From 1936 on Buick's Special model represented the entry level full-size car. The Special continued to be known as the 40-series, too.
1941 Buick Specials 40, Sedanette had a newly styled bodywork. The front fenders were more closely integrated into the cars overall body. The 40-A series was also new. The regular 'Special' was renamed to 40-B.
The Specials and Supers are often referred to as "small series" cars, while the Century, Roadmaster and Limited are the "large series". Buick also offered two distinct types of bodies. In 1941, General Motors debuted their new “torpedo” styling (fastback). It was available in the Special and Century lines.
History
The styling changes for 1941 were comparably modest, but changes under the hood were major: Change of compression ratio, so called "turbulator" pistons. A newly introduced functional solution was a two-way hood. It was possible to open it from either side. Engines of these cars were named 'Fireball'. There is a page about them here on classiccarszone.
The 1941 Buicks were (and are) known as extremely durable, solid and well-made cars. The engines are considered trouble-free and long living (because of simple construction). Prewar car are also known having been built from solid materials and are of great quality. If there are any issues (and all old cars have them now and then), they are most of the time not difficult to fix. Parts like the generator or starter are often shared with other parts from the GM lines. Nothing here is difficult to fix for the average restorer.
At the Auction
Note: Auction has ended!
This car is in an overall excellent, original condition. The upholstery is (mostly) original, the door panels are, engine and transmission are. The body is solid. The chrome and bright work are in great condition with a brilliant shine. Overall, this classic Buick shows itself well! Inside, the car retains its original interior that has withstood the test of time and it looks great!
The door panels, headliner and seats are all finished in the same period correct, tan cloth which is in great condition. The same is true for the rear seats. There is a little bit of wear on the driver’s door panel but still shows well. The vacuum windshield wipers are currently inoperable. The dashboard is finished in an original “wood” like veneer and looks great with no cracking or buckling. The dash houses a set of original style gauges that look great, as well as an AM radio.
The car features the regular, dependable Buick Straight 8 Fireball engine. This Buick also comes with many options, one being the special order factory dual carburetors, which is very rare! Engine drives a 3-speed manual transmission that is shifted through the column.