this is what I drug home yesterday- not Ford

[ronn]

Bought and towed this Buick home yesterday and took it for a spin around the yard.
vast world of difference to my model A fords!
heck, was thinking of disposing of all my model As, buying a cigar and living large..............

[ronn]

[David R.]

nice

[Patrick L.]

Buick is a nice car, in a different class than the Ford.

[McMimmcs]

looks very nice, enjoy ! Wayne

[Chuck Dempsey]

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What year is it? I'm guessing 1929.... And did that model come with a Rumble Seat? Looks a little small for that. Enjoy!

[marty in Ohio]

Nice car, but don't sell the A's. What are you going to drive while the Buick is sitting in the barn waiting for parts. I don't think Snyder's or Bratton's will carry parts for it.

[ronn]

thanks guys. its a model 68- full AACA classic and puts out 100 horses.......134 whl base



model only came with a trunk, because as you said, too small. reg coupe would have a rumble.


this model is known as the victoria or opera coupe.
not selling all of the A's, but might be downsizing a bit from the 6 I have to about 3.


parts are def harder to get, but dont wear out as often.

[Greg Jones]

Nice looking car. I love Buicks of ANY vintage!!

[Will N]

Nice car, I believe it's a 1930. The 1930's have that belt molding added where the door handle is mounted in order to harden up the look of the '29 Buicks which were known as "pregnant" Buicks because of, at the time, the novel and shockingly curved out door panel skins. From our perspective 90 years later, most people don't even notice it. But it was shocking at the time and '29 sales dipped because of the styling. The '30s outsold the '29s.


BTW, I'm gonna be anal retentive here, but in the title of your post you used "drug" as the past tense of "drag". This is incorrect and I see it used more and more and it drives me crazy. The past tense of drag is "dragged". Drug is what you get at the pharmacy ;-)

[Badpuppy]

Originally Posted by Will N

BTW, I'm gonna be anal retentive here, but in the title of your post you used "drug" as the past tense of "drag". This is incorrect and I see it used more and more and it drives me crazy. The past tense of drag is "dragged". Drug is what you get at the pharmacy ;-)

Wish you hadn't drug that up, Will.

[Mister Moose]

Originally Posted by Will N

BTW, I'm gonna be anal retentive here, but in the title of your post you used "drug" as the past tense of "drag". This is incorrect and I see it used more and more and it drives me crazy. The past tense of drag is "dragged". Drug is what you get at the pharmacy ;-)

That's what's known as regional dialect. Like grinder, po-boy, sub, hoagie. Pop, soda, tonic, coke. Milkshake, frappe, cabinet. Everyone, y'all, and y'all y'all. That's what makes traveling interesting, the world would be boring if it's the same everywhere.

[jrelliott]

Very pretty vehicle! Enjoy!

[katy]

Very nice lookin' car. Does that one have the little door on the RH side for the golf club compartment?

[Jim Brierley]

Does it have a conventional shift pattern? Early Buicks had a reversed pattern.

[ronn]

BTW, I'm gonna be anal retentive here, but in the title of your post you used "drug" as the past tense of "drag". This is incorrect and I see it used more and more and it drives me crazy. The past tense of drag is "dragged". Drug is what you get at the pharmacy ;-)



I gots your attention and that in fact, was the point. Thanks for the English lesson! haha


no golf door on these. again the reg coupe does have the golf door. and yes, it is a 1930. 31 had the v-8. the torque on this bad boy- oops my language- could easily pull stumps all day!

[ronn]

yes, conventional shift pattern-H

[WHN]

More pictures, how does it run?

Enjoy.

[Licensed to kill]

Absolutely LOVE it. Thanks for sharing. BTW, I git a chuckle out of "Will N"'s "english lesson". I find it interesting what little things get under peoples skin. For me, it's when people say "RPM's" rather that "RPM". It's a measure of revolutions not minutes.

[Floats]

Congrats Ronn,
Lovit.

[Bob-A]

Beautiful! How nice is the interior? I'd just clean it up without any "restoration" other then what is needed to make her safe to drive. Are you going to now join the Classic Car Club of America? Smoke big c-gars and leave us peon Ford drivers in your dust...?


