MrEarl Posted March 27, 2015 Share Posted March 27, 2015 Jake, if I was still buyin ftty-fo's I would be making an offer instead of telling you about this. Looks solid enough, EZEye glass looks good, all the ORIGINAL bumpers and trim is there (even the hood spear isn't broke) and I really like the Casino Beige. Could be a fun car with just a little mechanicin and detailing. Only thing I can fault this car with is the portholes are bassackwards. Which says it may have had a repaint some time in it's life. (or it may been originally assembled on a Monday) http://www.ebay.com/itm/Buick-Other-super-/181699515847?forcerrptr=true&hash=item2a4e2295c7&item=181699515847The seller has provided excellent detailed photos of critical parts of the body and chassis and has good feedback. Make him an offer, all he can say is no. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrEarl Posted March 27, 2015 Author Share Posted March 27, 2015 Tell you the truth Jake, after looking at that solid bottom of trunk lid, back floor board and dash and headliner condition, I wouldn't even take a chance of waiting to see if he accepted my offer. I'd hit the Buy It Now button and be hooking up my trailer. As you well know Jake, these 2 door big bodies are getting scarce, in any condition, much less an unmolested car with as much potential as this. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pete Phillips Posted March 27, 2015 Share Posted March 27, 2015 VERY nice just as is. If it were mine, I would not touch that paint, except for a good polishing job! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrEarl Posted March 27, 2015 Author Share Posted March 27, 2015 and the spark plug covers and starter cover are in the front seat and trunk, this car was probably a one or two owner. Mileage is probably 167K. Engine is wrong color but all that may be saying is the engine was rebuilt. Looks to be an original GM key in the ignition. Anybody want to bet a double shot of Johnny Walker Black this car doesn't last another 48 hours on ebay. And another double shot that it doesn't go overseas when it does sell. And another that Jake lets this one slip by because it is "too far away" Hell maybe I'll just go have me a fifth and buy the car myself. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrEarl Posted March 27, 2015 Author Share Posted March 27, 2015 VERY nice just as is. If it were mine, I would not touch that paint, except for a good polishing job!Now there's a man who appreciates a good solid car when he sees one. By the way, I do not work for the seller of this car. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrEarl Posted March 29, 2015 Author Share Posted March 29, 2015 Sorry to hear the timing isn't right for you on this one Jake. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
g-g-g0 Posted March 29, 2015 Share Posted March 29, 2015 Price lowered to $4995! If I had room and an understanding wife (especially the latter) I would be all over this. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smartin Posted March 29, 2015 Share Posted March 29, 2015 I agree...this is a really tempting car. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrEarl Posted March 29, 2015 Author Share Posted March 29, 2015 Price lowered to $4995! If I had room and an understanding wife (especially the latter) I would be all over this.Uhhhhhh....................1942 Buick Special Sedanet 46S1952 Roadmaster Sedan 72 X 1953 Buick Super Convertible 56C (Original 20'er)1957 Buick Special 2 DR HT 46R (Original factory 3 speed driver)1957 Buick Special 2 DR HT 46R (Restomod project)1969 Buick Sport Wagon (Driver Stored for now)2014 Buick Enclave1957 Cadillac Eldorado Seville (project)Looks pretty darn understanding to me good sir. Man, put some nice wide whites to compliment the white roof and BAM!!! So reminds me of a long lost love.....Somebody please hit the Buy It Now button, I'm too old to be divorced!!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest my3buicks Posted March 29, 2015 Share Posted March 29, 2015 Breathe Mr. Earl, Breathe Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrEarl Posted March 29, 2015 Author Share Posted March 29, 2015 I agree...this is a really tempting car.I would love to see this baby after about a week in your shop Adam!!! Breathe Mr. Earl, Breathe I've already experienced one weak at the knee's experience this last week (more on that later), I don't know if I can take another. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smartin Posted March 29, 2015 Share Posted March 29, 2015 It is automatically declining my offers...I guess I'm too cheap Going to try one more time... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
parkertom Posted March 29, 2015 Share Posted March 29, 2015 Hmmmm. 3.5 hours from me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrEarl Posted March 29, 2015 Author Share Posted March 29, 2015 It is automatically declining my offers...I guess I'm too cheap Going to try one more time...Well??? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smartin Posted March 29, 2015 Share Posted March 29, 2015 It's still on eBay but I'm still mulling it over. Shipping is easily $1k + Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smartin Posted March 30, 2015 Share Posted March 30, 2015 I've sent 5 offers and all have been automatically declined. I just sent one last hail Mary before just hitting the BIN button...and it didn't kick it back yet. Now I wait. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrEarl Posted March 30, 2015 Author Share Posted March 30, 2015 Insert fingers crossed smiley here! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
