Review
  • Blog
  • 1936 — 1949, I
  • Buick Special, 1939
‌
‌

RM Sothebys

Driving 31 years

Follow

Buick Special, 1939

Buick Special I

Buick Special I•‌
•95 views

Location: Auburn, Indiana

$40,000 - $50,000 USD | Not Sold

Even in 1939 Buick engineers aimed for better aerodynamics without a total redesign process. They used smart styling with eminent good sense in the planning of the 1939 models. Buick’s styling for 1939 was highlighted by a new, two-piece “waterfall” grille. The new grille was complemented by a narrower hood, thinner front door panels and larger hubcaps. The 1939 Buicks are considered by many automotive and design historians to be one of the benchmark vehicles of the late Art Deco period.

The Buick Series 40 cars were also known as the Special and this car represents the (by far) lowest production body style of the Special line. Between the six different body designs of the Special line there were a total of 166,349 cars produced. The Series 41C Sport Phaeton, like this offering, was built for just 724 fortunate clients; quite uncommon by the most stringent of standards. It is readily identified by its distinctive trunk back design; five passengers can be comfortably transported.

The Sport Phaeton is powered by Buick’s strong and smooth running Dynaflash 248-cid, 107-hp inline eight-cylinder engine which is connected to a three-speed manual transmission. Looking regal in burgundy with a tan interior and tan cloth soft-top with a glass rear window; the chrome and brightwork are also beautifully presented making for an impressive visual package. In 1939 Buick offered the standard running boards (such as seen on this car), but they were taking a first step to eventual purging these essentials by offering “streamboards,” which ran the same length as the traditional fittings, but were much narrower. Dual sideview mirrors, color-keyed steel wheels, wide whitewall tires, factory hubcaps and trim rings are also featured on this attractive platform.

This is a great car to take out on the road and experience its comfort, convenience and spaciousness in a package that exudes good taste.

https://rmsothebys.com/auctions/as15/lots/r0134-1939-buick-special/

‌
Buick Special

I 1936 — 1949

0

0 reviews

Pros and Cons
Similar posts
  • ‌
    Purchase

    Buick Special Convertible Coupe, 1940

    Location: Florida https://rmsothebys.com/auctions/br06/lots/r057-1940-buick-special-convertible-coupe/

  • ‌
    Purchase

    BUICK SPECIAL 4 DOOR SEDAN, 1939

    $19,250 USD | Sold This is a chassis-up restoration. Used for display and stored indoors. This was stored as a show car. No rust. Brand new paint and new interior. 8 cylinder with 3-speed manual floor

  • ‌
    Purchase

    Buick Special Convertible Coupe, 1941

    Location: Michigan $47,300 USD | Sold https://rmsothebys.com/auctions/mb08/lots/r206-1941-buick-special-convertible-coupe/

  • ‌
    Purchase

    Buick Special Sport Phaeton, 1940

    Chassis No.: 13639276 Location: Hershey, Pennsylvania $35,200 USD | Sold • Very rare body style; one of only 597 produced • Older restoration in beautiful colors • Rare dual side-mounted spares Buick’

  • ‌
    Purchase

    Buick Special Opera Coupe, 1938

    Location: Michigan $33,000 USD | Sold https://rmsothebys.com/auctions/mb07/lots/r178-1938-buick-special-opera-coupe/

  • ‌
    Purchase

    BUICK SPECIAL SLANTBACK 2 DOOR SEDAN, 1937

    $27,500 USD | Sold Presenting an extremely rare 1937 Buick Special 2 door touring sedan slantback M44. This car has undergone a complete restoration and is as clean on the bottom as the top. Its beaut

  • ‌
    Purchase

    Buick Special Séries 40 2 Door Sedan, 1937

    Chassis No.: 3106116 €10,728 | Sold • Carte grise française • French title • Rare European version • Original in-line 8-cylinder • Has undergone various work since 2015 • No reserve This Buick is a ra

  • ‌
    Purchase

    Buick Special Phaeton, 1938

    Chassis No.: 13290457 Location: Phoenix, Arizona $60,500 USD | Sold • One of only six surviving 1938 Buicks with the rare semi-automatic transmission • Freshly restored and well-suited for driving • A

  • ‌
    Purchase

    Buick Special Series 40 Convertible Coupe, 1940

    Chassis No.: 13796501 Engine No.: 43991619 US$31,360 USD | Sold • 248ci OHV Inline 8-Cylinder Engine • Single Carburetor • 107hp at 3400rpm • 3-Speed Manual Transmission • Independent Front with Live

  • ‌
    Purchase

    Buick Special Series 46C Convertible Coupe, 1938

    Chassis No.: 13272028 Engine No.: 2878284 Estimate: $60,000 - $80,000 USD • Part of a Significant Buick Collection • Rare Convertible Coupe Body Style • Completely Restored Drivetrain • Drives Wonderf

  • ‌
    Purchase

    Buick Special Business Coupe, 1937

    Location: Michigan $25,000 - $35,000 USD | Not Sold https://rmsothebys.com/auctions/mb04/lots/104-1937-buick-special-business-coupe/

  • ‌
    Purchase

    Buick Special 8 Convertible, 1940

    $53,900 USD | Sold This 1940 Buick Special Eight convertible coupe is the result of a no-expense-spared professional restoration that included rebuilding the engine and powertrain. This beautiful five

  • ‌
    Purchase

    BUICK SPECIAL CONVERTIBLE, 1940

    $47,300 USD | Sold This has had a ground-up restoration. Finished in black, it features a red interior and tan canvas top with matching top boot. It's equipped with a radio, heater, fender skirts, 3-s

  • ‌
    Purchase

    Buick Special Model 46-C, 1938

    Chassis No.: 43521879L3340099 $61,600 USD | Sold • The Last Year For Rumble Seats In A Buick • Known Ownership History From New With Extensive Original Paperwork • Drives Beautifully • 248 CID Valve I

  • ‌
    Purchase

    Buick Special Sedan, 1941

    Location: Ontario https://rmsothebys.com/auctions/tf05/lots/r198-1941-buick-special-sedan/

  • ‌
    Purchase

    Buick Special, 1939

    Location: Santa Monica, California $60,000 - $65,000 USD | Not Sold • 248-cid straight eight-cylinder engine • Three-speed manual transmission • 10 year ground-up restoration completed in 1994 • Origi