Buick LeSabre Specs, Engines & Dimensions (1959–1960) — First Generation
The first-generation Buick LeSabre arrived as a full-size American cruiser, offered in open-top Cabrio and pillarless Sedan Hardtop form, built around big-displacement power and a relaxed, comfort-first character rather than outright sportiness.
Every Buick LeSabre engine here is a large gasoline V8 driving the rear wheels, tuned for effortless low-speed pull instead of high revs. The Cabrio example pairs a 6.6 with an automatic for easy cruising, while the 6.0 Sedan Hardtop uses a manual transmission, giving the driver more direct control of this rear-drive drivetrain.