Highlights
- Special 'Collector's Edition' produced to celebrate the last year of production
- Wood-effect exterior trim and attractive interior with leather upholstery
- In extremely original condition in every respect
- Italian-registered and Euro 4 compliant
The Attractions
In 1991, Buick returned with a model featuring one of the most famous and popular names in its history. The Roadmasters of the past had always been imposing cars, built on the largest platforms produced by the Detroit company, and the new Roadmaster Estate was no exception, in fact it was the largest car ever offered by Buick.
It was certainly a car that did not go unnoticed, characterised by its very generous dimensions, barely disguised by its understated and rather usual design for a car of the 1990s, equipped with a huge tailgate and enriched by the unmistakable faux-wood panel finish on the sides, a clear homage to the most exclusive American touring cars of the past. The Roadmaster is an unusual and fascinating blend of tradition and modernity and, thanks to the remarkable Corvette-derived powerplants with which it could be equipped - this example is fitted with the 5.7-litre LT1 V8 - it is also capable of remarkable performance.
Among the strong points of this splendid example are the low mileage presented by the odometer, a truly high level of originality and the unmistakable American aesthetic of great charm that distinguishes it. A truly difficult car to admire on this side of the Atlantic!
History and Documentation
- Registered in 1996
- Originally sold in the USA
- Registered in Italy and conforms to Euro 4 standards
- Exempt from road tax as a classic car
- Eligible for reduced insurance rates
- Five-digit odometer shows 94,908 miles
The Condition
- The bronze metallic paintwork presents itself well
- In some places there are light marks and some scratches and loss of clearcoat
- No significant corrosion reported
- Original alloy wheels in excellent condition
- We have been informed that the tyres have 70% useful tread
- Beige interior with seven seats
- Slight wear to upholstery, normal for age
- All instrumentation appears clear and legible
- Original car radio
- Electric windows, electric seats, air conditioning and cruise control
- We have been informed that everything works as it should
The Mechanics
- Equipped with the 5.7-litre V8 LT1 engine
- 4-speed automatic transmission
- Engine compartment in good condition, with signs of wear normal for age
- Self-levelling rear shock absorbers have been replaced with adjustable air suspension
- New radiator installed a year ago
- No mechanical problems reported
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