MrEarl Posted March 26, 2014 Share Posted March 26, 2014 [h=2][/h] It hasn't even been a year since my heart literally skipped a beat when I read the Craigs List ad description of the 3 speed Century I ended up purchasing from upper New York. Mine is one of what I knew at the time to be only 4 still existing. Well my heart skipped a beat again this evening when as I doing my daily CL search I found this rare beauty, and I do mean beauty. Although not able to even consider purchasing it, I did call and speak with the owner, a nice sounding southern gentleman. http://miami.craigslist.org/brw/cto/4391141205.htmlThe car is about 4 hours due south of me but if anyone is interested I would be more than happy to ride down and take a look see for you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrEarl Posted March 26, 2014 Author Share Posted March 26, 2014 Let me know if the pics are not present1954 Buick Century 2-Dr. HardtopExterior 2-tone paint finished in Lido Green with Baffin Green roof complemented by the original green interior.Features include:* 322 C.I. 4 Brrl. carb Nailhead V-8 engine* 3-speed manual transmission* Radio, clock, & heater* Wide white wall tires* Factory tinted glass* Buick dog dish Buick script hub caps* Jack & spare tireWhat sets this car apart from the rest is how original it is. Other then a recent quality paint re-spray to the original exterior colors, replacement of interior carpet, & engine bay detail, this car is 100% original & untouched. It is a 1-owner, rust free car still on the original 1954 W. Virginia title. The original dealer installed seat covers from 1954 still sit on top of the virgin seat upholstery. It runs & drives the same way it did when it rolled out of the showroom in 1954. Not a squeak or rattle. It drives smooth, quiet, & tight. Truly amazing original condition with all the attributes a collector looks for to have in their collection. It has been garage kept from new. It has that dazzling 50's era color combination. Here's the shorter 122" wheel base Century, equipped with Buick's biggest V-8 engine coupled to a 3-speed manual transmission, 4:11 rear end, dog dish hub caps, equals a real Hotrod Buick being offered here.Don't be caught snoozing & miss this car. You simply don't find them this nice & original @ this price. Shown by appointment only @ my storage facility in Nashville, GA. (S.E. Georgia) Delivery to your door no problem. Please call Stuart @ 305-494-2314 for complete details.I don't need help selling so save yourself some time & please don't call me if your from an Internet marketing company. Offered @ $18,900. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bhambulldog Posted March 26, 2014 Share Posted March 26, 2014 Very nice. !!What's that gizmo under the hood on the right fender ?Is it an underhood light? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1937-44 Posted March 26, 2014 Share Posted March 26, 2014 That's sweet. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smithbrother Posted March 26, 2014 Share Posted March 26, 2014 How many miles? Surprised they don't state.Color isn't that great, IMO. Lots of potential though.Dale in Indy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JZRIV Posted March 26, 2014 Share Posted March 26, 2014 How many miles? Surprised they don't state.Dale in IndyMiles are in the add when you click on the link - 65kWow - What a stunning car! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrEarl Posted March 26, 2014 Author Share Posted March 26, 2014 Very nice. !!What's that gizmo under the hood on the right fender ?Is it an underhood light?I suspect that "gizmo" is either a augahaaa horn or siren and may be operated by what looks like a push button switch on the dashboard just left of the light switch (this is also the area where the rear speaker control would go). How many miles? Surprised they don't state.Color isn't that great, IMO. Lots of potential though.Dale in IndyPersonally I love the color Dale. Lido Green was originally available only on the Skylarks and there are a lot of them around in that color. Later it was offered as a spring color and I have seen several Roadmasters painted that but this is the first Century. I see that the re-paint did not include the door jambs, underhood and trunk inteior. This in my opinion is not a bad thing, IF it was done well. IF the color match is dead on and the feathering in or blending was done well. Lets hope so. The ad states and I asked the seller about it having a 4:11 rear end. 3.9's were standard in the 3 speed 54's. I know earlier 50's Buicks had 4.1's and I was considering adding one to my Texas Pete hot rod had I ended up building it. He said it is factory and is listed on the "window sticker". I asked if he meant original invoice but he said "no the window sticker Having never seen a ws for a 54 and not aware they existed, I asked for and he said he would scan and send me a copy. That should be interesting. If indeed this is a special order 4.1 rear end, then the original owner had only one thing in mind for it. The same thing I do for mine. To be a Hot Rod. A Century with no power steering, no power brakes, a 3 speed and low geared rear end....what else. Again, I'll be glad to run down and take at look at it for anyone interested. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest my3buicks Posted March 26, 2014 Share Posted March 26, 2014 Love the color as well, very 50's Lamar, it may be finally time to sell your lovely wife. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
