What's the history of the 1959 Buick LeSabre and how many were produced?

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The **1959 Buick LeSabre** was part of Buick's full-size lineup, introduced as part of a major model name change that year (replacing the Special, Super, Century, and Roadmaster series). Key details:

### Production Numbers
- **4-door Sedan**: **51,379 units** produced (Automobile-Catalog). 
- **Station Wagon**: **8,286 units** produced (Conceptcarz.com). 
- **Total for 1959**: Approximately **59,665 units** across all body styles.

### Historical Context
- The LeSabre was positioned as Buick's entry-level full-size model, alongside the upscale Electra and Invicta. 
- It featured the **364 cubic-inch 'Wildcat' V8** engine (250 hp in base form) and innovations like the 2-speed Dynaflow automatic transmission. 
- The 1959 redesign emphasized modern styling with 'nose-in-the-air' front grilles and tailfins, reflecting mid-century automotive trends.

### Sources
- [Automobile-Catalog](https://www.automobile-catalog.com/production/buick/full-size_buick_4gen.html) (sedan production) 
- [Conceptcarz.com](https://www.conceptcarz.com/profile/15704,21748/1959-buick-lesabre.aspx) (wagon production)

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