Some cars are rare. Others are beautiful. But every once in a while, one comes along that is both — and in this case, it’s also the only one in South Africa.
This 1957 Buick Roadmaster Convertible is the pinnacle of 1950s American glamour — long, low, dripping in chrome, and finished with the kind of attention to detail that makes concours judges smile. It’s the kind of car you don’t just look at… you stare.
The Restoration:
A full, no-expense-spared rebuild to the very highest standard. Every inch has been brought back to life with precision — from the mirror-finish paintwork to the flawless chrome, from the period-correct wire wheels wrapped in pristine whitewalls to the perfect stitching on the interior.
Under the Skin:
Beneath the sweeping bonnet lies the original matching numbers 364Ci V8, paired to its original automatic transmission. It runs and shifts exactly as it did in 1957 — smooth, confident, and effortless.
The Details That Matter:
The power convertible top works flawlessly. The engine bay is detailed to show standard. The chrome simply dazzles in the sunlight. And it comes with a comprehensive file documenting its restoration and history.
This isn’t just a car — it’s a piece of American automotive art, built for cruising wide boulevards and turning heads at every stoplight. We see hundreds of classics come through our showroom, and this Roadmaster sits right at the very top.
For the serious collector who knows that opportunities like this don’t come around twice — this one belongs with you.
Located in Shere, Pretoria East – viewings by appointment only.
Contact
Dehan La Grange
on:
dehan@vintagecarssa.co.za | 082 386 7184