(888) 778-3751 123456789101112131415161718192021222324252627282930313233343536373839404142434445464748495051525354555657585960616263646566676869707172737475767778798081828384858687888990919293949596979899100of100 0 364/300HP 4 BBLV8 AutomaticConvertible Stock #: 0768 Exterior Color: Blue Interior Color: Blue Body Type: Convertible Transmission: Automatic Engine: 364/300HP 4 BBLV8 Mileage: 0 Title Condition: Clear West Coast Classics are proud to present a superb and extraordinary example of this very rare and original 1957 Buick 50 Super V8 Convertible with its original and legendary and highly desirable 364 CID/300 HP 4BBL V8 engine and frame up nuts and bolts restored in a very attractive two-tone color combination of 'Starlight Blue over Dresden Blue' color paint with a matching two-tone 'Blue' full leather interior, new Blue 'Haartz' convertible soft top with soft parade boot, full carpeting, trunk light, 'Sweepspear' stainless bodyside trim with painted insert, front and rear bumper guards, outside LH rear view mirror, 4 Ventiports on front fenders; power top, front seats & windows and with original electric Buick clock and with rare factory options of: Heater & Defroster ($102), Power brakes ($42), Power steering ($107), Easy-Eye tinted glass ($40), Full wheel covers ($20) and 'Sonomatic AM radio ($102)!The 1955 Buick Super was one of Harley Earl's personal favorite designs. Buick's ad campaign pointed out that the car was 'Super ... and that means superior in every respect,' and was it ever. The return of Buick's pre-war 'factory hot rod' with a sweeping side body line, strong face, and jet-age tail embodied everything that made the Mid-50's GMs the pinnacle of American car design. A huge symbolic change was the use of four portholes on Century's and Super's as well as on Roadmaster's to identify the cars with the larger engines rather than longer wheelbases.The Super was a true high-performance car combining Roadmaster power with with about half having three speed manual transmissions and the other half were equipped with Buick's improved and more efficient Variable-Pitch Dynaflow drive. The Super could go 0-60 mph in 9.8 seconds and cover the quarter mile in 17.5 seconds, the sizzling Super with 255HP was not only fast off the line but they were also genuine 100mph cruisers. A 1955 Century hit 110 mph the Flying Mile competition at Daytona SpeedWeeks and in 1955 Buick took the only two wins in NASCAR Grand National stock car racing that it would see for many years. The 1956 Buick Super was built on the larger Buick platform available for the year as was the Roadmaster and was powered by the same division's largest engine, the Roadmaster 322 c.i.d. It is noteworthy that the smaller platform of the same generation Buick Century, combined even lighter weight with the same high horsepower 322 c.i.d. engine, and was appreciated by law enforcement agencies, many of whom used them for patrolling freeways and turnpikes across the nation where they were well suited for high speed pursuits. One year later the California Highway Patrol placed a huge fleet order for Century 2-door sedans. This body style was not available to the general public and was a special order only. The Century 2-door sedan combined the Special 2-door sedan body shell with Century power-train and trim. In the popular TV series 'Highway Patrol', Broderick Crawford was shown driving a 2-door Century sedan during the first season.In 1957 Buick introduced the enlarged 'Fireball V8' engine with greater bore and stroke, increasing displacement to 364 cubic inches and producing 250-300HP, depending upon the model. This 1957 Buick Super 364/300HP V8 Convertible is one of only 2,056 built for 1957 and is the rarest of all Buick's built in '57! Offered in the Super series were both two- and four-door hardtops and the Model 56C, sporty and attractive convertible. With a base price of $3,981, buyers got a lot for the money starting with the enlarged 364 cubic-inch V-8 rated at 300 HP in the Super which equated to 400 ft/lbs of torque. Also new was the Instant Variable Pitch Dynaflow transmission which offered seamless power during acceleration. There were other amenities that cost extra in lesser cars such as in-line Safety power steering, power windows, two-way power front seat, power-operated convertible top, deluxe steering wheel, self-locking parking brakes other desirable features of the day. For 1957, 2,056 customers stepped up for a Super convertible from Buick. This particular now very rare and desirable 1957 Buick 'Super' 364/300HP V8 Convertible example has been frame up restored with no expense spared and every nut and bolt replaced and is in very pristine condition throughout with a laser straight original body with all original sheetmetal and with the floor boards, trunk and all the typical rust-prone areas