1958 Buick Special Camshafts
Keep Your 1958 Buick Special in Top Shape with Quality Camshafts
Whether you’re repairing or upgrading your Camshaft, using high-quality parts is key to keeping your 1958 Buick Special looking sharp and performing at its best. At Advance Auto Parts we carry a wide selection of dependable options, including Camshaft Plugs and Camshafts. Whether you’re replacing a damaged part or enhancing your truck’s style and protection, you’ll find exactly what you need to get the job done right.
Competitive Prices and Extensive Inventory
The average price for a 1958 Buick Special Camshaft at Advance Auto Parts is around $343.49, with a range that starts at $2.99 and goes up to $683.99. With 2 options in stock from 2 trusted brands, finding the right fit is easy. Popular picks like Steel Cup Expansion Plug 1-45/64 In. SC, Height 0.270 (sold by each) and Classic Thumpr 227/241 Hydraulic Flat Cam for Buick 364, 401, 425 Nailhead start at just $2.99 and offer a great balance of form and function.
Explore Related Parts
While you’re upgrading or replacing your Camshaft, don’t forget to check out other key components like Engine Gaskets and Seals and Engine Timing Parts. At Advance Auto Parts, we’re here to help you keep your 1958 Buick Special in peak condition, inside and out.
Find Your Specific 1958 Buick Special Camshafts
Looking for the perfect Camshaft for your 1958 Buick Special? You’re in the right place. Below, you’ll find links to various types of Camshafts that fit your vehicle. At Advance Auto Parts, we offer only the highest quality OEM and aftermarket Camshafts, ensuring durability and a precise fit for your Buick Special. Whether you’re driving a 1958 model or another popular model year like
1951,
1952,
1961,
1962,
1963,
1964,
1965,
1968, and
1969, we’ve got you covered. Purchasing Camshafts from Advance Auto Parts is a smart choice, giving you access to trusted brands and parts built to perform. Below, you’ll find links to various types of Camshafts that fit your vehicle.
Essential 1958 Buick Special Camshafts
Competition Cams – Xtreme Energy 250/256 Hydraulic Flat Cam (Part No.12-254-3)
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$258.99
HYDRAULIC – Xtreme Energy: Pro Street/bracket, needs good intake, headers, gear and 3300+ stall.
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- HYDRAULIC: Pro Street/bracket, needs good intake, headers, gear & 3300+ stall.
- 294/306 Advertised Duration, 250/256 Duration @ .050″, .519″/.523″ Lift, 110 Lobe Separation
- Valve spring upgrade required
- Best performance with aftermarket intake manifolds, headers, lower gear ratios etc.
Competition Cams – Xtreme Energy 206/212 Hydraulic Roller Cam (Part No.12-408-8)
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$549.99
Featuring a quicker valve opening, the Xtreme Energy camshaft profile provides increased responsiveness and more area under the lift curve than older, slower grinds. Designed to increase performance without sacrificing driveability and creature comforts.
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- Excellent performance in street carbureted applications.
- More vacuum allows an increase in duration for improved performance and assists power brakes.
- Quicker opening lobe profiles deliver increased responsiveness and more area under the lift curve.
- Best performance with aftermarket intake manifolds, headers, lower gear ratios etc.
Competition Cams – Xtreme Energy 242/248 Hydraulic Roller Cam (Part No.12-443-8)
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$549.99
Featuring a quicker valve opening, the Xtreme Energy camshaft profile provides increased responsiveness and more area under the lift curve than older, slower grinds. Designed to increase performance without sacrificing driveability and creature comforts.
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- Excellent performance in street carbureted applications.
- More vacuum allows an increase in duration for improved performance and assists power brakes.
- Quicker opening lobe profiles deliver increased responsiveness and more area under the lift curve.
- Best performance with aftermarket intake manifolds, headers, lower gear ratios etc.
Competition Cams – Magnum 215/215 Hydraulic Roller Cam (Part No.12-420-8)
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$549.99
An older member of the COMP Cams grind family, the Magnum series of camshafts offers excellent performance gains over stock without the added wear and tear associated with more aggressive camshafts.
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- Best with aftermarket torque converters and 9.5:1 compression.
- Great high RPM power.
- Easy on valve train parts.
- Can be used with mild ratio rocker arms and traditional performance valve springs.
Competition Cams – Big Mutha’ Thumpr 243/257 Hydraulic Roller Cam (Part No.12-602-8)
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$549.99
Designed to deliver an aggressive, hard-hitting exhaust note at idle, the Thumpr camshaft series from COMP Cams also delivers excellent horsepower gains and a broad torque curve. A perfect choice for muscle cars and street rods.
