Sweeping fins from front to rear on the 1959 Buick Electra |
1959 Buick Electra
In 1959 Buick built the most radical and wildest Buick yet. With fins that swept from the front to the rear, and a grill made of rectangular squares, the 59' Buick was created with all new design!
The Electra was even higher on the line for 59', and in addition to the trim distinguished by Lesabre and Invicta -The Electra was trimmed in bright rocker moldings, wheel house moldings and an Electra script on the front fenders. Standard features in addition to Lesabre and Invicta, included; power steering and brakes, 2-speed electric wipers, a safety padded dash and dual exhaust.
The Electra 225 was the top of the line, and even more distinguished with extra wide moldings and a massive Electra emblem on the front fenders. Standard features in addition to the above models included; power windows, safety group, super deluxe wheelcovers, outside rearview mirror and plusher interiors(including leather on the convertibles!).
Electra Production Numbers
Model Number | Body/Style Number | Body Type & Seating | Factory Price | Shipping Weight | Total Production |
4700 | 19 | 4 dr Sedan - 6P | $3,856 | 4,557 lbs | 12,357 |
4700 | 39 | 4 dr Hardtop - 6P | $3,963 | 4,573 lbs | 20,612 |
4700 | 37 | 2 dr Convertible Coupe - 6P | $3,818 | 4,465 lbs | 11,216 |
Electra 225 Production Numbers
Model Number | Body/Style Number | Body Type & Seating | Factory Price | Shipping Weight | Total Production |
4800 | 29 | 4 dr Sedan - 6P | $4,300 | 4,632 lbs | 6,324 |
4800 | 39 | 4 dr Hardtop - 6P | $4,300 | 4,641 lbs | 10,491 |
4800 | 67 | 2 dr Convertible Coupe - 6P | $4,192 | 4,562 lbs | 5,493 |
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