**Wanted 1937 Buick**

[Michael Paul]

I am looking to purchase a 1937 Buick!

I love the road master and model 41, but am open to one that is original and unmolested. I can be reached via email @ mike334u@yahoo.com or mobile 770-815-9547

[MCHinson]

Welcome to the AACA Discussion Forum. Do you have a particular body style that you are seeking? You may want to check out the 36-38 Buick Club and consider joining. Cars are advertised for sale in the club newsletter on a fairly regular basis. http://www.3638buickclub.org/

 

There are a few cars advertised on the club website currently. http://www.3638buickclub.org/advertisements.html

 

 

[Michael Paul]

I like the 37 grill, and would prefer roadmaster, or model 41. I am not familiar with all the different models of the sedans, however I have seen them as slantback and a humpback. I am open to a coupe as long as it is original. Thank you for providing the 36-38 group link.

Edited December 25, 2020 by Michael Paul (see edit history)

[Pete Phillips]

I have a 1937 Roadmaster 4-dr. sedan that I will be selling as soon as its front bumper and sheet metal repairs are completed--it's in the body shop now. Runs and drives very well; mostly original and unrestored except for driver's seat upholstery and I think it's been repainted once.

Pete Phillips, BCA #7338

Leonard, TX 75452

Edited December 26, 2020 by Pete Phillips
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[Michael Paul]

Pete:

I am highly interested, shoot me some pics and details of the repairs!!

if it’s easier you can email me mike334u@yahoo.com or text me 770-815-9547

[1939_Buick]

4 hours ago, Michael Paul said:

I am looking to purchase a 1937 Buick!

I love the road master and model 41, but am open to one that is original and unmolested. I can be reached via xxxxx @ xxx@yahoo.com or mobile 770-xxx-xxx

The model 41 is the Special - 4 door sedan - 248 ci engine

The model 61 is the Century - 4 door sedan - 320 ci engine

The model 80 is the Roadmaster, in various configuration.  (e.g. 81)   320 ci engine. 

 

A guide to specifications (but does have some errors)

http://classiccardatabase.com/prewar-models/car-models-B.php#Buick

 

Edited December 26, 2020 by 1939_Buick (see edit history)

[MCHinson]

A 1937 Buick covers a lot of ground. To be precise, here is the data of 1937 Buick production that shows the various models produced:

 

                      Style      Body                                                                                                                                                                 Wheelbase

Year  Model NumberPlatformSeries          Description                                                                                               Production (inches)

