Inherited buicks, seeking guidance

[AvMac Services, Inc.]

 

 

 

Edited April 29, 2021 by AvMac Services, Inc.
Car has been sold (see edit history)

[TerryB]

Is it original under the hood?  Paint color seems unusual for the era.

[Lebowski]

What kind of guidance are you seeking? Do you want to restore it or sell it or what? You mentioned "Buicks" so feel free to post pics of the others and how about telling us a little about them and also where they are located. Thanks.... 

[Crazyfamily]

What that over on the OTHER side, is it for sale?  
 

^Should be less $$, it’s missing a roof!  😅😅😅😅🤣

[neil morse]

Looks like a very nice '37 Roadmaster sedan in a rather unfortunate color.  As Lebowski says, what kind of guidance are you looking for?

[bhemi]

Definitely a quality paint job in non-stock color. If it is all original otherwise you might have some interest. A purist would look to be returning it to a factory color ASAP. I don't mind the color but would have limited in interest in a four door. It's a hot rod color on the "least likely to be a hot rod" model. Post up the the other Buicks and if you're serious there is a classified page  

[MCHinson]

2 hours ago, neil morse said:

Looks like a very nice '37 Roadmaster sedan in a rather unfortunate color.  As Lebowski says, what kind of guidance are you looking for?

I don't think that is a Roadmaster. I believe it is a Century, although it could be a Special. It is difficult to tell from those photos. That color is close to a 1938 color, but it is clearly not a 1937 color. I have a suspicion that I may know who painted that car. I have a friend who used to own a 1937 Century that he painted in a color that looks like that. He got the color idea from a 1937 brochure that appeared to show a car in a similar color. The artist who colored the brochure obviously did not know what colors that they were going to actually use in 1937 production. 

 

I would be interested in knowing what sort of guidance you are looking for regarding the car. 

[neil morse]

1 hour ago, MCHinson said:

I don't think that is a Roadmaster. I believe it is a Century

 

Haha -- OK, that's what I get for going out on a limb.  I just saw the long hood.

[suchan]

Hood and wheels look like a Century, but camera angles can deceive.

Color seems to be a riff on the '38 color Raphael Green (see attached), especially with what appears to be slightly darker wheels.

I wouldn't be in a rush to repaint. I think it looks pretty good! I think the '37 sedans wear bright colors better than the '38's.

Anyway, to the OP's interest, which I'm guessing is mainly how much is it worth: Original drivetrain? How's the interior? Does it run?

We need details!

[AvMac Services, Inc.]

On 9/9/2020 at 5:53 PM, TerryB said:

Is it original under the hood?  Paint color seems unusual for the era.

Yes about original under the hood; I'm trying to post interior and motor pictures but i'm not very good on the computer.

Keep checking; I will find help.

 

[AvMac Services, Inc.]

On 9/10/2020 at 2:25 PM, MCHinson said:

I don't think that is a Roadmaster. I believe it is a Century, although it could be a Special. It is difficult to tell from those photos. That color is close to a 1938 color, but it is clearly not a 1937 color. I have a suspicion that I may know who painted that car. I have a friend who used to own a 1937 Century that he painted in a color that looks like that. He got the color idea from a 1937 brochure that appeared to show a car in a similar color. The artist who colored the brochure obviously did not know what colors that they were going to actually use in 1937 production. 

 

I would be interested in knowing what sort of guidance you are looking for regarding the car. 

I'm looking for a range on value and wanted to see what type of questions would come from experienced people so I knew what I needed to know.  Thanks.

[AvMac Services, Inc.]

On 9/10/2020 at 2:25 PM, MCHinson said:

I don't think that is a Roadmaster. I believe it is a Century, although it could be a Special. It is difficult to tell from those photos. That color is close to a 1938 color, but it is clearly not a 1937 color. I have a suspicion that I may know who painted that car. I have a friend who used to own a 1937 Century that he painted in a color that looks like that. He got the color idea from a 1937 brochure that appeared to show a car in a similar color. The artist who colored the brochure obviously did not know what colors that they were going to actually use in 1937 production. 

 

I would be interested in knowing what sort of guidance you are looking for regarding the car. 

Value Range ?  And what info people need to be able to express an opinion.

[AvMac Services, Inc.]

On 9/10/2020 at 12:22 PM, bhemi said:

Definitely a quality paint job in non-stock color. If it is all original otherwise you might have some interest. A purist would look to be returning it to a factory color ASAP. I don't mind the color but would have limited in interest in a four door. It's a hot rod color on the "least likely to be a hot rod" model. Post up the the other Buicks and if you're serious there is a classified page  

Thanks !