solid and rust free and with the car showing no signs of any accidents. Starting with an original that spent most of its life in Southern California, it was stripped down to bare metal and then refinished in the attractive factory combination of 'Starlight Blue over Dresden Blue'. Both the front and rear seats were trimmed in harmonizing two-tone blue hand stitched leathers that present a better than new appearance. Carefully remove the soft parade boot cover and with the flick of the switch and the new dark blue Haartz soft top silently lifts and folds into position to provide comfortable protection from the all the elements. The car is very handsome and boasts power windows, power steering, power seats, a power top and power brakes. Under the hood the legendary Nailhead V-8 looks showroom fresh and is ready to roll. Properly detailed including factory stickers and markings, everything has been restored to show-car quality condition including the totally rebuilt power steering and power brakes featuring the trustworthy Treadle-Vac system. This is truly a full-power car which also includes the top, windows, front seat and even the radio antenna for the Sonomatic push-button radio. The original '364 cid/300HP V8 engine runs strong and sounds absolutely magnificent and this particular car drives really well - a truly remarkable daily driver that will give any modern day car a run for it's money! For 1957, Buick used plenty of chrome trim and all the brightwork on this car has been given a deep and reflective replating that is sure to win hearts and impress even the most fastidious of judges. Even the luggage compartment has been completely finished and carpeted with the spare tire encased in a protective vinyl covering. It sports a set of new 'Truespoke' chrome wheels featuring Buick emblems in the center of the simulated knock-off spinners wrapped with wide whitewall tires. Ride, comfort, luxury, opulence, and rarity; this 1957 Buick Convertible has it all. This is a rare opportunity to own a great daily driving example of a superbly restored and very striking 1957 Buick Super V8 Convertible in turn-key ready condition for any classic American car enthusiast to enjoy or collect today! Vehicle Description West Coast Classics are proud to present a superb and extraordinary example of this very rare and original 1957 Buick 50 Super V8 Convertible with its original and legendary and highly desirable 364 CID/300 HP 4BBL V8 engine and frame up nuts and bolts restored in a very attractive two-tone color combination of 'Starlight Blue over Dresden Blue' color paint with a matching two-tone 'Blue' full leather interior, new Blue 'Haartz' convertible soft top with soft parade boot, full carpeting, trunk light, 'Sweepspear' stainless bodyside trim with painted insert, front and rear bumper guards, outside LH rear view mirror, 4 Ventiports on front fenders; power top, front seats & windows and with original electric Buick clock and with rare factory options of: Heater & Defroster ($102), Power brakes ($42), Power steering ($107), Easy-Eye tinted glass ($40), Full wheel covers ($20) and 'Sonomatic AM radio ($102)!The 1955 Buick Super was one of Harley Earl's personal favorite designs. Buick's ad campaign pointed out that the car was 'Super ... and that means superior in every respect,' and was it ever. The return of Buick's pre-war 'factory hot rod' with a sweeping side body line, strong face, and jet-age tail embodied everything that made the Mid-50's GMs the pinnacle of American car design. A huge symbolic change was the use of four portholes on Century's and Super's as well as on Roadmaster's to identify the cars with the larger engines rather than longer wheelbases.The Super was a true high-performance car combining Roadmaster power with with about half having three speed manual transmissions and the other half were equipped with Buick's improved and more efficient Variable-Pitch Dynaflow drive. The Super could go 0-60 mph in 9.8 seconds and cover the quarter mile in 17.5 seconds, the sizzling Super with 255HP was not only fast off the line but they were also genuine 100mph cruisers. A 1955 Century hit 110 mph the Flying Mile competition at Daytona SpeedWeeks and in 1955 Buick took the only two wins in NASCAR Grand National stock car racing that it would see for many years. The 1956 Buick Super was built on the larger Buick platform available for the year as was the Roadmaster and was powered by the same division's largest engine, the Roadmaster 322 c.i.d. It is noteworthy that the smaller platform of the same generation Buick Century, combined even lighter weight with the same high horsepower 322 c.i.d. engine, and was appreciated by law enforcement agencies, many of whom used them for patrolling freeways and turnpikes across the nation where they were well suited for high speed pursuits. One