1967 Buick Electra 225

[@ANACAD]

It's in His Kiss by Betty Everett?

[@What.its.like.]

That's what it is =) congratulations you got it.

[@HelpingHand-ic4wt]

@@What.its.like. is it in his embrace? No that's just his ar'm Funniest song ever!

[@ernielaw]

@@HelpingHand-ic4wt There was also 'One Kiss For Old Time Sake'

[@ANACAD]

The reason I used a question mark was because I wasn't sure if it was the Betty Everett version or the "Shoop Shoop" Cher version. But that's what it is!

[@What.its.like.]

Haha I used the original

[@jamesstuart3346]

Not to mention that this was The Golden Age Of Car Brochures

[@What.its.like.]

Personally I think the golden age was from 1920-sometime in the 60s watercolor realism I absolutely love the old ads 67 Buick ads are great but somewhere around 1964 they started doing dark high contrast, not sure what it's called but that's what I'm calling it and that lasted for a while

[@jamesstuart3346]

@@What.its.like. It was also the Golden Age Of Slide Film which was highly contrasty and very dramatic

[@trudygreer2491]

Suzy Parker sure looked fabulous..!

[@TOMAS-lh4er]

My uncle bought that car when I was a teen ager, Great car !!!

[@jeffpurtell5676]

It's amazing to see a brand new one in 2024. Had no idea there was so much detail. THIS is why it's so important to keep original cars original.

[@What.its.like.]

I love showing all the lines and overlooked details I think it's one thing that really sets this channel apart

[@mkernen]

@@What.its.like. Agreed - look forward to every video!

[@ernielaw]

As well as keeping the mileage low.

[@roberthamrick2580]

Buick of that era were excellent! Like riding in your living room.

[@What.its.like.]

I had a town car like that sport seats are over rated

[@David-zw6gq]

I can vouch for the condition of this car. 2003 was the 100th anniversary of Buick. The Buick Club of America held a Centennial celebration in Flint, Michigan. Buicks from all over the world were on display. This particular Electra Limited was for sale in the car corral section of the swap meet. I remember it was advertised as having @ 300 original miles then, so the car must of been put back into storage for the last 21 years. The car was up on a trailer, so I was able to get a good look at the undercarriage, and it was as immaculate as the rest of the car. Truly a museum worthy automobile.

[@What.its.like.]

Thank you so much for your testimonial on this car it means a lot I personally would love to know the story of why so little miles There was another person that posted that said that it must've had a full restoration job but there's no evidence of that. It looks like a good original car

[@richardwarren7492]

@@What.its.like. That car either has more miles OR someone sat in it a lot. Take a close look at the drivers armrest, there is a pretty good dent in the upholstery from someone's elbow. That doesn't happen in 372 miles.

[@ernielaw]

I believe that Electra has been stored , not restored.!!

[@machpodfan]

372 miles?? That's is truly wild...what an unearthed gem, and what a gorgeous classic land yacht she is. Great post, Jay.

[@What.its.like.]

Crazy right

[@JamesSmith-ph7sp]

How the cucumber's can it have 400 miles.

[@What.its.like.]

Someone got it and never drove it I've encountered a 1975ish corvette that had 19 miles on it guy bought it went to war never came home no one else touched it or drive it

[@DavidHall-ge6nn]

What a BEAUTIFUL car!!! My great uncle Roland had a '67 Electra 225 coupe (silver with a black top and interior) that I lusted after. I wasn't of driving age, but he'd let me move that boat around the driveway whenever I waxed it for him, which I found plenty excuses to do trust me. He always overpaid me ridiculously. I loved that wonderful, generous, kind man and miss him to this day.

[@allenwayne2033]

That's a great memory to have and share!

[@What.its.like.]

Thank you so much for sharing your memories of your uncle he seemed like a really cool caring guy =) sorry for the late response I had a crazy day yesterday

[@jameshigh6481]

This is my era of cars. I'd love to see more of these 1965 - 1975 gems!

[@AJ67901]

'67 is one of my favorite years for the Electra. They were so simple, yet elegant. I especially liked the wheel covers. This rare Limited trim is really a great example.

[@johngalt97]

I put some '67 Electra wheel covers on my '96 Roadmaster, and they look great!