Bob-A

[Mad Mac]

After Model As, Buicks are my favourite vintage car, and that one is just lovely. My Great Grandmother had a '27 Buick tourer here in NZ and it was a great car too.

[ronn]

runs fantastic and I really mean that..............


photos coming in a few days as it is raining cats and dogs here and only have it tarped at the moment. will be on it this weekend. sunny days coming

[Synchro909]

I've had a fairly eclectic range of old cars over the years. Chrysler, Fiat, Ford, Delage and others. The Delage is light years ahead of any of the others for road manners and driveability - a lovely car but parts (if ever you'd need them) are not so easy to get. The Model As are are at the extreme other end of the spectrum on both counts, IMO
That Buick looks like a nice car but I bet it is thirsty. Nice find, never the less.

[Jembow]

I love it!

[ronn]

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thank you Bob A- interior looks a ok, will change out the crusty 70s carpet.......
homemade thingy!


well synchro- thirst is ok when a barrel of crude is right around 35. big ones........


yes have been pondering cigars all day and the finer things in life...... maybe a nice cognac! warms the heart........


question now is- which As to keep and which to sell. I lovem all.

[Gene F]

Nice car Ronn. Those Buicks tend to go for a fair amount of money when in very good shape.

[mass A man]

Very nice!! Yes, a '30 opera coupe. Last year for the straight 6, 1931's were a straight 8's AND they put synchros in transmission's 2nd & 3rd gear in '31. I had a '30 4 door series 40. Your Buick had a repaint somewhere along the road, the pin-striping was never re-done. It was along the hood and belt line, very similar to Model A pin-striping scheme. The original engine fan actually has a gear driven oil pump in the hub! Overlooked by many owners. Look closely and you will see an oval-head screw in rear fan hub. That is the filler hole when you remove the screw. Be careful with the pot metal door handles. G.M. at the time thought it would be a great theft deterrent if the handle was forced down, it would shear off inside and just spin around without opening the latch! A new handle would cost $3.00 back then. Try and find them now.

[McMimmcs]

Originally Posted by mass A man

Very nice!! Yes, a '30 opera coupe. Last year for the straight 6, 1931's were a straight 8's AND they put synchros in transmission's 2nd & 3rd gear in '31. I had a '30 4 door series 40. Your Buick had a repaint somewhere along the road, the pin-striping was never re-done. It was along the hood and belt line, very similar to Model A pin-striping scheme. The original engine fan actually has a gear driven oil pump in the hub! Overlooked by many owners. Look closely and you will see an oval-head screw in rear fan hub. That is the filler hole when you remove the screw. Be careful with the pot metal door handles. G.M. at the time thought it would be a great theft deterrent if the handle was forced down, it would shear off inside and just spin around without opening the latch! A new handle would cost $3.00 back then. Try and find them now.

Obviously a man with a wealth of knowledge. You should get his contact information. Wayne

[ronn]

Hi Mass- yes you are correct. this car was blue red and black. someone repainted the front hood and fenders and they look real good. the rest of the cars paint.........
cracked peeling etc.


so on the handles... the trunk escutcheon was cracked into about 6 pieces. I found a 1952 esc leftover from my 52 Buick wagon and was able to make it fit. not much difference and now you can actually grab the handle.
yes correct on the 31 straight 8. was thinking the v-8 came out in 53 and had them confused.


didnt expect such positive comments on the Buick, being a ford site and had a little trepidation about posting......... thank you.

[updraught]

Buicks seemed to have quite a following here, most, if not all, would have had an open body by Holden. The guy next door keeps telling me about going roo shooting in a Marquette.

"Also in 1925, a Buick was taken around the world without a single driver, showcasing the reliability of Buick’s and GM Export’s service operations worldwide. The car was driven by dealer representatives in England, the Netherlands, Belgium, France, Egypt. It traveled by trans-desert convoy to Damascus, Baghdad and Basra. Then it was on through India and Ceylon, across Australia and New Zealand, and finally and triumphantly, from San Francisco to New York. A Buick magazine of the 20’s routinely reported such events as a hill-climb victory in Africa, winning a tug-of-war with an elephant, a trek through New Zealand, and the Sultan of Johore with his Buick in the Far East. In addition to U.S. production, Buicks were built in Canada through an early agreement with the McLaughlin Carriage Co. family. This arrangement led to the creation of GM of Canada.
And, in those decades before World War ll, Buick components were shipped to such countries as Spain, Belgium, England, Australia, New Zealand, even Java, where assembly was completed.
In 1929 Buick opened a sales office in Shanghai, China. Actually, Buicks had been exported to China as early as 1912 and soon became a popular marque among Chinese business and political leaders. And in the 20’s and 30’s, Buicks built in Canada became popular with British royalty."
https://buickclub.org.au/100-years-of-buick/

