Buick - C56 - 1947
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Selected by Arjan Rietveld
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1947 C56 with automatic transmission, petrol engine of 200 hp, 12,000 miles, matching numbers, purple, located in Belgium, fully restored in 2012.
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Description from the seller
General
The year of manufacture of the car is 1947.
The car was fully restored in 2012, leaving it in perfect condition. It has been used only as a hobby, so normal signs of use have been kept to a minimum.
Bodywork and paintwork:
Both the paintwork and the body are in very good condition. There is not a single trace of rust. The car has a few superficial 'usage' scratches but is completely dent-free. The windows are electric and also in good condition. The chrome on the car still shines.
The entire chassis and body, as well as all hollow spaces, have undergone an anti-corrosion treatment.
TECHNICAL CONDITION:
The technical condition of the vehicle was checked very recently (2025).
The brakes and tires are in very good condition.
The rear suspension is an air-sprung suspension that is in perfect working condition.
Both the belts and the clutch were also recently inspected and maintained.
The vehicle is equipped with a main power switch and a starter interrupter.
The engine starts and runs well and has sufficient oil pressure. The engine is 4,200 cc with 200 hp, which guarantees smooth driving.
The automatic transmission is also in good and working condition.
The electrically controlled convertible roof operates optimally. The trunk lid also works with a hydraulic pump that has always been well maintained.
The fuel tank belongs to RSV.
The vehicle has a separate load-bearing chassis that is rustproof and undamaged.
The entire undercarriage is in very good condition.
The vehicle underwent a full service in 2025, for which the invoice is available.
INTERIOR:
The car's upholstery is white leather. It has always been well maintained and only shows the usual signs of use. The upholstery and the headliner were completely renewed in 2012.
The power windows are still functioning properly. Additionally, there is a working radio in the car that also has a CD player.
Documents
The car has Dutch onboard documents but is located in Belgium.
The invoice for the most recently performed work and maintenance is available. There is also a short guide to the various controls in the vehicle available.
The car has an appraisal report prepared by a certified appraiser. This appraisal report describes the condition of the car and appraises an amount of €65,000.
AFHALING
The car is immediately available and can be picked up in Belgium.
General
The year of manufacture of the car is 1947.
The car was fully restored in 2012, leaving it in perfect condition. It has been used only as a hobby, so normal signs of use have been kept to a minimum.
Bodywork and paintwork:
Both the paintwork and the body are in very good condition. There is not a single trace of rust. The car has a few superficial 'usage' scratches but is completely dent-free. The windows are electric and also in good condition. The chrome on the car still shines.
The entire chassis and body, as well as all hollow spaces, have undergone an anti-corrosion treatment.
TECHNICAL CONDITION:
The technical condition of the vehicle was checked very recently (2025).
The brakes and tires are in very good condition.
The rear suspension is an air-sprung suspension that is in perfect working condition.
Both the belts and the clutch were also recently inspected and maintained.
The vehicle is equipped with a main power switch and a starter interrupter.
The engine starts and runs well and has sufficient oil pressure. The engine is 4,200 cc with 200 hp, which guarantees smooth driving.
The automatic transmission is also in good and working condition.
The electrically controlled convertible roof operates optimally. The trunk lid also works with a hydraulic pump that has always been well maintained.
The fuel tank belongs to RSV.
The vehicle has a separate load-bearing chassis that is rustproof and undamaged.
The entire undercarriage is in very good condition.
The vehicle underwent a full service in 2025, for which the invoice is available.
INTERIOR:
The car's upholstery is white leather. It has always been well maintained and only shows the usual signs of use. The upholstery and the headliner were completely renewed in 2012.
The power windows are still functioning properly. Additionally, there is a working radio in the car that also has a CD player.
Documents
The car has Dutch onboard documents but is located in Belgium.
The invoice for the most recently performed work and maintenance is available. There is also a short guide to the various controls in the vehicle available.
The car has an appraisal report prepared by a certified appraiser. This appraisal report describes the condition of the car and appraises an amount of €65,000.
AFHALING
The car is immediately available and can be picked up in Belgium.
Details
Brand
Buick
Model Type
C56
Year
1947
Located in
Belgium
Mileage reading
12000 mi
Registration papers
with Dutch registration
Transmission
Automatic
Fuel
Petrol
Colour
Purple
Horse Power
200
Matching numbers
Yes
Matching colours
Unknown
Service book/history
No
Valid MOT
No
CoC (Certificate of Conformity) present
No
Certificate available
No
Condition (Paint & body)
Good: may require conventional body and paintwork. May require replacement of parts
Condition (Interior)
Good: shows signs of normal wear and usage. May require repair or replacement of parts
Condition (Frame & underbody)
Very Good: frame/structure is in a well preserved condition, minor signs of usage/wear
Condition (Mechanical)
Very Good: mechanically sound, may require minor service
Condition (Overall)
Good condition: visible signs of wear and general ageing
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Catawiki always aims to offer you the best possible buying experience. Our experts virtually review and select every vehicle in line with our submission guidelines and we require our sellers to provide the most accurate description of the vehicle. However, providing a fully detailed analysis of the vehicle is extremely difficult, and close to impossible. To guide you, we ask our sellers to provide information about the vehicle’s condition. Please consider that most vehicles for sale are classic vehicles and they often already have a whole life behind them, meaning that even a condition 1 or 2 vehicle might need maintenance to be ready for the road. It is advised to carefully read our submission guidelines that further describe details about the condition grades and types to manage your expectations. Cars are sold “as is”, meaning as described and in the condition they are in at the time of the sale and without any representation, warranty or assumption of liability of any kind as to the condition by Catawiki or by the seller. The condition of this item is the opinion of the seller and may differ from yours, your local garage, or the dealer’s opinion. This does not automatically mean the car does not conform to its description. Before bidding, please check your local legislation regarding vehicle registration. Neither the seller nor Catawiki is responsible for the registration of the vehicle in your country and will not accept a cancellation for your failure to register the vehicle. We also recommend that, if possible, you arrange a viewing with the seller before placing a bid.