[@nelsonmajor2079]

I wouldn’t say so simple!! Have you watched the video with all the details in the doors and interior?😢

[@JohnB-bq2ip]

This 1967 Buick Electra 225 is an amazing time capsule! Current automobile manufacturers will never be able to match the seating comfort or duplicate the ride comfort which is now lacking in cars today. If this car turned onto your street in the evening, you knew immediately what it was just by lights and the distinct silhouette. Thanks for the Great Memories! Oh... and despite the size of this automobile, we didn't need cameras while backing-up these museum pieces, we knew how to navigate these gorgeous works of art!

[@danielestrada1850]

What a gorgeous big girl. I really hope she finds the best-caring home possible.

[@What.its.like.]

I reached out to Adam from rare classic cars never heard anything back he would be the perfect owner

[@danielestrada1850]

@@What.its.like. He sure would. Maybe Jay Leno?

[@freemarketjoe9869]

My first car, in 1982, for 200.00 dollars, a 1967 red Buick Electra 225 convertible. White top w real rear tinted glass window. Red leather, tilt steering, A.M./F.M. flip dial radio, A.C. electric tinted glass windows, bias ply tires, in mint condition. Everywhere I went, It drew an appreciative crowd, more than any other car I ever owned. I just loved that gorgeous front end.

[@kennethanway7979]

Electra for the win!

[@What.its.like.]

Sweet touch down

[@jamesjustin-n6m]

We called it a deuce and a quarter in the seventies. Another great video Jay Thanks!

[@fob1xxl]

This is when buying a Buick was like getting a different Cadillac design. They were luxury.

[@What.its.like.]

Totally agree I was contemplating on putting this in luxury car playlist but it is a luxury car

[@Vegaswill714]

In 1967 I thought of the Electra 225 as an old man car. Now I like it. Don't know what to think about that.

[@What.its.like.]

Designs just like music grow over time I wasn't a fan of the who I really like them now

[@martyharless5097]

You're not getting old, you're getting seasoned.

[@johnnystage1]

Most beautiful car of 1967. High quality and precision assembly. Fast too for a big boat, 0-60 in 7 seconds! Dad and mom had a coupe, I love the styling to this day.

[@What.its.like.]

1967. Seems like it was a great year for cars as well as music. What a great year that I wasn't around for lol

[@danielbennion80]

Wow, this is dejavu, watching this! My parents had a '67 Electra 225. It wasn't the Limited, but it had a lot of the bells and whistles. It seemed that the styling was ahead of its time and the car continued to look stylish into te mid '70s. It rivaled my dad's '60 Cadillac in many ways. But the memories and experiences of that car ate over the top. The 430 engine was incredibly powerful, to say the least. While it's true that it was so long that it seemed to take 200 yards to make a lane change, the gliding ride and air shocks made it more like being in flight rather than being on the ground. I wish I could afford to buy this one shown. First thing I'd do is put some mileage on it. It's a total shame for such a nice car not to have been used and driven in the time of its debut. Parking lots and spaces are much smaller now and gasoline prices are much higher now, making the car impractical as a daily driver. So it becomes an a show car, taking up a whole lot of time, attention and space. What a waste!

[@SteveLinney-w8q]

I had a 68 ragtop fully restored it drove it for years 430 big block ran like a dream many trips on our coast hwy thank you Jay nice trip down memory lane !!!

[@What.its.like.]

Awesome thank you so much for sharing your car with us =) happy this video could bring back those memories

[@jeffpurtell5676]

These were beautiful Buicks. My grandparents had one.

[@mattskustomkreations]

Jay, I really appreciate your “I’m willing to learn” attitude. And I’m a Boomer trapped in a Gen X body. Best looking cars and best sounding music came from ‘67-‘72.

[@What.its.like.]

Yes and I'm into early 60s music as well.. =) I'm into a lot of different music not so much rap or indie tho

[@allenwayne2033]

enjoy that Gen X body while you can Dude! (coming from a boomer)

[@mattskustomkreations]

@@allenwayne2033 💯

[@OldRustySteele]

That’s better than being a Boomer in a “Greatest Generation” body! I know a couple of them!

