In 1953, Buick reached a major milestone in the automaker's history: its 50th year of operation. Naturally, the esteemed Buick motor division of General Motors wanted to commemorate this important anniversary in grand style. They did so by designing the 1953 Buick Skylark, which was available only as a convertible. Like many special edition cars, this one was fully equipped and carried a price tag to match: roughly $5,000, which was a great deal of money back in 1953. But those who owned this car got their money's worth. Now worth upwards of $50,000, this car was elegant in looks, spacious in its interior and lavish in its luxurious appointments. A long and stylish ragtop, it came complete with full leather upholstery, tinted glass, electric antenna, signal-finding "Selectronic" radio and numerous power-assisted functions. Buick also marked its 50th anniversary with its first modern V8 engine: a 322 cubic inch power plant that rocketed the 1953 Buick Skylark to 100 mph without breaking a sweat. Equipped with a flawless Twin-Turbine Dynaflow automatic transmission, this Skylark also offered "checkmarked" body trim, a distinctive dip behind the doors and red, white and blue "50th anniversary" medallions on the chrome-plated wire wheels. Options included the "Weatherwarden" heating system, easy-eye glass, flexible spoke steering wheel and Foamtex seat cushions. Your meticulously detailed model is painted in Balsam Green and white, one of this classic car's fabulous '50s combinations.

(1999)

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