Guest BJM Posted November 9, 2012 Share Posted November 9, 2012 Here is a fantastic project. 54 Super 2 door hardtop with rust free straight body. Has an 18 " x 18 " rust out section in drivers floorboard. Trunk solid, rest of pans solid. No troublesome power steering or brakes. Minimal options car, just all about the style.For Sale 1954 Buick1954 Buick Riviera: 2-Door Hardtop; near complete car; non-running condition; NO title; Yellow with black; Photos available<!-- START CLTAGS --> Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smithbrother Posted November 9, 2012 Share Posted November 9, 2012 In my LIMITED opinion, the rears of both are to busy. I understand these are 50" concepts, but to busy for my taste. I like the sweep spear on the top car, and certainly don't like the louvers on the bottom car.Just my opinion, I LOVE BUICK'S, but they have made a few mistakes over the years, ME TOOOOOO!Dale in Indy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrEarl Posted November 9, 2012 Author Share Posted November 9, 2012 Jake, I believe this might be this car. If so the $950 is a very good price. It was quite a bit more when I inquired over a month ago. I thanked the seller for saving the car and explained that it was just too far from Georgia for me and that I would defer to the gentleman from Madrid, Iowa. You should add this one to your collection. Look at that front grille. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest BJM Posted November 9, 2012 Share Posted November 9, 2012 LamarYou are correct, that's the one. I know he started over 2 years ago if memory serves, wanting around $2000. 10 years ago, that would have been a very good price, when project vehicle prices were higher. I believe he has dropped the price since I saw it - $600. I will give him a call. For me, it was never a matter of interest as much as space. I just don't have any. I have started using a fellow south of Madrid for storage. What I really need is an acreage. A (54) Buick Farm North. I too thanked him for saving it, could have ended up a Toyota by now. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrEarl Posted November 9, 2012 Author Share Posted November 9, 2012 Did you just say he would take $600 for it? :confused::eek:these are some of the most pitiful smilies I've ever seen Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest BJM Posted November 10, 2012 Share Posted November 10, 2012 Did you just say he would take $600 for it? :confused::eek:these are some of the most pitiful smilies I've ever seenNope, meant it has dropped about $600 in cost since I went to look at it. I looked at it in June and he wanted $1400 for it. I am sure he told you the story about how he got it but it fascinates me. Basically, as the National Highway Interstate (and Route 66 etc) system developed and people starting travelling across country, when their cars broke down they would abandon them or trade them and these cars would be picked up by the county designated yards and a few survived. This car was in one of those yards. I used to live in Montana and would travel back to the midwest. About every major town in Nebraska and South Dakota had these yards, many are gone and this one where the Super was at, is gone now. Land was plentiful and cheap out west and the cars would sometimes take up acres. I will try to get this purchased in the next few weeks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
buick man Posted November 10, 2012 Share Posted November 10, 2012 Personally I feel the WIDE whitewalls, and SHINNY wire wheels distract from the beauty of this car, IMO.Dale in IndyYeah .... kinda pimp'n don't ya think? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
buick man Posted November 24, 2012 Share Posted November 24, 2012 Mr E: Did you get around to digging this?1954 Buick Roadmaster, $8,950 - Cars.comDavid Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave Gelinas (XP-300) Posted December 7, 2012 Share Posted December 7, 2012 (edited) Currently on eBay.A very desirable model.Buick : Other SPECIAL in Buick | eBay Motors Edited December 7, 2012 by xp-300 (see edit history) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
carlisle1926 Posted December 16, 2012 Share Posted December 16, 2012 My first car was a 1954 Chevrolet in the late 1980's and I always wished it was a 54 Buick. I've got to have one. Jason Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave Gelinas (XP-300) Posted January 5, 2013 Share Posted January 5, 2013 (edited) On ebay, looks pretty good to mehttp://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/1954-Buick-Special-Collectors-Item-Clean-Low-miles-Garage-kept-Antique-Leather-/200874743246?pt=US_Cars_Trucks&hash=item2ec51155ce Edited January 5, 2013 by xp-300 (see edit history) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave Gelinas (XP-300) Posted May 11, 2013 Share Posted May 11, 2013 For sale on eBay.Buick : Other Special Estate Wagon in Buick | eBay Motors Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave Gelinas (XP-300) Posted May 11, 2013 Share Posted May 11, 2013 ...and a 1955 Century Wagon. Now that has to be rare.Buick : Century Base Wagon 4-Door | eBay Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest loadmaster Posted May 11, 2013 Share Posted May 11, 2013 OK Mr. Earl, I took your advice and I just bought a few 1954 Buicks...and the prices couldn't have been better !!