[@charleshamilton9274]

My dad was a “Buick guy.” In ‘67, I think he had a Wildcat. It was a coupe if I remember correctly. In ‘69 he bought an Electra 225 Limited. It was a sedan, white with a white brocade interior. (By then my sister and I were older and I don’t think he was too concerned about the light-colored interior.) He bought a new car every two years but that white Buick took us to the Grand Canyon and WDW. I recall it was very dependable.

[@johnhowardesq]

I had a 68 lesabre in high school. My brother made me sell it, and he bought me a Cougar ragtop. The Buick was a great-driving, comfy car. It had a better engine. Great review here. No problems!

[@What.its.like.]

There was one correction I said 1999 was last year for the Buick Electra it was 1991 I said the wrong year I'm dyslexic it happens lol

[@hcombs0104]

For WYR, it’s the Electra 225 both times. Good Lord, what a beautiful specimen. 372 original miles seems unbelievable. The original owner must have been an old guy who either passed away soon after buying it, or had to stop driving and didn’t have the heart to sell it. “I’ll be back on the road again…some day.” Fun morbid fact. Sex bomb Jayne Mansfield died in a Buick Electra 225. In 1967. Only hers was a 1966 model borrowed from Gus Stevens’ wife so she could make an appearance at a TV station in New Orleans. Getting a glimpse of how big that back seat is it’s more understandable how her kids…put in the back seat…survived with relatively minor injuries.

[@hillbilly4christ638]

That motor made some good power. Imagine driving a two door convertible today.

[@mjmeadowsaz]

My first car was a 67 225 convertible. Loved that car and the memories.

[@quintinbrown5144]

Stories to tell living proof engineering mathematics

[@cliffordporter9086]

Buick every time! This is one classy car! ❤

[@gssher6743]

This was a very nicely styled car! Back then, there was beauty and artistry in the cars. Please keep the great videos coming. I'd love to see a '65 or '66 Cadillac video. Thanks!!

[@stephenchudds9392]

I sketched that Limited and sent it to Flint. Spud Wasson Buick Pontiac called my mother when unloaded in Delphi.

[@timothysotelo3868]

They were called Deuce and Quarter in my area. In the late 70s you could buy these for 700 bucks

[@johnsherman6718]

...they were called that a "Duece and a Quarter" in Wisconsin/Chicago area too!🏆

[@stephenholland5930]

Wow, what a machine! Thanks for showing this old sled, Jay.

[@danielthoman7324]

67 Electra 225 Limited was the Epitome of a "Luxury" car.

[@What.its.like.]

That example was great

[@briankeenan4901]

I would choose the 225. My best friend's dad had the identical car you show. It was gorgeous.

[@What.its.like.]

Awesome this car in silver is a great color it showcases all the lines

[@JefferyHall-ct2tr]

Hi Jay! What a super Buick! If someone wanted to buy a "brand new" 1967 Buick, this would be the one! Bill Mitchell really crafted the look of the GM cars of the 1960's. That was a golden era for GM styling, I would say. Pretty much all of the GM cars from, say 1962-1969 were really good looking cars, in my opinion. WYR One. . .Buick. Two. . .Going to go Chrysler on that one (gotta give Elwood Engle some love!)

[@What.its.like.]

Agree with great insight and information. Great choices as well.

[@P_RO_]

372 miles is near showroom new with a few test drives on it. It even looks like it had the original tires on it, which would be super-rare. And from that low angle you can definitely see Marlin-like styling at the rear corners. Missed seeing the underhood and trunk shots. The 225 was the approximate length in inches for all the years they made an Electra 225. These were huge land yachts which floated along the road while 'lesser' cars you got to feel all the bumps in the road. These needed premium leaded fuel to avoid spark knock, and anything less than 98 octane wouldn't do unless you retarded the ignition timing. That can be a big issue with these older high compression engines as today's unleaded premium gas just ain't quite good enough on it's own. I had that problem with my 66 Wildcat's 401, loved that car. The "X" frame was also known as a 'crucifiom' frame which originally was touted for strength and rigidity, however the body contributed a lot to that and they did twist at the center where they had to let the driveshaft pass through. It was about this time that Federal safety mandates began, requiring front seat belts, padded dashes, and steering columns which didn't poke through chests in a frontal crash. They also fought against the then-popular "W" shaped front ends and bumpers, claiming that those shapes would drag a pedestrian into the car instead of pushing them outward and away. That's why that style went away. WYR is hard to choose. The Olds is awesome but the Caddy is a Caddy so... Give me the Olds anyway. They were on par with the Caddy's back then. I'm a big AMC fan too, but "Wouldn't you really rather have a Buick?" Yes I would.