60FlatTop Posted March 30, 2015 Share Posted March 30, 2015 Always dive the cost by 20. Then you get the entry fee for 20 years of ownership. If you don't like it sell it and make a few bucks.My Grandfather used to get hesitant customers on the lot and he'd come back in the shop saying the guy came looking for a car with a pocket full of fish hooks. They laughed at me almost 40 years ago when I paid about 2 grand for my Riviera.That '54 is nice car. If it was mine and I was offered $3,00 for it I would just tell them to buy the other one.Bernie Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smartin Posted March 31, 2015 Share Posted March 31, 2015 (edited) Looks like I'll be driving down the 1954 Buick highway soon! Edited March 31, 2015 by Smartin (see edit history) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
retirednow Posted March 31, 2015 Share Posted March 31, 2015 :cool::cool::cool: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brad Conley Posted March 31, 2015 Share Posted March 31, 2015 Looks like I'll be driving down the 1954 Buick highway soon!You sly dog, you.... I take it this "car thing" has been discussed with your lovely bride-to-be. I know I had that talk with Jodie before the "I do's". ( I know it has with you and Atena, just jerking you two's chain a little...:D)Nice acquisition!Proud of you son!:D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smartin Posted March 31, 2015 Share Posted March 31, 2015 (edited) This might end up as her car. It all depends on how things look when it gets here. Edited April 1, 2015 by Smartin (see edit history) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
buick5563 Posted March 31, 2015 Share Posted March 31, 2015 Nice! I was considering it too. Good grab. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smartin Posted April 1, 2015 Share Posted April 1, 2015 Will do, Al. It should be here next week sometime. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest my3buicks Posted April 1, 2015 Share Posted April 1, 2015 She certainly seems kind of into it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smartin Posted April 1, 2015 Share Posted April 1, 2015 She is definitely excited about it She seems to like the mid 50's Buicks...this one fits the bill nicely. I hope it is all it's cracked up to be, condition-wise. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrEarl Posted April 1, 2015 Author Share Posted April 1, 2015 Well alright Adam, you snagged you a nice one it looks like. Congrats!!!!! Can't wait to see what you do with it. Curious, is this the oldest Buick you have owned? Well, I hope it is even BETTER than "it is cracked up to be". Will be looking for you out on the '54 Buick Highway. :cool: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrEarl Posted April 1, 2015 Author Share Posted April 1, 2015 (edited) Adam, just for comparison, this seller is looking for $9,500 for this "similar" condition Superhttp://dayton.craigslist.org/cto/4941746776.htmlI really think you got a pretty good deal!!! plus you got power steering which comes in handy on a big body. Now before you start doing a lot of engine detailing, think about putting a 4 bbl on it. and I can help with that. Edited April 1, 2015 by MrEarl (see edit history) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fr. Buick Posted April 1, 2015 Share Posted April 1, 2015 Amen on the PS. I rebuilt a PS unit from Lamar's Buick Gardens and installed it on me Super. Wow, what a difference on a heavy Super!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smartin Posted April 1, 2015 Share Posted April 1, 2015 Cool! Do you think a 4bbl setup will make that much of a difference? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrEarl Posted April 1, 2015 Author Share Posted April 1, 2015 Honestly, don't know. Just heard some on here talk about swapping them out, maybe they will chime in as to any benefit. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
billbuickgs Posted April 1, 2015 Share Posted April 1, 2015 Adam,Nice score ! Can't wait to see what you do with itbased on you past cars !!!Good LuckBill Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
avgwarhawk Posted April 1, 2015 Share Posted April 1, 2015 Congratulations! Looking forward to seeing additional pictures. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smartin Posted April 1, 2015 Share Posted April 1, 2015 I would agree. The swap is not really even on my radar at this point. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fr. Buick Posted April 1, 2015 Share Posted April 1, 2015 I did the carb swap on my '54 Super, and noticed the difference. A Carter 2brl to a Carter 4brl. Now it also got some engine work and a tune-up, so this is not a scientific comparison. Off the line, I tend to go slow and easy just to be nice to the Dynaflow, so I won't guess how it is off the line. But going up a grade or accelerating onto the freeway, or making a pass, I feel a stronger pull. I just love the feel of the secondaries opening up! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrEarl Posted April 3, 2015 Author Share Posted April 3, 2015 I would agree. The swap is not really even on my radar at this point.Only reason I brought it up was like I said, something to consider before you start engine detailing. Apparently someone in engineering determined a 4 bbl would be a good thing in the Super's cause in 55 they came with them. In fact if you really wanted some help catching up to traffic on interstate on-ramps, I'd suggest going with a '55 Carter with larger throats, as they were part of the equation of the 30+ hp gain from 54 to 55. And just sayin all this, as I realize you got plenty else to be thinking about. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smartin Posted April 3, 2015 Share Posted April 3, 2015 Duly noted! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smartin Posted April 6, 2015 Share Posted April 6, 2015 The fitty-fo will be here Tuesday afternoon! What do you all think about Titian Red with white top? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnD1956 Posted April 6, 2015 Share Posted April 6, 2015 The fitty-fo will be here Tuesday afternoon! What do you all think about Titian Red with white top? Gorgeous! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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