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Classic white-over-red '55 Buick Special convertible receives cosmetic and mechanical updates ahead of online auction listing.
A well-kept 1955 Buick Special convertible, freshly serviced and refinished in classic white, is currently up for bidding on Bring a Trailer via Avant Garde Collection. A product of Buick’s postwar design renaissance, this drop-top cruiser blends period charm with tasteful restoration updates.
This Special was reportedly repainted in its current white shade in the early 2000s and features a matching replacement white soft top. Signature 1955 details remain intact, including Buick’s iconic “VentiPorts” on the front fenders, a broad chrome grille, dual side mirrors, and gleaming trim throughout the body. The car rides on Kelsey Hayes-style 15-inch wheels wrapped in new BFGoodrich Silvertown radial tires installed in April 2025.
Recent servicing also included a brake fluid flush and the installation of a new brake light switch. Some imperfections persist, including inoperative windshield wipers, a non-functioning push-button AM radio, and a left-side heater fan that remains offline.
The red vinyl interior features split-back front seating and a rear bench, both presented in solid driver condition. The three-spoke steering wheel fronts a horizontal 120-mph speedometer and a combo gauge showing oil pressure, temperature, amperage, and fuel level. While the odometer shows 22,000 miles, the selling dealer confirms the reading is inaccurate and total mileage is unknown.
Under the hood is Buick’s 264-cubic-inch “Fireball” V8 with updated electronic ignition, paired to a two-speed Dynaflow automatic transmission. The car’s battery was recently replaced, though the listing notes fluid leaks from the oil pan, bell housing, and transmission.
Despite a few mechanical and cosmetic quirks, the Buick’s presentation and recent updates make it an attractive option for collectors seeking a 1950s American convertible with vintage flair. Bidding is open now on Bring a Trailer.
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