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- Early intake valve opening and long exhaust duration create optimum overlap for powerful, hard-hitting exhaust note.
- Best with aftermarket converters and more rear gear.
- Three unique cam designs for each application that deliver excellent horsepower gains and broad torque curve; perfect choice for muscle cars and street rods.
Competition Cams – Magnum 252/252 Hydraulic Roller Cam (Part No.12-470-8)
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$549.99
An older member of the COMP Cams grind family, the Magnum series of camshafts offers excellent performance gains over stock without the added wear and tear associated with more aggressive camshafts.
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- Best with aftermarket torque converters and 9.5:1 compression.
- Great high RPM power.
- Easy on valve train parts.
- Can be used with mild ratio rocker arms and traditional performance valve springs.
Competition Cams – Camshaft, Sbc 288 Xtreme Energy Hyd Roller 1 Ea (Part No.12-433-8)
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$549.99
HYDRAULIC ROLLER – Xtreme Energy Retro-Fit: Street/strip applications, 9:1+ compression, intake, headers, 2800+ stall, gears.
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- HYDRAULIC ROLLER – Xtreme Energy Retro-Fit: Street/strip applications, 9:1+ compression, intake, headers, 2800+ stall, gears.
- 288/294 Advertised Duration, 236/242 Duration @ .050″, .520″/.540″ Lift, 110 Lobe Separation
- Valve spring upgrade required
Competition Cams – Xtreme Energy 248/254 Hydraulic Roller Cam (Part No.12-444-8)
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$549.99
Featuring a quicker valve opening, the Xtreme Energy camshaft profile provides increased responsiveness and more area under the lift curve than older, slower grinds. Designed to increase performance without sacrificing driveability and creature comforts.
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- Excellent performance in street carbureted applications.
- More vacuum allows an increase in duration for improved performance and assists power brakes.
- Quicker opening lobe profiles deliver increased responsiveness and more area under the lift curve.
- Best performance with aftermarket intake manifolds, headers, lower gear ratios etc.
Competition Cams – Magnum/Drag Race 244/244 Hydraulic Flat Cam (Part No.12-213-3)
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$258.99
HYDRAULIC – Magnum: Street/strip special, 3000 stall, headers, gears, 9.5:1+ compression. Very rough idle. OR Drag Race: 3000+ stall in heavy car with 10:1+ compression.
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- HYDRAULIC – Magnum: Street/strip special, 3000 stall, headers, gears, 9.5:1+ compression. Very rough idle. OR Drag Race: 3000+ stall in heavy car with 10:1+ compression.
- 292/292 Advertised Duration, 244/244 Duration @ .050″, .501″/.501″ Lift, 110 Lobe Separation
- Valve spring upgrade required
- Can be used with mild ratio rocker arms and traditional performance valve springs.
Competition Cams – Magnum/Drag Race 253/253 Hydraulic Flat Cam (Part No.12-214-4)
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$288.99
HYDRAULIC – Magnum: Pro Street/bracket, limited street driving. Intake, gears, 3500+ stall. Racy idle. 10.5:1 compression. OR Drag Race: 3500-4000 stall or 4 speed with 11:1+ compression.
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- HYDRAULIC – Magnum: Pro Street/bracket, limited street driving. Intake, gears, 3500+ stall. Racy idle. 10.5:1 compression. OR Drag Race: 3500-4000 stall or 4 speed with 11:1+ compression.
- 305/305 Advertised Duration, 253/253 Duration @ .050″, .525″/.525″ Lift, 110 Lobe Separation
- Valve spring upgrade required
Competition Cams – Magnum 224/224 Hydraulic Flat Cam (Part No.12-211-2)
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$254.99
HYDRAULIC – Magnum: High performance. Biggest cam with stock converter but better with 2000+ stall. Use lower gears. Mild rough idle.
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- HYDRAULIC – Magnum: High performance. Biggest cam with stock converter but better with 2000+ stall. Use lower gears. Mild rough idle.
- 270/270 Advertised Duration, 224/224 Duration @ .050″, .470″/.470″ Lift, 110 Lobe Separation
- Valve spring upgrade required
- Can be used with mild ratio rocker arms and traditional performance valve springs.
Competition Cams – Magnum 230/230 Hydraulic Roller Cam (Part No.12-450-8)
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$549.99
An older member of the COMP Cams grind family, the Magnum series of camshafts offers excellent performance gains over stock without the added wear and tear associated with more aggressive camshafts.
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- Best with aftermarket torque converters and 9.5:1 compression.
- Great high RPM power.
- Easy on valve train parts.
- Can be used with mild ratio rocker arms and traditional performance valve springs.