year later the California Highway Patrol placed a huge fleet order for Century 2-door sedans. This body style was not available to the general public and was a special order only. The Century 2-door sedan combined the Special 2-door sedan body shell with Century power-train and trim. In the popular TV series 'Highway Patrol', Broderick Crawford was shown driving a 2-door Century sedan during the first season.In 1957 Buick introduced the enlarged 'Fireball V8' engine with greater bore and stroke, increasing displacement to 364 cubic inches and producing 250-300HP, depending upon the model. This 1957 Buick Super 364/300HP V8 Convertible is one of only 2,056 built for 1957 and is the rarest of all Buick's built in '57! Offered in the Super series were both two- and four-door hardtops and the Model 56C, sporty and attractive convertible. With a base price of $3,981, buyers got a lot for the money starting with the enlarged 364 cubic-inch V-8 rated at 300 HP in the Super which equated to 400 ft/lbs of torque. Also new was the Instant Variable Pitch Dynaflow transmission which offered seamless power during acceleration. There were other amenities that cost extra in lesser cars such as in-line Safety power steering, power windows, two-way power front seat, power-operated convertible top, deluxe steering wheel, self-locking parking brakes other desirable features of the day. For 1957, 2,056 customers stepped up for a Super convertible from Buick. This particular now very rare and desirable 1957 Buick 'Super' 364/300HP V8 Convertible example has been frame up restored with no expense spared and every nut and bolt replaced and is in very pristine condition throughout with a laser straight original body with all original sheetmetal and with the floor boards, trunk and all the typical rust-prone areas solid and rust free and with the car showing no signs of any accidents. Starting with an original that spent most of its life in Southern California, it was stripped down to bare metal and then refinished in the attractive factory combination of 'Starlight Blue over Dresden Blue'. Both the front and rear seats were trimmed in harmonizing two-tone blue hand stitched leathers that present a better than new appearance. Carefully remove the soft parade boot cover and with the flick of the switch and the new dark blue Haartz soft top silently lifts and folds into position to provide comfortable protection from the all the elements. The car is very handsome and boasts power windows, power steering, power seats, a power top and power brakes. Under the hood the legendary Nailhead V-8 looks showroom fresh and is ready to roll. Properly detailed including factory stickers and markings, everything has been restored to show-car quality condition including the totally rebuilt power steering and power brakes featuring the trustworthy Treadle-Vac system. This is truly a full-power car which also includes the top, windows, front seat and even the radio antenna for the Sonomatic push-button radio. The original '364 cid/300HP V8 engine runs strong and sounds absolutely magnificent and this particular car drives really well - a truly remarkable daily driver that will give any modern day car a run for it's money! For 1957, Buick used plenty of chrome trim and all the brightwork on this car has been given a deep and reflective replating that is sure to win hearts and impress even the most fastidious of judges. Even the luggage compartment has been completely finished and carpeted with the spare tire encased in a protective vinyl covering. It sports a set of new 'Truespoke' chrome wheels featuring Buick emblems in the center of the simulated knock-off spinners wrapped with wide whitewall tires. Ride, comfort, luxury, opulence, and rarity; this 1957 Buick Convertible has it all. This is a rare opportunity to own a great daily driving example of a superbly restored and very striking 1957 Buick Super V8 Convertible in turn-key ready condition for any classic American car enthusiast to enjoy or collect today! Vehicle Warranty Mechanical inspections welcomed; if you wish to inspect the vehicle you must do so before bidding; upon request seller will be happy to deliver the vehicle to a local Torrance, CA or Santa Monica, CA mechanic of your choice for your prepaid inspection before the reserve price is met. Once the reserve price is met this vehicle is to be considered sold in ‘as is, where is’ condition to the highest bidder with no guaranties or warranties implied or given. Please have all funds available before bidding as a $1,000 non-refundable deposit is required from the winning bidder within 48 hours (2 business days) of auction end; an immediate $500 non-refundable deposit is required through Ebay’s Paypal service to end the auction early if the "Buy it now" option is exercised and the balance in full is due within