1953 BUICK 40 SPECIAL TOURBACK SEDAN

OVERVIEW

This 1953 Buick 40 Special is powered by a reportedly original 263.3ci Fireball straight-eight engine mated to a three-speed manual transmission. Finished in turquoise over a multi-colored cloth interior, this classic is now offered by the seller with books, full-size spare tire, and a clear title.

Highlights

• Underwent restoration in 2008 
• 263.3ci Fireball straight-eight engine 
• Moog lowering springs

Ownership History                                                                            

• Offered by a private seller 
• Current location: Arizona 

EXTERIOR

• Turquoise paint 
• Tinted windows 
• Ventiports 
• Driver-side chrome mirror 

WHEELS AND TIRES                                                                                   

• 15-inch Cragar wheels 
• 235/70 Cooper Cobra radial tires 

Updates

• New tires have been installed within the last two years 

INTERIOR

• Multi-color cloth upholstery 
• Bench seat
• Manual steering
• Column-mounted manual shifter 
• Factory-style Sonomatic AM radio (inop)

INSTRUMENTS

• Gauges
  • 110-mph speedometer
  • Oil pressure
  • Temperature
  • Amperage
  • Fuel
• Odometer shows 63,257 miles
  • Title reads mileage-exempt

ENGINE AND TRANSMISSION

Engine

• 263.3ci Fireball straight-eight 
  • 125 horsepower
  • Two-barrel carburetor 
  • Oil bath air cleaner 
  • Electric fuel pump 
  • Optimum battery 

Transmission

• Three-speed manual 

UNDERCARRIAGE, SUSPENSION, BRAKES, AND EXHAUST                              

• 3.90 gears
• Moog lowering springs
• Polyurethane front sway bar end link bushings 
• Independent front suspension 
• Manual drum brakes 
• Dual exhaust system 

KNOWN IMPERFECTIONS

• Minor surface corrosion is seen on the undercarriage and components
• Cosmetic blemishes noted in paint
• Blankets seen in photos are stitched in place
  • True seat condition is unknown
• Door panel has some wear
• Radio is inoperable
• Signs of age are visible on the dashboard and steering wheel 

ITEMS INCLUDED WITH THE VEHICLE 

• Books 
• Full-size spare tire 

VIDEO

• Seller has included a video that shows a walk-around inspection, interior tour, and a closer look at the engine, which can be seen below 

**VIN NOTICE: THIS VEHICLE CURRENTLY HAS A VIN THAT MAY – DEPENDING ON THE STATE OF REGISTRATION – REQUIRE THE BUYER TO HAVE THE VEHICLE INSPECTED AND BE SUBJECT TO A STATE-ISSUED VIN AND/OR OTHER REQUIREMENTS OF THAT STATE