1948 Buick Special

This 1948 Buick Super Estate Wagon, affectionately known as the Woodie, is currently offered for sale. With the VIN 51099595 and DGC9595 registration number, it boasts a gray exterior complemented by patterned gray upholstery. Powering this classic vehicle is a 248ci Fireball straight-eight engine, seamlessly connected to a column-shifted three-speed manual transmission. The Woodies distinctive features include exterior wood paneling, a vinyl roof covering, rear fender skirts, whitewall tires, a Venti-heater, a Borg electric clock, and a push-button AM radio. Notably, it is said to have been purchased new in Ohio and subsequently owned by a single family before being acquired by the current owner in early 2023. Since late 2022, the vehicle underwent meticulous restoration efforts. These improvements included the rebuilding of the generator and master cylinder, overhauling the rear brakes, and the replacement of the exhaust manifold, gaskets, voltage regulator, condenser, and points. The Woodie is now presented in pristine condition, complete with manufacturers literature, refurbishment photographs, and a clean Washington title. Previously repainted, the Hercules-bodied wagon retains its gray exterior, with darker accents on the hood. Additional distinctive features include wood paneling, a vinyl roof covering, a hood ornament, a vertical-bar grille adorned with Buick Eight lettering, chrome bumpers with overriders, and Super script on the airfoil-style front fenders. The vehicle also features a two-piece windshield, rear fender skirts, polished gravel guards, and dual side mirrors. While the vehicle appears in excellent condition, minor cosmetic imperfections are evident, including dents on the side trim and right-rear quarter panel, a pitted exhaust finisher, a scratched left-front fender, and additional paint blemishes as depicted in the accompanying photo gallery. The Super Estate is equipped with 15-inch steel wheels adorned with chrome trim rings and Buick-branded hubcaps. These wheels are mounted on Goodyear Arriva whitewall tires. The vehicles suspension system comprises an independent front suspension, a solid rear axle, and coil springs at all four corners. Braking is provided by hydraulically assisted four-wheel drums, with the rear brakes having undergone overhaul in 2023. The cabin boasts two rows of bench seating upholstered in gray vinyl with patterned cloth inserts. Additional features include a stained-wood roof, door trim panels, and pillars. The Venti-heater, Borg electric clock, windshield-mounted compass, lap belts, and push-button AM radio are also present. The black steering wheel features a necker knob and a chrome horn ring and is positioned in front of a 120-mph speedometer flanked by a pair of combination gauges that monitor battery status, coolant temperature, fuel level, and oil pressure. The chrome gauge bezels are pitted. The five-digit odometer indicates 38,000 miles, with approximately 250 miles added since current ownership. The total mileage is unknown. The 248ci Fireball inline-eight engine is equipped with a single downdraft carburetor and a blue-finished intake manifold and valve cover. The condenser, points, exhaust manifold, and exhaust and intake manifold gaskets were replaced in 2023. Power is transmitted to the rear wheels via a column-shifted three-speed manual transmission. If youd like to see a lot more photos about 130 photos go to our webpage dragers.com If you would like to make the drive to Burlington to see this vehicle I think youd really enjoy seeing Dragers Clubhouse firsthand We have a lot of interesting things on display besides cars and trucks. We have 25 display cases full of all sorts of amazing things. We have 100 motorcycles on display. Most people tell us we are like a museum. Call Andrew 206-533-9600 to set up a day and time to come see this vehicle