52 & 53 straifgt eights

Are the straight eights from 1952 the same ones installed in the 1953 Specials?

Bob

maybe yes, maybe no.


1952 was the last year of production for the 248 ( same length as a 263 ) and 320 ( longer than the other two engines).

all 1953 straight 8s were 263s. the 263 can be found in model years from 1950-53.

1953 is the last year for any Buick Straight 8 production and the first year of v8 ( 322 Nailhead ) production.


http://www.teambuick.com/reference/y...gine_specs.php

Bob thanks for the info and I believe I understand the possibilities.

1950 Special was the last 248.

1950 Super was 263

1951 & 1952 Super and Special were 263

1953 Special was 263


Ben

thanks Ben that helps clarify things.