Competition Cams – CAMSHAFT, SBC 291 MUTHA THUMPR HYDRAULIC ROLLER 1 EA (Part No.12-601-8)
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$549.99
Designed to deliver an aggressive, hard-hitting exhaust note at idle, the Thumpr camshaft series from COMP Cams also delivers excellent horsepower gains and a broad torque curve. A perfect choice for muscle cars and street rods, the Thumpr series’ early i
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Product Features:
- Early intake valve opening and long exhaust duration create optimum overlap for powerful, hard-hitting exhaust note.
- Best with aftermarket converters and more rear gear.
- Three unique cam designs for each application that deliver excellent horsepower gains and broad torque curve; perfect choice for muscle cars and street rods.
Competition Cams – Xtreme Energy 218/224 Hydraulic Roller Cam (Part No.12-422-8)
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$549.99
Featuring a quicker valve opening, the Xtreme Energy camshaft profile provides increased responsiveness and more area under the lift curve than older, slower grinds. Designed to increase performance without sacrificing driveability and creature comforts.
Product Features:
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Product Features:
- Excellent performance in street carbureted applications.
- More vacuum allows an increase in duration for improved performance and assists power brakes.
- Quicker opening lobe profiles deliver increased responsiveness and more area under the lift curve.
- Best performance with aftermarket intake manifolds, headers, lower gear ratios etc.
Dorman – Steel Cup Expansion Plug 2-7/64 In., Height 0.310 (sold by each) (Part No.555-080)
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$2.99
This engine camshaft plug is designed to match the fit and function of the original part on specified vehicles. Made of quality materials, it is engineered for reliable performance.
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- Direct replacement – this engine camshaft plug matches the fit and function of the factory part on specified years, makes and models
- Ideal solution – this plug is a reliable replacement for an original part that is missing or has failed due to fatigue
- Durable construction – this part is made from quality materials to ensure reliable performance and long service life
- Trustworthy quality – backed by team of product experts in the United States and more than a century of automotive experience
Dorman – Pik-a-Nut – Steel Cup Expansion Plug 2-3/32 In., SC, Height 0.278 (Part No.362566.1)
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$3.99
This engine camshaft plug is designed to match the fit and function of the original part on specified vehicles. Made of quality materials, it is engineered for reliable performance.
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- Direct replacement – this engine camshaft plug matches the fit and function of the factory part on specified years, makes and models
- Ideal solution – this plug is a reliable replacement for an original part that is missing or has failed due to fatigue
- Durable construction – this part is made from quality materials to ensure reliable performance and long service life
- Trustworthy quality – backed by team of product experts in the United States and more than a century of automotive experience
Dorman – Steel Cup Expansion Plug 2-3/32 In., SC, Height 0.278 (sold by each) (Part No.555-049)
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$2.99
This engine camshaft plug is designed to match the fit and function of the original part on specified vehicles. Made of quality materials, it is engineered for reliable performance.
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- Direct replacement – this engine camshaft plug matches the fit and function of the factory part on specified years, makes and models
- Ideal solution – this plug is a reliable replacement for an original part that is missing or has failed due to fatigue
- Durable construction – this part is made from quality materials to ensure reliable performance and long service life
- Trustworthy quality – backed by team of product experts in the United States and more than a century of automotive experience
Dorman – Steel Cup Expansion Plug 1-61/64 In., Height 0.510 (sold by each) (Part No.555-041)
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$2.99
This engine expansion plug is designed to match the fit and function of the original part on specified vehicles. Made of quality materials, it is engineered for reliable performance.
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- Direct replacement – this engine expansion plug matches the fit and function of the factory part on specified years, makes and models
- Ideal solution – this plug is a reliable replacement for an original part that is missing or has failed due to fatigue
- Durable construction – this part is made from quality materials to ensure reliable performance and long service life
- Trustworthy quality – backed by team of product experts in the United States and more than a century of automotive experience
Dorman – Steel Cup Expansion Plug 2-3/32 In., Height 0.530 (sold by each) (Part No.555-085)
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$2.99
This engine camshaft plug is designed to match the fit and function of the original part on specified vehicles. Made of quality materials, it is engineered for reliable performance.
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- Direct replacement – this engine camshaft plug matches the fit and function of the factory part on specified years, makes and models
- Ideal solution – this plug is a reliable replacement for an original part that is missing or has failed due to fatigue
- Durable construction – this part is made from quality materials to ensure reliable performance and long service life
- Trustworthy quality – backed by team of product experts in the United States and more than a century of automotive experience
Dorman – Pik-a-Nut – Steel Cup Expansion Plug 1-5/8 In., Height 0.500 (Part No.362657.1)
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$2.99
This engine expansion plug is designed to match the fit and function of the original part on specified vehicles. Made of quality materials, it is engineered for reliable performance.
