Unlike its upscale companions in the lineup, the LeSabre used a 364 cubic-inch V8 which carried over from 1957-58. New styling included slanted headlights with a chrome-laded square grille similar to the ‘58 models, and “Delta-wing” fins out back along with round taillights. The ’59 LeSabre rode on GM’s new B-body platform shared with similar machines in the other divisions. Thanks for another interesting tip, Larry D! Someone wanting to bring it back from the brink can find the car in Saugerties, New York, and here on eBay where the Buy It Now price is $9,500 (offers will be considered). “LeSabre”, which is French for “the sabre,” applied to all body styles including this ’59 convertible which has been off the road since 1983 and is in rough shape. ![]() It was by no means stark and would keep its position in the Buick hierarchy through 2005. The LeSabre became the division’s entry-level automobile, followed by the Invicta and Electra. Buick’s cars were all-new for 1959 and had new model names to boot.
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