buick5563 Posted June 7, 2011 Share Posted June 7, 2011 For those of you who haven't been following my thread over on the Me and My Buick forum, this is to let y'all know about my new ride.I won an ebay auction for a 55 Century Wagon. I plan on just fixing this one (as opposed to restoring it). First thing will be to check the brakes. The engine sounds good, but the car jumps out of reverse, so I'll check the trans mounts and linkage. The interior is ratty in the front but relatively nice in the back seat area. An interesting thing to note is that in the cargo area, it is Daytona weave carpet glued to plywood. It is a very solid California car with minimal rust (zero rust through). The fuel pump is lying in the cargo area, so I may try to run it just on the electric pump and see if it vapor locks like my other 55's. All of the glass is good except the windshield which has a crack. I will probably try some experiments with this one such as ceramic coating on the intake and exhaust to combat this horrible Central Texas heat. There is already a 5 blade aftermarket fan. I also have a period correct knee-knocker AC unit that I may install. This may turn into my highway charger if all goes well.(I hate adding pics from the iphone!!!) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mark Shaw Posted June 7, 2011 Share Posted June 7, 2011 Mike, It's good to see you have another project car... I don't frequent the "Me & My Buick" section.Thanks for posting here... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
buick5563 Posted June 7, 2011 Author Share Posted June 7, 2011 Here ya go Mark. Cozy in with a beverage and some popcorn...http://forums.aaca.org/f163/55-century-convertible-project-272999.html Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Kingoftheroad Posted June 7, 2011 Share Posted June 7, 2011 (edited) Congrats on the newly acquired car, I'm envious ..Looks like it has the possibility of being a good driver.. Edited June 8, 2011 by Kingoftheroad (see edit history) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
buick5563 Posted June 8, 2011 Author Share Posted June 8, 2011 Thanks King Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NTX5467 Posted June 8, 2011 Share Posted June 8, 2011 CONGRATS on your newly expanded Project Buick vehicle fleet!I know that '55 Nomads had the plywood rear floor items, so it might well have been a "corporate" situation back then. Does this wagon also have the "IONIA BODY" logo on the rh frt sill plate?When's the 40' enclosed trailer and K3500 Crew Cab Duramax going to arrive?As usual . . . please keep us posted!Enjoy!NTX5467 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smartin Posted June 8, 2011 Share Posted June 8, 2011 Good to see it made it!Are you using Forum Runner on your iPhone? If not, check it out. It makes this forum much easier to navigate and faster to load. Note: Only forums equipped with the Forum Runner plug-in will work with the app. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jackofalltrades70 Posted June 8, 2011 Share Posted June 8, 2011 Mike,Wow! Great addition to your Buick family! I hope you really enjoy your wonderful "NEW" buick. Gotta love the wagon! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1957buickjim Posted June 8, 2011 Share Posted June 8, 2011 Mike, Nice Addition!! Now you're talking..I bet it is nice to get it home and get it road ready! I know..no frame off, frame on, etc...just a nice everyday driver..maybe some paint, tires, hmmmmm Enjoy your new addition. I am jealous.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
buick5563 Posted June 8, 2011 Author Share Posted June 8, 2011 Willis, the body plate says Ionia. I ought to post the stuff for Dave C to decode.No Adam, I'm just surfing au naturel with the iPhone. I need a newer version. If only I had an "in" at Apple.I was drooling over WWS's trailer for sale on the buy / sell forum. I would love a replacement trailer at some point. Ya know, I might still need one for when I finish the Convertible. I should be back working on that one soon, although working on my own stuff doesn't pay for giant car haulers . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Centurion Posted June 8, 2011 Share Posted June 8, 2011 Mike, congratulations! The car is exceedingly cool, and I'm glad you shared the information here since I had missed it in your Me and My Buick topic about the convertible restoration.Great choice! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TxBuicks Posted June 8, 2011 Share Posted June 8, 2011 There's nothing like a Buick Station Wagon. You will love it. Can't wait to see it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thriller Posted June 8, 2011 Share Posted June 8, 2011 Very much like a pie....SWEET!So, the old iPhone is your punishment for buying another car? Since your sweetie rocks, perhaps Woody will provide a new one for Father's Day.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NTX5467 Posted June 9, 2011 Share Posted June 9, 2011 Very much like a pie....Plenty of pie-hauling room in the back! Plus some SPAM, too!! How many update "behind" are you on your iPhone??? How's that "Employee Demo BETA" plan working out???Enjoy!NTX5467 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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