For 1939, Buick was on a roll, with innovative advertising and promotion, soaring sales and a host of product improvements. Harlow Curtice, Buick’s chief, was determined to set a new sales record. The all-new front fascia of the 1939 Buick lineup united the automotive fashions of the 1930s with those of the 1940s. It was the last year for externally-mounted headlights, and even these started to look like they were beginning to melt into the fenders. The grille was also no longer reserved for the radiator, as it too was stretching horizontally out over the fenders in what is probably the most organic and seamless looking grille in Buick history. Also in 1939, the Buick became the official pace car for the Indianapolis 500.

This Buick Century has benefited from an older restoration and is finished in dark blue with dual outside rear view mirrors, amber foglamps, whitewall tires, steel wheels and chrome wheel covers. The engine is the ever-reliable Buick straight-eight engine backed with a “Handi-shift,” column shift, three-speed manual transmission. The interior is shown in superb condition and is finished with gray cloth upholstery with a lovely wood dash and molding, Sonomatic pushbutton radio, dash clock and a Buick Air-Control heater box. The chassis is complete with a semi-floating rear axle and hydraulic brakes on all four wheels. The Buick offered here is in pleasant condition and shows signs of tender use. However it still remains a stunning reminder of early automotive individuality and excellence.