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The presented lot
Buick, one of the oldest automobile “Buick Eight” or “Super Eight” due to
brands in the world and the longest- exudes post-war the engraving on its grille. The Super
standing American marque still in was built on GM’s new C-body platform,
operation, was founded in 1899 by American elegance with shared with the Roadmaster but with
automotive pioneer David Dunbar its sweeping design and a shorter wheelbase, 5 inches smaller
Buick. It played a pivotal role in the in length. Despite this, its interior was
establishment of General Motors (GM) iconic chrome accents. spacious enough to comfortably seat
in 1908, with William C. Durant, GM’s six adults, offering a sedan-like cabin.
founder, having been Buick’s general A symbol of Buick’s
manager and a key investor. Today, Buick commitment to style The presented 1949 Buick Super Sedanet,
is positioned as a premium automobile finished in a stunning canary yellow
brand, offering luxury vehicles that sit and comfort, it offers hue, features an abundance of chrome
below the flagship Cadillac division. detailing, including the iconic chrome-
a refined and spacious ringed “Venti-Ports”—a signature design
The Buick Super, produced from 1940 to driving experience element that has endured to this day
1958, is a full-sized automobile designed and has been widely imitated by other
with an emphasis on passenger comfort manufacturers. In 1949, Buick used
rather than engine performance. For the Venti-Ports to distinguish between
several years, it was referred to as the models, with the Super receiving three on
