1957 Buick Special 2 door

Description

Very nice 1957 Buick Special 2 door post, very solid running project. I bought this car as a project, but just do not have the time to work it.
This car is very straight and mostly complete, missing door panels and headliner. All chrome is on the car, rear bumper bullets are showing rust damage, but the rest of the chrome / stainless is servicable as driver quality. I have found no rust on the car, body panels look to be original and very solid. Previous owner had the floor pan replaced, very nicely done. One minor ding behind the driver headlight (see pics), and one scrape in front of the rear passenger wheelwell, other than these the car is exceptionally straight.
The headlights / taillights work, and the car starts, drives, and stops, although the brakes are a little soft. The car is running on a fuel cell installed in the trunk by a previous owner, and would need removed and a gas tank installed to be correct. Rear glass is all good (see pics), drivers door glass is cracked, windshield has a minor bullseye that looks like it can be repaired pretty easily.
The motor looks to have been rebuilt as some point, and runs well, although it doesn't like to idle when its cold. The interior needs carpet, door panels, and headliner, seats have been re-covered in a nice grey vinyl, very well done.
I have tried to provide all the information that I have about the car within this listing, however, this car is being sold as a project, and may be missing parts, have cosmetic or mechanical problems, or other issues that are not itemized. The pictures provided in this listing are part of the description, and should be considered as such when making your decision to bid. Please contact me through eBay if you have any questions or would like to see additional pictures.
The car is being sold as-is, where-is, with no warranties or guarantees of any kind. I highly encourage you to inspect the car prior to bidding, and will work with you or your inspection agent to ensure that you know exactly what you are bidding on. However, all inspections must be completed before the auction ends, as all sales are final.
A $500, non-refundable deposit via PayPal is required within 24 hours of the auction ending, with final payment via cash or wire transfer within 7 days. PayPal WILL NOT be accepted for the final payment. Buyer is responsible for all shipping arrangements and costs, I will work with your shipper to assist with pickup.
The car is for sale locally, and I reserve the right to end the auction early regardless of bids. Zero-feedback bidders must contact me through eBay prior to bidding, otherwise your bid will be canceled.