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The Buick XP-300, initially known as the XP-9, emerged in 1951 as a pioneering concept car from General Motors (GM). This innovative vehicle was developed alongside GM’s Le Sabre concept, sharing many mechanical components including a powerful supercharged V8 engine capable of running on both gasoline and methanol. The XP-300 epitomizes GM’s “long and low” … Read more

In the early 1960s, Buick introduced a car that would redefine luxury and style in the American automotive landscape—the 1963 Buick Riviera. Designed as a personal luxury car, the Riviera quickly gained acclaim for its distinctive design, powerful performance, and innovative features. Design and Styling The Buick Riviera of 1963 boasted a sleek and sophisticated … Read more

In the world of automotive innovation, the 1972 Buick Silver Arrow III concept stands out as a visionary masterpiece. Designed by the legendary Bill Mitchell and introduced at the 1972 Detroit Auto Show, this concept car showcased a blend of futuristic design elements and advanced technological features that were well ahead of its time. Design … Read more

The third generation of the Buick Skylark, spanning from 1964 to 1967, marked a significant period for this iconic American car. Let’s delve into its timeline, variants, and performance specifications. Timeline: 1964: The third generation Skylark debuted in 1964, featuring a redesigned body and a more luxurious interior. 1965: Buick introduced the Gran Sport (GS) … Read more

The late 1950s were a time of significant change and innovation in the automotive industry, and the introduction of the Buick Electra in 1959 was a testament to this era’s creativity and engineering prowess. Named after the famous socialite and sculptor Electra Waggoner Biggs, the Buick Electra quickly became a symbol of American luxury and … Read more

In the annals of automotive history, few cars command as much respect and admiration as the Buick Grand National Experimental (GNX). Born in the crucible of the 1980s, this iconic muscle car remains a symbol of American ingenuity, power, and style. Let’s take a journey back in time to explore the legacy of this legendary … Read more

Buick Motor Co., incorporated in 1903. The first Buick made for sale, the 1904 Model B, was built in Flint, Michigan. There were 37 Buicks made that year, none of which survived in 1905, Buick assembly was moved to a vacant plant in Jackson, Michigan (engine production remained in Flint), while Buick’s promoter, William C. … Read more

Known by many as the ‘hot rod’ Buick, the Series 60 Century model had the same wheelbase and body as the lower-priced Special series, but with added trim, amenities-and the higher horsepower Roadmaster engine signified by a fourth “port hole”. The model name came about with Buick’s first 1936 Century model, named for its ability … Read more

The addition of the Regal nameplate to the Buick family goes back more than 50 years, but even today, the Regal’s heritage as a sporty, mid-size luxury vehicle is strong as ever. Introduced in late 1972 as a 1973 model, the Century Regal, as it was originally called, served as an upmarket model in the … Read more

Buick’s styling for 1939 was “streamlined” with a new waterfall grille, a narrower hood, thinner front door pillars and an increase in glass area. The gear shift was mounted on the steering column, the radio was operated by push buttons, turn signals were standard (an industry first) and all of the instrumentation was placed in … Read more

At over 5,000 pounds, the Buick Estate Wagon was a heavy vehicle that contained 106 cubic feet of usable/haulable cargo area in a grand manner. These last of the ‘Big’ Buick cars were powered by the 455CID Electra-V8 and rode on the same 127-inch wheelbase as the Electra models. The Estate Wagon’s tailgate-when opened-slid into … Read more

Buick’s styling for 1939 was “streamlined” with a new waterfall grille, a narrower hood, thinner front door pillars and an increase in glass area. The gear shift was mounted on the steering column, the radio was operated by push buttons, turn signals were standard (an industry first) and all of the instrumentation was placed in … Read more

The Buick Skylark is a passenger car formerly produced by Buick. The model was made in six production runs, during 46 years, over which the car’s design varied dramatically due to changing technology, tastes, and new standards implemented over the years. It was named for the species of bird called skylark. The Skylark name first … Read more

The creation of the industry’s first concept car was the work of Harley Earl and his organization now known as GM Design. Built on a 1937 Buick chassis, Earl sought to combine his vision of the automobile with new technologies and features to create a benchmark for future designs. Features like hidden headlights, flush door … Read more

Introduced to mark Buick’s 50th anniversary, the Buick Skylark (first use of the name for a production vehicle) on one of three specialty convertibles produced in 1953 by General Motors; the other two were the Oldsmobile Fiesta and the Cadillac Eldorado. All three were limited production vehicles promoting General Motors’ design leadership. Of the three, … Read more