Pre-War Classics / 1916–1941

1933 Buick Series 90 Limousine

Power: 113 hp
Engine: 344.8 ci
Top speed: 75-80 mph (121-129 kph)

This Buick Series 90 Limousine was formerly owned by Queen Wilhelmina of the Netherlands. The body was designed and made by the Queen's Carriage maker, Bronkhorst, reportedly for use in funerals and other formal royal events. The Buick Series 90 Limousine is a rear-wheel-drive limousine passenger car with a front positioned engine, sold by Buick

Spec sheet

344.8 ci (5.6L) OHV Inline 8 Cylinder Engine
113 horsepower
3-speed manual transmission
TOTAL SPECS & FEATURES
344.8 ci (5.6L) OHV Inline 8 Cylinder Engine, 4.81 Compression, 2-barrel updraft Marvel carburetor
Bore3.3125 in (84.14 mm) Stroke: 5 in (127 mm)
113 hp @3,200 rpm, 261 lb-ft @1,600 rpm, Maximum rpmAbout 3,700 rpm
3 speed manual (synchronized 2nd and 3rd gear), 4.361 axle ratio
~4,800 lb (2,177 kg) curb weight
0-60 mph18 seconds
1/4 mile21.1 seconds @64 mph
Top speed75-80 mph (121-129 kph)
Cost about $2,055 in 1933 (equal to $48,872 in 2024)
Roller cam and lifters
Oil filter and temperature regulator
Hand throttle on steering wheel
Two-plate dry disc clutch
Dash mounted starter button
Steering wheel lock
Semaphores (turn signals) added for use in Europe
Metric (kph) speedometer/odometer (with about 68,000 kilometers, or 43,300 miles)
Interior dividing window with speaking hole
One of only 338 Buick limousines made in 1933