1937	40C	4449	B	Special	4-door convertible phaeton - plain back, 5-passenger	1,689	122
1937	40CX	4449	B	Special	4-door convertible phaeton - plain back, 5-passenger, exported	256	122
1937	40X		B	Special	crated knocked-down chassis, exported	6,493	122
1937	41	4419	B	Special	4-door sedan - trunk back, 5-passenger	82,440	122
1937	41X	4419	B	Special	4-door sedan - trunk back, 5-passenger, exported	2,755	122
1937	410		B	Special	stripped chassis	257	122
1937	410X		B	Special	stripped chassis, exported	110	122
1937	44	4401	B	Special	2-door sedan - plain back, 5-passenger	9,330	122
1937	44X	4401	B	Special	2-door sedan - plain back, 5-passenger, exported	12	122
1937	46	4427B	B	Special	2-door business coupe with deck, 2-passenger	13,742	122
1937	46X	4427B	B	Special	2-door business coupe with deck, 2-passenger, exported	31	122
1937	46C	4467	B	Special	2-door convertible coupe with rumble seat, 4-passenger	2,265	122
1937	46CX	4467	B	Special	2-door convertible coupe with rumble seat, 4-passenger, exported	134	122
1937	46S	4427	B	Special	2-door sport coupe with opera seats, 4-passenger	5,059	122
1937	46SX	4427	B	Special	2-door sport coupe with opera seats, 4-passenger, exported	225	122
1937	47	4409	B	Special	4-door sedan - plain back, 5-passenger	22,312	122
1937	47X	4409	B	Special	4-door sedan - plain back, 5-passenger, exported	205	122
1937	48	4411	B	Special	2-door sedan - trunk back, 5-passenger	15,936	122
1937	48X	4411	B	Special	2-door sedan - trunk back, 5-passenger, exported	98	122
1937	60C	4649	B	Century	4-door convertible phaeton - plain back, 5-passenger	410	126
1937	60CX	4649	B	Century	4-door convertible phaeton - plain back, 5-passenger, exported	15	126
1937	60X		B	Century	crated knocked-down chassis, exported	949	126
1937	61	4619	B	Century	4-door sedan - trunk back, 6-passenger	20,679	126
1937	61X	4619	B	Century	4-door sedan - trunk back, 6-passenger, exported	461	126
1937	610		B	Century	stripped chassis	69	126
1937	610X		B	Century	stripped chassis, exported	8	126
1937	64	4601	B	Century	2-door touring sedan - plain back, 5-passenger	1,117	126
1937	64X	4601	B	Century	2-door touring sedan - plain back, 5-passenger, exported	1	126
1937	66C	4667	B	Century	2-door convertible coupe with rumble seat, 4-passenger	787	126
1937	66CX	4667	B	Century	2-door convertible coupe with rumble seat, 4-passenger, exported	56	126
1937	66S	4627	B	Century	2-door sport coupe with opera seat, 4-passenger	2,840	126
1937	66SX	4627	B	Century	2-door sport coupe with opera seat, 4-passenger, exported	33	126
1937	67	4609	B	Century	4-door touring sedan - plain back, 6-passenger	4,750	126
1937	67X	4609	B	Century	4-door touring sedan - plain back, 6-passenger, exported	21	126
1937	68	4611	B	Century	2-door sedan - trunk back, 5-passenger	2,874	126
1937	68X	4611	B	Century	2-door sedan - trunk back, 5-passenger, exported	23	126
1937	80C	4829	C	Roadmaster	4-door convertible phaeton - trunk back (fenderwell only), 6-passenger	1,040	131
1937	80CX	4829	C	Roadmaster	4-door convertible phaeton - trunk back (fenderwell only), 6-passenger, exported	115	131
1937	80X		C	Roadmaster	crated knocked-down chassis, exported	588	131
1937	81	4819	C	Roadmaster	4-door sedan - trunk back, 6-passenger	14,637	131
1937	81X	4819	C	Roadmaster	4-door sedan - trunk back, 6-passenger, exported	344	131
1937	81F	4819F	C	Roadmaster	4-door formal sedan - trunk back, 6-passenger	452	131
1937	81FX	4819F	C	Roadmaster	4-door formal sedan - trunk back, 6-passenger, exported	37	131
1937	810		C	Roadmaster	stripped chassis	8	131
1937	810X		C	Roadmaster	stripped chassis, exported	10	131
1937	90	4923	D	Limited	4-door sedan - trunk back (fenderwell only), 8-passenger	1,592	138
1937	90X	4923	D	Limited	4-door sedan - trunk back (fenderwell only), 8-passenger, exported	118	138
1937	90L	4933	D	Limited	4-door limousine - trunk back (fenderwell only), 8-passenger	720	138
1937	90LX	4933	D	Limited	4-door limousine - trunk back (fenderwell only), 8-passenger, exported	245	138
1937	900		D	Limited	stripped chassis	2	138
1937	900X		D	Limited	stripped chassis, exported	8	138
1937	901X		D	Limited	crated knocked-down chassis, exported	588	138
1937	91	4919	D	Limited	4-door sedan - trunk back (fenderwell only), 6-passenger	1,229	138
1937	91X	4919	D	Limited	4-door sedan - trunk back (fenderwell only), 6-passenger, exported	13	138
1937	91F	4919F	D	Limited	4-door formal sedan - trunk back (fenderwell only), 6-passenger	156	138
1937	91FX	4919F	D	Limited	4-door formal sedan - trunk back (fenderwell only), 6-passenger, exported	2	138
						220,346

[Marty Roth]

If you’re looking for what some consider the ultimate in 1937 Buick Roadmaster, look at the ultra rare model 80C like mine-

4-door convertible sedan, called “PHAETON” in Buick terms.

Ours was FIORELLO LaGuardia’s personal Parade Car. 
Feel free to PM me to learn lots of background as ours is an unrestored original, wearing AACA badges to confirm the originality.