[@MrAudienceMember2662015]

The hint of that center line crease in the trunk lid. Very understated.

[@Izzymohammed1]

Thank you jay. Love the channel. I’m from Sydney Australia. 👏👏❤️🙏🇦🇺🇦🇺

[@What.its.like.]

Thank you so much for watching welcome to this awesome car community

[@blackamore1826]

When I was a little boy in Detroit play we stayed on one corner on Lamont Street the Mitchell stayed on the opposite corner Mr Mitchell had one of these exactly like that Mint Condition used to sit in the garage and me and his son would just go sit in it just be amazed Thanks for the Memories

[@randyfitz8310]

My grandfather bought one new - the first car I remember him buying. Though he was born 118 years ago and gone about 17 years already, I think I still can find a reference to its purchase date and price in a notebook.

[@mkernen]

The Electra 225 in both scenarios. It's beautiful!!!

[@What.its.like.]

Sweet choices =)

[@erickort1987]

buick big cars are so beautiful..the 71 buick riv is my favorate,the interior seats looks so comfy

[@martyharless5097]

I had a 1971 GS 455 Skylark body. I could drive that thing all day long it was so comfortable.

[@artheis1342]

What a beautiful car it was, I am a mid-baby boomer and i remember them. We had a 67 Vista Cruiser. I remember owners would have to put a plastic trim molding on the bottom belt line or it would be demolished with paint chips and dings in the parking lot if you didn't. Many dealerships added it as an option. It just stuck out too far, but the coke bottle look was fabulous otherwise.

[@davidreed3165]

My Grand Dad had a silver one like was featured. Looked exactly like it. You didn’t ride in it, you floated. It was huge.

[@automatedelectronics6062]

This vintage of the Buick Electra 225 used the same "C" body platform as Cadillac and the Olds 98. 1967 was the last year of the Super Turbine automatic transmissions with a variable pitch torque converter. Available in the 3-speed 400 version or the 2-speed 300 version. This car has the S.T. 400. This type of variable pitch torque converter was a leftover from the flight-pitch non-shifting Dynaflow automatic. As both the S.T. 400 and 300 had taller than normal 1st gears, the variable pitch feature gave the transmission an extra boost off the line. It also gave an extra boost at full throttle. It was controlled by a 3-position switch in the throttle linkage. At closed throttle, the variable pitch was engaged. At cruising, the variable pitch was disengaged. Under full throttle variable pitch was again engaged. The 400 automatics got different oil pans and filters for 1968. The variable pitch torque converter was discontinued for 1968. As both the 400 and 300 had electrical kickdown, the switch in the fuel linkage remained, using a 1-prong case electrical connector. In comparison, to show the benefit of the variable pitch torque converter, a 1967 Buick Electra 225, with it's 430-4 V8 could easily out-accelerate any 1967 Cadillac with a 429 V8 and leave it in the dust. The Caddy 429 was a bit lower in horsepower but had a slightly higher torque rating. Engine torque is what gets the vehicle moving and can pin you to the seat during hard acceleration. The 1967 Caddy was stodgy looking. Buicks looked a bit strange. The Olds 98 was the most modern and sleek looking, so I would choose it.

[@What.its.like.]

Thank you so much for sharing that info and insight

[@danielbennion80]

I remember my parents' Electra having the 430, but with the THM400 transmission.

[@automatedelectronics6062]

@@danielbennion80 Buick had the 430 V8 through 1969. In 1968, the feature that made the 400 a Super Turbine transmission, the variable pitch stator in the torque converter, was discontinued. At this point, the former S.T. 400 became the TH 400. Therefore, a 1968 or 69 Buick with a 430 V8 had the TH400 automatic. No matter the designation of the 400 automatic, all through 1967 had a heel protrusion in the oil pan, due to the long and narrow filter they used. In 1968, all 400 automatics came with a flat bottom oil pan because the filter was now a floating flat filter. This filter, unchanged, has been used ever since in the 400. Any Buick which has the heel-type oil pan has the S.T. 400, 1964-67.

