Cast your mind back over a hundred years, and there are certain elements in which motoring hasn't changed. Even back in the heady days of 1917, people were looking for a simple, easy-to-drive horseless carriage that wasn't going to break the bank. With all of the big marques getting their feet, it was a deeply competitive market, too. Model years could sometimes be little more than model months, such was the pace of innovation.

The D35 was one of these rapidly changing cars. First introduced in 1912, it quickly became the centre of Buick's consumer-grade auto division, with a straight-four under the bonnet, a 3-speed gearbox and unfussy, straightforward styling. These were cars that often saw dozens of owners over relatively short time periods, and many were run into the ground. Quite literally if you consider the over-enthusiastic and under-regulated roads of the period.

As a result, this D35 is a particularly rare survivor - characterful in its simplicity and reassuringly tactile. It comes with a wealth of historic patina and is proudly presented to us in unrestored condition — a state the vendor considers irreplaceable. It has been dry stored for years and kept in the seller's showroom since they acquired it in 2023. If you want a veteran in your fleet, this is just the ticket.

BEFORE YOU BUY 

This sale is subject to the Car & Classic Terms and Conditions. By bidding and/or making an offer, you also agree to the following: 

✓ The seller of this vehicle is registered as a business seller. And you are covered by Car & Classic’s Terms and Conditions. 

✓ We request that a non-refundable fee be paid if you are the lucky winning bidder at auction or if your offer is accepted. Please refer to our helpful FAQs and T&Cs for specific rates. 

✓ This vehicle is “Sold As Seen”, on an “As Is Where Is’ basis and without warranty. Photos and descriptions are solely for guidance purposes and it's customary to carry out a full inspection of the vehicle prior to purchase for your own peace of mind. 

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✓ We want a smooth transaction just as much as you do and as such we run all UK-registered cars and motorbikes for sale on Car & Classic through an online HPI check to verify that they show no insurance database markers for damage or theft, and have no finance owing, allowing you to bid with confidence. 

✓ We also  check whether vehicles are recorded as being written off as part of an insurance total loss claim at the time an advert is placed and we helpfully provide write-off category labels (Cat C/D/S/N) for your assistance, the presence or absence of a label does not guarantee the vehicle’s status and  it's always worthwhile carrying out your own full vehicle history check before making an offer. 

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or delivery. Importing vehicles may result in additional customs duties and import taxes so it's worth checking beforehand. It is the bidders responsibility to confirm import eligibility prior to purchase.