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If You are fortunate enough to be the next owner of our <br />
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Splendid "55 Buick - expect the compliments we hear :<br />
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"Outstanding" ~ "Stunning" ~ "Immaculate" ~ "Superb" <br />
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etc., etc. MILES of SMILES - every time you drive...<br />
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Unmistakably Fifties American Iconic Styling. Original<br />
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Steel car, very carefully restored over 3+ years period.<br />
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Completed & revealed 2002 and awarded the coveted<br />
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"Minnesota Street Rods CAR OF THE YEAR" (USA)<br />
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Feature Car in a National American Magazine,<br />
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which gives a full history of the expert rebuild<br />
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(incl. the super- straight Body prep & Paint).<br />
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Underneath is very clean & solid throughout.<br />
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CHROME on Bumpers & Trim is SUPERB !<br />
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Photos do not do justice to Paint & Colour.<br />
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Sadly, the Owner passed & car was purchased<br />
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through reputable Specialist Dealer "Vanguard".<br />
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Imported to the UK in early 2014, the car comes<br />
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with all relevant Documentation : US State Title,<br />
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Bill of Sale from Vanguard, UK V5 Reg Doc., etc.<br />
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(Also copy of the "Rod & Custom" Mag feature.)<br />
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Used here on Sunny Days only for Shows, etc.<br />
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Driven recently to Kelmarsh Hall, AACI Hatton,<br />
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Newbury Retro Festival & NSRA Old Warden.<br />
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There are NO nasty Oil Leaks - the car is "dry".<br />
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This Buick is a joy to drive - comfortable & relaxed,<br />
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it starts first time every time, handles & stops well.<br />
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The "Big Block" V8 rumble is "music to the ears".<br />
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(It has Quality Stereo, but you might not use it !)<br />
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Too much Spec to list - but in summary :<br />
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427 cu in. V8 ~ TH350 Auto ~ 10 Bolt Rear<br />
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4 Link ~ Panhard Rod ~ Anti Roll, etc.<br />
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Stewart Warner Gauges - ALL working !<br />
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Professionally Rebuilt Engine -<br />
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Sounds Sweet & Drives Smooth.<br />
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Ceramic Coated Headers, Custom<br />
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Exhaust & Flowmaster Silencers.<br />
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K&N Filter, Edelbrock Carb, Intake etc.,<br />
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Power Disc Brakes & Power Steering.<br />
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Rear Air Bags for Adjustable Ride / Height.<br />
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Tinted (Double Glazed) Glass, Laminate Screen<br />
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Power Windows, Tilt Steering, "Custom" Dash.<br />
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Vintage Air Con System with Detailed Unit.<br />
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Superb Chrome "Moon" Wheels + Whitewalls.<br />
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"Aircraft" braided hoses & joints. Trans Cooler.<br />
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"Shaved" Firewall, Door Handles, Hood & Trunk.<br />
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Secure Door Entry, Electrical Cutout, etc., etc.<br />
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You get the idea. Start Living the Dream !<br />
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SERIOUS ENQUIRIES ONLY ~ PLEASE <br />
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USA Dealer Photos available, Link here :- <br />
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http://inventory.vanguardmotorsales.com/vehicles/1192/1955-buick-street-rod-2-door<br />
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Date written: 29-Aug-2017
Price: £34950 As stated
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