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1955 Buick Century Convertible

322ci Nailhead V8 (236hp) | Dynaflow Auto | Body-Off Restoration | Show Winner | Full Power Features | Cherokee Red over Red Leather | California Car

Lot # 6296
Location Laguna Beach, CA 92651
Seller Dealer
24191
322 V8
Automatic
Red
Red
6B6051939
Sold For: $78,750*incl. fees Questions

1955 Buick Century Convertible

This 1955 Buick Century Convertible is a complete, body-off restoration presented in immaculate, show-winning condition. It pairs the “lightweight” Century body with Buick’s most powerful engine of the era — the 236hp “Nailhead” Fireball V8 — backed by a rebuilt Dynaflow automatic. Finished in Cherokee Red over matching red leather with a black convertible top, it carries full power features that all function correctly. Documented as 1 of only 5,558 Century Convertibles built for 1955, this is a rust-free California car that drives as well as it presents.

Engine & Transmission

  • 322ci “Nailhead” Fireball V8, rated at 236 horsepower
  • Dynaflow automatic transmission, rebuilt by Crest-o-Matic Transmission of California
  • Detailed underhood area
  • Starts easily and runs smooth and quiet
  • Capable of 0–60 mph in under 10 seconds per period road tests

Exterior

  • Finished in Cherokee Red
  • Black convertible top with matching top boot
  • Chromed toothy grille and signature front-fender Ventiports (portholes)
  • Kelsey-Hayes wire wheels with wide whitewall tires
  • Dual chrome mirrors

Interior

  • Orange-red leather upholstery with matching carpets
  • Power steering, power brakes, power windows, power top, and power antenna — all functioning properly
  • Sonomatic AM radio
  • Electric clock

Suspension & Chassis

  • Beneficiary of a body-off restoration
  • Chassis painted black
  • Floor pans finished in body color
  • California car with no corrosion issues

Additional Info

  • 1 of only 5,558 Century Convertibles built for 1955
  • Complete restoration, presented in immaculate show-winning condition
  • The “lightweight” Century paired with Buick’s most powerful engine of the year
  • California Highway Patrol purchased 270 Centuries for 1955 — the only year Buicks served the fleet
  • Turn-key and ready to be enjoyed, needing nothing

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Ended On: 08/10/2026 at 3:02 pm EDT
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  • BudTheSpudd says:

    Amazing car and restoration. I had a ’55 Century Riviera…

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