If one were to hear the brand name Buick, what would spring to mind are some of the most impressive classic cars in history. An interesting fact about Buick is that it was among the first American automobile brands and was the company that established General Motors. It was founded more than a century ago and granted the world with fascinating automobiles that are coveted today. The Buick Special, otherwise known as the Series 40, is a model line produced by the company that was usually its lowest-priced model. In the year 1940, Buick marketed their year lineup as new and improved, and our subject, the 1940 Buick Special Series 40 Coupe, was among them.
Up for sale in Virginia, this fully restored example harks back to a time when even the entry-level models exuded glamour and presence. Being a 1940 model year, this Buick gained an inch on its wheelbase and had its headlamps incorporated into the front fenders. Its enclosed nose, wide chrome grille, bumpers, side trim, and intriguing details like the turn signal atop the front fenders add to its character. Completing the look is a deep black paint job, which is complemented by period-correct steel rims with chrome hubcaps wrapped in new whitewall tires. The interior has also been restored to its original specifications with grey Bedford cloth and mohair fabric. All the gauges, trim pieces, steering wheel, and other associated parts are as they came from the factory. The trunk compartment houses the spare tire and remains as it would have left the factory in 1940.
Giving life to this 1940 Buick Special Series 40 Coupe is a smooth 248 cubic inch “dynaflash” straight 8 engine. This is an overhead valve powerhouse that utilizes five main bearings, aluminum rockers, and mechanical valve lifters. A respectable figure of 107 horsepower is enough to move this classic beauty with grace. Sending power to the rear wheels is a three-speed manual transmission that can be controlled with a column shifter, a rarity in the contemporary world. The current owner reports all maintenance has been done and is up to date, including the brakes being redone.
1940 Buick Special 40
248ci Inline-8
Automatic Transmission
RWD
Black Exterior Paint
Grey Leather Interior
New White Wall Tires
Customer Reports All Maintenance up to date
Fully Restored
Current Owner Reports New Brakes
The 1937 Buick Special Series 40 Convertible represents a distinctive moment in prewar American automotive design, blending elegant Art Deco styling with the smooth, streamlined proportions that defined Buick’s entry-level luxury models of the era. While Buick was known for refinement and engineering sophistication in the 1930s, this example advances that legacy by integrating modern performance and comfort into a classic platform. Finished in Silver and fitted with a Carson-style removable top, this restomod preserves the graceful lines of the original convertible while transforming it into a high-performance cruiser that bridges prewar aesthetics and contemporary hot rod culture.
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.
This 1947 Buick Special Model 51 has been transformed from a post-war American sedan into a meticulously built restomod that blends classic Buick elegance with modern performance and usability. Offered from Corpus Christi, Texas, it rides on an all-steel body finished in cream with burgundy window accents and is powered by a GM 6.0L Vortec LS V8 paired to a 4L80E 4-speed automatic transmission.
1970 marked an important year for Buick’s midsize muscle car lineup, as the Skylark 350 Sport Coupe blended the brand’s signature comfort with increasingly aggressive performance styling. While Buick’s GS models often stole the spotlight, well-optioned Skylarks like this example have become increasingly appreciated for offering the same muscular A-body proportions and V8-powered driving experience at a more approachable level. Showing approximately 19,245 miles on the odometer, this Skylark benefits from a substantial refurbishment and modernization effort that included drivetrain work, suspension upgrades, steering enhancements, interior refresh, and cosmetic refinishing. Finished in Bamboo Cream over a Saddle vinyl interior, this Buick stands out with tasteful GS Stage 1-inspired styling cues, upgraded handling components, and classic American muscle car presence.
The Buick Reatta was General Motors’ attempt to create a distinctly American personal luxury coupe with a more intimate, driver-focused personality than Buick’s traditional large sedans. Handcrafted in relatively limited numbers at GM’s specialized Reatta Craft Centre in Lansing, Michigan, the Reatta represented an unusual blend of premium comfort, futuristic technology, and compact proportions. This 1991 Buick Reatta Coupe shows just 19,120 miles, making it an exceptionally low-mileage example of a model that remains something of an overlooked modern classic. Finished in Bright Red over Saddle leather, this Reatta presents with the kind of crisp, period-correct styling that defined early-1990s GM design, while its low production numbers and unusual backstory give it genuine collector intrigue.
The Buick LeSabre was a full-size model that was one of Buick’s longest-running nameplates. Introduced in 1959, it was made across eight generations until 2005. Today’s 1975 Buick LeSabre Convertible is a lovely red drop-top from Rudford, Michigan and has done just 47,268 miles so far. The car packs a 3-speed automatic transmission, chrome wire wheels and even the original window sticker! And let’s not forget its large 455ci V8 up front, a symbol of luxury itself back in the day.
Few vehicles better represent the backbone of early American commerce than the Ford Model AA. Introduced in late 1927 as Ford’s heavy-duty commercial truck platform, the Model AA took the dependable formula of the legendary Model A and scaled it up for serious hauling duty. This 1929 Ford Model AA 1½-Ton Stake Bed Truck is a beautifully presented example of that utilitarian workhorse, showing approximately 49,325 miles. Finished in classic black with a contrasting green interior and matching green steel-spoke wheels, this truck captures the honest, hardworking charm of pre-war America. The restored wood stake bed adds tremendous visual appeal while preserving the truck’s authentic commercial roots, making this a standout collector piece for enthusiasts of early industrial-era motoring.
The 1936 DeSoto Airstream represents a fascinating chapter in pre-war American motoring, arriving during an era when automotive design embraced both mechanical durability and the dramatic styling influences of the Art Deco movement. Positioned as DeSoto’s more conventionally styled alternative to the radical Airflow, the Airstream offered familiar proportions while still incorporating sleek modern touches for its time. This 1936 DeSoto Airstream 4-Door Touring Sedan shows approximately 59,915 miles and stands as a rare surviving example of Chrysler Corporation craftsmanship from the golden age of American automobiles. With its long sweeping fenders, distinctive pre-war styling, and charming period details, this DeSoto offers collectors an authentic glimpse into motoring from nearly nine decades ago.
This 1930 Ford Model A Pickup has been thoughtfully reimagined as a street rod, combining nearly a century-old design with dependable V8 power and modern driving comfort. Showing just 421 miles since its build, this example presents as a fresh and well-executed custom that’s ready to be enjoyed immediately. The classic Model A silhouette remains intact, but underneath, it benefits from a proven Chevrolet 350ci V8 and automatic transmission, making it far more usable in today’s world. With upgrades like power steering, air conditioning, and a refreshed interior, this truck delivers vintage charm without the compromises typically associated with pre-war vehicles.
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