[@johngalt97]

'Switch-pitch' is more accurate, as it had two states, on/off. Drag racers like those switch-pitch TC's. The Dynaflow transmission was also known as slush-o-matic.

[@automatedelectronics6062]

@@johngalt97 Yep. 'Switch-pitch' is more accurate. The TQ stator vanes have only 2 positions, so the pitch is one way or the other, no in-between. As in all Torque Converter or fluid coupling transmissions, the variable(like CVT) is totally there. The moveable stator vanes only help with initial start-up from a stop or in passing mode. In racing, I'm not aware of using a torque converter. The racing automatic transmissions I've seen and built have what is known as a 'button coupler', connecting the crankshaft of the engine to the input shaft of the automatic transmission.To allow the engine to run while the transmission is in gear, we would install a fluid pressure dump valve connected to a clutch pedal. When the driver is ready to go, the driver lets up on the clutch pedal.

[@thestevedoughtyshow27]

My mom and dad had a 67 225, it was blue on black 4 door hard top. It got rear ended parked in front of our house. It bent in half. My dad was pissed, he loved that car.

[@What.its.like.]

I'm sorry that happened, but everyone was ok?? Cars can be replaced people can't

[@thestevedoughtyshow27]

@What.its.like. the car was parked at the time, no one was in it.

[@What.its.like.]

That's good

[@thestevedoughtyshow27]

@@What.its.like. Not if you had seen my dad's face.

[@allenwayne2033]

@@thestevedoughtyshow27 That same thing happened to a friends' 68 Bonneville convertible. It got rear-ended while parked on the street and folded in half too! He cried, and I sure don't blame him!

[@robertdurber8370]

A car guy (person) always wants to see the engine and engine bay. With a low mileage car like that it would be interesting to see up into the wheel wells too hear the horn. Just saying but nice vid otherwise. Of course, you probably couldn’t start the car but the exhaust note 🎵 is something wonderful to hear from a big ‘60s V-8 as well ✅

[@hhvictor2462]

I've ridden in cars like that way back in the day. Sitting in the back seat was like sitting in the living room couch.

[@ragtopdeluxezl1]

The Deuce and a quarter for both WYR but the Olds 98 is similar... The Cadillac is the entry level version with crank windows and such... Thanks again Jay!

[@55cleon]

WOW!! 372 Actual Miles. My Grandfather Had Three Iterations Of The Electra, Amongst Many Other Cars. This Video Was Nostalgic For Me 🤷🏿‍♂️.

[@MisterMikeTexas]

I wish I had Adam's money! (Rare Classic Cars And Automotive History) 😢 I would have a garage full of mid to late 60s land yachts.

[@What.its.like.]

I wish I had more money in general to buy some cool cars

[@risenfromthepyre]

My first car I owned was a 1968 Buick Le Sabre in the early 1980's I got from an old man. Bought it for 350 bucks. Had a dent on one side and the heat didn't work in its first cold winter but the 350 4 barrel carb was a beast and it got me back and forth to my job at Abraham and Strauss (A&S)

[@howebrad4601]

Your videos are just fine. Different style than other reviewers and i appreciate all the close up detail views. Your camera work and narration is getting more fine tuned as well as time goes on

[@tigre7739]

These are some of the most beautiful auto designs ever imo! I rode in one of these models, as well as a '68 model many times when I was very young. Both were only a few years old at the time, and I still remember the smooth and powerful feeling ride. It was awesome to me at that age, usually being alone in the backseats most of the time, and having all that space to move around and play in even, a time before seatbelt requirements of course 😊. This one would be a dream to own, I'd pick it both times, even though I love the Cadillacs, my favorite model years of those would be the '65, '66 Always cool ads!😎🤟

[@tonywhite2567]

A friend of mine used to drive one we call it the Deuce and a quarter

[@denislandry7577]

The car is like new !wow , well done Jay

[@What.its.like.]

I know right

[@31847448]

My sister had a perfect one metallic blue with fancy fabric seats. All power !

