The sixth-generation Buick Roadmaster launched as a 1954 model. These redesigned flagship cars featured a chassis that was lowered and widened relative to its predecessor, which contributed to greatly improved handling. Under the hood was a new 322-cubic-inch V-8 engine, replacing Buick’s long-running Fireball straight-eight. Redesigned bodywork was more streamlined, and while the exterior of the Roadmaster strongly resembled lesser Buick models, an extra fender-mounted “ventiport” (among other subtle cues) distinguished it: Roadmasters got four, while the other…
The sixth-generation Buick Roadmaster launched as a 1954 model. These redesigned flagship cars featured a chassis that was lowered and widened relative to its predecessor, which contributed to greatly improved handling. Under the hood was a new 322-cubic-inch V-8 engine, replacing Buick’s long-running Fireball straight-eight. Redesigned bodywork was more streamlined, and while the exterior of the Roadmaster strongly resembled lesser Buick models, an extra fender-mounted “ventiport” (among other subtle cues) distinguished it: Roadmasters got four, while the other models made do with three.
The convertible example offered here is finished in Titian Red with a white and maroon leather interior. The car features power steering, power brakes, power windows, Selectronic radio, and a power-operated soft top. It rides on wide-whitewall tires mounted to steel wheels with full covers. With only 4,730 Roadmaster convertible produced for the 1955 model year—far fewer than the coupes and sedans—this well-presented example remains highly desirable.