Highlights

Rare 1955 American convertible imported from the US
Fitted with an LS3 Corvette crate engine, described by the vendor as "a land yacht with power"
Interior recently refreshed with new carpets and recovered seats
Carte Grise de Collection

The Appeal

All is not as it seems. This car may look like any other mid-century American land yacht, but it hides a little secret...

Under the hood lies a modern LS3 Corvette engine, creating what the vendor describes as a "wolf in sheep's clothing." The result, we're told, is a car that delivers blistering performance while retaining all of its 1950s charm.

For those seeking a classic American convertible with modern muscle lurking under the hood, this Buick presents an unmissable opportunity.

Key Information

Mileage: 72,500 miles (indicated)
Country of registration: Belgium (imported from the USA)
Technical inspection status: offered without inspection
Technical specs: 6.2-liter LS3 V8 Corvette engine, four-speed automatic
Paperwork: French Carte Grise de Collection; serial numbers are reported as non-matching

The Detail

The vendor states the car drives well and delivers impressive performance
Very clean engine installation which can be studied in the photographs
The vendor reports the bodywork is very solid for a 1955 vehicle, with age-commensurate patina
Paintwork is generally good but has imperfections, chips, and areas of missing paint
Interior recently refreshed with new carpets and recovered seats
Convertible top is old with a tear in the rear window

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