1957 Buick Special Series 40 Riviera Coupe 2 Door Garage Find on 2040-cars
Morristown, Tennessee, United States
INTRO First off I would like to thank you for looking at this classic Buick. My father and I enjoy finding these old cars and tinkering around with them. This is one we hate to let go of. The exterior is in decent shape. I have uploaded some videos on Youtube for a better view of this classic hot rod. I will post some links at the bottom of the page. This auction is for a 1957 Buick Special 40 Riviera. This is no 10000 dollar car by any means(yet). It is very solid besides the normal rust areas. I made sure to post pictures and videos of the entire car. All of the chrome on the car has been rechromed. The bumpers and chrome that goes with this car has gone on ebay for over 2000. So that is why we are starting the bid at 2000. The chrome makes this car look great. If a buyer only wants the chrome contact me. THE ENGINE It has an auto trans. Interior The interior is incomplete to say the least. Everything pictured is what we have to go along with the car along with the original bench seat springs, headliner, and headliner cross bars. As you can also see there are a few spots in the floorboards. Exterior The exterior of the car is pretty much complete to my knowledge. The chrome has been rechromed and shines beautifully. We put the chrome on one side of the car to see what it looked like. There are some dings and some bondo but nothing too bad. Shipping We are located around 10 miles off of interstate 81. The car is ready to roll onto a rollback. Best offer Feel free to call us or save our number if the item is not sold Deposit There is a 200 dollar deposit due within 48 hours of auction end.
For more information feel free to contact me by email or phone. 865-258-1988
Video Links http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xGXhXrsx5x4 http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KVevKF11FjQ http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AE4eEjYYQDU http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LYfYqQ6CvmA http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZOrKIn2k8yg http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GU8C9nCVl_M http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2wAsTYUk70E
**4/27/14** I noticed I used the word us a few times. Meaning my father and I. This was a project that we spent time working together. Now we (i) would like to work on a drifting project. :) |
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