Vehicle Description
You're not very likely to encounter anything like this any time
soon. This 1926 Chevrolet Superior Coach is one extremely rare and
super cool automotive relic that not only greets the present day in
its original configuration, but also looks great and whose vintage
drivetrain is running impressively strong.
1926 was a very pivotal year for GM and in particular, its
Chevrolet division. This very car heralded the beginning of a bona
fide rivalry between the two biggest automotive manufacturers as
GM, noting obsolescence in their competition, moved decisively to
take advantage by heaping as much style as they could into this
'26, even going so far as to create a separate Art and Color
Department, which was entrusted with making their cars as visually
appealing as possible - a first for the American automotive
industry. They clearly succeeded, as this is certainly one very
stylish vintage ride. Notice that curvature toward the bottom as
the front fenders transition into broad running boards before
re-joining the rear fenders, the tapered front end and that
seriously awesome hood ornament looming above the front grille
bearing a locket-shaped portrait inside. From front to back, this
antique has thankfully retained its original look and received an
extended respite from the road (and any of its hazards), as it was
securely stowed for about 30 years before being featured in the
1985 film "Places in the Heart." Its green and black, two-tone
color scheme features a nice shine and its array of exterior
features are intact and sit securely in place - a monumental feat
for a car that's more than 90 years old - and a spare is moored
just behind the deck lid, which adds a great touch to this coach's
authentic vintage look.
The interior sitting inside the doors is all original - save for
the bench seat, which was restored for its movie appearance. Just
climbing inside will transport you to a time long ago, when Greta
Garbo began entrancing audiences on the silver screen and Babe Ruth
was on the cusp of a very big year. The seating is well-padded and
very comfortable and the fabric lining the walls of the cockpit and
the door panels is in impressive shape, too. It's a pretty powerful
experience just to sit behind that thick steering wheel and peer
out of the ramrod-straight windshield, imaging just how different
the world was when this '26 first hit the road - which likely
wasn't even paved. As you do so, you'll find another feature that's
defied time: original gauges recessed into the black steel of the
dash are not only very readable, but functional, as well.
Raise the vented side of the engine compartment and you'll find a
171 cubic inch 4-cylinder engine inside, just as was the case when
this venerable ride began its life. Here's yet another area where
this Chevy impresses - teaming with a 3-speed manual transmission
and carrying an updated electric fuel pump for an added measure of
reliability, this powerplant starts right up and runs far better
than you could ever expect - it was recently serviced and is ready
to go. And should you take this ultra-classic out on the street,
its drum brakes are also fully functional and capable of bringing
things to a safe stop when called upon. This exceedingly rare and
off the charts impressive rolling artifact rides on a set of 21"
vintage wheels, with centers painted to match the exterior.
This 1926 Chevrolet Superior Coach offers the rare opportunity to
own a supremely pivotal piece of automotive history - a true
museum-worthy exhibit that's also fully operable as it nears its
centennial. Call today!