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrEarl Posted May 11, 2013 Author Share Posted May 11, 2013 Congratulations, and I see you have joined the gang at the '54 Buick Highway too. Next step... a full size maybe...1954 buick skylark project or resto mod shellOr this one, actually not a bad price and just needs TLC (Trailer and Lots of Cash)1954 Buick Skylark Convertible - Vancouver Collector Cars For Sale - Kijiji Vancouver Canada.This is a nice Super, can't believe it is still for sale. 1954 BUICK Super Riviera. model 56R. Good driver. ready to drive homeAnd if you like 3 speeds54 Buick special sedan 3 speedThese lil 2 door c-dans are hard to find1954 Buick SpecialThis one just sold a couple months on eBay from down in FL, I see it is now on the other side of the continent. A case of Sellers Remorse maybe. 1954 Buick century hardtop1954 Buick Century 4 dr1954 BUICK RIVERABuick ,cadillac,chevy,olds, pontiac ,ford, dodge, hot rod , street rod1954 BUICK SPECIAL actually a Super1954 buick century54 BUICK SPECIAL Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smithbrother Posted May 11, 2013 Share Posted May 11, 2013 WOW, that 54 Lark, now Red, was originally blue, COULD BE OUR CAR. That was our color scheme. I wonder if it has any signs that the passenger's door had been replaced, DON'T ASK, hehehe. Lots of love, it needs, plus MUCH MONEY, and TIME. Dale in Indy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
trafalger Posted May 11, 2013 Share Posted May 11, 2013 I wish Mr Earl would find me a 54... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
trafalger Posted May 11, 2013 Share Posted May 11, 2013 This thing looks awesome54 BUICK SPECIALI still wonder what's up with this car it's been up for almost a year, this one is near me1954 Buick Century 4 dr Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stealthbob Posted May 11, 2013 Share Posted May 11, 2013 Seriously that first Super is a great opportunity for a first time antique car guy. It's a perfect project that is already for the road. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
trafalger Posted May 12, 2013 Share Posted May 12, 2013 Seriously that first Super is a great opportunity for a first time antique car guy. It's a perfect project that is already for the road.If my Electra was sold I'd be all over that like white on rice. Too bad it's not a good trade for them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrEarl Posted May 17, 2013 Author Share Posted May 17, 2013 I wish Mr Earl would find me a 54... I'm findin 'em, you just need to rob a bank and buy 'em. Depending on the sellers meaning of paint "looks presentable" and considering the entire mechanical has been rebuilt, glass is excellent (hopefully new rubber) and from the pictures solid floors and rockers (although it looks as though they neglected to paint the undersides of the rockers), this could be a pretty good deal. Also mentions restored front grille. (tha's a grand there). Very much worth looking into and making an offer. These lil sedans are scarce, I love 'em.1954 BUICK SPECIAL 2DR SURVIVOR GREAT SHAPEUp for sale today is a very clean and super solid 1954 Buick Special 2d sedan. This is a great start for anyone looking for a easy and very affordable weekend project. Its ready for immediate purchase and for more detail information you can call 321-243-0328 A major restoration was started on the car about 5 ago years, the entire drive-line (Engine, transmission, rear-end) and brake system were completely overhauled, it still has its original nail head, dynaflow tranny and rear.The engine runs great i have over 12k in receipts spent by previous owner for the service done by well respected service shops here locally. All the glass is in excellent shape, the stainless that i have is in excellent shape. The paint and body were done about 4 years ago in a nice metallic maroon and white inside and out, and it looks presentable. The restoration was stopped at interior upholstery. All the interior trim has been painted to match and is wrapped up in paper in the trunk, The interior just needs the seats, door panels and carpet redone(i have the original door panels). The car during the past 5 years until now has been limited to a drive around the block 1-2 times a month, now its started and ran daily. The front and rear bumpers need re-chroming there in good shape otherwise, the entire grill has been redone recently. The trim that I have is on the car it needs the passenger door back sweep molding. All the lights and gauges function properly, the vacuum wipers are a little sticky but engage.The tires are bias ply white walls they are in good shape but could use a couple miles put on them. Its been couped up in a garage for the last 5 years and is now ready for a new home and a owner to take it to the next level. I DO NOT RESPOND TO EMAILS SO PICK UP THE PHONE AND CALL OR TEXT, 7500 obo ONLY TRADES IM INTO 47-59 GM TRUCKS 58-63 IMPALA BISCAYNES OR BELAIRS 62-65 NOVAS. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrEarl Posted May 17, 2013 Author Share Posted May 17, 2013 As a comparable to the car above, I stopped and looked at this car on a trip to Kansas a year or so ago. Floors and rockers and rear quarter full of cancer, glass all fogged up, wouldn't crank. 1954 Buick Special 2 Door Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
avgwarhawk Posted May 17, 2013 Share Posted May 17, 2013 She is pretty nice. The one in Melbourne Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