ten days of auction end in any case. In the case these terms of sale are not met seller reserves the right to either re-list the vehicle or offer the vehicle to the next highest bidder. Seller reserves the right to end the auction at any time before the reserve price is met. Payment by bank wire transfer, cash in person or cashiers check only. All inspections must be done prior to bidding. The non-refundable deposit in the amount of $1,000 is due within 48 hours of the auction end via bank wire transfer or cashier's check via overnight mail. The full payment must be completed within 10 business days regardless of a pick up date. In the event the deposit is not posted within the required period of time, the vehicle will be offered for sale to the next subsequent high bidder or relisted for sale. This is to be considered an absolute sale and the buyer is required to comply with all of my conditions in these terms of sale. By placing a bid and winning the auction you hereby agree to abide completely with these terms of sale and the terms of sale are to be considered a legal and binding purchase agreement. Once again, please note that there are no inspections to be made after the auction ends - please be sure to complete any inspection before bidding. The Seller reserves the right to cancel any bid at any time and to end the auction early for any reason. The seller makes every effort to describe in detail any known flaws in the vehicle and includes many detailed and recent photos of the vehicle. The mileage on the vehicle is correct at the time of listing but obviously subject to minor changes necessary to complete delivery of the vehicle to the buyer and test drives etc. Please note that all used vehicles, especially classic and older vehicles, are by definition unique and complex and their condition, for better or worse, must always be considered a subjective opinion to each individual. Therefore the seller shall not be responsible for the absolute correct description, authenticity, genuineness, or defects herein, and makes no guaranties or warranty in connection therewith. Vehicles are sold with one master key unless otherwise stated. Vehicles are sold with handbooks and manuals only if stated in the advertisement. Buyer hereby acknowledges that any definition or terms relating to a "matching numbers" description of any car has been met and the buyer has inspected the car and is satisfied with the description prior to bidding or purchase. No allowance will be made on account of any incorrectness, imperfection, defect or damage. Any descriptions or representations are for identification purposes only and are not to be construed as a warranty of any type. It is the responsibility of the buyer to have thoroughly inspected the vehicle, and to have satisfied himself or herself as to the condition and value of the vehicle before bidding and to bid based upon that judgment solely. Seller assumes no responsibility for any repairs whatsoever regardless of any oral or written statements about the vehicle. About West Coast Classics West Coast Classics are renown licensed and bonded California Classic Car Dealers who specialize in buying & selling rare American & European classic cars with our showroom location in southern California at 1205 Bow Avenue in Torrance, CA 90501. Please contact us to verify the current status of any vehicle of interest and note that all test drives are by appointment only. We ship throughout the world and will provide you with an unparalleled service in any of your rare, sports, exotic, luxury, collector or classic car needs. So whether you want to sell your classic car, truck, hot rod, custom or simply rare or exotic car or indeed to buy a classic car that we have in our inventory, contact us today, it is what we do enthusiastically every sunny day here in southern California USA! Thanks for your interest and we look forward to helping you! PLEASE FEEL FREE TO CALL US DIRECTLY MONDAY - SATURDAY ON OUR TOLL FREE NUMBER LISTED HERE ON EBAY DURING REGULAR CALIFORNIA BUSINESS HOURS OR ON 424-376-5151 OR ALTERNATIVELY CONTACT US ANYTIME BY EMAIL THROUGH EBAY'S "ASK SELLER A QUESTION" LINK OR THROUGH OUR WEBSITE www.WestCoastClassics.com - WE LOOK FORWARD TO HEARING FROM YOU. West Coast Classics are renown licensed and bonded California Classic Car Dealers who specialize in buying & selling rare American & European classic cars with our showroom location in southern California at 1205 Bow Avenue in Torrance, CA 90501. Please contact us to verify the current status of any vehicle of interest and note that all test drives are by appointment only. We ship throughout the world and will provide you with an unparalleled service in any of your rare, sports, exotic, luxury, collector or classic car needs. So whether you want to sell your classic car, truck, hot rod, custom or