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- Direct replacement – this engine expansion plug matches the fit and function of the factory part on specified years, makes and models
- Ideal solution – this plug is a reliable replacement for an original part that is missing or has failed due to fatigue
- Durable construction – this part is made from quality materials to ensure reliable performance and long service life
- Trustworthy quality – backed by team of product experts in the United States and more than a century of automotive experience
Dorman – Steel Cup Expansion Plug 1-45/64 In. SC, Height 0.270 (sold by each) (Part No.555-033)
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$2.99
This engine expansion plug is designed to match the fit and function of the original part on specified vehicles. Made of quality materials, it is engineered for reliable performance.
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- Direct replacement – this engine expansion plug matches the fit and function of the factory part on specified years, makes and models
- Ideal solution – this plug is a reliable replacement for an original part that is missing or has failed due to fatigue
- Durable construction – this part is made from quality materials to ensure reliable performance and long service life
- Trustworthy quality – backed by team of product experts in the United States and more than a century of automotive experience
Popular 1958 Buick Special Camshafts Categories
Most Popular Camshaft Plug for 1958 Buick Specials
Enhance your 1958 Buick Special with this popular Camshaft Plug we have in stock, for $2.99.
Dorman – Steel Cup Expansion Plug 1-45/64 In. SC, Height 0.270 (sold by each) (Part No.555-033)
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$2.99
This engine expansion plug is designed to match the fit and function of the original part on specified vehicles. Made of quality materials, it is engineered for reliable performance.
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- Direct replacement – this engine expansion plug matches the fit and function of the factory part on specified years, makes and models
- Ideal solution – this plug is a reliable replacement for an original part that is missing or has failed due to fatigue
- Durable construction – this part is made from quality materials to ensure reliable performance and long service life
- Trustworthy quality – backed by team of product experts in the United States and more than a century of automotive experience
Best-Selling 1958 Buick Special Camshaft
Upgrade your Special with our best-selling Camshaft.
Competition Cams – Classic Thumpr 227/241 Hydraulic Flat Cam for Buick 364, 401, 425 Nailhead (Part No.91-600-5)
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$683.99
Classic Thumpr 227/241 Hydraulic Flat Cam for Buick 364, 401, 425 Nailhead
FAQs for 1958 Buick Special Camshafts
What are the best-selling Camshafts for 1958 Buick Specials?
Out of 2 Camshafts that fit 1958 Buick Specials, the following parts are the top sellers:
- Steel Cup Expansion Plug 1-45/64 In. SC, Height 0.270 (sold by each) (22140422) – $2.99
- Classic Thumpr 227/241 Hydraulic Flat Cam for Buick 364, 401, 425 Nailhead (50287090) – $683.99
What’s the price range for 1958 Buick Special Camshafts?
The prices of Camshafts for the 1958 Buick Special range from $2.99 up to $683.99 for the most premium parts.
What is the average price of a Camshaft for a 1958 Buick Special?
The average price for Camshafts for the 1958 Buick Special is $343.49. Keep in mind the variety of part types within our Camshaft category, where you are likely to find a wide range of prices across a variety of parts and components.
Does Advance Auto Parts sell Camshafts for other Buick Special model years?
What are the cheapest Camshafts for my 1958 Buick Special?
The cheapest 1958 Buick Special Camshafts we carry are:
- Steel Cup Expansion Plug 1-45/64 In. SC, Height 0.270 (sold by each) (22140422) – $2.99
- Classic Thumpr 227/241 Hydraulic Flat Cam for Buick 364, 401, 425 Nailhead (50287090) – $683.99
Does Advance Auto Parts sell Camshafts for any other 1958 Buick models?
Yes. We stock Camshafts for 3 other popular 1958 Buick models. Some of the most popular are 1958 Century Camshafts, 1958 Limited Camshafts, 1958 Roadmaster Camshafts, and 1958 Super Camshafts.
What types of Camshafts do you sell for my 1958 Buick Special?
As of 3/1/26, these are some of the most in-demand types of Camshafts for a 1958 Buick Special:
Can I get help with 1958 Buick Special Camshaft orders?
Contact our customer support team by chat or phone, through the help desk page, where you can find instant answers about Buick Camshafts and more.
What is your return policy for Buick Special Camshafts?
Advance Auto Parts keeps returns simple. For new Buick Special Camshafts and accessories, your online orders can be returned, in their original condition, within 45 days. For requirements, see the returns page.