Median auction price from 2 recent 1938 sales, drawn from completed results over the last 12 months.
Price reference
The midpoint of completed 1938 Buick Special auction results from the trailing 12 months.
$6,800
low sale
$38,554
high sale
2
auction sales
1938
model year
2 auction sales
Completed sales, not listing estimates
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Direct answer
A 1938 Buick Special typically sells for about $22,677 at auction, with recent examples ranging from $6,800 to $38,554 based on 2 year-specific sales from the last 12 months.
Old Cars Data estimates market value from completed auction results. Private-party sales, dealer asking prices, taxes, fees, and undocumented condition details are not included unless they appear in source data.
Overview
The 1938 Buick Special represents a specific production year with 2 documented auction sales in the past 12 months. This year commands a premium of 76% above the overall model median, reflecting its position within the model's production timeline. The median sale price of $22,677 places it relative to the broader Buick Special market average of $12,875. Values for this year range from $6,800 to $38,554, demonstrating notable variation based on condition, mileage, and specific configuration.
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Latest results
The most recent completed 1938 Buick Special auctions across all tracked sources.
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Reference notes
A 1938 Buick Special typically sells for about $22,677 at auction, with recent examples ranging from $6,800 to $38,554 based on 2 year-specific sales from the last 12 months.