Vehicle Description
1925 Chevrolet Superior K Touring
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. Each year new mechanical changes,
appearance updates or optional features that became standard in
subsequent years became expected of all GM products including
Chevrolet. Body styles were separated into open and closed which
meant closed included retractable glass in the doors and glass
surrounding rear seat passengers. Standard items included tools, a
jack for tire removal, speedometer, outside lockable door handles,
ammeter, oil pressure gauge, dashboard light, choke pull knob,
electric horn, ignition theft lock, and a two piece vertical
ventilating windshield that allowed fresh air to enter the
passenger compartment.
Purchased new by the owner of a general store in Conestoga,
Pennsylvania and used to haul goods from Philadelphia back to
Conestoga, this Superior served a useful and purposeful life until
its retirement from duty in 1932. At that time, it was parked in a
barn and forgotten about for decades. At some point, an employee of
the general store offered to restore the Superior to its former
glory. However, as sometimes happens, the owner of the car didn't
have the finances to finish the redux and the car sat a few more
years. Then a deal was struck between the owner of the car and the
employee for the employee to purchase the partially restored Chevy.
Unfortunately, the original owner passed away before the
transaction could be completed and since there were no records of
the deal the employee had to purchase the car at the estate
auction. Fate smiled upon him that day as he was able to purchase
the car at a much lower price than was agreed to with the original
owner. The employee then restored the car a second time to what is
seen before us. Gracing our South Mallway and for consignment, a
1925 Chevrolet Superior K Touring car restored to better than new
and waiting for you.
Exterior
Chevrolet went all out with the Superior line which had a much
sleeker, taller and versatile body than that of the Ford. Headlamps
on their fender mounted tie bar flank the original radiator and
surround and are dressed up with a pair of American flags. Long
swooping black fenders flank long black running boards complete
with a scissor gate on the driver's side. All of this frames rust
free steel that is bathed in blue which 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 glass rear window is
covering the passenger compartment. Leading up to the top is a near
vertical 2-part windshield that can tilt to allow extra airflow
into the already airy cabin. Wrapping up the back is a single like
new spare tire and simple tail light.
Interior
Reaching over any of the doors to open them is required as there
are no exterior door handles. These doors are covered in simple
black leather panels with black highlighted buttons around the
perimeter, all simple yet functional. Moving inside we note a very
nice black vinyl covered bench with a wide tuck and roll pattern
throughout the seat and back. In the back is a bench matching the
front seat in both material and form and sports lovely heavily
padded side panels in the same material. Access to the left rear is
somewhat hampered by the scissor gate on the running board but once
mastered is a breeze to enter. A thick rimmed wooden steering
wheel, very nicely stained, fronts the blue steel dash and in its
center, we see gauge clusters in wonderfully shaped ovals and a
center circular horizontal dial speedometer and odometer gauge.
Wrapping up our interior tour we note slightly soiled ribbed rubber
mats cover the floor front and rear.
Drivetrain
Lifting either side of the center hinged hood we see a nicely
restored 171ci inline 4-cylinder in olive drab green. Black
accessories set off the green nicely and appear to have been
rebuilt during the restoration. This engine is fed by a 1-barrel
carburetor and has a 3-speed manual transmission on the back.
Bringing up the tail end is a rear axle weighing in with a 3.82
ratio.
Undercarriage
Black steel and wood make up the frame, flooring, suspension and
support work. A spattering of road dirt and surface rust is noted
but no invasive rust is seen. Leaf springs are on front and rear to
help provide a smooth ride and mechanical drum brakes are on the
rear only.
Drive-Ability
Simple to start and drive, this Superior still requires attention
to the road while motoring. While not a record setter in any
department on our test track, it handled everything we threw at it
with ease. All around a good driver with all functions working but
braking must be planned in advance due to the rear axle only
mechanical drums.
A wonderful restoration and a great story to boot for the Superior
K out of 1925. A better driver and looker than the competition from
Ford, but it also came with a larger price tag when new. Spoil
yourself with quality, value, strength and economy right out of
1925.
Classic Auto Mall is a 336,000-square foot classic and special
interest automobile showroom, featuring over 650 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.