avgwarhawk Posted March 26, 2014 Share Posted March 26, 2014 (edited) The color is great. The interior pattern I love. The price is very good. Where were you 54 Century when I was looking???? Edited March 26, 2014 by avgwarhawk (see edit history) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrEarl Posted March 26, 2014 Author Share Posted March 26, 2014 (edited) Love the color as well, very 50's Lamar, it may be finally time to sell your lovely wife.NEVER HAPPEN, this thing doesn't cook. And I just married my son off, so only leaves my daughter...can send pictures....:eek:Just received a picture of the data plate which says the color is 13K = Willow Green bottom / Baffin Green top. But this doesn't look like Willow Green to me, how about it 55 guys, Willow Green was also a 55 color. In fact if anything it looks more like Gulf Turquoise but I am honestly blue green color blind so who knows.Hey, let me know if anyone wants me to ride down and check it out for you..... Edited March 26, 2014 by MrEarl (see edit history) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrEarl Posted March 26, 2014 Author Share Posted March 26, 2014 The color is great. The interior pattern I love. The price is very good. Where were you 54 Century when I was looking???? The data plate shows this to be the very basic non custom interior which would have the Green Swiss Dot cloth seats with no Cordaveen roll and pleat uppers. This would also explain the cloth headliner. So considering the plain seats and that the plastic seat covers are definitely period correct (spelled p-l-a-i-d) I would probably opt to leave them on. The car was ordered with heater and defroster and EZEye glass but no Safety Package which would have given it a day/nite mirror, windshield washer and back up lights. Did I mention that I would be glad to run down and check it out if anybody is interested? What a photo op!!!! TWO 3 Speed Century's side by side. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnD1956 Posted March 26, 2014 Share Posted March 26, 2014 I am SHOCKED, that you have not already been down there to check it out. You know, some things in life are worth a home equity loan...just sayin... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrEarl Posted March 26, 2014 Author Share Posted March 26, 2014 (edited) You know, some things in life are worth a home equity loan...just sayin...You're right JD.....how do you think I bought mine??!!!!and I thought about trading mine. But just like I told the Gunny when he asked if I had thought about reuppin in the Marines. "yes sir...thought about, laughed about and forgot about it" Edited March 26, 2014 by MrEarl (see edit history) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JZRIV Posted March 26, 2014 Share Posted March 26, 2014 You know, some things in life are worth a home equity loan...just sayin...I did that once for a special car! Turned out to be one of the best car related financial decisions I made! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rooster Posted March 28, 2014 Share Posted March 28, 2014 And I just married my son off, so only leaves my daughter...can send pictures....:eek:Pity my son is so far away ----- he could do with a nice southern girl Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrEarl Posted March 28, 2014 Author Share Posted March 28, 2014 The offer is negotiable and might consider including shipping from AU to USA in the deal. What are his mechanical and barn building skills? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave Gelinas (XP-300) Posted March 28, 2014 Share Posted March 28, 2014 Wow on everything about this car. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Earl B. Posted March 28, 2014 Share Posted March 28, 2014 Mr. Earl, you must be sorely tempted with that car sooo close to you!!! You could sell yours and buy this one.... About your daughter....does she come with a Buick? If so, I'm sure that would make her more tempting to the suitors who may be here!!! haha Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pete Phillips Posted March 29, 2014 Share Posted March 29, 2014 Good grief, with a 4.11 rear end, this thing isn't going to do anything close to 100 mph, is it? Maybe 75? Would be quite a strain on that engine to run it up much over modern highway speeds. Still, a very nice, well preserved car.Pete Phillips Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
07 HD Posted March 29, 2014 Share Posted March 29, 2014 30 pictures @ cars on line Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RivNut Posted March 30, 2014 Share Posted March 30, 2014 Again, I'll be glad to run down and take at look at it for anyone interested. Lamar,If you're that anxious to look at it, don't make excuses like "I'll be glad to run down and take at look at it for anyone interested. " Just get in your car and get down there. Might as well take your checkbook with you too.Ed Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrEarl Posted March 30, 2014 Author Share Posted March 30, 2014 (edited) Brandon Classics eh? http://www.brandoncollection.com/1954_Buick_Century%202-Dr.%20Hardtop_226051921.veh# They've been around for a while and have always had some nice Buicks in their inventory. The CL seller informed me that the car is actually in Nashville now and that he would take and send me additional pictures of the car for my files. Edited March 31, 2014 by MrEarl (see edit history) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest BJM Posted March 30, 2014 Share Posted March 30, 2014 Lamar,If you're that anxious to look at it, don't make excuses like "I'll be glad to run down and take at look at it for anyone interested. " Just get in your car and get down there. Might as well take your checkbook with you too.EdYea aren't you retired? Go! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrEarl Posted March 31, 2014 Author Share Posted March 31, 2014 Yea aren't you retired? Go!1) Why go to a peep show when you already got a prettier and hotter one at home.2) Last time I checked my Buick piggy bank, I'm about $18,899.99 short of the asking price. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest BuickBeaver Posted April 13, 2014 Share Posted April 13, 2014 I am VERY interested if you will email me I would be more than happy to pay for a good man to go look at it I wounder if I could drive it home to Utah or should I have it shipped I don't worry about miles because I drive all my cars as much as I can with in common sense.Beaver.Prince@Yahoo.com or 208 201 3554 8-8 MST Thanks. Beaver Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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