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'49 Sedanette?

Discussion in 'Classic Buicks' started by mn_leaf_fan, Apr 21, 2006.

  1. mn_leaf_fan

    mn_leaf_fan Active Member

    There is a 1949 Buick Special Sedanette for sale in my area that I am 'considering'......Yes, my wife knows.....she actually pointed it out! ;)

    It has been stored indoors for the last 10 years, but is in need of restoration. The body looks pretty good, Straight 8, but it needs glass, a full interior and brakes. ( and probably a lot more ).

    I don't have any pictures, but I might go back tomorrow and take some...

    They are asking $3950. Is that within the right price range?

    What say the Buick experts?
     
    mn_leaf_fan, Apr 21, 2006
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  2. kitno

    kitno Member

    maybe too much...

    i have a 1950 special sedanette. different body, not unique like the 49. but still, i overpaid at $2300 for a car in similar shape to yours. unless the chrome on the car is really good, that asking price seems high to me.

    allan
     
    kitno, Apr 21, 2006
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  3. mn_leaf_fan

    mn_leaf_fan Active Member

    Thanks for the feedback.

    I don't know much about the early Buicks but I did some research last night.

    It has a Dynoflow.... does that mean it's a Super and not a Special? ( I was looking at the condition more then the lettering on the chrome :confused: )
     
    mn_leaf_fan, Apr 22, 2006
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  4. sbrmd

    sbrmd Well-Known Member

    If....

    it has portholes on the front fender, it's a Super (three per side) or Roadmaster (four). 1949 Specials didn't have front fender portholes.

    Not sure, but I don't think the '49 Special (which really was a holdover '48) offered Dynaflow, which was an option on Super and standard on Roadmaster.

    Show us a picture!
     
    sbrmd, Apr 22, 2006
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  5. mn_leaf_fan

    mn_leaf_fan Active Member

    It has the 3 portholes and it also has the Dynoflow so it must be a Super. I'm trying to get in touch with the owner to find out more about the condition of the mechanicals.

    Does the fact that is a Super or that it has a Dynaflow make it more valuable?

    I think I am going to make an offer, but I want to know what is a fair price.
     
    mn_leaf_fan, Apr 22, 2006
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