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Mart S

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  1. You may have already done so, but if not, Google search 1934 and 1935 Buick images. There are many car photos for those years and many of them are taken from the side - so the wheels can be seen. Expand the photos to try to see more detail.
  2. More photos of wing nut, bumper escutcheons and bumper end caps. The trunk rack wing nuts are original (I think). Both have broken ends. See photos. The bumper escutcheons and end caps are old reproductions - brass I think. Regarding the door handle, I have to dig it out and take a couple more photos. Regarding prices - I don't have any. Given the condition and quality, I'm not looking for much. Make me an offer.
  3. Regarding better photos of door handle - I'm out of town. I'll try to do that this weekend.
  4. More photos - steering column, headlights (both with cracks), horn motor cover, rear bumper stone guards. These are similar but not the same as on my 60 series - particularly the mounting extensions. I don't know what car they might fit.
  5. Hi Don, The inside dimension of the hub cap looks more like 6 5/8" than 6 1/2". I took some photos showing the hub cap with a tape measure. Perhaps someone can comment whether or not these might fit a 1932 50 series.
  6. Great looking car! I store my car trailer in a place with no electric. The trailer has the battery for a wench. I only use the trailer once or twice a year so I take the battery out and keep it on a trickle charger at home. You might consider this if the car is going to sit several months without use.
  7. 6 artillery spoke wheels, hub caps, trim rings and some miscellaneous parts remaining after the restoration of my car. I will post additional photos for anyone interested. In Chicago area.
  8. Some parts remaining after restoration of my 1934 Buick 10 years ago. There are 6 artillery spoke wheels, 6+ hupcaps (2 slightly different styles), wheel trim rings and a few other miscellaneous parts. I can post more photos for anyone interested. In Chicago area. I resisted this in the Buick parts forum. I'll post some more photos there but not here, so check if interested.
  9. Hi Battaglia, I have a 1934 Buick 66C that was restored 2008 to 2013. The restoration included replacing all the wood. I have a few photos though I don't know if they will help you with your 1394 model 67. A few years ago, I posted some of them on Flickr.com. If you go to that website and search "1934 Buick 66C", you should find several photos of the woodwork. I think I have more too - actual paper photographs. If you think it might be helpful, I could go through them and take e-photos of them and post them on Flickr. Good luck with your project. Mart S. Northbrook, IL (near Chicago)
  10. Nice '32 - cool styling. The Classic Car Database website has a few details about your model: http://www.classiccardatabase.com/specs.php?series=230&year=1932&model=2412
  11. If you decide to look into an enclosed car trailer, check out Montrose trailers in Michigan http://montrosetrailers.com or Jimglo trailers in Arizona https://www.jimglo.com. I have a 20' enclosed Montrose trailer for my 1934 66C. The all aluminum trailer weighs slightly more than 2000 pounds - much lighter than steel/wood trailers. Of course it costs more but you get better mileage, and the reduced weight is easier on the tires and brakes. I tow it with a diesel Cayenne (which has a 7700 pound towing capacity) and get about 15 mpg while towing (and almost 30 mpg when not towing). (VW Toureg is the same platform as a Cayenne.) I didn't want a pick-up or big SUV just for occasional towing. It's easier to rent a pick-up for towing than it is to rent an enclosed car trailer. It's great have your car in an enclosed trailer when you will be gone for several days. I keep a spare tire/wheel for the trailer in the trailer, and I bought another wheel and tire for the Cayenne - which I also keep in the trailer (so in the event of a flat, I'd have something better than the small Cayenne spare.) The furthest I've trailer my Buick was from the Chicago area to concours on Kiawah Island, SC - no problems going up and down the Smoky Mountains between Knoxville and Asheville. I highly recommend the Montrose trailer (I'm just a satisfied customer). The front opens up' there is a large side door which makes getting out of the car on the trailer very easy. Also easy access to install Mac tie-downs over the wheels and onto the track. It's a bit of pain to drive with a trailer - but it's nicer when you have a good set-up. It's nice to get these old cars out to the various concours, AACA/BCA meets and other shows that you would not want to drive your old car to.
  12. My 1934 66C - at Ephraim Hill Climb and Concours (WI) in Sep 2015
  13. The '34 Buick front end is very elegant looking. While I like fog lights, I love the look of my '34 without them. I also don't put a front license plate on my car because I think it looks better without it (even though they are required in Illinois where I live). I also have rarely driven my car at night so I don't need them to improve seeing, or being seen after dark. Just my 2 bits and I like the look of '34 and '35 Buicks (and other years too) with or without fog lights.
  14. I have a 1934 60 series steering box - leftover from the restoration of my 66C. I don't know if this was different from a 50 series. Mart
  15. Hi Bob, I just saw your post. I had my 1934 66C completely restored, completed in 2013. All the wood was replaced. I have paper photos but if you are interested, I could take some e-photos of the paper photos and send them to you. Mart
  16. Sorry to hear about Dave's passing. Dave and you guys in his shop did a fabulous job on the complete restoration of my '34 Buick 66C which was finished in August 2013. If you need any photos, I'll be happy to send some. Good luck with whatever you decide.
  17. On the data tag for 1934 60 series, does anyone know what the various 3 digit trim numbers were, and what the numbers represented? I appreciate any help. Mart
  18. According to the Classic Car Database Classic Car Specifications, Engine, Wheelbase, production numbers, VIN numbers for Antique Cars, Classic Cars, Vintage Cars and Muscle Cars For 1934, Buick frame numbers went from 2706453 to 2777649 For 1935, 2777650 to 2830898 For 1936, 2830899 to 2999496 Based on this, it looks like your friend's frame, #2874267, is a 1936. See also the BCA judging manual which can be accessed from the BCA website. http://www.buickclub.org/BCA%20JUDGING%20MANUAL/BCAjudgingrev2.pdf According to the judging manual, wire wheels were available from 1922 to 1935. I don't know if 1934/35 wire wheels would fit on a 1936. Good luck figuring it all out. Mart Northbrook, IL
  19. Thanks Mike. I sent Sandy an email with some of my questions. Merry Christmas.
  20. Gentlemen, thanks for you comments. My car is a 66C. It will be painted in a restoration shop. I've heard of purists objecting to anything but lacquer. And I love the look of a high quality lacquer paint job. But it seems much more practical to use a more durable type of paint. I want the car to be a blue originally offered by Buick in 1934. I have some Dupont color cards for 1934 Buick. There are many blues for various models, though none are specified for the 66C on the few sheets I have. There are 2 nice dark blue listed for the 56C. It seems like one could have ordered a blue 66C. 2 more questions: 1. In 1934, could buyers order a car with any of the exterior paint colors offered by Buick? 2. Regarding interior colors, could a buyer get a blue interior? I've seen a couple with tan and one with black. All were restored at some point. I appreciate your input. Mart
  21. Hi Marty, Thanks for your welcome and response. I like the color of your car. Is that one of the blues Buick used in 1934? And is your interior a blue or gray? Thanks, Mart
  22. I mean the exterior paint (so I just clarified the title). Thanks.
  23. I have a 1934 60 series that will soon be painted. I'd appreciate comments about the best paint. I originally considered lacquer but I'm concerned about it being susceptible to chips and cracks, and therefore its long term durability. Would urethane or one of the new water based paint systems be better? Also - What interior colors were offered in 1934 for convertible models? Thanks for any help you can offer.
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