Daves1940Buick56S Posted February 27, 2018 Share Posted February 27, 2018 Well, I am getting the itch again. With my 1940 56S now settled in pretty well, I am looking to add to the stable. I have always loved the look of the 1938 coupes, like a lot of other folk. I would prefer a Century but will consider a Special with sidemounts. Looking for a really nice example that is not a project - I already have one of those! - and am willing to pay accordingly. Cheers, Dave Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
suchan Posted February 27, 2018 Share Posted February 27, 2018 There's an ad for a '38 Special on this forum, which you've likely found? Owner seems to think he'she knows to the dollar what the car's worth, which precludes the fun of negotiating, though. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Daves1940Buick56S Posted February 27, 2018 Author Share Posted February 27, 2018 Yeah, I saw it. Special, not Century, although maybe finding a good Century will be a bridge too far. From the skimpy pics it looked all right, but who knows how much work to even get it dependable. Paint looks shot. Too many unknowns there. Thanks, Dave Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shanezwarg Posted February 28, 2018 Share Posted February 28, 2018 Minnesota Craig's list has a 60k original 38 special, duel side mount coupe. For 22k. 3rd owner Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1939_Buick Posted February 28, 2018 Share Posted February 28, 2018 https://minneapolis.craigslist.org/dak/cto/d/1938-buick-series-40-opera/6494850279.html Quote For sale is this beautiful 1938 Buick, It is the opera coupe model. 64,300 actual miles , 3rd owner , no rust , Always stored in a heated garage. It has the straight 8 valve in head "Dynaflash" engine. The color is Whistler Gray which is a brownish gray color. This is an unmolested all original car and everything is there. Serious Buyers Only. Please don't call and offer $22,000 because you cannot own this car for $22,000. If you are looking for "The One" then step up and drive this beauty home. More pictures upon Serious Requests Only. $27,500 OBO . Thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Daves1940Buick56S Posted February 28, 2018 Author Share Posted February 28, 2018 Thanks! I did see this, as I said above. Looks like it would need more work than I want to do. Would rather spend more and have to do less - if I can! Cheers, Dave Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matt Harwood Posted February 28, 2018 Share Posted February 28, 2018 I'm bummed that we both missed that '37 Century coupe at Gateway a few months ago. I was actually talking to someone on the phone trying to buy it when someone else grabbed it. I'm sad I missed it--it was ridiculously under-priced. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BenBuick38 Posted March 1, 2018 Share Posted March 1, 2018 Buick Century Sport Coupe , mod 66S 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Daves1940Buick56S Posted March 1, 2018 Author Share Posted March 1, 2018 (edited) That's the ticket! Is this car for sale? Never mind, looks like it's in Scandinavia somewhere. Cheers, Dave Edited March 1, 2018 by Daves1940Buick56S (see edit history) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
suchan Posted March 2, 2018 Share Posted March 2, 2018 How about this? http://findclassicars.com/buick/149196-1938-buick-century-coupe-body-off-frame-build-full-race-straight-8-fun.html Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BenBuick38 Posted March 3, 2018 Share Posted March 3, 2018 On 1 mars 2018 at 9:59 PM, Daves1940Buick56S said: That's the ticket! Is this car for sale? Never mind, looks like it's in Scandinavia somewhere. Cheers, Dave Yes its for sale ,, but its lokated in Sweden ,, but thats not a problem , its ok to ship it to Baltimore Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
suchan Posted March 4, 2018 Share Posted March 4, 2018 Don't know if this is sold, but worth a look: http://smclassiccars.com/buick/278132-1938-buick-special-series-40-coupe-rare-semi-automatic-trans-side-mounted-spare.html Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
suchan Posted March 4, 2018 Share Posted March 4, 2018 Or: http://smclassiccars.com/buick/113892-1938-buick-special-series-40-2-door-opera-coupe-straight-8-runs-great.html Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Daves1940Buick56S Posted March 4, 2018 Author Share Posted March 4, 2018 Suchan, I sent inquiries on both. Ben, send me a PM. Cheers, Dave Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maverick587 Posted March 14, 2018 Share Posted March 14, 2018 (edited) 1938 Buick Special Convertible - in the move, IQ with Meg Ryan and Walter Matthau Twin side mounts, straight 8, 56k original miles Will consider cash and trade. Please contact me at 951-453-4669 Edited March 14, 2018 by Maverick587 Change number (see edit history) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
suchan Posted March 14, 2018 Share Posted March 14, 2018 4 hours ago, Maverick587 said: 1938 Buick Special Convertible - in the move, IQ with Meg Ryan and Walter Matthau Twin side mounts, straight 8, 56k original miles Will consider cash and trade. Please contact me at 951-453-4669 This should be a new topic. Anyway, if you want responses, you would do better to name a price, what you might consider trading it for, does it run, where is it, more photos, more information...4 door convertibles aren't as desirable as convertible coupes, and they cost more to restore. Old Cars price guide says it can be worth from $2800 (lawn art) to $70K (absolutely flawless trailer queen). You decide where your car is along the spectrum. Good luck. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skateboardgumby Posted March 14, 2018 Share Posted March 14, 2018 Nice to know there are some '38 Buick coupes still available for sale. I'll probably go to my grave wishing I could afford one. Still, it's nice to dream. kind regards Garrett Meadows Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
suchan Posted May 15, 2020 Share Posted May 15, 2020 2 hours ago, shanezwarg said: 1938 century 66s, body number 19. all original, runs and drives good. may consider sale. very little rust. this is a easy restoration. canus19@yahoo.com. Any more photos? Asking price? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Daves1940Buick56S Posted May 15, 2020 Author Share Posted May 15, 2020 Thanks, Shane, but I did locate and buy one 2 years ago. Almost perfect but I had to pay. It was a private sale and never advertised anywhere. But maybe someone will want this! Cheers, Dave Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Barney Eaton Posted May 15, 2020 Share Posted May 15, 2020 Would you consider a '39? 66S restored around 1996 but only has roughly 2000 miles since that time. I have owned it for about 10 years and it needs a home where someone will use it. Last year I never put gas in it.... just showed it a couple of time. Interior is grey, has push button radio, heater, spot lights, sun visor, fog lights, stream boards and side mounts. It was even featured in the BCA Bugle in late 1996. Located in Texas. Asking $28K 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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