[Will N]

Originally Posted by Licensed to kill

Absolutely LOVE it. Thanks for sharing. BTW, I git a chuckle out of "Will N"'s "english lesson". I find it interesting what little things get under peoples skin. For me, it's when people say "RPM's" rather that "RPM". It's a measure of revolutions not minutes.

So, what is the correct plural of RPM? RsPM? Doesn't roll off the tongue too well

[Licensed to kill]

Originally Posted by Will N

So, what is the correct plural of RPM? RsPM? Doesn't roll off the tongue too well

RPM IS plural.

[30 Closed Cab PU]

Originally Posted by ronn

didnt expect such positive comments on the Buick, being a ford site and had a little trepidation about posting......... thank you.

I also like your car, am particularly fond of cars/trucks with "patina", farmer fixes, etc. I do like all types including restored and modified. I just like to look at patina, they seem to tell a story and usually there is more to talk about with the owner.


I think your Buick is special, you just do not see many, especially in that condition. Kind of has a do not mess with me look to it with the wood spoke wheels, the paint, and the bigger tires. In my imagination looks like something a Chicago gangster would have.



I think you will find most A owners like any brand of old car/truck, it is just our preference and time period is the A.

[john charlton]

Canadian Buicks were very popular in South Africa when I was a boy .My next door neighbour had a 1948 Buick Special I seem to remember it had a straight 8 "Fire Dome" engine . After school I made pocket money by working at Mr de Beers garage which was a short bike ride from my house . I remember the prewar Buicks had the "Du bonnet" (I might have spelt that wrong) knee action front suspension . This setup did not like rough roads and began to display a marked splayed stance . Mr de Beer did a beam axle conversion using a junkyard beam axle and fore and aft springs which seemed to work quite well . In Camps Bay a lady had a cream 1948 Buick convertable with tartan seats I did lust after the car but not the owner as I must have been about 14 yrs old and I must have got my priorities right at an early age !!!

John in windy evening Suffolk County England .

[McMimmcs]

Originally Posted by Will N

So, what is the correct plural of RPM? RsPM? Doesn't roll off the tongue too well

With all due respect “ Ford Barn “ is not a spelling contest so the vast majority of us could care less whether you dragged or drugged or whatever. We got the message and that’s all that matters!

[CHuDWah]

Originally Posted by McMimmcs

With all due respect “ Ford Barn “ is not a spelling contest so the vast majority of us could care less whether you dragged or drugged or whatever. We got the message and that’s all that matters!

OTOH, I've seen posts where the wrong word changes the meaning to the exact opposite of what the poster intended.

And with all due respect, lose the bold font in your posts. We get the message without it.

[McMimmcs]

Originally Posted by CHuDWah

OTOH, I've seen posts where the wrong word changes the meaning to the exact opposite of what the poster intended.

And with all due respect, lose the bold font in your posts. We get the message without it.

the bold font is for those seniors with diminished eyesight and it will continue.

[Ruth]

Originally Posted by McMimmcs

the bold font is for those seniors with diminished eyesight and it will continue.

Actually the bold print makes it harder for my poor old eyes to focus on. So I skip over your posts.

[McMimmcs]

Originally Posted by Ruth

Actually the bold print makes it harder for my poor old eyes to focus on. So I skip over your posts.

If you google the subject matter you will find that bold print on a white background is recommended for older people with diminished sight. So as I said previously I will continue to post in a bold font. .

[katy]

Originally Posted by updraught

In addition to U.S. production, Buicks were built in Canada through an early agreement with the McLaughlin Carriage Co.

In Canada they were badged "Buick", but the popular name was "McLaughlin Buick".

