Types of Buick Cars
Buick is a division of General Motors and was founded in 1899 by automotive pioneer David Dunbar Buick. Buick became one of the first marques of American automobiles and was responsible for establishing General Motors. The Buick company has been producing high-quality cars and is one of the largest in the world. There are several types of Buick cars, including the Roadmaster convertible and the Enclave. Here’s a look at each of these types.
LeSabre
The first generation of the Buick LeSabre was a rear-drive six-passenger car. This car featured a longitude-mounted front engine and a separate body-on-frame construction. In 1977, the first downsized generation of the LeSabre was introduced, and in 1979, GM switched to front-wheel-drive unit-body construction. The car dropped the hardtop two-doors and four-doors, and instead offered pillared body styles.
Roadmaster convertible
The 1949 Buick Roadmaster is an elegant and comfortable car that’s the epitome of 1950s Americana. Its design, including its hood that clanks like a manhole cover and doors that close solidly, is reminiscent of heightened Americana from a time long past. Although it’s been restored sympathetically, the Roadmaster retains many of its original ideas and features. For example, the Roadmaster’s power windows and seat are still functional.
Enclave
The Buick Enclave offers ample space inside, and its upscale interior features an 8.0-inch touchscreen infotainment system. The dashboard’s user-friendly interface is easy to navigate, and the system includes features like wireless smartphone charging and a Wi-Fi hotspot. The Enclave has three trim levels, including the Essence and the Premium. The Premium model adds a hands-free liftgate, massaging front seats, and an eight-inch display in the center of the dashboard. It also has a nice instrument cluster screen.
Encore crossover
The Buick Encore is a smaller crossover version of the full-size Enclave. The Encore was designed for young upwardly mobile couples and the empty-nesters of the world. It has been updated every year to stay competitive in this small crossover utility vehicle segment. The Encore is one of several Buick vehicles that will make a good choice for a family. The vehicle is available in a variety of colors and offers an extensive selection of features and accessories.
LaCrosse sedan
The 2017 Buick LaCrosse sedan comes in four different trim levels, including the base model, Premium, Preferred, and Essence. The base LaCrosse sedan is priced at $33,000 and looks just as luxurious as the Premium. The LaCrosse sedan is based on the Avenir concept car, which first wowed the car world at the 2015 North American International Auto Show in Detroit. It is lighter than its predecessor and features character lines running from the hood to the rear haunches.
Riviera
The Buick Riviera was a mid-1970s luxury car built by General Motors. The Riviera was shortened from the larger Buick models, and had a shorter wheelbase (117 inches). Founder and designer Bill Mitchell wanted a special car that was a cross between a Ferrari and Rolls Royce, with precise handling and lively performance. The new Riviera had a cruciform frame and a smaller engine and transmission than most American cars, and met his criteria.
Skylark
The Buick Skylark was a 50th anniversary special model introduced in 1953. The car was a low-slung luxury convertible, with a 5.3 L Nailhead V8 engine mounted in the front. The rear wheels were driven by the rear axle. This design was the first of its kind and set a new standard for high-performance cars. It was also a first for a Buick car.