[@paulcheek5711]

better than anything today. a REAL car

[@What.its.like.]

Totally agree I have a 52 Chevy truck that's getting a bit ratty.. I'll have to redo it but my daughter was like why don't you get rid of this and get a new truck?? I told her no thanks I wanted a REAL truck they don't really make real trucks anymore ( they make suv that look like trucks, and the new 1 tons cost more than my house just not worth it)

[@arnesahlen2704]

Of that Buick era '65-'70, this year is my favourite due to 1] classiest grille & headlights, 2] true SWEEPspear (not ramrod straight as on '69-70) and 3] no side marker lights hence cleaner flanks.

[@toddbonin6926]

WYR 1) Oldsmobile (just prefer the brand) WYR 2) The Ambassador (because I love AMC … and that’s a car I would actually purchase if I could) However, this Buick is a magnificent specimen. Loved the episode!!!

[@What.its.like.]

I really wanna cover an ambassador from around this era before the year is over hoping Hershey has one =) Great choices

[@danap2766]

Hi Jay- another interesting video- brings back some memories! I'd choose (and did) choose the Electra in "would you rather". I have owned 23 cars, but a lot of them were during the 70s when I was in my teens and 20s. Old clunkers tbh that I kept for a year at most. Rust belt cars, one of which was a 67 Electra 225 convertible-white with a tan top and interior. It looked great at 20 feet but was bondo-ed all over. It did run and ride beautifully but needed that 25-gallon tank and thirstily drank premium fuel. The term "boat" was apt, because with the top down, you did feel like you were in one. With soft springs and the massive Buick torque, when you accelerated hard the front rose, the tail dipped, and a rumble came out of the back... It would move nicely for a 4500lb car. Sadly, rust did it in.

[@What.its.like.]

Awesome thank you so much for sharing those memories

[@mr50sagain55]

Exceptional video, Jay!...one of those cars where you just want to keep replaying the “after show”!!...these cars were mechanically way better than their paint jobs…a co-worker in the mid-80’s drove one to work with really bad blue faded paint …everyone made fun of the car and speculated as to what message he was trying to send to upper management…he didn’t care!!!

[@What.its.like.]

Awesome except for the fading paint

[@Nunofurdambiznez]

L O V E that Buick - absolutely gorgeous!!

[@Jhines73]

I owned a 67' Deuce back in the early 70' after my college days. The second best vehicle owned after a 66 Mustang.

[@brianhayes7618]

You should have shown us the engine and the trunk compartment

[@dickbiggerstaff5729]

Minus the bodies hidden there.

[@paulcheek5711]

some many great cars in 1967

[@What.its.like.]

1967 was a great year for cars and music

[@61rampy65]

Remember the days when Buick, Olds, Pontiac, Chevy and Cadillac all looked different from one another? That Buick is what they mean when they say "It's as big as a Buick!" While I'm not a fan of land yachts, that car would be the ultimate for cross-country cruising in style, comfort, and luxury. Who cared about gas when it was $0.25/ gallon? Cool video, Jay! WYR= none of the above, but the Buick or Olds would be OK. Especially f they only had 372 miles on them!

[@thestevedoughtyshow27]

@@61rampy65 96 octane was 35 cents a gallon. The owners manual called for it.

[@kirkehoagg5905]

You do a great job looking at the car and describing the Design!

[@What.its.like.]

Thank you =)

[@luisvelasco316]

I have always failed to understand the attraction of a car someone bought, THEN NEVER DROVE! I'm more impressed by a car with reasonable mileage that is extremely well-maintained and looks almost new, than by a car that has fewer miles than new cars I've taken delivery of (but still manages to have a door ding...). I'm also more impressed by a great original driver than by a super restored trailer queen, but I don't fault people who love the restored car; just personal preference. The car hobby is a big tent.

[@What.its.like.]

I have no idea why people buy cars and store them I drive all my stuff I have that 52 Chevy 1 ton and I drive it if I need a truck that's my truck I had a 67 mustang between the ages of 21-25 I guess it's been ten years now and I drove that to work every other day and I worked 25 miles away one way lol loved getting that car on the freeway what an exhaust note

[@ryanelectra225]

Stunning car. Dash has real wood, also a Cold light.