[Will N]

Originally Posted by McMimmcs

With all due respect “ Ford Barn “ is not a spelling contest so the vast majority of us could care less whether you dragged or drugged or whatever. We got the message and that’s all that matters!

Oops, you hit another pet peeve! You said you could care less. That means you do care, but you have the ability to decrease the amount of care you have. The correct terminology would be you could not care less. That means that you have the minimum amount of care possible.


Oh, and BTW, I'm just having fun and pulling people's legs with all this.

[Licensed to kill]

Originally Posted by Will N

Oops, you hit another pet peeve! You said you could care less. That means you do care, but you have the ability to decrease the amount of care you have. The correct terminology would be you could not care less. That means that you have the minimum amount of care possible.

Yup, another pet peeve of mine as well.

Oh, and BTW, I'm just having fun and pulling people's legs with all this.

Unfortunately, not everyone has a sense of "ha ha". AS I said before, I find it interesting what kinds of things irritate people and admit that some things irritate me, but not in a serious, gonna ruin my way sort of thing, more of an sort of way. Fun stuff.

[McMimmcs]

Originally Posted by Will N

Oops, you hit another pet peeve! You said you could care less. That means you do care, but you have the ability to decrease the amount of care you have. The correct terminology would be you could not care less. That means that you have the minimum amount of care possible.


Oh, and BTW, I'm just having fun and pulling people's legs with all this.

Most people ( me included ) don’t appreciate your game. It’s not part of Ford Barn.

[Will N]

Originally Posted by McMimmcs

Most people ( me included ) don’t appreciate your game. It’s not part of Ford Barn.

I think people with a sense of humor might appreciated it, and if I post it on Ford Barn, well then, it's part of Ford Barn, isn't it?

[Durango]

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I thought wood spoke wheels were out by 1930??

[CHuDWah]

Originally Posted by McMimmcs

the bold font is for those seniors with diminished eyesight and it will continue.

As one of those seniors with diminished eyesight, I find your bold font annoying, not helpful.

[ronn]

I thought wood spoke wheels were out by 1930??



you could add wire wheels in 1930 on Buick, at an additional cost.


In 1931, when the 8 cylinder first came out for Buick, I believe all Buicks had wire wheels.


So I guess Ford was ahead of the curve.

[77Birdman]

Great looking car! I wish I was a bit more liquid and could help you with your overcrowded A situation!
AND, it looks like an old mill in the background, there must be a crick close by.

[McMimmcs]

Originally Posted by CHuDWah

As one of those seniors with diminished eyesight, I find your bold font annoying, not helpful.

Obviously the solution is quick and easy, don’t read them.

[Licensed to kill]

Originally Posted by Will N

I think people with a sense of humor might appreciated it, and if I post it on Ford Barn, well then, it's part of Ford Barn, isn't it?

I won't pretend to know what others on here think, I can only say that I appreciate a little levity and found your "english lesson" amusing.

[Licensed to kill]

Originally Posted by McMimmcs

Obviously the solution is quick and easy, don’t read them.

That is an interesting response from someone that started this by complaining about what someone posted. perhaps you should heed your own advice and allow those of us that appreciate the kinds of posts that got your knickers in a twist enjoy them.

[McMimmcs]

Originally Posted by Licensed to kill

That is an interesting response from someone that started this by complaining about what someone posted. perhaps you should heed your own advice and allow those of us that appreciate the kinds of posts that got your knickers in a twist enjoy them.

There are many, many members on this site that lack any significant formal education. To ridicule their spelling or grammar will discourage them from posting. That is the last thing we want because many of them have more Model A knowledge than the self professing spelling and grammar experts. Think about it.

[ronn]

Hey Birdman,
I believe that photo was taken by the last owner up above the New Hope area of PA> absolutely beautiful area of PA that has Washingtons Crossing and several covered bridges.


He told me he drove this car around NYC in the past few years, having a place up there...........


Today I am working on the pass door. He had backed up in the garage with the door open- caught the door and now I am enjoying a living hell!


next up is the drivers door- that has rot in the top of the door jam...........
fresh roof vinyl coming this week and then time to take her out for a good run!


weather has warmed up and no more crazy winds......great day here!


regarding the English lessons- guys please lighten up....................

[Mister Moose]

Originally Posted by McMimmcs

Obviously the solution is quick and easy, don’t read them.

