Resources for Parts Interchangeable With Ohter Models?

Folks,

Assuming pre-war Buicks had some replacement part interchangeability with other brands and models.

Is there a resource anywhere (printed or in electronic form) for parts interchangeability?

Are you referring to mechanical or body part interchangeability?

What Buick years/series/models? Depends a lot on what parts you are interested in.

Buick changed part numbers a lot pre war. A definite answer cannot be given

Google "Holland interchange manual" <cite class="_Rm">www.hollanderinterchange.net</cite>

Only a very limited onterchangeability for mechanical parts with other GM brands. Some late 30's transmssion parts are the same to the mid 50's (but not many)

Limited interchangeability for mechanical parts with other Buick models 1/2/3 years from yours. More interchangeabilty with the 248ci/320ci engine

Some items like doors and rear fenders can interchange with other GM brands of the same year using the same body https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/GM_B_platform

Allan,

I was interested in engine parts and currently with ignition components.

You have answered my question and I think you!!

GeraldT,

I may be too late with this info, but there are some copies of Buick parts manuals available for reasonable prices:

Master Parts List of Chassis Parts for Buick 1928 to 1941 (January 1, 1941). This will tell you what other Buick years and models use the same part as yours.

Buick Interchangeable Parts List (May 1, 1950). This shows interchangeability with other GM cars of sufficiently requested parts. Does not list accessories and standard parts.

Master Parts Book of Chassis Parts for Buick Models 1928 to 1951 (January 1, 1952). Also has indicators of interchangeability with other GM cars.

Good Luck,

Les