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1956 Buick Special 2 Door Ht Custom Spectacular Show Car on 2040-cars
US $34,900.00
Year:1956
Mileage:26072
Location:
Laguna Niguel, California, United States
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UP FOR GRABS IS ABSOLUTELY GORGEOUS 1956 BUICK SPECIAL CUSTOM. BODY IS THE MOST DESIRABLE 2 DOOR HARTOP. HANDS DOWN THIS CAR IS BETTER THAN NEW! DON’T WAIT FOR THE AUCTION TO BE OVER, I’M RUNNING A FIXED PRICE AUCTION SO YOU KNOW WHAT IT TAKES TO BUY THIS CAR AND I AM OPEN TO REASONABLE OFFERS. ANYTHING BELLOW CERTAIN NUMBER IS AUTOMATICALY DECLINED.
THIS 1956 BUICK CUSTOM has been professionally restored over the last 3 years by Herbs automotive of Signal Hill, California. I have all the receipts for body and paint totaling $16k and that does not include the additional $4 for House of Kolors black sparkle 3 stage paint and all supplies. $20k body and paint! You can absolutely assume the body is flawless. Taken down to metal, no rust, no damages. Door handles, hood and trunk emblems and fuel tank door have all been shaved. It was blocked and guide coated several times, then base coated and cleared, sanded and cleared, sanded and cleared and finally sanded and buffed to super mirror finish. Body panels this large deserve nothing less. And believe me, it’s spectacular! House of Kolors is the best paint there is, This particular black sparkle is so intriguing , goes from black to platinum sparkle under different light, simply gorgeous. I have about a half a gallon leftover paint for touch up or repairs. The roof is painted Pearl white metallic. With the exception of the Black sparkle, the car is as it left the factory. Color code is CAA {White/Black/Black split}. Finally, the look is finished with very tasteful pinstripping.
The front end of the car was apart for paint and all the engine bay aprons have been powder coated.
After the body was finished, the car was assembled with all new re-polished, re-chromed trim. I purchased all new glass all around including the vent windows, all new rubber weather stripping everywhere. Again, professional assembly by Herbs Automotive at a cost of $9k. Plus $5k for the chrome and polishing of every little stainless trim you can see including the side glass channels and rails. New window felts as well. Truly like new.
All new wiring for power windows and power door poppers with remote. Radio with CD and iPod is hidden under dash and operated by remote control. New battery.
Engine has been rebuilt and nicely detailed by previous owner with all new gaskets and water pump. ZERO, let me say that again, ZERO leaks {that is unusual for old Buick, let me tell you}. The motor starts and runs like a champ. Gas pedal actuated starter. 322ci Naihleads are indestructible. Dynaflow transmission has been rebuilt 1300miles ago at a cost of $3450.
Car has new steering box with new gears and new power steering pump. Front suspension lowered and all new shocks and bushings, very smooth and secure ride. Powder coated rims and brand new Coker tires.
New brake with power booster – the car stops like my Porsche – light touch of a pedal and massive stopping power comes to life. Very safe to drive and confidence inspiring.
In the interior I restored the dash and painted it body color. Seat upholstery is very nice with only 2 unfortunate rips as pictured bellow, otherwise very nice. The carpet and sound deadening mats are new about a month ago. All new door panels and kick panels at that same time. New package tray and speakers in the back.
The car rides very smooth, engine pulls great. Stops on a dime. ‘Go anywhere’ car as documented in the videos. And remember, it's just a step down from Cadillac in the GM line up.
Long story short, the car looks fantastic, gets tremendous attention and if you ask me, it’s worth twice the asking price. Very rare and more so with original rebuild drivetrain. If you can find the same car with the same detail and look, as documented as mine for less money, buy it! These cars are well known but very rare. You come to a show where there be 50 Belairs and 1 or 2 Buicks...
I’m a real seller looking for real buyer. I do not, however, need to sell. I’m looking for private buyer-owner rather than a middle man if I can have my choice. This car needs and deserves nice steady home. I know a lot about it and would be happy to keep in touch in the future with the new owner.
Please, feel free to contact me at 949-491-433O with any questions, but only after you’ve seen all of the 112 photos and watched the videos. I’ve prepared the listing to be self-explanatory. You should know what you’re looking at if you know anything about cars. All the pics and videos {I have ton more} come included with the sale as a necessary piece of its history. More often than not, restored cars do not have any documentation of their condition before/during the restoration, sometimes for good reason. with this car, seeing is believing :-)
I'm not a dealer, I don't flip cars. I restore cars for myself and enjoy the process from A to Z and especially finding the right long-term owner for them. I keep in touch with most of my buyers as I love these cars. See my youtube videos ...
And I love this Buick. I'm looking for someone who will too. I know a lot about it and no doubt the buyer will want to be in touch after the sale, so it's a relationship of sorts. And a bad way to start that relationship is with an insulting offer... I understand the urge but no ridiculous offers are necessary. If you feel you still have to negotiate but cannot make reasonable offer, I suggest you buy a project and restore it yourself. I know for a fact that if you value your time, it's better to buy finished, proven car instead of a project, ESPECIALLY Buick, trust me on this one. Thank you J
Disclaimer: Car, although restored, is 59 years old and therefore considered used. As such, it is sold with no warranty, AS-IS. Clear title in hands with current registation till 2015. Yellow plates do not go with the car if it sells outside of California.
International buyers contact Steve Feeney at 323-645-4242 at www.rinkens.com {the best local source for international shipping in my opinion - this car can be shipped to EU or AUS for less than $1500}.
VIDEO OF CURRENT CONDITION DIRECT http://youtu.be/0i8d2q_j_pM
DRIVING VIDEO DIRECT http://youtu.be/DodhMOMPAq8
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