Guest BJM Posted June 26, 2008 Share Posted June 26, 2008 I had a thought, wouldn't it be cool to see photos of members cars int he sweepspear period. I count this as the stainless steel trim piece added to Buicks from 1949 (on limited release) through 1958. I don't have a car with a sweepspear but I have taken photos over the years and will dig one up tonight and add.Show us your sweepspears! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
serb Posted June 26, 2008 Share Posted June 26, 2008 In my opinion, the sweep spear started with the 1942 2 door models with the flow through of the front fender to the back fender. There was no stainless to highlight the sweepspear but it was there in style. This was true with the sedanettes and convertibles in the Super and Roadmaster series. In 1946 they did the same with the Super and Roadmaster four door models.stevo Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest imported_MrEarl Posted June 26, 2008 Share Posted June 26, 2008 Great idea for a thread Jake. Of course I am partial to the 54-56 years You're right Serb, the body lines were there before the chrome. the chrome just accentuated them. And you might say that it continues today with the new Invicta.But I think the true "Spear" is what Jake is looking for and if so I will add some images later.Grrr, I'll fix the too big picture later,hi ho hi ho it's off to work i go Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
serb Posted June 26, 2008 Share Posted June 26, 2008 You can find evidence of the sweepspear in a lot of the body stamping. The Rivs also had sweepspears in the late 60's and early 70's. I personally had a '70 Riv and the sweepspear was actually an option. I never thought the ones without it looked right.stevo Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest my3buicks Posted June 26, 2008 Share Posted June 26, 2008 The sweep on my old 53 Super 56R Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest imported_MrEarl Posted June 28, 2008 Share Posted June 28, 2008 I've always loved that car Keith. I bet you miss it. Do you know where it is?Here's some of my sweepspears...DoraB in the rear view mirrorButtercupMarilyn, gone but still see her sometimeDakotaIrene, gone down under Sugar MagnoliaFifty-sixBlue Belle Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest imported_MrEarl Posted July 15, 2008 Share Posted July 15, 2008 Perhaps someone will take the grand opportunity to take pictures of the likely hundreds of sweepspears in Flint this week. Puleeeaaaasssssseeee Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mark Shaw Posted July 15, 2008 Share Posted July 15, 2008 Lamar, I just arrived in Flint and only saw one Buick at the airport so far....If I can get them all lined up just right, I'll try to get as many as I can and post some pics... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aaron65 Posted July 15, 2008 Share Posted July 15, 2008 Here's my '53's sweepspear... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smartin Posted July 16, 2008 Share Posted July 16, 2008 The subtle sweepspear of the full size 71's And some of the best ones were in the 50's! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest BJM Posted July 16, 2008 Share Posted July 16, 2008 That 53 was an interesting year, it ends before the wheelwell with a deeper, thicker spear.Adam,The 71-73 spears are great, how Buick integrated them into the modern era. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest imported_Thriller Posted July 16, 2008 Share Posted July 16, 2008 It isn't pretty, but here's a '52 Roadmaster. Also not pretty, the '56 Special I'm trying to eliminate from the fleet.There's a prettier surprise sweepspear, but I haven't been able to take a good photo yet...stay tuned. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest 57wagon Posted July 17, 2008 Share Posted July 17, 2008 Here is mine... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest ewing Posted July 18, 2008 Share Posted July 18, 2008 My 47 My 72 This one arrived at our swap meet this spring, don't know who owns it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TG57Roadmaster Posted July 18, 2008 Share Posted July 18, 2008 Great thread idea, BTW...Two views of the <span style="font-style: italic">"Roadmistress,"</span> my '57 Model 73. TG Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest ewing Posted July 19, 2008 Share Posted July 19, 2008 Are you 'hiding' a new Buick aquisition from us??? Its not nice to keep secrets from your car buddies. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
89REATTAJIM Posted July 19, 2008 Share Posted July 19, 2008 How about a Mini '55 Century: It's available: P M if interested. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest imported_MrEarl Posted August 17, 2008 Share Posted August 17, 2008 OK here ya go, you asked to see our sweepspears....Stopped by the local tattoo shop "Pain and Wonder" today and got my new sweepspear. Still kinda red around the edges... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnD1956 Posted August 17, 2008 Share Posted August 17, 2008 Oh boy, I totally forgot that I had taken some pics to add to this thread, although I have to admit the forearm tatoo is probably the one that's most committed to sweepspears. Anyway, here's my offering: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BadgerRivFan Posted August 31, 2008 Share Posted August 31, 2008 <div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: serb</div><div class="ubbcode-body">You can find evidence of the sweepspear in a lot of the body stamping. The Rivs also had sweepspears in the late 60's and early 70's. I personally had a '70 Riv and the sweepspear was actually an option. I never thought the ones without it looked right.stevo </div></div>A couple shots of my '70 Riv. Stevo is right, the '70 Riv does not look as nice without the sweepspear in my opinion... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
serb Posted August 31, 2008 Share Posted August 31, 2008 Al,Nice car!Stevo Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest 53Bob76R Posted September 1, 2008 Share Posted September 1, 2008 Sorry to admit it, but this thread made me reallize I need to take more pictures of my 53 Roadmaster. Here are the sweepspears on the car prior to putting on the new wide whites. Not too many of these cars still wearing their original paint and interior, but you are looking at one here. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest 53Bob76R Posted September 1, 2008 Share Posted September 1, 2008 Not to be outdone, the sweepspear heritage is alive and well in the lines of my 67 Electra. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest imported_MrEarl Posted September 1, 2008 Share Posted September 1, 2008 <div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: 53Bob76R</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Sorry to admit it, but this thread made me reallize I need to take more pictures of my 53 Roadmaster. Here are the sweepspears on the car prior to putting on the new wide whites. Not too many of these cars still wearing their original paint and interior, but you are looking at one here. </div></div>WOW, look at that 53 Roadmaster sportin those AC scoops and all. PLEASE post more pictures of this sweet car in the Me and My Buick forum. I would love to see more of that thin original paint and scratches from day one!!!! oh, and that 67 Electra ain't none too shabby either Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest 53Bob76R Posted September 1, 2008 Share Posted September 1, 2008 Thanks Lamar. It is nice to hear the compliment. So many people see the car as I drive it and always ask "Are you going to fix it up?". Still hope to get to an AACA meet for HPOF. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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