Vehicle Description
Now that a lot of us have kids and families, full-sized hot rods
are starting to make a lot of sense. Take this 1936 Chevrolet
Master sedan for example: lots of room, a decent trunk, and still
carrying all the upgrades you'd want in your next rod. And contrary
to what you've been taught, some sedans look downright awesome when
given the full treatment.
Sleek and aerodynamic, this Master was the top-of-the-line Chevy in
'36 and shows off its Art-Deco influences throughout, a look that
hasn't gone out of style and probably never will. Finished in an
appropriate medium burgundy, it's pretty close to what it might
have worn when it was new, so it looks right. The body is 100% GM
steel to capture the true full-fendered look, and there are no
custom parts, no shaved trim, no additions that detract from the
original styling. Fit and finish are quite good considering that
the paint is 15 years old, and the doors close with that
distinctive sound that only vintage cars demonstrate. All of the
original trim's still in place, too, including the lovely waterfall
grille, hood trim, and scrolled door handles that look like
miniature works of art, even on a Chevy. Accessories like the fog
lights, headlight visors, and side mirrors add a little flash, and
even the running boards are trimmed properly so they're still
usable as intended.
The interior sticks with traditional '30s materials, offering tan
cloth upholstery, original bench seats, and a dedication to keeping
it true. Burgundy paint covers the dash and garnish moldings,
offering a clean look that seems like it could have been the way it
was in 1936. The original dash has been dressed up with a billet
gauge panel full of white-faced gauges from VDO and controls for
the Vintage Air HVAC system in the center. A wood-rimmed steering
wheel on a tilt column looks great, and for entertainment, there's
a Pioneer stereo system tucked under the dash. The trunk is big
enough to carry a surprising amount of luggage on your next road
trip, even with the battery back there, so get ready for a road
trip!
The most critical ingredient in any rod is the powertrain, and this
Chevy delivers with a 350 cubic inch V8 that has been neatly wedged
between the flowing front fenders. Topped by an aluminum Edelbrock
intake and 4-barrel carburetor, it gives this vintage sedan the
moves of a much younger car. It's also neatly dressed with a bit of
chrome, an open-element air cleaner, and Bowtie-emblem aluminum
valve covers. A big radiator keeps things cool with a giant
electric fan to help out, and somehow they managed to tuck all the
accessories in there so the hood closes tight. Underneath you'll
find a Mustang II front suspension with rack-and-pinion steering
and 4-wheel disc brakes complements of a Lincoln Versailles rear
end, so it drives like a much more modern car. A TH350 3-speed
automatic transmission means cruising is simple, and the dual
exhaust system features Flowmaster mufflers for a mellow sound that
doesn't get annoying on long trips. Sparkling chrome wire wheels
contrast with the burgundy paint and wear 15-inch wide whitewall
radials.
A well-built rod that needs no excuses, this '36 Chevy combines
plenty of style and performance with the space to take the family
with you, all at a very reasonable price. Call today!