Guest funnytoe Posted October 28, 2012 Share Posted October 28, 2012 hi guys . im new to restoring car pre 60's so a friend of mine called me that he found a 1956 buick super . its a complete car all original. the problem is that the owner parked it in the back yard over 30 years ago in the elements and it has not moved since.so it need a complete restoration . so im wondering if parts for these cars are hard to come by?where would i find say a rocker panel if it needed replacement?car looks solid its a california car it has a few little areas that look like i might have to patch up but not much rust at all. i just dont want to end up purchasing something that will end up being a nightmare trying to chase down parts for.im not looking to restore the car to 100% original. but would like to know that if i needed a patch panel due to a rust spot i find that it wouldnt be next to impossible to find.right now im finishing my 63 nova . there are some things that i had to make cause no body panels are made for it.but it was no big deal. most of the other parts you can order from several sources.any info on taking on this 56 super would be greatly appreciated . i wasnt looking for a new project but the price is so good i dont think i can pass it up. unless its hard to find replacement parts.if i do buy it i would do a frame off restoration . any way thank you guys for any info you can provide me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
49_buick_super Posted October 28, 2012 Share Posted October 28, 2012 ... i just dont want to end up purchasing something that will end up being a nightmare trying to chase down parts for...The parts chase is at least 50% of the fun for most of us here.I would recommend joining the BCA. The monthly publication is a wealth of information on where to find Buick parts. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest shadetree77 Posted October 28, 2012 Share Posted October 28, 2012 Welcome to the forum and the to the world of Buick funnytoe! I too was new to 50's cars when I bought my '52 in 2011. Older cars are not like anything you have probably worked on before. But with the help of a service manual (easily located on EBAY) and members here on the Buick forums they are easy to figure out. Things weren't overly complicated back then, just different. Once you figure them out they are easy to work on. Replacement parts aren't impossible to find. EBAY and Craigslist can be a good place to find parts. I found a fender and a door on EBAY at one point. There are also some companies out there that cater specifically to the Buick guys. There is also a Buy/Sell Buick forum here. As 49_Super mentioned above, you can also join the Buick Club of America to begin receiving the monthly club magazine the Buick Bugle. It contains a Buy/Sell section as well. In the meantime, here is a list of parts suppliers I've compiled from my time here. If you do make the purchase, hop on over to the "Me and My Buick" forum and show us some pictures! NOS and used Buick (and others) parts:Bob's Automobilia3352 South El PomarTempleton, CA 93465805-434-2963805-434-2626 (fax)Bob's AutomobiliaClassic BuicksP.O. Box 28Dallas, OR 97338-0028503-831-4913 (fax)Classic Buick parts, high quality and exceptional value! Classic Buick parts, high quality and exceptional value!The Buick FarmPO Box 384Clayton, DE 19938NOS Buick Parts & Original Literature, 1935-2012 or PresentCARs, Inc.205 Pearl StNeshanic Station, NJ 08853908-369-3666Old Buick Parts - CARS. Inc.Antique Auto Supply1225 Colorado Ln.Arlington, TX 76015817-275-2381775-234-9858 (fax)antiqueautosupply@yahoo.comAntique Auto Supply, Keeping the Old Car Hobby alive for the last 50 years"Classic NOS Parts815-399-1075classicnosparts@aol.comClassic NOS PartsUsed Buick parts:Ken SchmidtThe Buick Bonery4700 8TH AveSacramento, CA 95820-1511916-599-3934buickbonery@hotmail.comMoore's Auto Salvage1761 Country RoadRapid City, SD 57701605-348-4926605-348-0499 (fax)Moores Auto Salvage: Quality parts for antique and classic cars and trucks from the 1920s to 1980s.Various Buick parts (engine, suspension, etc.):Kanter Auto Products76 Monroe StBoonton, NJ 070051-800-526-1096973-334-9575973-334-5423 (fax)TA Performance Products16167 N. 81st StreetScottsdale, AZ 85260480-922-6807TA Performance Products Inc. - Your Leader in Buick Automotive Parts and Accessories Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnD1956 Posted October 30, 2012 Share Posted October 30, 2012 You may want to inspect that frame closely. 30 years on dirt that has any chance of getting damp may have done a good job of distintegrating the integrity of the metal. BTW, is this a 2/4 dr? Pics please. Just love those Supers... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest chevy_dude97 Posted October 30, 2012 Share Posted October 30, 2012 Here is a list I have compiled while searching online at work. Some good links and alot are copies as shadetree has already posted above.Old Buick Parts - CARS. Inc.Bob's Automobiliahttp://www.kanter.com/NOS Buick Parts & Original Literature, 1935-2012 or PresentBuick Club of America - BCA - Welcomehttp://www.restorationstuff.com/pdf/RestorationSupplyCompany.pdfPhenolic Canvas CE & Phenolic Linen LE | JJ Orly, Inc. (phanolic sheets)Auto Restoration Supplies for Classic Cars, Antique Cars, Exotic Cars - HirschAuto.com (PAINT)Foammartwww.interstateplastics.com/PhenolicIrontite by Kwik-Way Inc. (crack repair plugs)Stainless Steel Lost Wax / Investment Casting,View Stainless Steel Lost Wax,Customized Product Details from Xiamen Stick Industry Co., Ltd. on Alibaba.comRADIO LINKSAntique Electronic Supply LLC (radio repair parts)Play Things Of Past: Vintage Radios, Tubes, Parts (RADIO PARTS)South Texas Antique Electronics - Your source for car radio repair and restoration (RADIO REPAIR SHOP)http://www.nosmopar.com/query.asp?make=CHEV+AND+GMC+TRUCK&year=0§ion=RADIOS (tubes/vibrators)Nostalgia Air Tube Substitution & Characteristics Guide (tube convertion chart) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Budd Posted November 3, 2012 Share Posted November 3, 2012 Welcome to the forum Funnytoe, and congratulations on your purchase. Along with the others above, I have a link of 1956 Buick resources that you can make use of as needed. If you have questions, all of us here on the forum has opinions we'll share with you Resources - 1956 BuickCheers,Budd Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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