Scott Farrington

I almost need this for the few parts on my 47 56c... almost.

https://mansfield.craigslist.org/cto/d/1947-buick-super-8-convertible/6684655451.html

Search the craigslist in Ohio. There is a decent 47 convertible with a lot of parts for $9000.00

gdmn852: Thank you for your advice and encouragement! I am currently seeking the fender and door trim - basically everything stainless on both sides of the car. My trim on top of the doors as well as the window chrome is all there, just pitted. I will find it. Promise. And I am stubborn, so I do not give up on finding correct parts and pieces. The weekend will be spent pulling the seats and carpet, then applying POR15 to the cleaned floors. Scott

An update: Since we have a long weekend ahead, and I feel it would be easier to move if running (for now) and off the trailer, I have decided to go through the operation of going over the entire harness, cleaning the fuel system, installing wheel cylinders in it and flushing and filling the brake system. I have oiled the cylinders and will change the oil before starting to ensure everything is oiled up before starting. I feel this bit of work will help me become better acquainted with the car and find out what does and does not work on the car. Lord, I pray for patience and luck in this endeavor!

This is the inner fender behind the front of the door. This is the most rust on the car!

Excellent advice everyone! I truly appreciate it. Now, to the car. Yesterday we power washed it and today I had planned on getting the interior out. Best laid plans and all... so here we see why I am excited about this car: very solid body!

We have a realist! So, before I head down to the office where she currently resides still on the trailer, I have been thinking about the fuel system as I know I am having to rebuild everything in the fuel system. What are everyone's thoughts on building the car for E85? I live in the corn belt and it is getting harder to find non-ethanol fuel here. I don't want to worry about the wife putting the wrong fuel in the tank. So, as I head down to get you kids pictures of the car, I would love to hear your thoughts and any experiences you've had with alcoholic old cars. ?

As I was mowing the lawn this afternoon I kept telling myself "I can have that interior out by 9 a.m. tomorrow if I'm careful. " Already have 10 lists in my head on this thing.

Today is the day she sees light again. Been tucked into a barn for approximately 10+ years as the former owner slowly lost the ability to work on it. Took the four flat tires off and filled them with enough Slime to make 'em solid! Got them aired up and onto the car this morning. Now I had to push it up onto the trailer for the short journey home. Took an hour, but handled great on the come along! No body roll at all! In the light I see the work ahead of me... she needs everything. However, this is why we do this. I'll post more photos later

Ben: The FiTech is a great system. Had to wire around the start switch on the carb. Beyond that, it is a great system and I no longer worry about the car vapor locking or being hard to start for the wife! It is a pretty clean install and I am VERY happy with the performance. The car just stands up and GOES! As far as the pictures of the '47 - tomorrow she will emerge from the barn and begin her long journey to beauty again. Here's a picture of the rear of the car and her sitting on 4 flats! Note the room we have to put the tires on in this barn! At least it was on concrete all these years- you guys are not going to believe how good the underside of the '47 looks!! The second and third pictures are of the installed FiTech system on the wagon. Note that the canister for the fuel pump is in the place of the washer bottle - this can be hidden in the tank now for a cleaner and more OEM look if you desire.

Well, I am certain I fall under the 20 point rule, so here goes nothing. I am a 46 year old who is smitten with anything Buick it would seem. Dad always had a LeSabre and I have always been drawn to the Buicks of pretty much every age. Currently I have a mostly restored 57 Estate Wagon that is sporting pink paint and it's .30 over 364 with fuel injection. (FiTech) Just a great car. This weekend I am bringing home a 1947 Model 56-C Super convertible. A bucket list car for me. Super excited to bring it back to life and make it my own.

Thank you everyone who have replied and wished me well with the car. I will begin a Me and My Buick blog this weekend when we document pulling it out of its current home and starting the long process in cleaning her up and documenting everything.. A huge thank you to 48Super for the photos of that beautiful interior. Wow. I have a bit of a ways to go.

Question: the serial number tag begins with a 1, does this indicate it was produced in Flint? As I intend to put some decent seats in her, does anyone know where I should look for images of what the seats should be? Otherwise, it may be time for a tasteful, yet simple seat.

The plan is to do just that. Just want to get it running and driving then enjoy. I read your entire write up on yours. Loved it.

Well, this weekend will mark the beginning of what should be a fun journey as I have had the good (mis-)fortune to find an all original 1947 Model 56-C Super in Royal Maroon in a barn not 10 miles from my office! Car was originally sold in California and remained there until 1974 when the owners moved to Minnesota. From Minnesota it made it way here to Iowa and into the barn of which it currently resides. The car is very solid, and underneath is still satin black from the factory. Looks new - not kidding. Every body line is crisp and free from bubbles and rust! Interior is gone - some cotton stuffing left under the blankets used to cover the springs. It was started and run every year until recently when the gentleman that owned it passed away. Engine was painted black - nicely, though unoriginal. Everything is there that I can see less the spotlight mirror. I will post some clearer photos this weekend when we unearth her from the barn. Not a lot of room in there. From what I can tell the car had a red interior/seats. Code is 55 yet I cannot find any record that tells me what that actually is or what it should look like. I am super excited - this will be my second Buick - I also own a 1957 Buick Estate Wagon. Should be a fun project.

I finally managed to seal the deal on a '47 Super yesterday. California car until 1974. I cannot WAIT to get it home...still in the barn until Saturday morning! It is very complete and very rust free. Royal Maroon over red. If I find another, I will pass it along!!