1948 Buick Super Convertible Street Rod Frame Off Restoration All Steel Body
1948 Buick Roadmaster Super
1948 Buick Super Convertible Street Rod Frame Off Restoration All Steel Body
This 1948 Buick Super convertible is finished in the iconic color combination of vibrant red with a tan convertible top and completes its outward presentation with a massive quantity of beautiful Buick Super polished chrome body trim.Featuring a sturdy steel body well-positioned to stand up to the rigors of the road and the passage of time, this 1948 Buick Super Convertible's curb appeal is absolutely off the charts.
A thorough, frame off restoration has transformed this ‘48 into a stellar classic that is equally at home on the car show circuit as it is providing plenty of fun filled miles on the asphalt. Every exacting step was taken to ensure that the array of mechanical components featured on this one of a kind ride offers an uncompromising driving experience along with outstanding aesthetics.
The fuel injected Buick Roadmaster LT1 V8 at the center of the engine compartment is perfectly framed by the color matched firewall and inner fenders surrounding it and there's not so much as a wire out of place. The engine exhales into a pair of ceramic coated headers and dual exhaust system with stainless mufflers. An aluminum radiator with electric fan now sits up front to keep operating temperatures under control. The motor pairs with a 4L60E automatic transmission with high performance rebuild that provides both seamless shifts and low RPM highway cruising and is running in top form. The added performance, both in terms of torque and horsepower, make this combination far more user-friendly car to drive than the original powerplant. Faster acceleration and an enhanced cruising speed is combined with a thoroughly upgraded suspension and steering system, so the overall driving experience it provides is top notch. The power rack and pinion steering makes this sizable ride easy to maneuver and a pair of front drilled and slotted disk brakes along with rear drum brakes bring the car to dependable and prompt stops.
With its rack and pinion power steering, tubular control arms up front and Chassis engineering rear leaf spring suspension at both ends, this '48 Buick Super offers a smooth, refined ride - not an attribute you'd normal associate with this earlier era.
The fully customized driving interior features a tan ultraleather power bench seat and an expanse of ultra-clean matching carpeting. Tasteful custom upgrades added to an interior retaining most of its original design features has created an outstanding driving experience. Most of the furnishings inside the cockpit have a familiar, authentic appearance to them, but represent visual improvements over the original 1948 build.
When a change in the weather calls for more protection while out on the road, it’s as easy as pressing the switch to operate the power-actuated tan convertible canvas top to seal out the foul weather elements.
This 1948 Buick Super convertible street rod represents a skilled pairing of vintage and modern and would be a fitting garage centerpiece for even the most discerning collector. This car has been a fan favorite at car shows and will be sure to turn heads for generations to come. 1948 Buick Super convertible’s are becoming very hard to come by and especially in restored condition. If you are in the market for an amazing, nostalgic Buick, you can end your search here!Call today! Chris 763-350-5858
Model Year: 1948
Make: Buick
Model: Super 56C Convertible
Body Type: Two Door Convertible
Interior Color: Tan
Exterior Color: Red
Title Condition: Clear
Mileage: 2,043 Since Restoration
Date of Restoration: 2017
For Sale By: Private Seller
Basic Information
All steel body and fenders
Built with a rare 1946 Buick front grill, the original 1948 grill is included in the purchase
Full frame off nut and bolt restoration
Interior
Power windows
Power Seat
Ultraleather adjustable split-back power bench seat, matching tan leather door panels, electric cloth convertible top & rear compartment area
Red dashboard w/ full set of Classic Instruments black/tan-face gauges
GM tilt steering column w/ a tan leather wrapped banjo style 3-spoke steering wheel
Billet pedals and door handles
All of the electrical components, gauges, lights, blinkers, etc. work perfectly
Vintage A/C and heat
Pioneer AM/FM CD Stereo
Exterior
Every piece of original chrome and stainless trim has been restored to very high standard
New tan canvas convertible top, which is also power-actuated and stows itself neatly behind the back seat
15-inch steel wheels w/ chrome Buick hubcaps & chrome beauty rings wrapped in Corker wide-whitewall radial tires
Running boards
Lighted trunk compartment is beautifully finished in matching tan ultraleather & tan carpeting w/ embossed SUPER logo
LED brake lights
TANKS fuel tank with electric fuel pump and completed with end to end braided lines
Engine
Buick Roadmaster LT1 V8 EFI
Aluminum heads
Custom fuel injection cover
Chrome alternator and bracket
Aluminum radiator with electric fan
Lots polished & chrome components everywhere that meets the eye
Custom coated headers and dual exhaust system with stainless mufflers
4L60E Automatic Transmission with high performance rebuild
Drivetrain
Smooth and painted frame
Rebuilt Ford 9-inch rear end with 3:50 gears
Front suspension is a Mustang II base with tubular a-arms
Power rack-and-pinion steering,
Chassis engineering rear leaf spring suspension
Front drilled and slotted disk brakes with rear drum brakes
Purchase includes the California Car Cover
Call today! Chris 763-350-5858 or Ebay message (We have additional pictures and videos if seriously interested)
- Make: Buick
- Model: Roadmaster
- SubModel: Convertible
- Type: Convertible
- Trim: Super
- Year: 1948
- Mileage: 2043
- VIN: 1485351
- Color: Red
- Engine size: LT1 V8 EFI
- Number of cylinders: 8
- Power options: Air Conditioning, Power Windows, Power Seats
- Fuel: Gasoline
- Transmission: Automatic
- Drive type: RWD
- Interior color: Tan
- Drive side: Left-hand drive
- Options: CD Player, Convertible
- Vehicle Title: Clean Want to buy? Contact seller!
