Possible Nash special 8

[Pwebb85]

I’m trying to identify this engine and after showing the pictures to a couple old gear heads, we believe it to be a Nash engine but I’m hoping someone can confirm what rendition of Nash it is, or identify if it is not. 

[wayne sheldon]

Looks like a Nash dual ignition eight to me. And with an updraft carburetor, most likely no later than 1932.

I think those came in two sizes (big 8 and Small 8). I wouldn't know the difference between them.

[nzcarnerd]

Try to find a stamped engine number. That will identify it.

[Old buicks 2]

Definitely a Nash twin eight.  You can tell by the dist cap

[Pwebb85]

4 hours ago, wayne sheldon said:

Looks like a Nash dual ignition eight to me. And with an updraft carburetor, most likely no later than 1932.

I think those came in two sizes (big 8 and Small 8). I wouldn't know the difference between them.

 

3 hours ago, nzcarnerd said:

Try to find a stamped engine number. That will identify it.

Thanks for the info. Would anyone have any idea what it’s worth, assuming it’s not locked up and can be restored?

[Lahti35]

4 hours ago, Pwebb85 said:

 

Thanks for the info. Would anyone have any idea what it’s worth, assuming it’s not locked up and can be restored?

I paid $700 for a complete 1940 Nash twin ignition 8 with transmission and overdrive a few years ago, condition was excellent. This engine is missing bits and is in rough shape. I think a couple hundred might be top end for someone who needs it, which is a small market.