1937 Buick Special Series 40 Four-Door Sedan Plain Back Hot Rod
Description
As Buick solidified its position at the top end of the General Motors hierarchy just below Cadillac, the 1936 model line was entirely renamed to reflect the advancements made over the outgoing 1935 models. The entry-level Series 40 became the Special and was backed by a refined and robust overhead valve eight-cylinder engine in a 122 inch wheelbase chassis from 1937. The Special also featured a Knee Action independent front suspension and hydraulic brakes for safe, stable handling. In many ways, the Buick Special, with its full-size eight-cylinder engine in a mid-size rigid girder-type body, defined the muscle car formula decades before it was popularized, making it an excellent platform for custom hot rod builds like the example on offer.
Highlights
Chevrolet 350 cu-in small-block V8 equipped with a with electronic ignition, a four-barrel carburetor, and long-tube headers
Automatic transmission
Power assisted steering and brakes
Air conditioning
Finished in red over gray leather
15 inch polished aluminum wheels mounted with Goodyear Eagle GT II tires
This 1937 Buick Special Series 40 Four-Door Sedan Plain Back Hot Rod is offered with the five-digit odometer currently showing 9,134 miles at the time of listing; however, the true mileage is unknown
Features
Edelbrock air cleaner and valve covers
Split windshield
Dual exterior rearview mirrors
Antenna
Tinted windows
Hooded headlights
Rear-hinged “suicide” doors
Side exit exhaust
Front power-adjustable bucket seats
AM/FM/Cassette stereo
120 mph VDO speedometer
VDO auxiliary gauges
Three-spoke leather-wrapped steering wheel
Crank windows
Analog clock
Locking glove compartment
Rear bench seat
Rear grab handles
Known Imperfections
Minor wear on the driver’s outer seat bolster
Paint chips on the front fenders
Included
Spare wheel and tire
Leather bra for the front end
Ownership History
This 1937 Buick Special Series 40 Four-Door Sedan Plain Back Hot Rod was reportedly acquired by the consigning dealer in 2018.
Additional Notes
Sales Tax Notice to Arkansas, Mississippi, and West Virginia Bidders: Because this car is located in Florida, Hagerty Marketplace may be required to collect and remit Florida sales tax on your purchase, even if you plan to register it outside of Florida. Unlike most other states, the states of Arkansas, Mississippi, and West Virginia may not provide a full credit against sales taxes paid to Florida. For additional information, please consult this publication and your own tax advisor regarding sales taxes applicable to cars located in Florida that are sold to residents of another state.
