Lot #

9537

Location

Burlington, WA 98233

Seller

Dealer

38117

248ci Fireball Straight-eight

3 Speed Manual

Light Gray

51099595

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Asking Price: $49,995 Questions

This 1948 Buick Special Estate Wagon, affectionately known as the “Woodie,” is now available for sale. With VIN 51099595 and registration number DGC9595, it features a gray exterior with patterned gray upholstery. Under the hood, a 248ci Fireball straight-eight engine is paired with a column-shifted three-speed manual transmission.

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. Originally purchased in Ohio, it remained with a single family until its acquisition by the current owner in early 2023.

Since late 2022, this Woodie has undergone meticulous restoration, including a rebuilt generator and master cylinder, an overhauled rear braking system, and replacements for the exhaust manifold, gaskets, voltage regulator, condenser, and points. It is now presented in excellent condition, accompanied by manufacturer’s literature, refurbishment photos, and a clean Washington title.

Previously repainted, the Hercules-bodied wagon maintains its gray finish with darker accents on the hood. Additional highlights include a hood ornament, a vertical-bar grille with “Buick Eight” lettering, chrome bumpers with overriders, “Super” script on the airfoil-style front fenders, a two-piece windshield, polished gravel guards, and dual side mirrors. Minor cosmetic imperfections are noted, such as small dents in the side trim and right-rear quarter panel, a pitted exhaust finisher, a scratched left-front fender, and other minor paint blemishes.

The Super Estate rides on 15-inch steel wheels with chrome trim rings and Buick-branded hubcaps, wrapped in Goodyear Arriva whitewall tires. Its suspension consists of an independent front setup, a solid rear axle, and coil springs on all four corners. Braking is handled by hydraulically assisted four-wheel drums, with the rear brakes refurbished in 2023.

Inside, the cabin features two rows of bench seating upholstered in gray vinyl with patterned cloth inserts, complemented by stained-wood trim on the roof, doors, and pillars. Additional equipment includes a Venti-heater, Borg electric clock, windshield-mounted compass, lap belts, and a push-button AM radio.

The black steering wheel, fitted with a necker knob and chrome horn ring, sits in front of a 120-mph speedometer, flanked by combination gauges for battery status, coolant temperature, fuel level, and oil pressure. The chrome gauge bezels show some pitting. The five-digit odometer reads 38,000 miles, with approximately 250 miles added under current ownership. Total mileage is unknown.

The 248ci Fireball inline-eight engine features a single downdraft carburetor, a blue-finished intake manifold, and a matching valve cover. The condenser, points, exhaust manifold, and intake/exhaust manifold gaskets were replaced in 2023.

Power is sent to the rear wheels through a column-shifted three-speed manual transmission, making this Woodie a well-preserved and highly desirable classic.

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