Chassis no. 1293

165-cid, 22.5-hp inline OHV four-cylinder engine, three-speed manual transmission, solid front axle with semi-elliptic leaf springs, live rear axle with full-elliptic leaf springs, and two-wheel mechanical brakes. Wheelbase: 101.75-inches

By 1912, four-cylinder Buicks had finally replaced the long-running two-cylinder series. Most popular was the Model 35, newly updated with a sliding gear transmission in place of the previous planetary unit.

An older restoration, this car bears the patina of age and a celebrity touch as well. The pin striping on the body and fenders is by the legendary Von Dutch, whose artistry decorated some of the most iconic classic and custom cars. Despite a number of dings, chips and scratches, the car presents well, justifying preservation of the heritage stripes.

The black leather seating is old and cracked in places, but could be rejuvenated. The brass brightwork needs only a bit of polish to gleam, and the wooden dashboard and door caps need only a light sanding and a coat of varnish. Instrumentation consists only of a Stewart speedometer, showing 6,043 miles, but the dashboard holds a 1915 California registration medallion, number 75004.

Mechanically the car shows signs of use, both in the engine compartment and undercarriage, but could easily be cleaned and detailed. Dunlop Cord 810 x 90 metric size tires are fitted. Brass cars with provenance like this one do not frequently come to market. This is a chance to acquire a readily-usable piece of history.