[AvMac Services, Inc.]

3 hours ago, suchan said:

Hood and wheels look like a Century, but camera angles can deceive.

Color seems to be a riff on the '38 color Raphael Green (see attached), especially with what appears to be slightly darker wheels.

I wouldn't be in a rush to repaint. I think it looks pretty good! I think the '37 sedans wear bright colors better than the '38's.

Anyway, to the OP's interest, which I'm guessing is mainly how much is it worth: Original drivetrain? How's the interior? Does it run?

We need details!

I'm trying to load more pictures; It could be running with minimal work; It was running when parked (approximately 2 years ago). Previous Owner got sick & then passed.  A few pictures have been posted of the 29 Buick (more to follow).

[AvMac Services, Inc.]

Just now, AvMac Services, Inc. said:

I'm trying to load more pictures; It could be running with minimal work; It was running when parked (approximately 2 years ago). Previous Owner got sick & then passed.  A few pictures have been posted of the 29 Buick (more to follow).

Has original drive train & interior is great.

[MCHinson]

I hesitate to hijack the original thread but my friend who I suspect was the one that painted the car that is the subject of this discussion restored a 1937 Century in that color many years ago. He sold it. A few years ago, he was so sad about selling the first one, that he restored another one and painted it the same color. He recently sold the second one. I am 99% sure that is the Mecum car.  

[Fr. Buick]

Hi ho there, Kermit the frog!  And I like the color.  That's a collectible year, so maybe getting it to an older local mechanic to just get it running and stopping and a little roadtested might get you money ahead or at least a more easy sell.

 

[MCHinson]

4 hours ago, AvMac Services, Inc. said:

I'm looking for a range on value and wanted to see what type of questions would come from experienced people so I knew what I needed to know.  Thanks.

 

Please confirm which model it is. It should have the model on the hood side panels. If the engine number begins with a 6 that would indicate a Century. If a 4, that would indicate a Special. 

 

If it is a Century like I think it is, running and driving, in an authentic color it should be worth somewhere around $24,850 as a number 2 condition per Old Cars Price Guide. For most buyers, you would have to subtract something for the non-authentic color. There could be a lot of difference of opinion about how much less that paint color would make. My best guess is somewhere around $21,000 to $22,000 after it is running. 

 

If it is a Special, I would value it about $2,000 less than the value of a Century.   

[1939_Buick]

Air Cleaner looks like a Century.

Need a photo of the fire wall cowl data plate (is still exists) and a side on photo.

[Bill - 29 Buick]

6 hours ago, AvMac Services, Inc. said:

A few pictures have been posted of the 29 Buick (more to follow).

 

Where have pictures been posted of "the 29 Buick" ?

 

Bill McLaughlin

1929 Silver Anniversary Buick Club

[AvMac Services, Inc.]

2 hours ago, MCHinson said:

 

Please confirm which model it is. It should have the model on the hood side panels. If the engine number begins with a 6 that would indicate a Century. If a 4, that would indicate a Special. 

 

If it is a Century like I think it is, running and driving, in an authentic color it should be worth somewhere around $24,850 as a number 2 condition per Old Cars Price Guide. For most buyers, you would have to subtract something for the non-authentic color. There could be a lot of difference of opinion about how much less that paint color would make. My best guess is somewhere around $21,000 to $22,000 after it is running. 

 

If it is a Special, I would value it about $2,000 less than the value of a Century.   

Thank You for your guidance; I will try to get info tomorrow - if not it will be Monday.

[AvMac Services, Inc.]

2 minutes ago, Bill - 29 Buick said:

 

Where have pictures been posted of "the 29 Buick" ?

 

Bill McLaughlin

1929 Silver Anniversary Buick Club

Look at this forum under AvMac Services.

[AvMac Services, Inc.]

2 hours ago, MCHinson said:

I hesitate to hijack the original thread but my friend who I suspect was the one that painted the car that is the subject of this discussion restored a 1937 Century in that color many years ago. He sold it. A few years ago, he was so sad about selling the first one, that he restored another one and painted it the same color. He recently sold the second one. I am 99% sure that is the Mecum car.  

Thank you; Do you know which state he sold the first one in.

[AvMac Services, Inc.]

5 hours ago, Ben P. said:

I need a barn - that’s all I’ve got to say.

