Buick’s 1947 models remained largely the same as the original postwar cars of 1946. There was no reason to change. As buyers continued to bust down the doors at Buick dealers, it was a seller’s market, and the design that had originally been created in 1942, and had only been facelifted since, continued to appear striking and modern and to draw in customers demanding new cars. In a climate of booming job creation and newfound success, Buicks found more owners than ever, with nearly 79,000 buyers motoring home in a new top-of-the-line Roadmaster in 1947. The figure of 12,074 is that associated with the production figure for the stylish convertible models, including 127 of this total designated for export.

The Convertible Coupe shown here is reported as seldom driven with just over 11,000 miles that the seller believes to be actual though it should be noted that the title shows as exempt. This well-preserved example is further stated as being presented with only one repaint and with its original interior. It is finished in Royal Maroon, with maroon leather upholstery, which is overseen by a new tan canvas soft-top. The Buick’s body is straight, with excellent gaps, and overall, very neat and tidy, as is the engine bay. Paint and chrome is outstanding, as is the interior, with a steering wheel, dashboard, gauges, and brightwork that are equally appealling.

The Roadmaster is powered by the “Fireball” 320-cid, 144-hp inline eight-cylinder engine with a three-speed column-shift manual transmission, both smooth and responsive. As one would expect of a top-of-the-line Buick in this high-class era, the car is equipped with a power front bench seat, power windows, an AM radio, heater, power top and carpeted floor mats, providing a comfortable space in which to motor elegantly. Additional features include chrome wire wheels, wide whitewall tires, bumper guards, dual rearview mirrors, foglights and a driver’s side hand-controlled spotlight.

The Roadmaster was considered to be suitably outfitted for those whose standards are high and their tastes exacting. It was a car that had few equals in its absolute mastery of distance and terrain with the occupants surrounded by deeply luxurious comforts.