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Outstanding '58 Buick Century Hardtop - 40k Miles - Super Original Survivor Car on 2040-cars

Year:1958 Mileage:40033 Color: Green /
 Green
Location:

Portland, Oregon, United States

Portland, Oregon, United States
Transmission:Automatic
Body Type:Sedan
Engine:364 V8 Nailhead
Vehicle Title:Clear
Fuel Type:Gasoline
For Sale By:Dealer
Condition:
Used: A vehicle is considered used if it has been registered and issued a title. Used vehicles have had at least one previous owner. The condition of the exterior, interior and engine can vary depending on the vehicle's history. See the seller's listing for full details and description of any imperfections. ...
VIN (Vehicle Identification Number)
: 6E2004697
Year: 1958
Interior Color: Green
Make: Buick
Number of Cylinders: 8
Model: Century
Trim: Riviera
Warranty: Vehicle does NOT have an existing warranty
Drive Type: RWD
Mileage: 40,033
Sub Model: - Riviera Hardtop -
Exterior Color: Green
Disability Equipped: No




1958 Buick Century "Riviera" Hardtop




Pacific NW car from new

40,000 original miles

Fantastic survivor car




Up for bids here on eBay is this very well preserved Buick Century.  Bought new at Kauffman Buick in Spokane Washington, the car has stayed local since then with just 3 owners.  The car features mostly original paint, an all original interior, and excellent sheet metal top to bottom.  Survivor cars like this become a little harder to find with each passing year. This old Buick not only has a great pedigree, but is road worthy enough to take you any amount of distance without worry.

 Click to enlarge any of the photos below, a link to a slideshow of all the enlarged images is available to view at the bottom of the page.

The car is finished in Glacier White over Spray Green.  It's mostly original paint and is in incredible condition for its age.  That said, be prepared to find some areas with thin paint, small scrapes, touched up chips, etc.   The overall condition is "WOW" but it does show some light patina.  The body is rock solid with no rust issues, no bubbling, no blistering, no problems.   The car has really good panel fit, all doors open and close precisely.  Tires are new Coker Classics with about 30 miles on them.

The car's chrome is all original and still looking really terrific after 55 years.  Very little pitting or flaws anywhere, the brightwork on this car stands tall.  All lights and lenses on the car are in great shape as well.

The distinctive '58 grill is in good original condition.  Interesting to see the front end similarities with other GM models from this year, namely the first-year Impala.

The stainless trim shows a few dings scattered about.

The glass is a strong point on this car, it's all original EZ-Eye Safety Plate with no hard water spotting or scratches.  Windshield has one very small chip off to the side and up high, otherwise it's like new.

The hardtop design really opens up the car when the windows are down.  Fender top gunsights are in great shape.  Not sure why the paint looks blue in this photo, green tones can sometimes fool the camera.  The trunk shows a little age, the mat and side panels are original.  Trunk floor is solid with no water damage, the weatherstripping is original to the car.


Time warp interior with original upholstery and carpet.

Roomy back seat area, excellent headliner.

Door panels and hardware are about as nice as they come.

The dash and padding are in great shape with no damage or splits.  Dash facia shows a little patina in spots, however all of the switchgear looks like new.  There's a couple of things to look into here - the radio and clock aren't working, the wipers have been upgraded to electric but aren't operating for some reason.  Everything else functions well - horn, heater, fan, signals, lights, interior lighting - all working correctly.

The 300HP 364 Nailhead fires to life easily and runs out great.  No smoke, no ticking, this is a good running motor.  Has plenty of power and feels right at home on the freeway.  Power steering and power brakes make around town driving easy.  The Dynaflow operates with the smoothness it is known for.  The car has good braking power, tracks straight, steers well and basically floats down the road with no drama.  Be prepared to see a lot of thumbs up, there's something about this car that attracts a lot of attention.

Instruments show good readings on the road.  The car is optioned with a "Speed-Minder", a buzzer that sounds when you pass a pre-set speed.  I have it set to 85.

The undercarriage is all original with no patching or signs of damage.  While not detailed, its real beauty lies in the fidelity of the sheet metal down here.  From the floor pans to the inner fenders and rocker panels, this Buick is an untouched example of one of GM's finest designs.



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About the reserve price:
Out of fairness to all bidders the reserve is held in confidence, please just bid at the level that you're comfortable paying.  This auction ends Monday, December 23rd at 10AM Pacific Time , 12 Noon Central , 1 PM Eastern, 6 PM GMT .

About Payment:
I will contact the winning bidder via email within 3 hours of auction completion.  I would like a $500 deposit via paypal within 24 hours.  Balance is due (bank check or bank wire transfer only) within 7 calendar days of auction end. The car will be securely garaged until pickup.

About this auction:
This auction process is a legally binding contract into which you enter when you click "confirm" on your bid.   Please have finances in order before you decide to bid and please ask all questions before you decide to bid.   Basically, please only bid if you are ready to purchase this car.  Car is sold as-is with no warranties express or implied. Front and rear license plates are not included unless the winning bidder is a Washington State resident.  Due to its age, the car is being sold mileage exempt.  Any disputes regarding the sale of this vehicle shall be resolved through binding arbitration exclusively in Multnomah County, Oregon under applicable state laws.  By bidding you agree to these terms.

About me:
Please check my feedback
, I take customer satisfaction very seriously and am a licensed, bonded and insured dealer in the State of Oregon.  I own this car outright and the pictures were taken last week.

 

You and/or your representative are welcome and encouraged to inspect the car in person before the close of auction. I can be reached at 503-891-7702 between the hours of 9-5.  Previously sold inventory is available to view at www.cascadiaclassic.com

Post Auction details:
The transport cost is the responsiblity of the winning bidder, although I'll be happy to help with logistics.  I have a wholesale account with a shipping dispatch service and can help you find a reasonable rate.

Overseas bidders may contact any of these international shippers for a quote:
Schumacher Cargo
CFR / Rinkens
California Shipping






Thanks for looking!







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