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Very rare, very beautiful. Both describe this award-winning 1956
Buick Super convertible, subject to a comprehensive restoration
completed in 2013. There is a lot to talk about here.
Let's start with scarcity. This represents the rarest Buick
automobile built in 1956. Of almost 600,000 produced that year,
only 2,489 were Super Convertibles (model 56C). This low
production, combined with the car's beautiful design, has made this
a very desirable classic Buick (note the example sold by
Barrett-Jackson for $220,000 in 2013).
Speaking of the design, this car is truly gorgeous. The Super
delivered a sporty elegance, sharing the large 127" wheelbase with
the Roadmaster (not to mention 4-VentiPort fenders). The lines are
very graceful for a car this size, perhaps even more impressive
when seen in person.
This Buick has been through an extensive frame-off, nut-and-bolt
restoration (documentation included). The car spent its early years
in Arizona and eventually found its way to western Colorado. That
is where it was found in a field, solid and rust free but needing a
complete restoration. Work commenced for several years with one
major interruption until the entire project was completed in
2013.
The car was originally all red but received a new two-tone paint
scheme. The colors combine beautifully with the natural division
along the trim line. The white top and tires really accentuate the
look, as does the shiny brightwork. The car also has many nice
features including power steering, brakes, top, windows, and
seat.
The car has its original 322ci Nailhead V8 which was rebuilt. The
engine was fitted with an Edelbrock 4-barrel carburetor with
electric choke for improved performance, but still wears its unique
original air cleaner. There is also some extra chrome for a little
pizzazz. The Dynaflow transmission has been redone and works
perfectly.
The interior is completely new. It is a fitting touch to the car,
using an original two-tone pattern with high quality materials. In
addition to everything readily seen, there is also Dynamat under
the carpet, new rubber seals for the doors, and new window felts. A
Sony stereo was installed in the glove box along with door speakers
(extra door panel material remains to put things back to
stock).
A tremendous effort was put into this car. The frame was
sandblasted and powdercoated. Mechanicals were rebuilt. The
interior was replaced. Top hydraulics were redone. The original
spare was remounted with a tube. Decals were re-stenciled.
Painting, plating, polishing, etc.; far more than can be listed
here. But the result is fabulous, and couldn't have happened to a
nicer model - the rare 1956 Super Convertible.
