Guest 19cobra64 Posted October 30, 2013 Share Posted October 30, 2013 (edited) How can I find out what my BUICK 1938 Five-Passenger Two-Door Touring Sedan with trunk back Model 48 is worth, how many were manufactured, and is it a rare car? Edited October 31, 2013 by 19cobra64 (see edit history) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
keiser31 Posted October 30, 2013 Share Posted October 30, 2013 "1938 Five-Passenger Two-Door Touring Sedan with trunk back Model 48".....what? Buick? Cadillac? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest 19cobra64 Posted October 31, 2013 Share Posted October 31, 2013 Sorry, new at this. It is a Buick Special Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1939_Buick Posted November 1, 2013 Share Posted November 1, 2013 14213 made.http://classiccardatabase.com/search.php?year=1938&make=Buick&series=4422(Not sure if this source is 100% correct)What is worth ? What someone wil pay you for it.Without other information and photos from nil to serveral thousands. In summary not a lot. 2 door sedans were not popular in 1938. Is the same now2 door coupes model 46 worth a lot more Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MCHinson Posted November 1, 2013 Share Posted November 1, 2013 19cobra64,Welcome to the AACA Discussion Forum. I have moved your question to the Pre-War Buick Forum. Hopefully you will find some help here. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jscheib Posted November 1, 2013 Share Posted November 1, 2013 on the other hand, there are only a "handful" (5) of this model Shown as owned by members in the Buick Club roster. I think that year has some unique features such as a "sunshine" (sliding) roof panel and a semi-automatic transmission. If you have either or both, that would likely add value, but I am not the expert. Pictures would help show condition to make a value judgment. Also, some people really like the two door sedans, or coaches.John Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rlcokc Posted November 1, 2013 Share Posted November 1, 2013 how does one search the membership base to determine how many of one model vehicle is represented? I attempted to perform that search but not savvy enough to figure it out. Can PM me or post response--really appreciate the help. ThanksRod Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1937-44 Posted November 1, 2013 Share Posted November 1, 2013 Hi, Buick built 14,153 model 48s out of roughly 130,000 Buick Specials built in 1938. The model 48 is not "rare", however like John mentioned there are only 5 of them in the BCA. There are more out their than that,the owners just don't belong to the club. As mentioned the value of the car has a wide range from about $500 to $30,000 depending on condition. Obviously the $30,000 price is for a pristine condition 1 car which is scarce. Without pictures and a lot more information a true value cannot be put on your car. Carl Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1937-44 Posted November 1, 2013 Share Posted November 1, 2013 Rod, In the back of the Membership Roster is a list of members cars by year and model. Carl Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mark Shaw Posted November 1, 2013 Share Posted November 1, 2013 I value mine over $20k. It has 41,500 original miles, original interior, a Century rear end, new wiring harness, and repainted less than 3 years ago. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rlcokc Posted November 1, 2013 Share Posted November 1, 2013 Carlappreciate response but I've been trying to locate the "membership roster" for the last 20 minutes. Help a old guy out and tell me where to find it. Thanks again.Rod Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jscheib Posted November 1, 2013 Share Posted November 1, 2013 Rod,The roster is only available to BCA members in hard copy. I recommend you join the BCA. The alternative might be to find some member that will let you borrow a copy. See the header of this forum to join, at www.buickclub.orgJohn Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rlcokc Posted November 1, 2013 Share Posted November 1, 2013 Once again thanks for response and wasn't trying to hijack thread. Know I've belonged in past and believe I am current member but will check and if not certainly will pay my dues and join. I try to support all the organizations which are helpful to us who are participating in the hobby. I also know in past I have received the document you are referring to and used to get newsletter from local chapter out of Tulsa. Not sure it still exists as I don't see listed or maybe my membership expired and I didn't renew. In any event thanks for the information and I will take care to do what I need to now that I understand. May just need to locate the hard copy book. Again thanks.Rod Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Rob McDonald Posted November 1, 2013 Share Posted November 1, 2013 2 door sedans were not popular in 1938. Is the same nowProbably true but I've seen Mark's car and consider it much more attractive than a 4-door of the same series. All those hot rodders, who butcher anything with two doors, can't be wrong. Um, well actually they are all wrong but you get my point. Particularly without sidemounts, these "coaches" are very modern-looking, for their time. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mark Shaw Posted November 1, 2013 Share Posted November 1, 2013 Thanks Rob... I agree that side mounts really don't add to the looks of these cars. And, they are always in the way when working under the hood... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1937-44 Posted November 2, 2013 Share Posted November 2, 2013 Side mounts might look nice to some, but I prefer the lines of the car without them. Mark is also right that side mounts get in the way when working under the hood. I also prefer the convenience of my 2 door. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
