1941 Buick Other

Convertible

Straight Eight

Manual

1941-248-8-x2

Clear

Gasoline

1941 Buick Super Eight Convertible with factory Compound Carburetion. Never wrecked or rusted, restored from a great, fully intact high desert car that was stored inside for decades. My Uncle has owned a storage facility for nearly 50 years, this car was in his storage for approx. 40 years when my Father purchased it from the fella that finally decided he would never get to it. Dad was a very long term member of The Horseless Carriage Club, Pierce Arrow Society, Model A Club, etc. and has restored a number of cars including two Pierce Arrows, Brass Fords, Brass era Dodge, Early Oldsmobiles of his own and been involved in many other restorations with his fellow club members since winning his first restoration trophy in the mid 1960s. He decided that he wanted a "modern" car to take on tours, etc rather than following the pack in his very early cars. This wonderful Buick fit the bill perfectly. Smooth and comfortable with the ability to easily drive freeway distances at more reasonable speeds. The original 248ci straight eight was rebuilt to original specifications with the exception of being machined for insert main bearings, rather than pouring delicate babbit bearings. 1941 was the only year for the Buick 8 to offer dual carburetors, which they referred to as "compound carburetion". After production of civilian autos after the war, Buick used a larger single carb on the straight 8s. Most of the '41s that had dual carbs were pulled off and added to hot rod other cars, so one being still equipped as original is quite uncommon. When the brake system was restored, it was filled with synthetic brake fluid, there is a tag currently hanging from the master cylinder to remind the new owner. It doesn't lose fluid- I just wanted to make a note of it so mismatched fluids aren't used. A sizeable fortune was spent replating all the chrome trim. Era proper single stage paint was used to replicate the original rather than too new appearing base/clear. Complete new interior- seats, carpets, panels, including the trunk with its fully upholstered interior. New convertible top as well. Wide White Wall tires, including spare, on factory painted and striped wheels with center caps. Power top is operated from the drivers seat and works very well and quickly. Runs smooth and drives easily, top up or down. Factory radio (Rare!) has been rebuilt by a specialist and is in place but I've not connected it. I estimate the car has gone 500 miles since it's restoration. Ready to buy and enjoy without spending years in the shop first. Any auto enthusiast will tell you that it is always less expensive and further ahead to buy a nice car than to restore one. Restoration costs are huge and will definately be higher than the selling price of the finished car. There is a reserve set for the auction, but only as a total stop-loss in case everyone is busy with Labor Day vacation and back to school. I can't sell it for a single 99 cent opening bid, but the reserve is well below it's value and what I believe it will sell for. Paint is excellent driver, but not concour, and the trunk needs a lock cylinder if you'd like to lock it. The handle latch closes and secures the trunk fine but isn't able to key lock. 1941 Washington plate will be included for an in state buyer. The car is not registered to that plate but has been used for display when shown. I am happy to answer any questions that I may have failed to cover in my description. Personal inspections can be arranged as well. Send a note for either. It is written elsewhere, but a couple notes to prospective bidders. You are bidding to buy- not bidding for a right to inspect, a used automobile (that is currently 76 years old). There are no good reasons to win an auction and not follow through with the sale. Shipping or picking up the car is your responsibility, but I am easy to work with and happy to assist as I can. I have sold valuable automobiles before and dealt with shippers. My place has easy access, about a half mile from an interstate freeway and my business parking lot can accomodate a full size semi, if that is how you choose to ship. Non refundable deposit to be sent shortly after auction ending and personal contact to arrange the final details please. I can keep the car in my garage for a reasonable amount of time to arrange delivery, I have plenty of room. On Sep-06-17 at 10:03:43 PDT, seller added the following information: Please note-- Bidders with low history or poor feedback will have there bids deleted if you don't contact me to ensure that you are serious. Thank you.