Currently listed for sale on AutoHunter is this restored 1940 Buick Special Convertible Coupe. It is powered by a 248ci Dynaflash straight-eight backed by a three-speed manual transmission. Features include dual sidemounts, dual chrome side mirrors, AM radio, manual crank vent windows, and more. Painted maroon with a tan convertible top over a red leather interior, this classic Buick Model 46C is offered by the selling dealer with a car cover and Georgia registration.
The original color of this Special was Carlsbad Black, but now it is maroon, which is nicely complemented by a manual tan convertible top. Other exterior features include dual sidemounts, front and rear turn signals, split windshield, dual chrome side mirrors, chrome beltline and hood trim, and chrome tailpipe extension. A set of 16-inch wheels with Buick hubcaps is wrapped in 6.50-inch wide-whitewall tires.
The cabin features a red leather interior with a split-back front seat. Other interior features include a column-mounted shifter, right-hand turn signal lever, three-spoke steering wheel, and period-correct AM radio.
Instrumentation includes a 110-mph speedometer and gauges for the oil pressure, coolant temperature, battery, and fuel level. The odometer currently shows 215 miles, though the registration reads mileage-exempt.
The 248ci Dynaflash Eight features an Aerobat two-barrel carburetor with automatic choke. It is paired with a three-speed manual transmission. Both the engine and transmission have been professionally rebuilt as part of the restoration.
The undercarriage features manual drum brakes and a single exhaust outlet that exits on the driver side.
Buick entered the 1940s in strong form, with handsome styling and torquey performance thanks to its Dynaflash valve-in-head straight-eight. Add a lovely top-down driving experience and it appears that the vehicle that’s the subject of our AutoHunter Spotlight is a very desirable opportunity that you shouldn’t miss. Mark the following time and date on your calendar because once 12:00 p.m. (PST) on Tuesday, June 16, 2026 arrives, you will discover you just may be the new caretaker of this 1940 Buick Special Convertible Coupe.
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