danhar1960 Posted November 2, 2013 Share Posted November 2, 2013 In regard to looks, I would agree with Carl's comment above. I'm not a big fan of 6 wheel equipment. I would also agree with Mark's comments above about working on a car with them. Carl, what is it that you find "convenient" about the 2 door as opposed to the 4 door ??(Hopefully that doesn't come across as a smart@rse question )Danny Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1937-44 Posted November 2, 2013 Share Posted November 2, 2013 Hi Danny, Not a smart@rse question at all. The two door models have a door that is about a foot longer than the four doors front door. Normally my car only has one or two people in it at a time and the larger door makes it a lot easier getting in and out. Carl Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mark Shaw Posted November 2, 2013 Share Posted November 2, 2013 Carl is right about the front seat passengers, but getting in the back seat is another matter... But it's great for little ones.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
egor Posted November 2, 2013 Share Posted November 2, 2013 And, a family with small kids would appreciate not having a door by the back seat, especially the suicide doors of the four-door '38's. Hi Danny, Not a smart@rse question at all. The two door models have a door that is about a foot longer than the four doors front door. Normally my car only has one or two people in it at a time and the larger door makes it a lot easier getting in and out. Carl Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
danhar1960 Posted November 2, 2013 Share Posted November 2, 2013 I hear what you blokes are saying. My first car was a 2 door Corolla and my thoughts drift back to forever getting in and out to let mates in or out.I do like the access to the rear with the suicide doors on a 4 door but I must say that the kids and suicide doors is always a worry.Danny Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FLYER15015 Posted November 10, 2013 Share Posted November 10, 2013 (edited) Would I be bucking the trend here if I voted for 6 tyres and 4 doors ?My grand daughters were trained at a very young age to sit in the back with their hands in their laps, and WAIT for the doors to be opened for them. Now, that takes their boyfriends by surprise...... HE HE HE I love "payback"............Mike in Colorado Edited November 10, 2013 by FLYER15015 (see edit history) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
trp3141592 Posted November 10, 2013 Share Posted November 10, 2013 Hi,The two deciding factors on my decision to buy my 37 Roadmonster were: 1) The headlights are up on side of the radiator where they belong, and, 2) it has those two wonderful sexy, attractive, distinguished, aristocratic, and GLORIOUS sidemounts!--Tom Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
danhar1960 Posted November 10, 2013 Share Posted November 10, 2013 Sidemounts seem to sit better and look far more in place on the bigger cars. "Aristocratic" is a good choice of phrase. The sidemounts on a '39 Special are truly a bit "howyagoen".It's a "to each his own" thing I guess.Danny Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest 42buickman Posted November 10, 2013 Share Posted November 10, 2013 After reading all this conversation about which is best, 4 doors, 2 doors, side mounts etc., I just couldn't pass this up. Which is best is all in the eyes of the beholder. If we all liked the same thing, wouldn't it be sort of boring to go to a swap meet and all be looking for parts for the same model vehicle ? My theory has always been "You have one, I have one, mine's for sale."Oh, by the way, the Sunshine Turret Top never came out till '39, and then lasted only thru '40, never was an option in '38. You guys keep the TEACHING BUICK coming, I'll try to keep the LEARNING BUICK going, then someday, I hope to get my Buick Diploma. It's a correspondence course, no classroom attendance required. Thanks, Paul Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FLYER15015 Posted November 10, 2013 Share Posted November 10, 2013 There goes Tom again, with that headlight thing.Kind of like walking around with your shoulders hunched up. Or a P-51 Mustang flying around with empty wing tanks.Two empty tool boxes hanging off the grille, when he knows they really belong nestled comfortably in those big honking fenders.Click on avatar at left for proper headlight location.Mike in Colorado Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
trp3141592 Posted November 10, 2013 Share Posted November 10, 2013 Hi,I just don't understand why anyone would build either houses or headlights on low-ground flood planes. :-)BTW--a winter project for the Monster is to remove and discard the might-be-there-I-don't know-yet oil screen(s) and install a canister cartridge oil filter upstream of the rocker assembly as per Mike's specs. The canister I got on Ebay is from a Ford 9N or 2N tractor, needing a NAPA 1010 filter element. A little bracket fabbing work will make it fit just fine.--Tom Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FLYER15015 Posted November 11, 2013 Share Posted November 11, 2013 (edited) Oh Tom, flood plane ? You must be referring to those '41's where they are about to fall into the river. I think mine are nestled safely up on the bluff.A bypass filter should not be difficult to add, so long as you use the correct size tubing. I would think that a filter can could be had off almost any Buick engine from '40 to '53 with the correct bracket to mount it on the side plate cover bolts.Next thing you know, you will want to get that hocky stick shifter out from between you and your best girl, and put it up on the steering tube where it bellongs. HE HE HE.........Seriously, how's your oil pressure ? At our annual pan cleaning party back in September, we redid the pump as recommended. Emoried the cover plate down to .0015" clearance to the drive gear, and stuck a 3/8" spacer behind the relief valve spring. Boy what a difference !!! 60# @ cold start up, 30# at HOT idle, and 45# cruiz'n down the road. And that is with Kendal 10w40 and one can of STP.We also flattened the flanges of the pan where the bolts go thru, and I posted pictures of the before and after. Just search for the "Is your pan flat" thread for pic's.Best Regards,Mike in Colorado Edited November 11, 2013 by FLYER15015 (see edit history) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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