Vehicle Description
1950 Chevrolet Fleetline
A redesigned Fleetline with reduced body contour and integrated
rear fenders was offered for the 1949 through 1952 model years. It
was referred to as a "fastback" because of its distinct sloping
roof which extends through to the trunk lid. The Fleetline during
the 1949 to 1950 years also has a lower look than a sedan, with the
windshield being one inch shorter in height then a standard
contemporary sedan. The 1949 to 1951 models were made in both
four-door and two-door models, with only the lower portion of the
doors being interchangeable with a sedan door. The Fleetline series
is currently highly collectable. Many are made into street rods,
with the common Chevrolet 350ci small block V8 and the 350 or 400
turbo transmission being used.
For consignment, a 1950 version of the Chevrolet Fleetline. This
4-door fastback takes its styling cues from the airplane industry
and does not have a boxy line on it. All curves and all looking
great with plenty of new parts and a good job.
Exterior
From the very front tip of the rocket jet hood ornament atop the
bulbous hood, central trim running from front to back to the split
windscreen and flanking integrated rounded fenders with visor
bezels over a single round headlight, this car is 1950 and then
some. A straight triple wide horizontal rib grille with round
bullet style turn signal lights protruding from the corners of the
grille and a gracefully curved bumper below, it's that good that
you could style your hair and get dressed in front of it, and you
will not miss a beat. Looking at the steel side slabs which are
painfully straight and have well minded gaps all bathed in black
and adorned with a side trim spear, which ends at the rear bulbous
fender with front protector chromed plate, and a fender skirt for
that extra low and slow look. The beautiful trunk Lincoln e in fast
back style melts downward and intersects with the rear quarters
where the tail lighting is housed. Another curved bumper on back
with vertical push bars and it is slightly pitted and dulled.
15-inch steel wheels with dog dish caps are wrapped by Coker
tires.
Interior
The full on restoration effort continues inside for the door panels
which consist of gray stitched vinyl uppers and a blue panel which
is a burlap style broadcloth tweed. Turning our body to the inside
we slip in and feel the warmth of the matching blue inserts of the
doors and surrounding gray vinyl. This pattern holds true for the
rear bench accessible conveniently by the rear doors so no climbing
through. Slight wear is noticed on the edges of the front seats,
particularly on the drivers side. Some slight spoiling can be seen
in this area as well. A beautifully restored to original dash is
painted a beautiful satin neutral gray on top and then a light gray
for the front and bottom, which compliments the seats and shows off
the chrome ribbing and bezels for the dash. A large central
circular speedometer gauge cluster is definitely of the ear with
some art deco type font numbers. Vintage A/C has been installed,
and the dash retains a lot of its original charm only with a newer
radio and speakers which are controlled in the glovebox. Blue
carpeting slightly soiled covers all the floors and sports
protective floor mats which are dirty. A gray headliner is above
and is nice and tight with a few dirty fingerprints on it.
Drivetrain
Popping the massive hood, we are greeted with a WOW on the engine
bay with a like new bay with black paint, all new wiring and
completely rebuilt 216ci I-6. It is topped with a 1-barrel
carburetor, and on back is the factory 3-speed manual transmission.
A 4.11 rear axle is on, and there is plenty of bling bolted on to
the engine to keep your eyes memorized for a while under the hood.
All corrosion free and shiny. Also, a switch to 12-volt has been
performed.
Undercarriage
Using the words "frame off" yields always impressive surfaces
seldom seen out of a showroom if you were to crawl underneath while
it's there...but who does that? So now you won't have to as well is
totally like new, rust free, and showing structurally sound and
possibly previously blasted and resprayed. A bit of rust is noted
in the fronts of the rear wheel wells on the rockers. Power disc
brakes are on front and power drums for the back.
Drive-Ability
All hands on deck as everyone wanted a ride in this beauty, so we
took the gang to the test track where it performed beautifully,
handled very well, and accelerated like a champ. Braking was good
and all functions were working as they should. All piling out after
a Chinese fire drill and smiles all around so I assume all
good!
Consignor states that he has made many recent improvements and
upgrades including new front suspension, disc brakes, Vintage A/C,
a 12-volt conversion, and this car shows the part. Just a beauty of
a ride, and still retains its 1950 charm with some tasteful
upgrades. A strong engine, smooth transmission and beautiful
interior are just a few of the many highlights one can associate
with this wonderful ride, showing off in all its aerodynamic
form.
VIN DECODE
3HKH124124
3-St. Louis, MO Assy Plant
H-1950
K-Fleetline Deluxe
H-August Build
124124-Sequential Unit Number
TRIM TAG
STYLE NO 50 1008-1950 Fleetline 4 Door Sedan
BODY NO S17893-St. Louis Body #
TRIM NO 171-Gray Striped Broadcloth
PAINT NO 423-Mayland Black
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
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Please contact us anytime for more information or to come see the
vehicle in person.