1970 Buick Electra 225 Sedan

Description

OFFERED WITHOUT RESERVE 

Out of a combination of a lifelong automotive passion and an unyielding desire to support the people of his Alabama community, the Generous Collection was born. Mr. Greg Rusk, a successful business leader in the cardboard industry, with a big heart for helping families and friends in times of need, would regularly pay overly generous fees to acquire an interesting vehicle. After decades of collecting and supporting local automotive enthusiasts, the Rusk family is ready for these vehicles, each with their own story, to write their next chapter back on the road, where they belong. 

The Generous Collection debuts with Part 1 offering over 200 cars in October, all offered without reserve, emerging from years of long-term silent storage. Many additional lots will be offered in the coming months. From the quiet shadows of the Generous Collection to the sunshine of backroads and highways, enthusiasts now have the opportunity to own a piece of a generous car-collecting legacy. 

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The 1970 Buick Electra was the pinnacle of Buick’s full-size luxury offerings during a time when American cars emphasized comfort, power, and style. As part of the Electra line introduced in 1959, the ’70 model represented the final year of the second generation, which had debuted in 1965. It featured bold, squared-off styling with a wide grille and sweeping body lines that conveyed elegance and strength. 

Under the hood, the Electra came standard with Buick’s massive 455 cubic-inch V8 engine, delivering robust torque and smooth acceleration — ideal for highway cruising. The car was available in several body styles, with the Electra 225 being the most luxurious variant, named for its overall length of 225 inches. 

Inside, the Electra offered plush interiors with woodgrain accents, power accessories, and advanced features like climate control and cruise control, reflecting Buick’s reputation for near-Cadillac luxury at a more accessible price. “Long, low, and elegant. Electra 225 makes a statement wherever it goes.” 

Highlights 

• Offered from The Generous Collection 

• Finished in Burnished Saddle Poly (68) paint over Black Leatherette (648) upholstery 

• Powered by a 455 cu-in V8 engine rated at 370 hp 

• Three-speed Turbo Hydra-Matic automatic transmission 

• The chassis number (484390H335550) decodes as: 

  • 4 – Buick 

  • 84 – Electra 225 Series 

  • 39 – Four-door hardtop sedan 

  • 0 – 1970 model year 

  • H – Flint (Michigan) assembly plant 

  • 335550 – Sequential production number 

Features 

• Fender skirts 

• Power steering, brakes, and windows

• Woodgrain trim on dash and doors 

• Air conditioning 

• Cruise control 

• 120-mph speedometer 

• Tilt steering wheel 

• Rear defroster 

• 15-inch steel wheels with deluxe wheel covers 

• Cooper Trendsetter SE P235/75R15 whitewall tires 

Known Imperfections 

• While reasonable efforts were made during preparation for the sale, due to the volume of cars in this collection it was not possible to diagnose or detect all imperfections present in the cars. 

• Paint imperfections 

• Driver’s seat upholstery is splitting 

• A panel of power control buttons is missing on driver’s door 

Included 

• Black carpeted floor mats

Ownership History 

This 1970 Buick Electra 225 Four-Door Hardtop is offered from The Generous Collection of no reserve automobiles. 

Additional Notes

A Broad Arrow Auctions Specialist is working as an agent on behalf of the owner of this vehicle. Broad Arrow Auctions is a wholly owned subsidiary of Hagerty.  

Contact: Frank Malefors   Phone: 602-488-7888   Email: fmalefors@hagerty.com 

Alabama Sales Tax Notice to Bidders: Because this car is located in Alabama, the selling dealer may be required to collect and remit Alabama state sales taxes of up to 2% of the purchase amount, even if the buyer plans to register the car outside of Alabama, if (a) the buyer is located in AZ, CA, FL, IN, MA, MI, or SC (capped at $500 in SC), and (b) the buyer does not transport the car out of Alabama using a common carrier (e.g., if the buyer drives the car or transports the car out of Alabama on a personal trailer). Additionally, the selling dealer may be required to collect and remit Alabama county or city taxes from buyers located outside of Alabama, if (a) the buyer does not transport the car out of Alabama using a common carrier (e.g., if the buyer drives or transports the car out of Alabama on a personal trailer), and (b) the buyer fails to provide an executed Drive-Out Certificate for Nonresidents. For additional information, please consult this publication and your own tax advisor regarding sales taxes applicable to cars located in Alabama that are sold to residents of another state.  

Please note that all lots in The Generous Collection are offered after many years of storage, without operation or service, in warehouse facilities. The seller endeavored to provide limited mechanical servicing to bring some cars back to running potential, however, not all cars will be running at time of sale. Because of the extended static display, it must be assumed that all cars will require additional mechanical attention before being driven safely and, in most cases, cleaning to both the interiors and exteriors. All the cars will have imperfections associated with long-term static storage and require extensive sorting to perform best and safely. The burden of determining a car’s status, both mechanical and cosmetic, rests fully on the bidder, prior to bidding and the close of the auction. All lots are sold as is, where is. 

Additionally, due to the location of the collection and limited access to the facility following the close of the auction, all lots must be retrieved while a Hagerty Marketplace representative is onsite beginning Monday, November 3 through Wednesday, November 19. No cars can be retrieved prior to November 3 and any lots remaining after November 19 will be re-located outside in the parking lot for retrieval by their buyers.