1941 Buick Super Eight Convertible Coupe

1941 Buick Super Eight Convertible Coupe
Chassis no. 14158673
Engine no. 44447204
320ci OHV Inline 8-Cylinder Engine
2 Twin-choke Carburetors
165bhp at 3,800rpm
3-Speed Manual Transmission
Independent Front Suspension – Live Rear Axle
4-Wheel Hydraulic Drum Brakes

*Beautifully restored example of the Model 56C Super Eight Convertible Coupe
*Fitted with desirable Fireball Dynaflash OHV 8-Cylinder Engine
*Previously in singular ownership for 45 years
*A lovely example ready for tours or car shows

THE 1941 BUICK

Before World War II, there was no blurring of the hierarchy at General Motors. The ladder built by GM boss Alfred P. Sloan started with Chevrolet, with Pontiac a rung up, followed by Oldsmobile, Buick, LaSalle and Cadillac. Although positioned between Oldsmobile and LaSalle, there was nothing inexpensive or bare-bones about the Buick. It was a high-quality car that communicated a fair bit of status in its own right. Within the Division, Buick had a hierarchy of its own consisting of four series. As a result, Buick was able to offer cars for as little as $900 and as much as $2,300, which helped considerably to broaden the company's appeal.

THE MOTORCAR OFFERED

Offered here is a stunning example of the 1941 Buick Super Eight Model 56C Convertible Coupe. Previously in a collection for 45 years straight, the car is today offered from a prominent, East Coast based collection housing some of the finest American and European collector cars. This 56C Super Eight is finished in lovely Burgundy color over a rich caramel-colored interior, with a matching tan convertible top. The car was restored to a very high level during the mid-2000s by a group of Chicago-based restoration shops. The car is fitted with the optional Sonomatic push button radio and fender skirts, as well as the Fireball Dynaflash OHV 8-Cylinder Engine, which is easy to access from either side thanks to the newly introduced for 1941 two-way hood that could be made to open from either the right or left side.

With the specter of WWII lurking in the future, 1941 would be the last full year of production of cars for public consumption. While big styling changes were heralded for 1942, the government-imposed prohibition of the use of chrome on January 1, 1942 meant the new cars didn't carrying the gleaming, toothy grills and shining accents of their predecessors. This stunningly well restored example, which has mellowed over the years to be a very usable and enjoyable driver, is the perfect Convertible for a lovely, long drive on a strip of smooth blacktop.