The coolest Buick cars (27 photos)

Buick was founded in 1903 by David Dunbar Buick in Detroit, USA. Buick's initial steps proved difficult. After release Several models of the firm's financial position became catastrophic. The authority of the company was raised by cooperation with a well-known designer Charles Nash and Walter Chrysler. The company lasted 120 years on the market years and she has something to show.





Buick is the main foundation on which it was built almighty General Motors. Of course, in this foundation there are some cracks, but after more than a century of producing cars for Americans Buick is still one of the most innovative and America's oldest active automakers. The few remaining in Living GMs have the same legacy as Buick today. We're talking about their invention of engines with overhead valves, signals turn and their race victories.

While currently Buick has changed innovation and passion for mediocrity, attracting fans of the older generation, there are still some iconic cars that we can't forget. That's why we've compiled a list of the coolest Buicks from the point in terms of performance, handling and, of course, appearance.

1936 Buick Century



The Century has long been a mid-range Buick model. However the first generation was the first to break the 100 miles mark (161 kilometers in hour) per hour. Hence the name "Vek". This Buick model was equipped with inline eight-cylinder engine with 120 horsepower, as well as Roadmaster and Limited models.





Although today such figures are not impressive, in the 30s they were frightening. After all, the Century was Buick's fastest car ever. at that time, and also one of the fastest cars in history. And in combined with a stunning Art Deco exterior, it's no surprise that Century is one of the most influential cars of the time.

1950 Buick Roadmaster



Even today, when people think of Buick, they mean this particular car. Nine massive chrome teeth are what what everyone remembers. The 1950 Roadmaster was no different from what it was in 1949, and although the 5.2-liter inline-eight the Buick engine was replaced with another one, it still sold very well. Fine.



Thus, Buick sales in 1950 were 30% higher than in 1949. The beautiful appearance did the job well. We are not condemning in any way; we would have bought this car in no time, if it didn't cost $50,000 and be a little faster.

1963 Buick Special Skylark



The Buick Special Skylark wasn't the fastest model, but it the only car that shifted Buick's focus from luxury to performance and power. The 1963 model had a completely new design and engine. Unlike the 150 horsepower Buick Special forces, the 1963 Skylark had a 200 horsepower V8 engine. Absolutely mesmerizing!



Let's not forget that Skylark's all-aluminum engine marked the beginning of the world's first turbocharged V8 engine in production car (Oldsmobile Cutlass '63). It was the perfect engine. for racing and really influential. Finally, we think that the 2-door coupe-cabriolet is the best.

1963 Buick Riviera



Corvette Sting Ray along with Buick Riviera are probably the most beautiful cars ever built in America. Both cars created by GM design chief Bill Mitchell, are legendary. At the time, the 1963 Riviera was extremely sophisticated and sporty machine. With his pointed wings and with its pointed nose, it offered pure luxury to the American consumer.



Even the interior of the Riviera was so elegant and become. The power plant included a 6.6-liter or 7.0-liter version V8 engine that produced 325 or 360 horsepower.

1966 Buick Wildcat GS



Wildcat Gran Sport was not only extremely powerful car, but also very rare. The GS version was only available in 1966 year and had two types of engines: a 7.0-liter Y48 with a capacity of 340 horsepower and a variant with two W14 carburetors, which developed up to 360 horses.



The W14 was quite rare, with only 21 units produced. WITH on the other hand, the Y48 had over 1,000 units. In any case, both of these models had excellent performance with upgraded chassis and suspension. The Wildcat rode as well as it looked.

1970 - Buick GSX Stage 1



Unfortunately, the GSX Stage 1 is a forgotten muscle car. Somewhere among all Stage 1 Mustangs and Camaros didn't get the attention it did. deserves. Maybe GM released it too late. But they couldn't resist it. Buick's reputation at the time was quite low, as well as poor sales. The GSX Stage 1 shut everyone up.



This car had everything. GSX Stage 1 equipped with a V8 engine 360 horsepower. He was not only so powerful, but also possessed highest torque at that moment, power output 691 n.m., until the Dodge Viper surpassed it in 2003. Just to make you knew it took another manufacturer 33 years to beat this one record. This already speaks volumes.

1984 Buick/March Indy Car



If anyone tells you that the Buick legacy these days is not matters, mention a Buick/March Indy car. When Buick first started experimenting with turbochargers, no one would even think could not that they could win the race, let alone establish records that still stand to this day.



In the 1984 race driver Scott Brighton drove March with a Buick engine at an average speed of 327.72 kilometers per hour for four circles. Truly a record high. By the mid-1990s, even more a powerful V-6 helped Eddie Cheever complete the fastest lap in the history of speed of 379.97 kilometers per hour.

1987 Buick GNX



The GNX is truly a legendary car. Item collectibles that reminded Americans of the muscle car glory days. Buick Regal Grand National was one of the most powerful cars on the market. But Buick has always strived for more. That's why they used McLaren Technologies to squeeze even more horses.



And they did it! The GNX was capable of 300 horsepower horsepower and torque 718 N.m. McLaren achieved this by improving turbocharger by reprogramming 4-speed transmission Hydramatic and more. But remember that the GNX was not only the most the fastest Buick of the time, but also the fastest car of 1987. He overtook the Ferrari F40 and Porsche 930, accelerating to 100 kilometers per hour in just 4.6 seconds. Charming!

1988 Buick Reatta



Reatta is a truly underrated classic that deserves your attention. It was created to compete the 380SL roadster inspired by the '55 Ford Thunderbird. as one of later cars, the Reatta included the latest technology, in including the new 3.8-liter V-6 (one of the first GM engines with fuel injection) that produced 170 horsepower.



However, Reatta was not supposed to be powerful, but luxurious. machine. And with all the tools such as the on-board computer with monochrome touch screen. The screen can be used to control radio, climate control, as well as use the diagnostic access to electronic systems and vehicle sensors. It was car looking for young buyers who unfortunately turned your attention to something else.

1909 Model 16B Racers



Racing has always been a great way to promote cars, and winning gave the brand a big marketing advantage. At first 1900s, as head of the company, William Durant did not lose sight of the importance racing.



In 1909, Durant created a team led by Louis Chevrolet, which led to the victory of the Model 16B racers. These cars were equipped with four cylinders