simply rare or exotic car or indeed to buy a classic car that we have in our inventory, contact us today, it is what we do enthusiastically every sunny day here in southern California USA! Thanks for your interest and we look forward to helping you! PLEASE FEEL FREE TO CALL US DIRECTLY MONDAY - SATURDAY ON OUR TOLL FREE NUMBER LISTED HERE ON EBAY DURING REGULAR CALIFORNIA BUSINESS HOURS OR ON 424-376-5151 OR ALTERNATIVELY CONTACT US ANYTIME BY EMAIL THROUGH EBAY'S "ASK SELLER A QUESTION" LINK OR THROUGH OUR WEBSITE www.WestCoastClassics.com - WE LOOK FORWARD TO HEARING FROM YOU. Contact us for more details (888) 778-3751 Terms and Conditions Payment Options We accept the following payment methods: - Cashier's Check/money order- Loan check from eBay Financing Center- Cash (in person)- Personal check (once cleared) Vehicle Pickup & Shipping All shipping charges are buyer's responsibility. Finance, Warranty, Shipping question? Call the dealer at (888) 778-3751 General Terms PLEASE NOTE THAT FOLLOWING THE INITIAL PHOTOS LOCATED TO THE LEFT OF THE "PLACE BID" & "BUY IT NOW" AUCTION OPTIONS WE HAVE A FURTHER UP TO APPROXIMATELY 60 LARGE PIXEL PHOTOS OF EACH OF OUR CARS LISTED HERE ON EBAY WHICH ARE VIEWABLE IMMEDIATELY ABOVE THE "VEHICLE DESCRIPTION" & BELOW OUR DEALER LOGO - SEE THE EBAY "VIEW ALL IMAGES" LINK TO VIEW ALL OF OUR AVAILABLE IMAGES PAYMENT OPTIONS: WE WILL ACCEPT FULL PAYMENT BY BANK WIRE TRANSFER, CASH IN PERSON, CERTIFIED FUNDS & INSTITUTIONAL FINANCING. PLEASE NOTE THAT PAYMENT IN FULL IS DUE WITHIN TEN BUSINESS DAYS OF THE END OF THE AUCTION AS PER OUR TERMS OF SALE LISTED BELOW. PLEASE FURTHER NOTE THAT PAYPAL AND CREDIT CARD PAYMENTS WILL BE ACCEPTED FOR DEPOSITS ONLY. PLEASE NOTE THAT A COMPLIMENTARY COPY OF THE CARFAX REPORT FOR ANY CAR MANUFACTURED AFTER THE YEAR 1981 CAN BE VIEWED ON OUR CARFAX ACCOUNT BY USING THE CARFAX LINK LOCATED UNDERNEATH OUR VEHICLE DESCRIPTION HERE ON EBAY OR ON OUR WEBSITE SELLER IS HAPPY TO ASSIST BUYER IN ARRANGING COMPETITIVE, PROFESSIONAL AND INSURED SHIPPING FROM A REPUTABLE AND INTERNATIONAL SHIPPING COMPANY. BUYER TO PAY ALL SHIPPING COSTS. PLEASE NOTE THAT WEST COAST CLASSICS SELLS & SHIPS CARS WORLDWIDE. Notice to Bidders: All of the vehicles we list on eBay are for sale both internationally and locally. We reserve the right to end an auction early. Deposit: We require a non-refundable $1,000 deposit via Paypal within 48 hours of winning the auction and a non-refundable $500 Paypal deposit to end the auction early by exercising the "Buy it Now' option. Please note that we only accept Paypal for deposits only. Balance payments are due in full within 10 business days by bank wire transfer or cashiers check. Please feel fee to call us for any reason including to make arrangements for payment. All sales transactions must be completed within 10 calendar days of auction close. Prices subject to change without notice and do not include Title, License, Registration Fees, State or Local Taxes or Processing Fees, if any; please read fees and taxes disclosure below. Please contact seller first for vehicle availability. Although every effort is made to present accurate and reliable information, use of this information is voluntary, and should only be deemed reliable after an independent review of its accuracy, completeness, and timeliness. It is the sole responsibility of the customer to verify the existence of options, accessories and the vehicle condition before time of sale. Any and all differences must be addressed prior to time of sale. No expressed or implied warranties, including the availability or condition of the equipment listed is made. EPA mileage estimates for comparison purposes only. Actual mileage may vary depending on driving conditions, driving habits, and vehicle maintenance. The seller makes every effort to describe in detail any known flaws in the vehicle and includes many detailed and recent photos of the vehicle. The mileage on the vehicle is correct at the time of listing but obviously subject to minor changes necessary to complete delivery of the vehicle to the buyer and test drives etc. Please note that all used vehicles, especially classic and older vehicles, are by definition unique and complex and their condition, for better or worse, must always be considered a subjective opinion to each individual. Therefore the seller shall not be responsible for the absolute correct description, authenticity, genuineness, or defects herein, and makes no guaranties or warranty in connection therewith. Vehicles are sold with one master key unless otherwise stated. Vehicles are sold with handbooks and manuals only if stated in the advertisement. Buyer hereby acknowledges that any definition or terms relating to a "matching numbers" description of any car has been met and the buyer has inspected the car and is satisfied with