avgwarhawk Posted May 17, 2013 Share Posted May 17, 2013 Might be a bit high in price. 1954 Buick Special 4dr For Sale Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrEarl Posted August 6, 2013 Author Share Posted August 6, 2013 Here's a sweet lil 15K mile all original Special. A 3 speed car with a pristine non-flexible steering wheel and check out the nice original headliner and condition of dash. From where I'm sitting the upholstery and glass all looks good and I see no rust through in the normal places. Somebody needs to rescue this '54 time capsule and bring to the next National for an Archival Class Elite award. Nobody hardly ever wants to spend a lots of money on 4 doors, so having something like this that would be so unique and interesting in and of it's own right to me would be so exciting. Park this next to a newly restored 54-55-56 and see which one draws the biggest crowd.If it is a running, driving and stopping car, I think the asking price is reasonable to start negotiations at. Email me if I can be of any help in what to look for or ask the seller. I will be calling them later just to chat about the car. 1954 BUICK SPECIAL Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smithbrother Posted August 6, 2013 Share Posted August 6, 2013 Be CAREFUL, chats often turn into BUYS............, but since you aren't a fifty fo LOVER, well, it won't happen, MAYBE.........Dale in Indy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrEarl Posted August 6, 2013 Author Share Posted August 6, 2013 Be CAREFUL, chats often turn into BUYS............, but since you aren't a fifty fo LOVER, well, it won't happen, MAYBE.........Dale in IndyMrEarl has bought his last fitty fo Buick. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smithbrother Posted August 6, 2013 Share Posted August 6, 2013 SURE!!!!!!!!!!!, like I won't LITE EM-UP , again.Dale in Indy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest wildcat465 Posted August 6, 2013 Share Posted August 6, 2013 MrEarl has bought his last fitty fo Buick. Yeah, right. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FLYER15015 Posted August 6, 2013 Share Posted August 6, 2013 Hey Mr. Earl, I've been to Country Classics in Ill. and they have some nice cars. This green '54 would really compliment Terry's wardrobe, if you would help her fix it up a bit, and then she could join in on our discussions. Waddya think ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NC-car-guy Posted August 7, 2013 Share Posted August 7, 2013 Here's a sweet lil 15K mile all original Special. A 3 speed car with a pristine non-flexible steering wheel and check out the nice original headliner and condition of dash. From where I'm sitting the upholstery and glass all looks good and I see no rust through in the normal places. Somebody needs to rescue this '54 time capsule and bring to the next National for an Archival Class Elite award. Nobody hardly ever wants to spend a lots of money on 4 doors, so having something like this that would be so unique and interesting in and of it's own right to me would be so exciting. Park this next to a newly restored 54-55-56 and see which one draws the biggest crowd.If it is a running, driving and stopping car, I think the asking price is reasonable to start negotiations at. Email me if I can be of any help in what to look for or ask the seller. I will be calling them later just to chat about the car. 1954 BUICK SPECIALnice find! I love it! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smithbrother Posted August 7, 2013 Share Posted August 7, 2013 Man would that ever be a FOOLER, drop a 502 in it, 9" Ford rear, dis. brakes all around, 6-speed manual, and leave the shifter on the column.Clear the finish, just to stop any surface action. That's what I would do, no changes to body though. Some of you MIGHT not agree, but each to his own, right? Right!Dale in Indy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave Gelinas (XP-300) Posted August 7, 2013 Share Posted August 7, 2013 MrEarl has bought his last fitty fo Buick. ....but not his last '54 Buick Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stealthbob Posted August 7, 2013 Share Posted August 7, 2013 MrEarl has bought his last fitty fo Buick. You do realize these forums have a crazy long memory right?Ok folks, I'm starting to take bets but I have to set the line for the over/under. I figure 15 months is about right....me I'd pick under. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FLYER15015 Posted August 7, 2013 Share Posted August 7, 2013 MrEarl has bought his last fitty fo Buick. Maybe fo hisself, but what about others ? See post #110.Mike in Colorado Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Earl B. Posted August 7, 2013 Share Posted August 7, 2013 See what NC has to offer....greensboro all for sale / wanted classifieds "1954 buick" - craigslist Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave Gelinas (XP-300) Posted August 23, 2013 Share Posted August 23, 2013 (edited) Check out this beautiful 1954 Century Convertible for sale in Texas.1954 Buick Century For Sale Denton, Texas Edited August 23, 2013 by xp-300 (see edit history) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smithbrother Posted August 23, 2013 Share Posted August 23, 2013 If it 'IS', as nice as pictures hint, then you certainly could NOT build for that price. Well, unless you did it yourself, and didn't count hours, and hours of work.Not my color, but very nice. Personally it needs gravity to work to the tune of about 1-1-1/2", IMO.What does Mr. Earl say????Dale in Indy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrEarl Posted August 24, 2013 Author Share Posted August 24, 2013 If it 'IS', as nice as pictures hint, then you certainly could NOT build for that price. Well, unless you did it yourself, and didn't count hours, and hours of work.Not my color, but very nice. Personally it needs gravity to work to the tune of about 1-1-1/2", IMO.What does Mr. Earl say????Dale in IndyMama always said "If you can't say something nice................" But I gotta ask "How did a Century 'vertible end up with a radiator shroud from a Special syncromesh tranny car????? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrEarl Posted August 24, 2013 Author Share Posted August 24, 2013 Me and this guy....gotta be kin!!! tennesseerebell | eBay Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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