[@anthonymcintye639]

Nice car my grandpa once had one

[@tremec6]

The craftsmanship of this car is so fine, detailed, and upscale, you would have wondered if the MSRP was adequate.

[@asteverino8569]

I'm looking through my 1960's eyes. How things looked then. That generation of Buick grills seemed nothing special. The Electra had a great rear end though. The full length taillight made the car, while the grill made it look like the other Buicks. Anyway it did have size and trim, plus a great interior. Growing up, my dad was a home appraiser. So we got a new car every 2 to 3 years. All Fords or Chevys and a Buick in there. It was in the same generation as this Electra. Our own family car was modest. It was nice to have an option for driving. I'm speaking for my parents there. Haha Thanks. PS Speaking for myself we called the two low gears, low 2 and low 1. 🤷🏼‍♂️

[@beaumac1950]

I truly love your verbal descriptive verbiage … EXCELLENT 🏆🏆🏆

[@SummitHill79]

Would want the Buick all day long

[@joeseeking3572]

Growing up as a small child - but into cars even then - a retired couple down the street had a pair of these: one was a 67-68 and the other a 69-70. Too young to tell the difference then. They had a very nice rancher backing to woods with actual landscaping; didn't know that word then either, but it was unusual in what was then probably an entry level middle class neighborhood. Loved the 'swoopiness' of the bodysides, and think then as now I preferred the earlier design with its flowing sweepspear over the continuous diving hook line of the facelifted version. WYR: for me in both cases the Electra. Side note: the X frame was in full line use by 1958 and lasted through 64 - and yes, the Riv was an outlier lasting until 70. It was not their best idea, but it allowed them to lower the car, which, especially for the 59s was seen as very important. As for improvements with no specifics - I think you could stand a little study of design language to improve your styling analysis. Starting with some basic terms for the elements (you got sail panel though!), then you'd be able to venture into theory and context. Just a thought.

[@What.its.like.]

Thank you so much for sharing those memories =) I got to get better at vocabulary it's something that still needs work it didn't help I didn't feel good that day I shot this maybe a week before going to auburn I did five cars that day =) ( which isn't a lot this was the last one 1956 continental mark II 1956 dodge royal 1926 dodge 1967 Buick Electra 225 And a Hudson big boy the other two will be coming eventually)

[@scooterdover2771]

Great job Jay! I would take the Cadillac and the Buick.

[@jamescarrington5521]

I've ALWAYS loved a big Buick Electra!! My first one was a 1978 Buick Electra, Park Ave. trim level, but my parents had a '74 225. My first brand new Electra was the last one, the 1990 Buick Electra Park Ave....ALL were exceptional cars! They were known as "baby Cadillacs," and that was absolutely true! In fact, it was a much better value for the money than a damned Cadillac!

[@keithstudly6071]

If you look at the front bumper it has bolt heads showing, the rear bumper has no bolt heads. For years the big Buicks and Caddys didn't have bolt heads on the bumpers. The front end on the Electra looks identical to the LeSaber and Wildcat and the rear was Electra only which I would guess is why they spent extra to hide the bumper bolts. They were likely going cheaper on the LeSaber and Wildcat and wanted to use the same bumper on all three cars. The interior looks very much like my family's LaSaber 340 Custom except for the electric windows and door locks. The steering wheel was different and strangely the Electra seemed plainer. The LeSaber Custom had a rectangular horn button that went from the rim to the center of the middle spoke. The left and right spokes were plane. Another thing worth mention was the driver's rear view mirror. The Electra in this video had to be adjusted directly by hand. The LeSaber Custom had a remotely adjusted mirror with a joystick on the door panel. You would think the Electra would get all the best stuff but the LeSaber came out better on a few things. One thing I cannot agree with is the steering wheel. Every time I drove one of these I felt like I was grabbing a wire coat hanger when I wrapped my hands around that skinny steering wheel!

[@ernielaw]

For 1967 the Electra shared its grill with the LeSabre, but the Wildcat had its own grill.

[@kennethanway7979]

The want is strong!

[@bparksiii6171]

One of my favorite Buicks, if you didn't want a Cadillac this is the car to get. Old neighbor had a blue 67 or 68 225 Limited blue with black interior and top. Rear fender blades similar to a Marlin and Classic. First pick 67 Electra Limited, second 67 Imperial Crown coupe.

