Two-Owner 1960 Buick Electra 225 Convertible

Description

OFFERED WITHOUT RESERVE 

By the mid-60s Southern California was engulfed in a car craze, captivating young men like Steven J. Karlock, who became enamored with the Shelby 427 Cobra. Steven's passion for high-quality cars began with a Cobra, extended to Corvettes, and grew to include many legendary marques. Together with his wife, Jackie, he restored and cherished these vehicles. They later moved to Hannibal, Missouri, where they opened Karlock's Museum of Pop Culture in a historic grain depot along the Mississippi River. The museum, showcasing top-tier motorcars and memorabilia, became a Midwest gem. Hagerty Marketplace is honored to present The Karlock’s Collection, offered entirely without reserve.  

Buick advertising rightly stated, “All eyes turn when the low-slung Electra 225 convertible sweeps by.” At 221.2 inches in length the top-of-the-line Electra 225 is an imposing sight, with a “wing” theme to the finned rear design, their upper line extending all the way to the windshield. Traditionalists even got something they hadn't seen for several years: VentiPorts or “portholes” that first identified Buick front fenders back in 1949. The 401 cu-in “Wildcat 445” V8 generated 325 horsepower and a stout 445 lb-ft of torque through a new “Turbine Drive” automatic transmission.  

Finished in Sable Black paint with contrasting Red and White leather interior as from the factory, this 1960 Buick Electra 225 Convertible was acquired by The Karlock’s Collection in May 2004 from the original owner, Leona Witt of Oconto Falls, Wisconsin. It was purchased new in Sturgis, South Dakota, then shipped to the Witt family in nearby Deadwood since that town had no Buick dealer. Not finding any newer cars to their liking, the first owners had the Buick restored to like-new condition. When purchased in 2004 it showed 91,907 miles, and now displays 92,300 miles on the “Mirromagic” instrument panel. 

Highlights 

• Offered from The Karlock’s Collection   

• Two owners from new 

• 401 cu-in “Wildcat 445” V8 producing 325 horsepower 

• Turbine Drive automatic transmission

• Factory air conditioning

• The chassis number (8G8003178) decodes as: 

  • 8 – Electra 225 

  • G – 1960 

  • 8 – Arlington, Texas, final assembly plant 

  • 003178 – Serial number starting at 001001 

• The Body Tag decodes as:  

  • Style – E60-4867 1960, Electra 225 convertible  

  • Body – FB 223 Flint, Michigan, Fisher Body plant production sequence number 

  • Paint – AA3 Sable Black 

  • Trim – 860 Red and White leather 

• This 1960 Buick Electra 225 Convertible is offered with the five-digit odometer currently showing just over 92,300 miles at the time of listing which is believe original   

Features 

• Mirromagic instrument panel 

• Air-flo aluminum brake drums 

• Magic-Mirror finish 

• Foamtex seat cushions 

• Easy Power Steering  

• Power brakes  

• Dual exhaust 

• Windshield washer  

• Dual speed windshield wipers 

• Backup lights  

• Glare-proof mirror  

• Parking brake signal light  

• Safety buzzer 

• Map light 

• Power windows 

• Two-way adjustable power seat 

• Super Deluxe wheel covers 

Known Imperfections 

• Please note that all lots in The Karlock’s Collection are offered after many years of static museum display, without operation or road use. The selling estate endeavored to advance all cars to running condition, however, as a result of the extended museum display, it is to be assumed that every lot will require additional mechanical attention before being driven safely on open roads. All cars will have immediate needs associated with long-term static display and require sorting to perform best and safely. All lots are sold as is, where is. 

• Minor paint chips on driver’s door 

Included 

• An assortment of books and manuals 

• Spare rearview mirror  

• Boot cover 

• Spare wheel and tire 

• Jack and lug wrench 

Ownership History 

This 1960 Buick Electra 225 Convertible was acquired by The Karlock’s Collection from the original owner, Leona Witt of Oconto Falls, Wisconsin, in May 2004, showing 91,907 miles. The Buick now shows 92,300 miles. 

Additional Notes 

A private preview will be hosted by Hagerty Marketplace for registered bidders on Sunday August 18 and Monday the 19th.  You must call the representing Car Specialist, Ramsey Potts (912.508.4096), in advance to secure an appointment.    

Additionally, due to the cars being stored in a personal residence, following the close of the auction all lots must be retrieved while a Hagerty Marketplace representative is onsite beginning Tuesday, September 3rd through Tuesday, September 10. No cars can be retrieved prior to September 3 and any lots remaining after September 10 will be removed from the facility and placed in an adjacent lot.   

A Broad Arrow Group Consignment Specialist is working as an agent on behalf of the owner of this vehicle.    

Contact: Ramsey Potts    Phone: 912.508.4096    email: rpotts@hagerty.com