Buick LeSabre (3rd generation)
The entry-level Buick that defined full-size American luxury in the mid-sixties.
- Power
- 325 bhp
- 0–60 mph
- 8.5 s
- Top speed
- 118 mph
- Est. value
- $12k–$35k
About the Buick LeSabre
The 1965 Buick LeSabre marked the debut of the model's third generation, featuring a complete restyling with a 'Coke-bottle' profile and a new perimeter frame. While the standard LeSabre used a 300 cubic-inch V8, the 401 cubic-inch 'Nailhead' V8 (often marketed as the 400 in certain packages) provided the effortless torque expected of a premium cruiser. It was Buick's best-selling full-size model, bridging the gap between mainstream Chevrolets and flagship Cadillacs with superior build quality and a famously smooth 'cloud-like' ride. Collectors prize the 1965 models for their clean, semi-fastback rooflines and the introduction of the advanced Super Turbine 400 automatic transmission.
Buick LeSabre specs
The Buick LeSabre produces 325 bhp (242 kW) and 603 Nm (445 lb-ft) of torque. It reaches 60 mph in 8.5 seconds and has a top speed of 118 mph (190 km/h).
| Make | Buick |
|---|---|
| Model | LeSabre |
| Generation | Third Generation (3rd generation) |
| Trim | 7.0 |
| Years | 1965–1970 |
| Type | Classic |
| Body style | Coupé |
| Country | United States |
| Original price | About $3,300 when new |
| Engine | 7.0-litre V8 |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 6,571 cc (6.6 litres) |
| Induction | Naturally aspirated |
| Power | 325 bhp (242 kW) at 4,400 rpm |
| Torque | 603 Nm (445 lb-ft) |
| Redline | 5,000 rpm |
| 0–60 mph | 8.5 s |
| Top speed | 118 mph (190 km/h) |
| Transmission | 3-speed automatic |
| Drivetrain | Rear-wheel drive |
| Weight | 1,850 kg (4,079 lb) |
| Power-to-weight | 176 bhp per tonne |
Typical figures for the standard car; options, markets and model years vary. Where our specs come from
How much is a Buick LeSabre worth?
A typical Buick LeSabre is estimated to be worth $12,000 – $35,000 (about £8,900 – £26,000).
Its original price when new was about $3,300.
Values are directional estimates for a typical example, not appraisals. Condition, mileage, history and specification all change what a real car is worth. Pound figures use the exchange rate of 3 November 2026. How values are estimated
Buick LeSabre rarity in CarSpot
The Buick LeSabre is an Uncommon card in CarSpot, with a rarity score of 36 out of 100. Hot hatches and premium sporty cars. An Uncommon card is worth 20 XP.
Each model's tier starts from a 0–100 score based on its value plus its power or production numbers. Once enough players have spotted a model, how often it is spotted can move it up or down one tier. How CarSpot rarity works
Rarity is a collectible game mechanic, not an assessment of real-world scarcity or value.
Buick LeSabre fun facts
- The 1965 LeSabre featured Buick's famous 'Nailhead' V8, so named because of its unusually small, vertically mounted valves that resembled nails.
- For the 1965 model year, Buick dropped the station wagon from the LeSabre line, leaving only sedans, coupes, and convertibles.
- The 'LeSabre 400' package name actually referred to the heavy-duty Super Turbine 400 transmission rather than the engine displacement.