How much is a 1956 Buick Special worth?
Special prices ranged from $2,200 to $3,163. via
Why are Buicks called nailheads?
While it was officially called by Buick the "Fireball V8" it became known as the "Nailhead" by enthusiasts for the unusual vertical alignment of its small-sized valves, features that were the result of putting both intake and exhaust valves on the intake manifold side of the "pent-roof combustion chamber" used in this via
What engine did the 1955 Buick Special have?
Under the hood, the Special was powered by a new 264-cid V-8 engine that generated 146 hp when paired to a three-speed manual transmission, and 150 hp when mated to the Dynaflow automatic shifter. via
How much does a 1955 Buick Special weigh?
1955 Buick Specifications / Specs
| General Information | Special Series | Super Series |
|---|---|---|
| Height (at normal load) | 60.2"** | 62.4" |
| Minimum road clearance | 62.2" | 62.5" |
| Shipping weight* - Synchromesh | 3,742 pounds | - |
| Shipping weight* - Dynaflow | 3,866 pounds | 4,239 pounds |
Did Buick make a 4 door convertible in 1958?
Available only as a 4-door hardtop, 2-door hardtop coupe or convertible, the Limited rode Buick's 127.5 in (3,238 mm) wheelbase, with its body stretched 227.1 in (5,768 mm), just shy of nineteen feet in length.
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1958 Limited.
| Buick Limited | |
|---|---|
| Body style | 4-door hardtop 2-door hardtop 2-door convertible |
| Platform | C-body |
What were the 1958 Buick models?
1958 Buick models included the Roadmaster Riviera, Limited series, the Super series, the Century series, Special series and the wagon series called the Century Caballero. Buick's least popular vehicle was the Limited Convertible model 756, along with the Limited Riviera Sedan and the Limited Riviera Coupe. via