1924 Buick Type 35
Full size family fun; full
weather equipment; ex-Australia RHD model; wire wheels; four-wheel
brakes
This impressive 1924 Buick is thought to have been built
in Canada for export to the Antipodes....from whence it came to these shores in
2001.
Imported by a gent from Croydon, he sold it to our vendor within
the year.
A copy handbook lists this as a 24-4-35 model, refering to its
taxable horsepower, number of cylinders and body style, which would make this
the standard 5 Passenger Tourer that you see before you.
The
four-cylinder ohv engine has 2.8-litres which should give the car plenty of go,
bought into check with the externally contracting brakes on all four wheels -
all pretty advanced stuff on a mass proudced car in 1924.
It has been
restored, but a long time ago so wears some battle-scars, which it
does with pride, and comes equipped with nice detials such as the lovely
bevelled glass in the rear hood and portholes in the rear side curtains. The
Buick kick plates on the rear wings are an Antipodean feature too.
The
upholstery is in sound order, as is the hood covering - although the frame could
benefit from simple remedial attention where the hoops meet the steel mountings.
There appear to be side-screens behind the rear seat, which would make it nice
and snug in cold weather.
It is unusual to see a big American
car of this era on wire wheels - and what a difference they make, giving
the car great presence on the road.
Since arrival, we have been driving
it around on-site, the car starting well although bidders are advised that the
plug at the bottom of the radiator will need some professional
remediation.
Complete with V5c and old style V5, this looks like a huge
amount of fun for the whole family. It is fully VSCC eligible, which includes
the active trials scene - its about time those Model As got a run for their
money!!
For more information - contact [email protected]
Reg No: SV9055
Chassis Number: 1112198
Engine Number: 1155907
Engine Size: 2789
Docs: V5c; old style V5; eight old MOTs; copy handbook
Estimate: £12,500+
Lot 36
Lot ended
Monday 17/05/2021
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