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1965 Buick Electra 225 Convertible

401ci V8 Buick “Wildcat” Nailhead | 3-Speed Super Turbine 400 Automatic  | Full Buick Chrome Hubcaps

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Electra
VIN:
484675H279379
Lot Number:
250839605
Odometer:
54,240
(Exempt / TMU)
Engine:
401ci V8
Drive Type:
Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD)
Transmission:
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Exterior Color:
White
Interior Color:
Black
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Vehicle Location:
Salt Lake City
Utah
  • 1965 Buick Electra 225 Convertible
  • 401ci V8 Buick “Wildcat” Nailhead
  • 4-Barrel Carburetor
  • 3-Speed Super Turbine 400 Automatic
  • RWD
  • White Exterior
  • Black Vinyl Interior
  • Black Convertible Soft Top
  • 4-Wheel Drum Brakes
  • Front & Rear Power-Assisted Drum Brakes
  • 15" Steel Wheels
  • Full Buick Chrome Hubcaps
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Background Story of this 1965 Buick Electra

Overview of 1965 Buick Electra For Sale by Owner

The 1960s were an era defined by style, performance, and presence—and the 1965 Buick Electra 225 Convertible embodied all three. With only a reported 54,240 miles on the odometer, this well-preserved example is powered by Buick’s formidable 401ci “Wildcat” Nailhead V8 paired with a 4-barrel carburetor and a smooth 3-speed Super Turbine 400 automatic transmission. Finished in an elegant white exterior with a black vinyl interior and matching black convertible soft top, it rides on classic 15-inch steel wheels adorned with full Buick chrome hubcaps. Power-assisted drum brakes at all four corners ensure confident stopping, while rear-wheel drive delivers the traditional, commanding driving experience of a full-size American luxury convertible. A true gentle giant of its time, the Electra 225 blends muscular underpinnings with refined comfort.

Exterior and Interior

There is no denying that this 1965 Buick Electra 225 Convertible is what the internet and car folk refer to as a “Land Yacht”, a walk around can clock in a mighty amount of steps on your smart watch, but it is a walk that will include stops to examine every detail this classic American car has to offer. Dressed in a lovely white exterior, the exterior color of this '60s beauty helps make its already large design more significant. On closer inspection of the exterior, you would find a clean exterior that hasn't been fettled with to stand out; this Buick Electra is all factory looks without pretending to be something else. The black convertible top, all the car's chrome, and even period-correct hubcaps are in place to push out that factory aesthetic. Step into the '60s in all its glory and quirkiness, look around, and you are treated to a factory interior cabin complete with all its features and styling intact. Get comfy with leather bench seats and the sight of wood and nickel instantly creates a perception of luxury and class, a quick peek at the rear and you even have space for more family and friends to tag along for the ride.

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Complimenting all that excess in terms of size and luxury is the equivalent of excess in cubic capacity - it really is the good type of excess. Pop open the hood of this 1965 Buick Electra 225 Convertible, and what you will find is a 401ci Buick “Wildcat” Nailhead V8 engine ready to bring out a whole lot of smoothness to your drive experience. Speaking of smooth, the current owner reports a front A-arm suspension system and a rear 4-link coil spring suspension system to iron out the road ahead. This classic channels all its gentle performance to its rear wheels through a 3-speed Super Turbine 400 automatic transmission.

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1965 Buick Electra 225 Convertible

Current Ask
VERIFIED SELLER
PENDING SALE
$34,000
SOLD

The 1960s were an era defined by style, performance, and presence—and the 1965 Buick Electra 225 Convertible embodied all three. With only a reported 54,240 miles on the odometer, this well-preserved example is powered by Buick’s formidable 401ci “Wildcat” Nailhead V8 paired with a 4-barrel carburetor and a smooth 3-speed Super Turbine 400 automatic transmission. Finished in an elegant white exterior with a black vinyl interior and matching black convertible soft top, it rides on classic 15-inch steel wheels adorned with full Buick chrome hubcaps. Power-assisted drum brakes at all four corners ensure confident stopping, while rear-wheel drive delivers the traditional, commanding driving experience of a full-size American luxury convertible. A true gentle giant of its time, the Electra 225 blends muscular underpinnings with refined comfort.

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1960 Buick Electra 225 Convertible

Current Ask
VERIFIED SELLER
PENDING SALE
$59,900
SOLD

A blast from the past is reserved for a machine that instantly takes someone back, back in time and back into every aspect of life. Present today is a true blast from the past and takes shape with this lovely 1960 Buick Electra 225. With just reported over 60,000 miles on its clock its time you settled in for the journey of a lifetime and cruised with one of the 60s automotive finest.

