBYDK
$36,500? LOL!
Is the only way a dealer can make money on a car is to DOUBLE the going price for them? It is truly a nice car they probably paid $12-15,000 for it. A private party with a little patience could probably get $20-25,000 for it.
I MUCH prefer the woodgrain delete. I have a 96 Light Adriatic Blue with the woodgrain delete. But I like the white better.
First time I’ve seen a woodgrain delete on one of these. Stunning in all aspects & I like it, not $37,000 like it though. But maybe a dreamer’s eyes will go wide & they can’t get the checkbook out fast enough. I prefer the wagon front end to the sedan.
20K tops. As these cars age, like everything, they need plenty of maintenance. The Opti Spark was the dumbest GM ignition ever. Nobody drives these anymore. We took our 39,000 mile 09 Town Car 150 miles yesterday. It was one of the oldest cars on the road all the way through NJ.