the description prior to bidding or purchase. No allowance will be made on account of any incorrectness, imperfection, defect or damage. Any descriptions or representations are for identification purposes only and are not to be construed as a warranty of any type. It is the responsibility of the buyer to have thoroughly inspected the vehicle, and to have satisfied himself or herself as to the condition and value of the vehicle before bidding and to bid based upon that judgment solely. Seller assumes no responsibility for any repairs whatsoever regardless of any oral or written statements about the vehicle. Mechanical inspections welcomed; if you wish to inspect the vehicle you must do so before bidding; upon request seller will be happy to deliver the vehicle to a local Torrance or Santa Monica mechanic of your choice for your prepaid inspection before the reserve price is met. Once the reserve price is met this vehicle is to be considered sold in ‘as is, where is’ condition to the highest bidder with no guaranties or warranties implied or given. Once again, please note that there are no inspections to be made after the auction ends - please be sure to complete any inspection before bidding. Good luck and thanks for your interest. Fees and Taxes Please note that CA Sales tax, DMV license fees, DMV registration fees, dealer documentary fee, any finance charges, CA emission testing fees, and any compliance fees are additional to the advertised price if any vehicle is to be sold and registered in California and not exported out of state by bill of laden; please see full details below. Vehicle is listed on other industry websites and publications internationally, we reserve the right to end the auction at any time. This vehicle is being sold by West Coast Classics, LLC; we are licensed and bonded vehicle dealers in the state of California. Please note that all vehicles sold to be registered in the state of California will be charged California sales tax on the final EBay sales price and any required government licensing, smog, documentation and registration fees. If leaving the state or country, the vehicle must be picked up by a professional licensed auto transportation company that can provide a bill of lading, otherwise California sales tax will be charged. (All licensed auto transport companies provide these). Any out of the state and international buyers will upon completion of the sale be sent by FEDEX the title and bill of sale for the vehicle and will be personally responsible for any sales tax and licensing and registration fees in their home state or province. All bids are legal and binding contracts to purchase the vehicle and by bidding you are hereby entering into a legal and binding contract to purchase the vehicle and agreeing to accept and abide by these terms of sale: Please have all funds available before bidding as a $1,000 non-refundable deposit is required from the winning bidder within 48 hours (2 business days) of auction end; an immediate $500 non-refundable deposit is required through Ebay’s Paypal service to end the auction early if the "Buy it now" option is exercised and the balance in full is due within ten days of auction end in any case. In the case these terms of sale are not met seller reserves the right to either re-list the vehicle or offer the vehicle to the next highest bidder. Seller reserves the right to end the auction at any time before the reserve price is met. Payment in full to be received by bank wire transfer, cash in person or cashiers check only. All inspections must be done prior to bidding. The non-refundable deposit in the amount of $1,000 is due within 48 hours of the auction end via bank wire transfer or cashier's check via overnight mail. The full payment must be completed within 10 days regardless of a pick up date. In the event the deposit is not posted within the required period of time, the vehicle will be offered for sale to the next subsequent high bidder or relisted for sale. This is to be considered an absolute sale and the buyer is required to comply with all of my conditions in these terms of sale. By placing a bid and winning the auction you hereby agree to abide completely with these terms of sale and the terms of sale are to be considered a legal and binding purchase agreement. The Seller reserves the right to cancel any bid at any time and to end the auction early for any reason. A documentation fee of $70, which is capped and regulated in California as opposed to some other states, is charged on each sale, which once established legally has to be charged equally on each sale, to cover any necessary costs related to FEDEX mailings and other professional documentation paperwork fees for processing documents to establish title and registration in order to complete the transfer of documents to the new registered owner. |