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1963 Buick Electra 225 Sport Coupe

Current Ask
VERIFIED SELLER
PENDING SALE
$24,999
SOLD

With elegant styling, luxury appointments, and robust American power, this 1963 Buick Electra 225 two-door hardtop captures the essence of classic early '60s motoring. Located in Rock Island, Illinois, this example features a beautifully refinished Tan exterior complemented by an upscale Tan and White leather interior. Powered by the legendary 445 Wildcat V8 engine mated to a smooth automatic transmission, this Electra offers vintage luxury paired with impressive performance and style.

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1937 Buick Special Series 40 Convertible Restomod Supercharged

Current Ask
VERIFIED SELLER
PENDING SALE
$44,999

The 1937 Buick Special Series 40 Convertible represents a distinctive moment in prewar American automotive design, blending elegant Art Deco styling with the smooth, streamlined proportions that defined Buick’s entry-level luxury models of the era. While Buick was known for refinement and engineering sophistication in the 1930s, this example advances that legacy by integrating modern performance and comfort into a classic platform. Finished in Silver and fitted with a Carson-style removable top, this restomod preserves the graceful lines of the original convertible while transforming it into a high-performance cruiser that bridges prewar aesthetics and contemporary hot rod culture.

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1966 Buick Skylark GS

Current Ask
VERIFIED SELLER
PENDING SALE
$70,000

Buick’s GS or Gran Sport tag was initially applied to the automaker’s Skylark model in the Sixties, before extending to cover hot variants of the Riviera, Wildcat and Century. Choosing a GS Buick meant that you were availing yourself to some pretty impressive and giant-killing performance. Here, we’ve got a 1966 Buick Skylark GS for sale from what better place than Indianapolis! With 2,600 miles since some comprehensive work, this beast comes with a 494ci V8, a T-56 6-speed manual box, a new black interior and many more things to make this Skylark soar like an eagle.

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1986 Buick Regal T-Type Turbo

Current Ask
VERIFIED SELLER
PENDING SALE
$43,988

The Buick Regal is one of those nameplates from the Seventies that you can still buy today, albeit not in North America, but China! Introduced in 1973, just as the Malaise Era was taking hold, the Regal has always been the premium midsize offering from this storied American automaker. Regals have been made in coupe, sedan and station wagon forms, and come with some hot variants too. North American Regal sales ceased in 2020, as Buick wanted to refocus its attention towards solely selling SUVS in North America. Today, we have a second-generation 1986 Buick Regal T-Type Turbo for sale from Downey, California. This was considered quite a hot car in its time, due to its punchy 3.8-liter turbo V6 and performance-tuned suspension. This 44,107-mile car also comes with an upgraded intercooler set-up for a bit more bite.

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1972 Mercedes-Benz 450SL

Current Ask
VERIFIED SELLER
PENDING SALE
$14,900

In the late Sixties, Mercedes-Benz knew that it was time to replace their iconic W114 line-up of grand touring coupes. Development started on a successor, and by 1971, the R107 and C107 generation was released. It bore the name SL, and in the case of the R107, came with a removable hardtop plus a soft top. Meanwhile, the C107 was a fixed-head coupe. The R107 in particular would prove to be a massive success. In total, over 237,000 R107 variants were made between 1971 and 1989. Today, an R107 represents a sound and safe way to get into classic cars, as it’s built tough and can keep going on and on when properly maintained. That’s why we’re glad to offer this 184,122-mile 1972 Mercedes-Benz 450SL from Sandy, Utah for sale today. Its mileage is proof that not only is this a car that can eat up long distances, but it’s also one that encourages you to drive it more and more.

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1959 Chevrolet Corvette Restomod

Current Ask
VERIFIED SELLER
PENDING SALE
$274,999

The first generation of Chevy’s popular Corvette sports car and grand tourer was revealed to the public in 1953. Called the C1, it ran until 1962, and sold just over 69,000 units. Today, finding a C1 is a little tough, but not impossible. You’ll find pristinely-kept, bone-stock examples, fixer-uppers, daily runners and restomods, like this Texas-based 1959 Chevrolet Corvette Restomod. This car packs a 6.2-liter naturally aspirated LT1 from a later Corvette, as well as aftermarket Z06-style wheels and a 4L60E 4-speed autobox. These, plus many other refinements make this a classic Corvette that you can daily drive with comfort and confidence.

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1970 Ford Mustang Convertible

Current Ask
VERIFIED SELLER
PENDING SALE
$55,000

First generation Ford Mustangs are some of the most popular first-time classic cars around. Think we’re mistaken? Well, based on the amount of them that we’ve shifted, we beg to differ. With well over 2.5 million first-gen ‘Stangs created, there’s definitely no shortage of them around. You’ve got six or eight-cylinder power, three alluring body styles to pick from, and manual or automatic transmissions. So, choosing a first-generation Mustang is really down to your specific tastes and desires. Today’s example is a 1970 Ford Mustang Convertible from Portland, Oregon. It’s got a 302ci V8 under the hood, paired with a 3-speed SelectShift automatic gearbox, and also rocks an aftermarket radio. So do let us know if you’d like to own this sub-36,000 mile pony.

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