Project Description
1951 Buick Special Convertible – Model 46C
Production | 2,099 cars | |||||
Original Baseprice | $ 2,561.00 | |||||
Engine | 263.3 cui Fireball L8 | |||||
128 (w/Dynaflow) | ||||||
225 ft-lbs (w/Dynaflow) | ||||||
63.4 inches | ||||||
76.7 inches | ||||||
204 inches | ||||||
121.5 inches | ||||||
3,830 pounds |
% share of all 1951 Buicks
Quote from Original Literature

1951 Buick Special Convertible Equipment
The 1951 Buick Special Convertible was the base convertible for 1951. It was beautiful, affordable and could be upgraded with a long options list.
One-Piece Hood
One-Piece Windshield
Power Convertible Top
Power Front Seat
Power Windows
Rear Fender Gravel Shield
Robe Cord
Stainless Steel Belt Molding
Sweepspear
Armrest Package
Auxiliary Fog Lamps
Back-Up Lights
Dynaflow Transmission (Automatic Transmission)
Direction Signals
Easy-Eye Glass
Flexible Spoke Steering Wheel
Foamtex Seat Cushions
Heater & Defroster
Rear View Mirror
Selectronic Radio
Sonomatic Radio
Standard Accessory Group (includes Electric Clock, Trunk Light, License Plate Frames & Wheel Covers)
White Wall Tires
Windshield Washer
See 1951 Buick Options & Accessories for a full list with original prices.
1951 Buick Special Convertible Colors
Body Colors
Carlsbad Black
Verde Green
Imperial Blue
Geneva Green
Barton Grey
Olympic Blue
Victoria Maroon
Sharon Green
Cloudmist Grey
Old Ivory
Sky Grey
Calumet Green
Venetian Blue
Galena Blue
Gleen Green
1951 Buick Special Convertible Interior Trim Combinations
Trim #43
Standard Trim.
Seat Material:
Red Leather
Bolster Material:
Red Leather


Trim #44
Standard Trim.
Seat Material:
Dark Blue Leather
Bolster Material:
Dark Blue Leather


Trim #45
Standard Trim.
Seat Material:
Dark Green Leather
Bolster Material:
Dark Green Leather


Trim #46
Standard Trim.
Seat Material:
Black Leather
Bolster Material:
Black Leather


Trim #47
Standard Trim.
Seat Material:
Tan Leather
Bolster Material:
Tan Leather


Five different interior combinations were available – all of them in genuine leather to provide more luxury even in the low-price field.
1951 Buick Featured Video
Literature covering the 1951 Buick Special Convertible
- 1951 / 1952 Buick Product Service Bulletins AEHometown Buick2017-03-01T19:27:23+00:00
1951 / 1952 Buick Product Service Bulletins AE
- 1951 Buick Servicing Hydraulic Valve LiftersHometown Buick2017-03-01T19:27:23+00:00
1951 Buick Servicing Hydraulic Valve Lifters
- 1951 Buick Showroom Album (Stand-up-Presentation)Hometown Buick2017-03-01T19:26:14+00:00
1951 Buick Showroom Album (Stand-up-Presentation)
- 1951 Buick Factory Information BookHometown Buick2017-03-01T19:26:37+00:00
1951 Buick Factory Information Book
- 1951 Buick Americas Beauty Sales FlyerHometown Buick2017-03-01T19:26:39+00:00
1951 Buick Americas Beauty Sales Flyer
- 1951 Buick Colors & Fabrics BookHometown Buick2017-03-01T19:26:44+00:00
1951 Buick Colors & Fabrics Book
For 1951 Buick Special Convertible Owners and Enthusiasts
1951 Buick Body Tag
For restauration or more information about your 1951 Buick Special Convertible, there is a good source: the Body Tag. It provides info about the original paint job, chosen trim option, accessories and (up to a certain point) the time of assembly. Find out more about your Buick and decode your cars Body Tag now!
1951 Buick Registry
Unfortunalty there is no official source that provides plant/production statistics. So its almost impossible to say if the options of your Buick were rare or not. Hometown Buick wants to rebuild Buicks history and has set up the 1951 Buick Registry. Support us to support the community by submitting your car data today!
Hi i m italian and i M going to restore a 51 buick convertible but i dont have the body tag on the car.can you help me understand if It s a 46 56 or 76 model? I m Also looking for the front windshield and some other parts including speedometer and other Dash instruments.tahnk you for your time