Another solution would be to post in larger font.

A better solution is to adjust the text size in your browser settings.

Back to topic, how about a few more photos, like the interior, dash and engine?

[ronn]

so I was out there this afternoon attempting to adjust the tweaked door..........


looked down and lower hinge broke off............. hmmm think Ill call Brattons or Snyders..............


well I found a lower chevy hinge that might work, opening a can of worms here.


ready to weld it shut and call it a day!

[Ruth]

Originally Posted by McMimmcs

Obviously the solution is quick and easy, don’t read them.

You're right! I just put you on my ignore list .

[Licensed to kill]

This will be my last response to this off topic.

Originally Posted by McMimmcs

There are many, many members on this site that lack any significant formal education.

I wasn't aware that you knew so many members here personally and are acutely aware of their education levels.

To ridicule their spelling or grammar will discourage them from posting.

Nobody was ridiculing anyone. Personally, if I say something wrong, be it grammar or model A related, I WANT someone to correct me. As uncomfortable as it is to be correct ted online (I know I've been corrected online and it sucks) it FAR outweighs going through life being wrong. It's like walking around with a big booger hanging out of your nose. It's uncomfortable to have it pointed out but that's better than people letting you continue to walk around that way.

That is the last thing we want because many of them have more Model A knowledge than the self professing spelling and grammar experts.

So when someone on here corrects someone for a mistaken comment regarding model A's, do you consider them "self professing model A experts"?. I consider them as just someone that knows more than I helping set me straight and i appreciate it. Yes I know the this is the "ford barn" and not the "spelling /grammar Barn" but I am sure that the majority of people would rather be told they have a booger than continue walking around with one, even if the venue they are attending has nothing to do with hygiene.

Think about it.

I have, and this is what I came up with. It seems that you have elected yourself the protector of all those that you see as inferior to yourself. You complain about a post that has nothing to do with you and the poster that it was in reference to voiced no such objection. You post in bold when I have yet read anything that suggests that some members eyesight requires it, in fact, when a member WITH limited eyesight states that your bold hinders their ability to read your posts, you brush them off because you know better. There is nothing wrong with coming to someones defence if they give an indication that they require it but it is somewhat sanctimonious to just assume that people require your "help" when none was asked for or even hinted at.

[ronn]

Im done. this thread wreaks of insanity.............lol!

[30 Closed Cab PU]

Originally Posted by ronn

Im done. this thread wreaks of insanity.............lol!

Yeah, this thread did go off the rails into an alternate universe.

[McMimmcs]

Originally Posted by Licensed to kill

This will be my last response to this off topic.


I wasn't aware that you knew so many members here personally and are acutely aware of their education levels.



Nobody was ridiculing anyone. Personally, if I say something wrong, be it grammar or model A related, I WANT someone to correct me. As uncomfortable as it is to be correct ted online (I know I've been corrected online and it sucks) it FAR outweighs going through life being wrong. It's like walking around with a big booger hanging out of your nose. It's uncomfortable to have it pointed out but that's better than people letting you continue to walk around that way.

So when someone on here corrects someone for a mistaken comment regarding model A's, do you consider them "self professing model A experts"?. I consider them as just someone that knows more than I helping set me straight and i appreciate it. Yes I know the this is the "ford barn" and not the "spelling /grammar Barn" but I am sure that the majority of people would rather be told they have a booger than continue walking around with one, even if the venue they are attending has nothing to do with hygiene.


I have, and this is what I came up with. It seems that you have elected yourself the protector of all those that you see as inferior to yourself. You complain about a post that has nothing to do with you and the poster that it was in reference to voiced no such objection. You post in bold when I have yet read anything that suggests that some members eyesight requires it, in fact, when a member WITH limited eyesight states that your bold hinders their ability to read your posts, you brush them off because you know better. There is nothing wrong with coming to someones defence if they give an indication that they require it but it is somewhat sanctimonious to just assume that people require your "help" when none was asked for or even hinted at.

This is what is referred to as “ Gobbledygook “!

[McMimmcs]

Originally Posted by Ruth

You're right! I just put you on my ignore list .

I wish to thank you profusely !

[Ryan]

Hey y’all... love one another.