Buick Roadmaster Estate Wagon (Woodie)-Auction Lot, 1949
Buick Estate Wagon
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Chassis No.: 15275380
Engine No.: 54739017
Not Sold
- Body Colour: Blue
In 1949, Buick's Roadmaster station wagons were perhaps the ultimate luxury/utility vehicles. When it comes to 'Woodies' the Roadmaster is the absolute pinnacle of desirability. One year only styling - 1949, 653 produced (21 exported) 150bhp Fireball Dynaflash straight-eight with Dynaflow automatic transmission. With its first owner, Offield L. Herbert in Los Angeles for 28 years. Subsequently VIP transport at a Dude Ranch. A head-turning land yacht that demands your attention. Your earliest inspection is encouraged and welcomed. This car has formed part of a large collection with little or no use. An element of recommissioning is to be expected to return it to the road once again.
For fans of genuine wood-bodied wagons, the 1949 Buick Roadmaster (Model 79K) is the absolute pinnacle of desirability. One year only styling is arguably the most successful blend of the dramatic sweep spear fenders introduced in 1942 and modernization that would carry Buick into the 1950s. 1949 is also notable for the introduction of Buick's famous.
