1940 Buick Special Series 40 Convertible

350ci V8 | Custom Paint Job | Reupholstered Interior

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240212466

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Make:
Model:
VIN:
43919854
Lot Number:
240212466
Condition:
Used
Odometer:
700 miles
(Exempt / TMU)
Engine:
350ci V8
Drive Type:
Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD)
Transmission:
Automatic
Exterior Color:
Cream
Interior Color:
Burgundy
Vinyl Wrap:
Vehicle Location:
New Mexico
  • 1940 Buick Special Series 40 Convertible Coupe
  • 350ci V8
  • 2-Barrel Carburetor
  • 3-Speed Automatic
  • RWD
  • Cream Exterior
  • Burgundy Interior
  • Burgundy Convertible Soft Top
  • Reupholstered Interior
  • Aftermarket Leather Seats
  • Aftermarket Dash Instruments
  • Aftermarket Carpeting
  • Aftermarket AM/FM Radio - Not Operating Currently
  • Aftermarket Clock
  • Aftermarket Lowered Suspension
  • Aftermarket Convertible Soft Top
  • Custom Paint Job
  • 3 Keys - 2 Ignition, 1 Trunk

Extras Included in the Sale

  • Instructions Included on How to Operate Trunk
  • Springs to Raise Suspension

Overview of 1940 Buick Special Series 40 Convertible For Sale by Owner

This 1940 Buick Special Series 40 Convertible Coupe blends prewar elegance with postwar V8 performance thanks to a later-model drivetrain upgrade. While retaining its classic proportions and convertible charm, this example benefits from a 350ci Buick V8 and automatic transmission, making it far more usable and approachable for modern driving. The combination of vintage styling and mechanical updates gives this Buick a restomod character without straying too far from its original identity.

Exterior and Interior

Finished in a custom cream exterior, the car presents with smooth, flowing body lines and a custom paint job that complements its Art Deco–inspired design. A burgundy convertible soft top adds visual contrast and reinforces the period look. Inside, the cabin has been reupholstered in burgundy leather, with aftermarket seating, carpeting, and trim throughout. Additional aftermarket touches include updated dash instruments, a clock, and an AM/FM radio, though the radio is currently inoperative. Overall, the interior reflects a tasteful refresh rather than strict originality.

Engine

Power comes from a swapped-in 350ci Buick V8 from a 1968 Buick Skylark that is naturally aspirated and equipped with a 2-barrel carburetor, also paired to a 3-speed automatic transmission driving the rear wheels. This drivetrain conversion significantly improves drivability compared to the original straight-eight setup. An aftermarket lowered suspension gives the car a more planted stance while maintaining cruising comfort. The mechanical configuration prioritizes ease of use and reliability, making this Buick suitable for regular enjoyment rather than static display.

Walk-around Video of this Buick Special

Passenger side photo of 1940 Buick Special

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