67k-Mile 1981 Buick Electra Limited 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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“Electra Limited: The most luxurious Buick sedan.”  The 1981 Buick Electra Limited was a flagship model in Buick’s full-size luxury sedan lineup, embodying the brand’s commitment to comfort, refinement, and traditional American styling. As part of the sixth-generation Electra (1977–1984), the 1981 model continued Buick’s downsizing strategy, which began in response to fuel economy concerns and changing market demands in the late 1970s. 

Built on GM’s B-body platform, the Electra Limited featured a more compact footprint than its predecessors but retained a spacious interior and smooth ride. It was powered by a range of V8 engines, including the 5.0-liter and 5.7-liter options, paired with a three-speed automatic transmission. The Limited trim offered premium appointments such as velour or leather seating, woodgrain interior accents, and advanced features like power windows, climate control, and cruise control. 

The style of the 1981 Electra Limited showcased squared-off lines, a formal roofline, and generous chrome detailing, reflecting the conservative elegance of the era. It was popular among professionals and retirees seeking understated luxury and reliability. 

Today, the 1981 Electra Limited stands as a testament to Buick’s role in offering premium comfort without the extravagance of Cadillac. 

Highlights 

• Offered from The Generous Collection 

• Finished in Medium Sandstone (68) with tan vinyl top over tan velour upholstery 

• Powered by a 5.0-liter Oldsmobile V8 rated at 150 hp and 240 lb-ft of torque 

• Three-speed Turbo Hydra-Matic automatic transmission 

• Clean CARFAX Vehicle History Report 

Features 

• Formal roofline with opera windows 

• Chrome grille and trim accents with dual rectangular headlamps 

• Power steering, brakes, windows, locks, mirrors, and seats 

• Simulated woodgrain trim 

• Automatic climate control (A/C retrofitted to 134a) 

• Brown leather-wrapped steering wheel with tilt feature 

• Dolby AM/FM stereo 

• 85-mph speedometer 

• Cientra Plus P215/75R15 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 chips and scratches up front 

• Vinyl top is worn and spotted 

• Hood will not stay open without being propped up 

• Spots on driver’s seat 

Included 

• Carpeted GM floor mats 

• Temporary spare tire 

• GM trunk mat 

• Owner’s manual 

Ownership History 

This 1981 Buick Electra Limited 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: William Cooper  Phone: 469.463.4542  email: wcooper@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.