1948 Buick Roadmaster Riviera Coupe
The Riviera Coupe offered the unusual Hardtop Convertible style to the Buick line which mimicked the look of a true convertible with the top up.
Like the Roadmaster, the 1949 had three portholes and the “fuselage style” body also shared with Cadillac.
In Detail
| type | Series Production Car |
| built at | USA |
| engine | Inline-8 |
| position | Front, Longitudinal |
| aspiration | Natural |
| displacement | 4949 cc / 302 in³ |
| power | 111.9 kw / 150 bhp |
| specific output | 30.31 bhp per litre |
| front brakes | Drums |
| rear brakes | Drums |
| wheelbase | 3200 mm / 126 in |
| transmission | Dynaflow Automatic |
Auction Sales History
1948 Buick Roadmaster Convertible Coachwork 44897500 – sold for $70,400 Excellent example of Buick’s hallmark postwar model. Ex-Charles Cawley collection. Restored while in Cawley’s ownership. Equipped with optional DynaFlow transmission. One of America’s most recognizable Convertibles.
Auction Source: The Scottsdale Auction 2015 by Bonhams
Auction Source: The Scottsdale Auction 2015 by Bonhams
1949 Buick Roadmaster Riviera Coupe 55319097 – sold for $57,750 One of the most groundbreaking General Motors designs. The first Buick hardtop and the first year of portholes. Only 50 miles since restoration. Beautiful color combination.
Auction Source: 2014 Arizona by RM Auctions
Auction Source: 2014 Arizona by RM Auctions
1949 Buick Roadmaster Riviera Coupe 55319097 – sold for $35,200 Beautifully Presented. Unique Harley Earl Post-War Styling. Legendary Dynaflow Transmission. Classic Fireball Dynaflash Engine. The Original Riviera.
Auction Source: Gooding & Company 2010 Amelia Island Auction
Auction Source: Gooding & Company 2010 Amelia Island Auction
