Cheers or Jeers: 19,000 mile 1952 Buick Series 50 Woodie

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1952 Buick Series 50 “Woodie” Estate Wagon

Chassis No. 16695594

Specs: Inline eight-cylinder engine, five main bearings, Carter four-barrel carburetor, Dynaflow Drive automatic transmission and four-wheel hydraulic brakes.

For 1952 Buick refined, rather than redesigned their cars. The rare and desirable Estate Wagon (Model 59) was the most extensive Super model; it used side wood trim sparingly, however the tailgate was hand crafted in the truest of “woodie” styles. All Woodies were produced in the Flint Assembly Plant due to the proximity of the outside supplier Ionia Body Company, who supplied the combination of wood and steel bodies from 1949 through 1953.

The early Super Series 50 were powered by an inline eight-cylinder engine and was distinguished by its three chrome ventiports on the sides of the hood. The Supers were the same size as the Specials with their 121.5 inch wheelbase, unless the Super Series 50 LWB version was ordered. This extended the wheelbase by four inches and provided extra interior room for its passengers.

16695594: The 1952 Series 50 Estate presented here marks the end of an era, as 1953 would be the final year Buick offered wood on its Estate wagons. This nostalgic driver is equipped with a Dynaflow automatic transmission, full wheel covers, electric clock, radio, heater, and wide white walled tires. Overall, this is a highly original example; finished in maroon paint over red interior upholstery, and proudly displays a beautiful patina throughout. The cosmetic restoration, although aged, remains very solid top to bottom, including all exterior wood. As with any older preserved vehicle the brightwork, undercarriage and engine bay are by no means show quality, but certainly add character to the overall presentation.

Mechanically the Buick is in good running and driving condition. It makes for a good "driver" as-is or would make for an easy restoration. Early American Woodies are becoming very valuable and extremely hard to find!

• Extremely Rare Post-War Woodie!
  
• Desirable California Car!
  
• Beautiful Interior and Patina!
  
• Presentable Driver or Excellent Restoration Prospect!
  
• A Classic American Icon!
  

Only: $72,500.00

A gorgeous, stately old lady deserving of a good home. The price seems high, but hey, how many of these are left?

I don't watch these, but I don't believe the price is that out of line.

Beautiful piece.

Price is high, but not out of line with the market for woodies.

Fantastic car, in another life time I would like to be born back in the 50's to enjoy some of these when they were around everywhere.