This hits the nail on the head for me...

"WilliamsSW" (williamssw) 10/02/2018 at 22:15 • Filed to: Bring A Trailer, Land Yacht, Nailhead

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Longboi convertible on BaT. I’d prefer a red interior, but this is a real nice cruiser.

A little weird that the top is manual (maybe a power top that doesn’t work?), and the trans is a 3 speed (listing incorrect).

This would be a lot of fun to drive to the beach in the summer!

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Highlander-Datsuns are Forever > WilliamsSW 10/02/2018 at 22:26

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What do you think? $5,000?

lone_liberal > WilliamsSW 10/02/2018 at 22:34

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Me too. I love the early to mid-60s full sized convertibles. So much style.

WilliamsSW > Highlander-Datsuns are Forever 10/02/2018 at 22:37

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Oh hell no- if it’s that low at the end, I’ll buy it myself.

I’d say around $20k.

WilliamsSW > lone_liberal 10/02/2018 at 22:40

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I love virtually everything coming out of Detroit in the ‘60s, but *especially* GM’s full sized cars from ‘61-65.

Chariotoflove > WilliamsSW 10/02/2018 at 23:02

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Oh man, that is cherry. Maybe n o power to the roof, but the antenna is powered.

It’s at $2K now.  What are the chances it stays affordable over the next 7 days?

WilliamsSW > Chariotoflove 10/02/2018 at 23:11

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If you look at picture 77 of the dash, I think that the far right lever (ACC) was for the top. I would have thought that the top of the line Buick had a power top standard. Probably disconnected because it was broken at some point.

I think it’s easily a $20k car - far from perfect, but it’s a nice driver.  As I mentioned to someone else, if it’s still cheap at the end, I’ll buy it (but that won’t happen).

Chariotoflove > WilliamsSW 10/02/2018 at 23:16

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I just asked my wife if it stayed cheap enough and I bought it, would she be okay with me flying out to Oregon to drive it home.

She laughed and rolled her eyes in that way that tells me I probably shouldn’t explain that I wasn’t kidding.

I don’t need it perfect; I just like that they seem to have kept it up.  I love that blue interior they redid.  It’s no Olds, but it’d still put a smile on my face.

WilliamsSW > Chariotoflove 10/02/2018 at 23:23

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Besides getting the wife’s permission, you better measure your garage, too. It’s nearly 19 feet long.

I dream of the day I do something like that- buy an old convertible online, fly out, drive it back. Would be an epic road trip - good or bad.

One kicker is that I really like Olds engines better than Buick - but Olds used a transmission that’s a complete PITA in this time frame.

Chariotoflove > WilliamsSW 10/02/2018 at 23:30

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That’s the thing, it’d never fit in the garage. I’d have to cover it and keep it outside.

I would so do that road trip.  I wouldn’t even have to think about it, just plan it.  All I’d need is the money.  Maybe I could rent out that trunk to a small family to make the cash...

glemon > WilliamsSW 10/02/2018 at 23:32

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I think the best and most under appreciated American boats are the early 60s cars. The long low styling is amazing, esp. the Buick/Olds/Pontiac cars. My dream garage would be filled with lots of vintage imports a nd one big American boat from the early sixties.

WilliamsSW > glemon 10/02/2018 at 23:55

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They really are. And they’re a lot cheaper than the ‘64++ mid sized cars, too - as long as you avoid Chevrolets (and frankly the BOP cars were way better than Chevy s anyways)

WilliamsSW > Chariotoflove 10/02/2018 at 23:57

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That car deserves a garage, though.

And - “plan it”?  Nah - just get in the car and go!

arl > WilliamsSW 10/03/2018 at 07:17

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Love these Buicks. Ye ars ago I had a worn out 65 Wildcat coupe with the 401 and 3 speed auto. Fantastic car.

Long_Voyager, Now With More Caravanny Goodness > WilliamsSW 10/03/2018 at 07:28

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Long_Voyager, Now With More Caravanny Goodness > WilliamsSW 10/03/2018 at 07:29

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That far right lever (Acc) switched from AM to FM on the radio in my 66.

Highlander-Datsuns are Forever > Chariotoflove 10/03/2018 at 08:48

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Dude,  I’ll be a copilot.

WilliamsSW > Long_Voyager, Now With More Caravanny Goodness 10/03/2018 at 09:11

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Hehe

WilliamsSW > Long_Voyager, Now With More Caravanny Goodness 10/03/2018 at 09:21

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Hm I hadn’t heard of that use for it before, but it was a switch used for different things, so   not that surprised. I’m pretty sure at least some GM convertibles had a power top switch labeled ACC during this period. Don’t recall what the switch in my 65 Skylark was labeled.   

I just find it weird that an Electra would have a manual top.

Highlander-Datsuns are Forever > WilliamsSW 10/03/2018 at 09:34

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I seem to remember cars like this really not getting premium pricing.

Highlander-Datsuns are Forever > WilliamsSW 10/03/2018 at 09:36

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I had a 1968 Electra hard top, certainly at the top of the heap for boats. The convertible is much more desirable for me, it would be a fantastic cruiser.

WilliamsSW > Highlander-Datsuns are Forever 10/03/2018 at 10:42

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They don’t get premium pricing - big Buicks and Oldsmobiles are relatively cheap compared to most classics . But these days, $20k isn’t premium pricing for a convertible. Heck, this car would probably get $10k if it was a 4 door sedan.

Chariotoflove > WilliamsSW 10/03/2018 at 11:00

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It deserves my bedroom, but it won’t fit there either. 

Chariotoflove > Highlander-Datsuns are Forever 10/03/2018 at 11:02

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You’re in. In that imaginary universe where I actually get to buy it. 

WilliamsSW > Chariotoflove 10/03/2018 at 11:09

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Fair point. Can I ride in the back on this imaginary roadtrip?

I’m pretty sure there’s room.

Highlander-Datsuns are Forever > Chariotoflove 10/03/2018 at 11:11

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I’ll pay for gas. That way by the time we get to your place in Texas (right?) I will have at least 50% ownership of the car.

Highlander-Datsuns are Forever > WilliamsSW 10/03/2018 at 11:13

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My ‘ 68 sat three across front and back comfortably.

Highlander-Datsuns are Forever > WilliamsSW 10/03/2018 at 11:15

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HOT TUB!

WilliamsSW > Highlander-Datsuns are Forever 10/03/2018 at 11:16

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Yeah - and 4 in a pinch, I’m sure.

I had a ‘64 Olds 88 a long time ago, and could lay down flat on the front bench seat (I’m 5' 9").  And that car had an enormous trunk - but smaller than this Electra.

WilliamsSW > Highlander-Datsuns are Forever 10/03/2018 at 11:23

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I’m thinking that hot tub will also fit 6 comfortably.  Maybe 8 if everyone is friendly.

Chariotoflove > WilliamsSW 10/03/2018 at 11:55

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We can install a mini fridge and flat screen in the trunk for you.  We’ll pound on the lid when we’re there.

Chariotoflove > Highlander-Datsuns are Forever 10/03/2018 at 11:57

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You’ll pay for gas! ? Didn’t know millionaires were hiding out in Montana. Is Warren Buffet’s summer cottage next  to yours?

WilliamsSW > Chariotoflove 10/03/2018 at 12:44

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I’m claustrophobic, but I don’t think that will be an issue in that car. Throw a queen sized mattress in there too, and I’ll be fine. 

Chariotoflove > WilliamsSW 10/03/2018 at 12:47

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Just text us up front when you need a rest stop, please...or bring an empty milk jug.  Whatever.