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- 1939 Buick McLaughlin Series 40 Special
1939 Buick McLaughlin Series 40 Special
Lot Number: 149
1939 Buick McLaughlin Series 40 Special
This 1939 BUICK MCLOUGHLIN SERIES 40 SPECIAL
LIVE AUCTION: This lot was auctioned on Saturday 12th April, 2014 at 2.00pm BST at Stoneleigh Park, Stoneleigh Rd, Coventry, CV8 2LG
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BODY COLOUR
Cream/Ivory -
DRIVE
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REG NUMBER
FYL831
DESCRIPTION
McLaughlin-Buick's long association with the British Royal Family along with its reputation for fine craftsmanship and reliability made it the car of choice for the upper classes both in Canada, Britain & its colonies. In 1939, on the eve of World War II, King George VI and Queen Elizabeth visited Canada. Four cars were outfitted for their tour, two of which were McLaughlin-Buick Royal Tour Cars built especially for the occasion.
"FYL 831" is an original right hand drive 1939 Straight 8 Series 40 Special with twin side mounted spare wheels. Purchased by our vendor 20 years ago as a restoration project. Over the years a tremendous amount of work and money has been dedicated to the restoration of the ca,r although in recent years time has not allowed for it to be completed.
The engine has been totally overhauled and has covered zero miles. Rolls Royce upholsterers have refurbished the original and very rare leather interior and a new head lining and carpets fitted.
Over the period a new bespoke right hand drive wiring loom and new old stock electrics have been fitted, along with copper brake pipes, new old stock wheel cylinders and linings. The radiator has had a new core and a new old stock water pump has been installed.
Having been stripped down to the chassis and rebuilt it has been subjected to a full bare metal (lead-filled only) respray. However, since being stored in a barn, some surface rust has started to appear and attention to the paintwork is required once more.
All the necessary parts (plus numerous duplicates) accompany the car to complete the project and the majority of the work has been completed over the years.
Our vendor informs us that that "FYL 831" was an army vehicle during the war possibly carrying Canadian and US Generals around London. A perfect car for the D-day celebrations?
A great opportunity to purchase a rare and prestigious car in the knowledge that the hard work has been done and limited amount of final preparation's will soon return the car to its former glory.
SPECIFICATION
- Lot Number
- 149
- Make
- BUICK MCLOUGHLIN
- Model
- SERIES 40 SPECIAL
- Registration Number
- FYL831
- Chassis Number
- 944192402
- Engine Number
- 3423000
- Body Colour
- Cream/Ivory
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