1956 Buick Special

This 1956 Buick Special is a six-passenger estate wagon finished in green and beige over turquoise and green vinyl upholstery and powered by a 322ci V8 mated with a three-speed manual transmission. Features include chrome trim and bumpers, dual mirrors, 15″ steel wheels, a washer fluid system, a heater and defroster, a folding rear seat, and a Sonomatic push-button AM radio. The car is said to have been refurbished under previous ownership and was acquired by the selling dealer in 2022. This Buick wagon is offered in Oregon with manufacturer’s literature, car show awards, and a clean California title. The body is finished in green and beige and is said to have been repainted under previous ownership. Equipment includes a washer fluid system, Buick hood ornament, wraparound windshield, rear tailgate, chrome bumpers, fender-mounted VentiPorts, vertical taillamps, and polished Sweepspears running the length of the body. Steel 15″ wheels wear Buick-branded covers and are mounted with 225/75 Kuhmo Solus RR21 tires. Braking is handled by hydraulic drums at all four corners. The cabin features front and rear bench seats upholstered in turquoise and green vinyl joined by a color-coordinated dashboard and door panels. Equipment includes a heater and defroster, folding rear seat, carpeted rear cargo area, vent windows, and a Sonomatic push-button AM radio. The three-spoke steering wheel has a chrome horn ring and frames a 120-mph speedometer and gauges for coolant temperature, fuel level, amperes, and oil pressure. The five-digit mechanical odometer shows 97k miles, approximately 20 of which have been added by the selling dealer. The 322ci V8 was factory rated at 220 horsepower and 319 lb-ft of torque and features a two-barrel carburetor. Power is delivered to the rear wheels through a column-shifted three-speed manual transmission. Manufacturer’s literature and various car show awards and plaques are included in the sale.