 

(And that color actually appeals to me on this particular car. I don’t go to shows because I hate snakes so if it’s not a factory color that doesn’t bother me one bit. Am curious to see what it looks like under natural light and not under shop light. I’m guessing the green doesn’t have quite the ‘bite’. 
It shows off the curves of the car well as a pale yellow could but I couldn’t live with a pale yellow on a sedan.

I also think MCHinson is right, this color may have come from a brochure or an illustrated 1937 advertisement because I know I’ve seen it before. If I can find that ad in all my stuff I’ll post it.)

 

Somebody really loved this car

 

Thanks.

[MCHinson]

16 minutes ago, AvMac Services, Inc. said:

Thank you; Do you know which state he sold the first one in.

I will have to check with him to see, but he was living in New York at the time, so possibly NY.

[1939_Buick]

1 hour ago, Bill - 29 Buick said:

 

Where have pictures been posted of "the 29 Buick" ?

 

Bill McLaughlin

1929 Silver Anniversary Buick Club

https://forums.aaca.org/topic/350801-1929-buick/?tab=comments#comment-2105920

 

and

 

https://forums.aaca.org/topic/350849-1938-buick-1-of-3-buicks-by-avmac/?tab=comments#comment-2106475

 

[Bill - 29 Buick]

13 hours ago, AvMac Services, Inc. said:

13 hours ago, Bill - 29 Buick said:

 

Where have pictures been posted of "the 29 Buick" ?

 

Bill McLaughlin

1929 Silver Anniversary Buick Club

Look at this forum under AvMac Services.

Like where ?  
 

Bill McLaughlin 

[dibarlaw]

Bill: I clicked on his avatar and found it. It shows the 1929 Post as well.

 

[1939_Buick]

4 hours ago, Bill - 29 Buick said:

Like where ?  
 

Bill McLaughlin 

Same as my post above

 

https://forums.aaca.org/topic/350801-1929-buick/

 

Edited September 17, 2020 by 1939_Buick (see edit history)

[MCHinson]

On 9/16/2020 at 9:05 PM, AvMac Services, Inc. said:

Thank you; Do you know which state he sold the first one in.

 

I reached my friend today. I forwarded photos of the 1937 Century to him and he is sure that this is the car that he restored. He did sell in in New York about 2008. He said that as he recalled, the buyer drove up from West Virginia, with a trailer, purchased the car and trailered it home.  His name is Larry Howard. He now lives in NC. He would like to speak with you about the car. I will send you a Private Message with his phone number. 

Edited September 23, 2020 by MCHinson (see edit history)

[Guest]

I have been hunting, on and off, for a '37 or '38 Buick for years. Just waiting to stumble onto the right one at the right time. I always kind of expected it would probably be black. But after seeing this car I have to say, for me personally, it is the sharpest example I have seen. I usually shy away from brighter or incorrect colors for this era but this combination is stunning. I would love to own this car.

[Jack Worstell]

Is this car located on Jerry West Blvd  ??

 

Jack Worstell

[AvMac Services, Inc.]

On 9/17/2020 at 3:01 PM, 1939_Buick said:

Same as my post above

 

https://forums.aaca.org/topic/350801-1929-buick/

 

29 is in Proctorville, OH

Parts are in Logan, WV

 

[AvMac Services, Inc.]

On 9/16/2020 at 1:48 PM, AvMac Services, Inc. said:

Value Range ?  And what info people need to be able to express an opinion.

It is a Century.

[Jack Worstell]

The 1937 and the 1938...are they in Logan ?

[Mark Shaw]

On 9/16/2020 at 12:20 PM, Ben P. said:

I don’t go to shows because I hate snakes

Ben,

     That is one of the best statements I have seen on this forum; and I completely agree with regard to "judged shows".

[MCHinson]

It is my understanding that Larry Howard, who restored this car, and sold it back in 2006 or 2008, has made a deal to purchase it back. It will be a couple of weeks before he picks it up, but I look forward to seeing it here in Southeastern NC soon. 

[AvMac Services, Inc.]

On 9/9/2020 at 5:48 PM, AvMac Services, Inc. said:

 

This car was sold back to the original owner/restorer.  Thanks for everyone's help !!!!!

[AvMac Services, Inc.]

On 9/27/2020 at 3:42 PM, MCHinson said:

It is my understanding that Larry Howard, who restored this car, and sold it back in 2006 or 2008, has made a deal to purchase it back. It will be a couple of weeks before he picks it up, but I look forward to seeing it here in Southeastern NC soon. 

Larry picked it up Friday; Was like reuniting old friends; Thanks for your help.

 

[MCHinson]

I was happy to help reunite him with it. He was excited enough about it that he texted me several photos of the car before he even left your place.