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£66,568
1938 Buick Special Sport Coupe
United States • 25 Sept 2026 • Lot F209
Vehicle Details
AI Listing Summary
This 1941 Buick custom hot rod features a meticulously rebuilt straight-8 engine, independent front suspension, and a custom metal body with unique pinstriping and paint. The interior boasts authentic lacewood veneer and custom leather upholstery, complemented by wire wheels and bias-ply tires, presenting a fully restored and award-winning classic.
Condition
8
The car has undergone extensive customization and restoration, including a balanced and blueprinted engine, upgraded suspension and rear end, custom metal fabrication, and a high-quality interior and paint. It has also won a 'Best in Show' award, indicating its excellent condition. While it features many custom elements, there are no specific mentions of current flaws or damage that would lower its rating significantly below excellent.
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Transmission:
Manual
Chassis No:
23326199
Odometer:
94,058 miles
Reg Number:
[Reg Number]
RHD/LHD:
LHD
Balanced and blueprinted 1941 248 CI straight 8-cylinder engineCompound carburetionReground camshaftCustom progressive linkage1941 split exhaust manifoldsCustom Ross Racing pistonsPerTronix ignition12-volt system and new cloth wiring harnessFlowmaster Hushpower mufflersDuesenberg-style radiused tips3-speed manual transmissionOriginal frame1955 Buick torque tube rear endA-arm independent front suspensionCustom metal fabrication by Ron Pepper of Sacramento, CaliforniaCustom side panels with 1956 Portholes1938 Whistler Gray Metallic paintGuide Super Rays in the split front bumperStop lamp on rear bumperAustralian lacewood veneer on dash, window moldings and trunkCustom leather and mohair upholstery1939 cloisonne trunk emblems used as upholstery buttonsRestored Donaldson steering wheelCustom wire wheels with Packard hubs and Borrani lip lacing18-inch Firestone bias-ply tiresPreviously Best in Show winner at a Pacific Grove Tour and Concours event, physical award not included
Points of note
£3,502
Lowest Price (Since 2020)
£17,006
Median Price (Since 2020)
£114,253
Highest Price (Since 2020)
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