[@jeffpurtell5676]

Hard choice.

[@TK-ol6hj]

Duce and a quarter was one fine auto mobile best Buick they ever made

[@draggonsgate]

I was going to wow everyone with my trivia knowledge, but glad I checked first. Jayne Mansfield was killed in a '66 Electra... Buick had such handsome cars. My grampa bought gramma a '65 Fury wagon in '66 to replace her dying '59 Invicta. (He was a MOPARman) She drove it for 2 months and told him she wanted a Buick wagon or she would stop grocery shopping... LOL... It was gorgeous! Dark green w/ tan interior. Beautiful car this Electra is! I just wish it had a hood ornament 🙂 All bigguns back then were thirsty! WYR: 1) Buick 2) Buick!

[@markchapmon8670]

I had a 67 Buick GS 340. Yep, the GS 400 had a 340, 4 barrel sibling and mine was pretty nice for my taste.

[@socksumi]

Very good value for the mint condition and age.

[@ojbarberena7090]

Beautiful 225. You'd think the dealer would let you park it in a nice setting for the video.

[@What.its.like.]

Hahaha

[@iket.9930]

I had a 68 225 until the engine blew on the Oakland-Bay bridge on I-80 one sweltering summer evening. My other 225 was a 62 2dr HT with every option including power vent windows, A/C, tilt wheel (it must have been a late build because tilt wasn't mentioned in the 62 options list) and the extremely rare white leather and bucket seats interior. I paid $1,500 for it in 1988, drove it for 8 years then sold it for over three times what I paid for it to a car museum in Florida.

[@What.its.like.]

That's awesome thank you so much for sharing those memories and your experience =)

[@trudygreer2491]

Jay, This might interest you: one of Buick's design themes was the "plan view W" (not its real name!) where if you look at the front and rear from overhead, (plan view) you'll notice that, the protruding grille center you pointed out, and the angled fender ends look like the letter W. I think they started that in 1961 and up to '71-2, in some form or other..

[@dougabbott8261]

Late 60s and into the 70s was the age of land yachts. They would float down the road so smoothly with all the room anyone would ever need. Will they ever come back?

[@Qster83]

My Grand dad had one, Champagne, I'm not sure if it was a limited 🤔 but it was pretty spec'ed out. I cant remember if it was a 2 door or 4 door but I used to love riding around with him in that old boat! He sold it without much fanfair right b4 I became driving age😢 but I vow to find one for myself and bring it back to the family!😤

[@MyNameIsChristBringsASword]

As a kid in the 60s I remember all the cars parked in my neighbors driveway still to this day

[@clawhammer704]

I had a 66 Buick skylark. Nice vehicle

[@martyharless5097]

My granny had a 225 about that year. It's a wonder us grandkids didn't wear out the electric seats and windows.

[@kevinfrances1694]

Older buicks are great .I had a 71 buick centurion

[@ernielaw]

The mid-line Centurian was only made from '71 til '73.

[@jeffshadow2407]

My Oldsmobile dealership took a 1967 Buick Electra 225 coupe in trade in 1991, for a value of $100. Two members of the SoCal Chapter of the Oldsmobile Club of America bought it for $700 and sold it at the Pomona swap meet.

[@What.its.like.]

Cool story

[@alanblanes2876]

Terrific edition, Jay! This was a superb example of a winning glove box test victory. In scenario 1 I'd take the Olds 98 - they had the nicest fitments of all GM cars ... even better with the 1968 Delta Custom. That was outfitted with real quality upholstery and hardware. In scenario 2 I'd take the Ambassador. It was a very well designed car.

[@What.its.like.]

@@alanblanes2876 sweet choices happy you dig this episode =)

[@trudygreer2491]

It sure looked like that glovebox could even handle two cameras!

[@What.its.like.]

It was a huge glove box it probably could have fit all the camera gear I had that day lol

[@THROTTLEPOWER]

Great vid!!!

[@brianhayes7618]

Buick Electra and again Buick

[@kevinc764]

Beautiful Deuce and a Quarter

[@fredthegraycatt]

Man, what a boat!