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Very sharp, all original 41,000 mile example! Super solid, andfully optioned with air conditioning, power windows, power seat,power steering & brakes, tilt steering wheel, door edge guards, andmore! A super example of Buick's "Fully Tuned" vehicle andconsidered the best of 1966! The Buick Electra was introduced tothe public in 1959 and carried the brand through 1990 replacing theRoadmaster and Limited models upon introduction. The 225 monikerwas added to represent the 225 inch length of the car overall,earning the nickname "deuce and a quarter" by enthusiasts. Withstyling changes over its 30 year run, it was 1965 when the chassisdesign went to a perimeter frame, exiting the traditional x-frameused from 1961. This made for a lighter car, and the need foradditional tuning to the suspension. For 1966, the entireadvertising promotion lead with the Electra being emphasized as the"Tuned Buick"; tuned performance, tuned ride, tuned handling, andmost importantly, tuned styling! It would be the final year of theever popular Buick Wildcat 401ci Nailhead V8 engine as well. Thesecars represent a unique era in Buick production, and are among thebest years for mid-1960's American car collectors. Class, style,power, and comfort all rolled into one! We are delighted to offerthis 1966 Buick Electra 225 Thin-pillar 4-door sedan finished infactory code correct Astro Blue over all original Blue cloth/vinylcombination interior! These sedans are unique by showcasing itsstructural soundness with a small pillar between the front & reardoors, leaving the four windows on each door absent of atraditional frame, a very unique feature among 4-door sedans.Standard features on any Electra included the Wildcat V8 producing325 horsepower and 445 ft. lbs. of torque, Super Turbine 3-speedautomatic transmission, power steering, power brakes, andadditional safety items such as padded dash, reverse lights, front& rear seatbelts, 2-speed windshield wipers with washer system, andmore! You will find additional optional equipment on our vehicle toinclude air conditioning, tilt steering column, power windows,8-way power seat, Sonomatic AM radio with power antenna, interiorcourtesy lights, glove box light, day/night rearview mirror, allSoft-Ray tinted glass, door edge guards, and fender skirts. Ourwonderful example survives with all original LOF window glass, alloriginal body panels, all original interior carpet & seatingupholstery, original trunk equipment, and all factory chrome &trim. Showing only 41,589 actual miles, this Electra continues torun and drive with exceptional ease! We have taken the liberty torecently change the oil & oil filter, replace the air conditioningcompressor clutch, convert the a/c system to R134a refrigerant,replace all door window glass weather stripping, under hoodinsulation, and other various items to freshen this 50 year oldcollector worthy sedan. We have fully detailed the enginecompartment for obvious reasons to match the exterior and interiorappearance, all proudly presentable for local shows while remainingdriver friendly and original. Having driven the car regularly herein St. Louis, we are confident in the cars ability to do exactly asasked. It provides cold a/c, fully operational power accessories,and excellent road manners in all city and highway environments.For full disclosure, the factory clock & radio areno longerfunctional, although the power antenna is functional. We hope tofind a Buick enthusiast excited to own a solid, low mileage Electra225 absolutely ready to enjoy! Please call with any questions or toschedule an opportunity to view in person. Thanks for looking!

1966 Buick
Electra 225 Thin-pillar Sedan 225 Thin-pillar Sedan Sedan
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Very sharp, all original 41,000 mile example! Super solid, andfully optioned with air conditioning, power windows, power seat,power steering & brakes, tilt steering wheel, door edge guards, andmore! A super example of Buick's "Fully Tuned" vehicle andconsidered the best of 1966! The Buick Electra was introduced tothe public in 1959 and carried the brand through 1990 replacing theRoadmaster and Limited models upon introduction. The 225 monikerwas added to represent the 225 inch length of the car overall,earning the nickname "deuce and a quarter" by enthusiasts. Withstyling changes over its 30 year run, it was 1965 when the chassisdesign went to a perimeter frame, exiting the traditional x-frameused from 1961. This made for a lighter car, and the need foradditional tuning to the suspension. For 1966, the entireadvertising promotion lead with the Electra being emphasized as the"Tuned Buick"; tuned performance, tuned ride, tuned handling, andmost importantly, tuned styling! It would be the final year of theever popular Buick Wildcat 401ci Nailhead V8 engine as well. Thesecars represent a unique era in Buick production, and are among thebest years for mid-1960's American car collectors. Class, style,power, and comfort all rolled into one! We are delighted to offerthis 1966 Buick Electra 225 Thin-pillar 4-door sedan finished infactory code correct Astro Blue over all original Blue cloth/vinylcombination interior! These sedans are unique by showcasing itsstructural soundness with a small pillar between the front & reardoors, leaving the four windows on each door absent of atraditional frame, a very unique feature among 4-door sedans.Standard features on any Electra included the Wildcat V8 producing325 horsepower and 445 ft. lbs. of torque, Super Turbine 3-speedautomatic transmission, power steering, power brakes, andadditional safety items such as padded dash, reverse lights, front& rear seatbelts, 2-speed windshield wipers with washer system, andmore! You will find additional optional equipment on our vehicle toinclude air conditioning, tilt steering column, power windows,8-way power seat, Sonomatic AM radio with power antenna, interiorcourtesy lights, glove box light, day/night rearview mirror, allSoft-Ray tinted glass, door edge guards, and fender skirts. Ourwonderful example survives with all original LOF window glass, alloriginal body panels, all original interior carpet & seatingupholstery, original trunk equipment, and all factory chrome &trim. Showing only 41,589 actual miles, this Electra continues torun and drive with exceptional ease! We have taken the liberty torecently change the oil & oil filter, replace the air conditioningcompressor clutch, convert the a/c system to R134a refrigerant,replace all door window glass weather stripping, under hoodinsulation, and other various items to freshen this 50 year oldcollector worthy sedan. We have fully detailed the enginecompartment for obvious reasons to match the exterior and interiorappearance, all proudly presentable for local shows while remainingdriver friendly and original. Having driven the car regularly herein St. Louis, we are confident in the cars ability to do exactly asasked. It provides cold a/c, fully operational power accessories,and excellent road manners in all city and highway environments.For full disclosure, the factory clock & radio areno longerfunctional, although the power antenna is functional. We hope tofind a Buick enthusiast excited to own a solid, low mileage Electra225 absolutely ready to enjoy! Please call with any questions or toschedule an opportunity to view in person. Thanks for looking!