Vehicle Description
1925 Chevrolet Superior K
The Chevrolet Superior model was introduced in 1923. After the C
series, the Series K Superior Chevrolet was introduced in 1925 and
was an improved version over the prior year. It brought with it
many important updates and modifications. It still rode on a
103-inch wheelbase but was now powered by an improved power plant.
The gearbox was updated with a new single dry plate clutch
replacing the old cone clutch style. The ride and handling were
vastly improved by the removal of quarter-elliptic rear springs
with semi-elliptic springs. The brakes measured 11-inches in
diameter and operated on the rear wheels. It was called Superior
because that was how it was compared to old Henry's creations!
For consignment, still holding steady and superior, a 1925 K
Chevrolet. Sporting its original wood spoked wheels, and engine
which has gone through several upgrades and redos and flushes, it
now runs efficiently. A new premium quality roof was recently put
on replacing the original and the interior was also recently
refurbished and recovered.
Exterior
From its Moto-meter topped nickel-plated radiator surround to the
long tub for the passengers and tall and thin curved back of the
car, it sets itself apart from the fords by having an overall
sleeker and taller design. All rust-free steel is bathed in blue
and black curved fenders and a running board floats high above the
original 21 inch wood spoked wheels which remain in excellent
condition. Our example remains bumper-less as it came from the
factory and a new black canvas top with a plastic rear window is
covering the passenger compartment. Sealed beam headlights are with
a black cowling and flank the shiny radiator. A simple straight
black front windshield frame rises from the front cowl, and there
is a shiny mirror on either side. A new spare tire hangs off the
back of the car.
Interior
An exterior handle-less door can be easily opened by reaching
inside, and when done reveals a black leather door panel covered
with a stitched-on pouch. As we slip inside a like new curved back
bench covered in black vinyl with a wide tuck and roll throughout
the seat and back. Rubber floors are in front and back, and also in
the back sitting higher than the front bench is a rear bench in the
same form only this one has some side arms. Both these benches are
in very nice, new condition. Access to the rear seat is through the
back doors whereas without the handles it is difficult to tell it's
even there! In back a brass grab bar is available for when the
driver may get a bit out of hand on a rutted road. A full metal
dash swoops across the front just below the windshield. In the
center we see the old style gauge clusters in wonderfully shaped
ovals and a center circular horizontal dial speedometer and
odometer gauge. Fronting the dash is a very thick wood steering
wheel which is beautifully stained.
Drivetrain
Lifting the thin cowled hood reveals a beautiful sight of the
completely rebuilt 174ci inline 4-cylinder. Also rebuilt and
looking great are a starter, generator, new oil pump and a volt
generator. This nice engine is fed by a 1-barrel carburetor and has
a 3-speed manual transmission on back. Note the radiator is
original and rare to have one survive. A very nice mechanical
showing under this hood and completely restored engine bay.
Undercarriage
Just a bit of road splatter, otherwise rust-free floor pans, body
hangers and running boards. Steel framing is like new and painted
black. Semi elliptic leaf springs smooth the ride, and mechanical
drum brakes are on the rear only.
Drive-Ability
A neat restoration and definitely a fun car to drive. Very sound
and it takes you back to the early days of motoring for sure. All
working just great.
It looks the part and drives the part that is the one labeled
Superior. This K model is very nicely restored, runs like a Swiss
watch, (not unlike its founder Chevrolet from Switzerland). I'd
have to say much nicer than the Fords of the day, but more
expensive too.
Classic Auto Mall is a 336,000-square foot classic and special
interest automobile showroom, featuring over 600 vehicles for sale
with showroom space for up to 1,000 vehicles. Also, a 400 vehicle
barn find collection is on display.
This vehicle is located in our showroom in Morgantown,
Pennsylvania, conveniently located just 1-hour west of Philadelphia
on the I-76 Pennsylvania Turnpike. The website is
www.classicautomall.com and our phone number is (888) 227-0914.
Please contact us anytime for more information or to come see the
vehicle in person.
