1962 Buick Electra 225

2dr Sport Coupe

8-cyl. 401cid/325hp 4bbl

#1 Concours condition#1 Concours
#2 Excellent condition#2 Excellent
#3 Good condition#3 Good

$16,700 CAD*

+4.4%
#4 Fair condition#4 Fair
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1961-1964 Buick Electra 225 stats
Highest sale
$95,513 CAD
Lowest sale
$1,643 CAD
Most recent sale
$20,356 CAD
Sales
118

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Model overview

Model description

The 1961 Buick Electra was quite changed from the year prior. The wheelbase was about a third of an inch shorter, windshields were all-new and no longer wrap-around, and bodies and rooflines were virtually all-new. Anything even remotely resembling tailfins was also gone. Styling resembled the B-body LeSabre, but with the Electra based on the larger C-body (shared with Cadillac), it was obvious to all but the most casual observer that this was the top-of-the-line, and the four portholes on the front fenders also gave notice of its rank ahead of the three seen on the LeSabre, Invicta and all-new Special.

The 401 V-8 engine that was introduced for 1959 continued with the same 325 hp, but this was more than adequate. Buick’s own Variable Pitch Dynaflow automatic, known by 1961 as the Twin-Turbine automatic, was the smoothest in the business. Power of the massive 401 engine was not blunted but enhanced by the now perfected transmission. There was no fear about stopping, either, with Buick’s famous steel lined finned aluminum drum brakes.

For 1961, the Buick Electra was sold in four-door sedan (the best seller), hardtop coupe and hardtop sedan, while the even more upscale Electra 225 was sold in Riviera hardtop sedan and convertible coupe. The 225 Riviera hardtop sedan came within 99 units of being the best seller.

For 1962, the “base” Buick Electra was dropped and the Electra 225 soldiered on. The styling was cleaned up and made to look even more elegant and modern. The four-window, four-door hardtop was the best seller, with the six-window right behind it.

The 1963 cars were re-skinned and re-roofed, with new windshields which had finally lost any vestige of wrap-around kink at the bottom edges. The 401 engine remained the only choice, with body choices being the same as 1963. The “Riviera” nomenclature for the four-door hardtop disappeared, having been transferred to the all-new personal luxury coupe introduced that same year.

For 1964, the cars were given a new frontal styling, as well as two changes under the hood. First, the Riviera 425 V-8 became optional in the Electra 225, with a choice of 340 or 360 hp. Next, the Dynaflow-derived Twin-Turbine automatic became history after the introduction of an all-new 3-speed automatic called Super-Turbine 400.

Vehicle specifications

  • Vehicle Length220.1 in
  • Wheelbase - Inches126 in
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Common Questions

The value of a 1962 Buick Electra 225 can vary greatly depending on its condition, mileage, options, and history. Typically, you can expect to pay around $12,675 USD for a 1962 Buick Electra 225 in good condition with average spec.

The highest selling price of a 1962 Buick Electra 225 at auction over the last three years was $73,548 CAD. The highest prices are usually reserved for rare or exceptionally well-maintained examples with desirable features or modifications and excellent history.

The lowest selling price of a 1962 Buick Electra 225 at auction over the last three years was $20,356 CAD. The lowest prices are usually paid for examples that have extensive maintenance needs, differ greatly from their original configuration, or have accident histories or title problems.

In the last three years there have been 2 1962 Buick Electra 225s sold at public auction.

The most recent auction sale of a 1962 Buick Electra 225 was $20,356 CAD on August 22, 2024 by Bring a Trailer.

Many factors can increase a car's value including excellent condition, exceptional originality, a recent restoration, low mileage, unique provenance, desirable options, popular or unique color choices, and excellent maintenance records. Upgrades and modifications that enhance performance or aesthetics can also add value.

Factors that can decrease a car's value include unusually high mileage, poor maintenance history, visible wear and tear, accidents or damage, title issues, and gaps in ownership history. Additionally, less popular color choices and extensive modifications that don't appeal to a broad audience can reduce value.

Mileage plays a significant role in a classic car’s value. Lower mileage usually increases value because it indicates a higher degree of originality, is rarer, and suggests less wear and tear. However, cars with exceptionally low mileage may also have maintenance needs due to lack of use. Whether someone should pay more for a vehicle with lower miles will depend on how they plan on using it, and the vehicle's specific condition.

The value of modified cars differs widely based on the type and quality of modifications. While some modifications can significantly increase value, especially performance enhancements and high-quality custom work, others may not add much or could even detract from the car’s value if they appeal to only a limited audience.

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