Leif in Calif Posted January 10, 2022 Share Posted January 10, 2022 I love the exposed valve gear, but I can only imagine how difficult it must have been to keep clean when nearly all roads were dirt! https://sfbay.craigslist.org/sby/cto/d/aromas-1917-buick-d45-touring/7430019913.html 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
suchan Posted January 11, 2022 Share Posted January 11, 2022 Like those high fenders. Not sure NOS is a good thing when it comes to tires, though. Seems a little pricey considering condition. I usually over-guesstimate on nickel-era values, but not this one. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
edinmass Posted January 11, 2022 Share Posted January 11, 2022 The door fit on the front passenger side will dictate the cars overall condition/value. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
trimacar Posted January 11, 2022 Share Posted January 11, 2022 Not running, no top, tired condition since not run for 30 years, not a brass car. Seller optimistic on value by quite a bit. Buick did make an attractive car, though…. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dibarlaw Posted January 11, 2022 Share Posted January 11, 2022 Several of these 1916-1918 Buick model 45s "not run in 20 or 30 years" partial restorations have come up recently and have NOT sold for about half of the asking price. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
edinmass Posted January 11, 2022 Share Posted January 11, 2022 Look close at the photos...........I agree on the assessment. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ericmac Posted January 11, 2022 Share Posted January 11, 2022 That's a 10K car at most in my book.i do like it though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TAKerry Posted January 11, 2022 Share Posted January 11, 2022 Very cool car. Something I would like to have in running shape just because. But I doubt I ever will. Looks like its in an antique shop. They prob. have no idea on value. I would think the asking price would be more in line with a show winner. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brooklyn Beer Posted January 12, 2022 Share Posted January 12, 2022 I have been looking at more complete running cars the past couple months. The seller is smoking way too much hopium here. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dibarlaw Posted January 12, 2022 Share Posted January 12, 2022 Most of these Buicks of this era that I had offered on for around the $10K range did not sell in the USA. I believe this 1918 that we did a test drive on went to England. It had a noticable rod knock and I passed. The UK owner has since had to have the engine redone. This realy nice older restoration, running/ driving 1917 44 Roadster was a bit over $12,000 and took a while to sell about 7 years ago. Also a nicely running and driving 1920 K 45 that seemed only need the 70 + year old Wards Riverside tires replaced went to Germany. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leif in Calif Posted January 16, 2022 Author Share Posted January 16, 2022 What year did Buick start running an oil supply to the rockers? Did all GM change that year (Chevy is a similar design). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dibarlaw Posted January 16, 2022 Share Posted January 16, 2022 1924, with the introduction of the detachable head. 1925 Standard 6 engine with feed tube at the rear and return brass fitting at the front. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leif in Calif Posted July 28, 2022 Author Share Posted July 28, 2022 On 1/10/2022 at 6:35 PM, dibarlaw said: Several of these 1916-1918 Buick model 45s "not run in 20 or 30 years" partial restorations have come up recently and have NOT sold for about half of the asking price. Still for sale at $22,950...I think you are correct! Here's a link to the current ad: https://sfbay.craigslist.org/sby/cto/d/aromas-1917-buick-d45-touring/7514406206.html Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John_S_in_Penna Posted July 28, 2022 Share Posted July 28, 2022 And, for everyone's reference once the ad expires, here is the text and contact information copied from the latest ad: Contact Bill, (831) 801BUICK7375 [remove the letters] "1917 Buick D45 Touring, 6 Cylinder, Restoration Started approximately 45 years ago, vehicle was repainted, Interior all Original in nice condition, Top bows nice condition…..have original top and side curtains for use as patterns Wooden wheels have been restored, New Tires Car ran when parked over 30 years ago, water pump leaking, Engine turns over For further information call Bill. Serious inquiries Only please. Must have Appointment Car located in Watsonville, California." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leif in Calif Posted July 29, 2022 Author Share Posted July 29, 2022 Perhaps in another 6 months the price will be adjusted (although to get real it will require a big attitude adjustment by the seller) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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