That's a beauty, but open the pocket book, because when they're sitting that long, they're going to need work; and parts for '53 Buicks aren't at the local parts store! If you liked the car in its current condition and could get it for $8000 or so, you could have a fun, fun car that attracts a lot of attention and theoretically wouldn't put you too far underwater. With that being said, I am submarined in my '53 Special, but I love it.