WTB 1939 Buick front bumper

[Franzzu]

Looking for a '39 front bumper, any condition, preferably not bent up too bad, with brackets.  218-387-4955

[Dynaflash8]

Somebody has been advertising a front bumper (needs plating) on eBay for over a month.

[Franzzu]

Thanks - I've been watching that auction, but he doesn't have brackets.  I might buy it though and worry about brackets later!

[Bob H]

Greetings: I'll need to look but think I have what you need for 1939 Special. We are in Rainier, Oregon so freight will be spendy. I'll get a picture for you. Also have many other 1939 Special parts. Bob H

[1939_Buick]

9 hours ago, Franzzu said:

Thanks - I've been watching that auction, but he doesn't have brackets.  I might buy it though and worry about brackets later!

There are 2 types of front brackets:-

Early type has a individual bracket each side

Later type has a wide bracket that goes across the center. 

 

Dave T (as in the other thread)

The best source of pre war Buick parts is Dave Tacheny in Champlin, MN. He specializes in 1936-1941 Buick parts. He is old school:- no email. The best way to contact him is to call him between 4 and 7 pm Central at 763-427 3460. You can also write him a letter. His address is 11949 Oregon Ave N., Champlin, MN 55316. 

http://forums.aaca.org/topic/206688-dave-tachney/

 

And we like photo's of '39's ☺️

Edited August 18, 2018 by 1939_Buick
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[Franzzu]

Thanks for the info.  Great to know there's a vintage Buick parts source that's close by.  I'll post a pic of my car shortly.  

[Franzzu]

Wondering if there's been any reports of selling fraud via this website.  After posting this ad, I got a call from a guy in Vegas that claims to have bumpers for my car - can't send pics, isn't a member (says he got a call from a friend that's a member).  Before I send small boatloads of cash to someone I've never met, I'd like some reassurance that it's a legit deal!  Just curious if anyone's had any experience with this before.  Thanks!

[Franzzu]

[Bob H]

Pictures of 1939 Special front bumper and brackets, better shape than I remembered. The center guard is optional and included for $150 + freight. Anchor bolt is bad on the center guard. Our area code is 97048 if you want to try to calculate freight yourself. Bumper length is 67 inches. Bob H

[pont35cpe]

1 hour ago, Franzzu said:

Wondering if there's been any reports of selling fraud via this website.  After posting this ad, I got a call from a guy in Vegas that claims to have bumpers for my car - can't send pics, isn't a member (says he got a call from a friend that's a member).  Before I send small boatloads of cash to someone I've never met, I'd like some reassurance that it's a legit deal!  Just curious if anyone's had any experience with this before.  Thanks!

Sounds like a scammer.. Not a member, no pictures, equals "red flag" to me. Seems like there was a scammer from Vegas within the past couple weeks. Your mistake is listing your phone number, deal with people on this site thru Personal Message.

[Dynaflash8]

The front bumper guard is not optional......it might be for sale separately, but all '39 Specials and Century's had that one as stand equipment.  I have one, but I'm keeping it as a spare, guards and all.  As for the brackets, all those I ever saw in my life (many, many) had the two piece brackets except one.  I found out that one was not introduced until May 1939 almost at the end of production.  Good luck, it looks like you have the makings of a very nice car.  I had that guy from Vegas contact me saying he had the whole heater core assembly for my '41 Buick in perfect shape too.  I think I agree with the others of you on him.

Edited August 19, 2018 by Dynaflash8 (see edit history)

[39BuickEight]

For shipping reference, I shipped a 1939 front bumper from KY to TX several months ago for $65 via fedex.  Just wrapped it in cardboard and packing tape.  No need to pack it in any sort of box.