 

Welcome to the Buick ranks

 

Marty Roth

[Michael Paul]

13 minutes ago, Marty Roth said:

If you’re looking for what some consider the ultimate in 1937 Buick Roadmaster, look at the ultra rare model 80C like mine-

4-door convertible sedan, called “PHAETON” in Buick terms.

Ours was FIORELLO LaGuardia’s personal Parade Car. 
Feel free to PM me to learn lots of background as ours is an unrestored original, wearing AACA badges to confirm the originality.

 

Welcome to the Buick ranks

 

Marty Roth

Wow!!! She is a real beauty!!! Thank you for sharing the pics and details of your car Marty

[John_S_in_Penna]

A friend of mine in Penna. is selling his 1937

Roadmaster phaeton.  Some models aren't as

rare as production numbers would indicate, 

because they caught the attention of collectors

many years ago and a disproportionate number

have been restored.  (Another friend has the

very same model.)  Here is the one for sale, a

virtually perfect Grand National winner, for what

it's worth;  the seller is a good guy and a mechanic

who specializes in pre-war cars.

 

     However, you can have plenty of fun with a

Special sedan for a small fraction of the cost.

All the best to you in your search.

 

https://www.hemmings.com/classifieds/cars-for-sale/buick/unspecified/2445604.html

 

[Marty Roth]

5 hours ago, John_S_in_Penna said:

A friend of mine in Penna. is selling his 1937

Roadmaster phaeton.  Some models aren't as

rare as production numbers would indicate, 

because they caught the attention of collectors

many years ago and a disproportionate number

have been restored.  (Another friend has the

very same model.)  Here is the one for sale, a

virtually perfect Grand National winner, for what

it's worth;  the seller is a good guy and a mechanic

who specializes in pre-war cars.

 

     However, you can have plenty of fun with a

Special sedan for a small fraction of the cost.

All the best to you in your search.

 

https://www.hemmings.com/classifieds/cars-for-sale/buick/unspecified/2445604.html

 

 

 

Wow-

Lou's is a magnificant example.

I couldn't initially find pictures of my car's all original dash with the original design (applique?), as opposed to a painted surface,

but here are 2 photos of another '37 Roadmaster 80C where the dash design is easier to see (steering wheel - not mine - in first 2 pics may not be correct)-

later added 7 pics of our original dash and steering wheel 

 

And yes, you can have a lot of fun with a 40 Series Special 4-door sedan for a fraction of the cost.

 

Best of luck in your quest !

 

 

 

 

 

 

Here's a better look at the unusual design for the 1937 Roadmaster Phaeton's Dashboard

 

 

Edited December 27, 2020 by Marty Roth
Added pics (see edit history)

[John_S_in_Penna]

12 hours ago, Marty Roth said:

...I couldn't initially find pictures of my car's all original dash with the original design (applique?), as opposed to a painted surface...

 

The owner of another 1937 Roadmaster phaeton

(one I mentioned above) has had his restored as well.

I think his has reached the Senior level.  He's a 

Buick specialist, and he said the original Dinoc decal

pattern (shown on Marty's car) was unavailable, so

he painted his dashboard a solid color.  

 

Edited December 27, 2020 by John_S_in_Penna (see edit history)

[Dave Gelinas (XP-300)]

On 12/25/2020 at 6:55 PM, Pete Phillips said:

I have a 1937 Roadmaster 4-dr. sedan that I will be selling as soon as its front bumper and sheet metal repairs are completed--it's in the body shop now. Runs and drives very well; mostly original and unrestored except for driver's seat upholstery and I think it's been repainted once.

Pete Phillips, BCA #7338

Leonard, TX 75452

Is this the Roadmaster featured in the Bugle earlier this year: and bought in Bow, New Hampshire?

 

[DebraLeigh]

I have a 1937 Buick Century Convertible  with Rumble Seat in excellent restorable condition. VERY LITTLE RUST!!! Family bought new. In family for 3 generations. All original. Was running when garaged. Located in Woolrich, PA.

[pont35cpe]

Pictures?

[Jolly_John]

And price, please? "Was running when garaged"...do you know how long ago that was? Thank you. John