Buick Special Brake Bulb Size

The Buick Special brake light utilizes 1157, 1034, 1073, and 1154 bulb sizes depending on the specific production period. Available data covers the range from 1950 to 1969.

The year-by-year compatibility chart below provides a quick reference to verify the correct bulb size for your vehicle.

Bulb Size by Year Range

YearsBulb Size
1964-19691157
1961-19631034
19581034
1954-19571073
1950-19531154

Bulb Specifications

Description Bulb Size
ANSI standard (US & Canada). Dual-filament bulb with BAY15d bayonet base. 12V, 21W/5W.1157
ANSI standard (US & Canada). Dual-filament bulb with BAY15d bayonet base. Variant of 1157. 12V, 21/5W.1034
ANSI standard (US & Canada). Single-filament bulb with BA15s bayonet base. Lower wattage variant of 1156. 12V, 13W.1073
ANSI standard (US & Canada). Dual-filament bulb with BAY15d bayonet base. Older variant of 1157. 6V/12V.1154

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