1938 Buick Special Series 40 Sedan

248ci I8 | Drum Brakes | All Original

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LOT #

250941922

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Make:
Model:
VIN:
13385662
Lot Number:
250941922
Condition:
Used
Odometer:
72,366 miles
(Exempt / TMU)
Engine:
248ci I8
Drive Type:
Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD)
Transmission:
Automatic
Exterior Color:
Burgundy
Interior Color:
Beige
Vinyl Wrap:
Vehicle Location:
Missouri
  • 1938 Buick Special Series 40 Sedan
  • 248ci I8
  • Single Downdraft Carburetor
  • 3-Speed Manual
  • RWD
  • Burgundy Exterior
  • Beige Interior
  • Independent Front Suspension w/Coil Springs
  • Rear Solid Axle w/ Leaf Springs
  • Drum Brakes
  • White Wall Tires
  • Spare Tire in Trunk

Overview of 1938 Buick Special Series 40 Sedan For Sale by Owner

The 1938 Buick Special Series 40 Sedan captures the elegance and innovation of pre-war American motoring, blending Buick’s hallmark smoothness with stylish Art Deco design. Offered from Nevada, Missouri, this example remains highly original, powered by its 248ci inline-eight paired to a 3-speed manual transmission. With 72,366 miles, it stands as both a collectible pre-war classic and a usable vintage sedan that showcases Buick’s engineering achievements of the era.

Exterior and Interior

Finished in burgundy with white wall tires, the Special’s long, flowing fenders and vertical chrome grille highlight its streamlined 1930s styling. The sedan body provides a commanding yet graceful profile, while the included spare tire in the trunk adds period-correct practicality. Inside, the beige cabin offers classic simplicity with bench seating, functional instrumentation, and original trim, preserving the authentic feel of late-1930s Buick craftsmanship.

Engine

Powering this Special is Buick’s 248 cubic-inch inline-eight, a smooth and durable engine fed by a single downdraft carburetor. The engine is paired with a 3-speed manual transmission, delivering traditional rear-wheel-drive dynamics. Independent front suspension with coil springs was an advanced feature for its time, enhancing ride comfort, while drum brakes and a solid rear axle with leaf springs complete the mechanical package.

Walk-around Video of this Buick Special

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