Vehicle Description
1950 Chevrolet Styleline Deluxe 2 Door Sport Coupe
The Deluxe models from 1941 to 1952 did not have running boards and
the reason is simple. By deleting the running boards, Chevrolet was
able to widen the car to accommodate six passengers, three in front
and three in the back, and that was how most Deluxe models were
marketed.
For consignment, a 1950 Chevrolet Styleline Deluxe 2 door sport
coupe which has had some recent work and although our consignor
modestly claims it's not a "show car," one look at the lines of
this vintage automobile and we respectfully disagree. Perhaps not a
show "winning" car would be more appropriate, but the car is showy
based on its lines alone. It needs a few things to bring it up to
show quality and a lucky person will get a great set of bones from
which to start.
Exterior
The name of the game here is large, as in proportions, features,
and overall presence. At the pinnacle of chrome use, the massive
grille and front bumper could be mistaken for a cowcatcher, only
more stylish and the face of rolling art. The rising, bulbous hood
is also like a freight train like and leads to the windshield,
topped with an external visor and providing a narrow but adequate
look at the road ahead. Fender trim trails off into rocker trim
that terminates at the articulated rear fenders and more bright
work in the form of gravel guards just ahead of fender skirts over
the rear wheels. Trim around the gas cap? Wow, what were designers
thinking? But it just works. An optional center bumper guard in the
back stands tall over the bumper itself and chrome exhaust
deflectors turned fumes downward but also look great under the
gigantic, rounded trunk. Get within 20 feet and you'll notice long
cracks in the paint in several areas, some paint chips, bubbling,
and some surface rust where paint's been chipped near the
trunk.
Interior
Pleated gray tweed and smooth gray cloth top the door panels,
contrasted by brown carpeted lowers and gray painted tops for a
lovely design. The tweed and cloth continue the split bench seat
which is in very good condition, but a portion of the outer shell
has become dislodged. A rear bench mirrors the upholstery pattern
and continues the door patterns on the sidewalls for a nicely
coordinated cabin. An X is formed by the horn ring on the steering
wheel, which is currently wrapped in an aftermarket, stitched
cover. Art deco style font adorns the large gauge which cleverly
relays five bits of information with the speedometer being front
and center. Large ivory buttons are jukebox-like on the vertically
embedded AM radio toward the center, just beside a metal grille
protecting the speaker. A square clock is then worked in, also
trimmed in polished metal and a gray painted glove box fronts the
passenger. Low pile tan/gray carpeting covers the floor and is
slightly weathered while the cloth headliner and windlace are in
great shape. The trunk is large and flat and lined with a gray
cloth, spare and jack are in place.
Drivetrain
Under the enormous hood is a very clean 216.5ci inline 6 cylinder
engine rated at 85hp and fueled by a rebuilt 1-barrel carburetor.
Three on the tree run the 3-speed manual transmission with a new
clutch and resurfaced flywheel while 4.11 gears are in the back to
receive the power. Drum brakes have a new master cylinder, lines,
and drums and are found at all four corners.
Undercarriage
Interestingly, true dual exhaust is on the car with two exhaust
manifolds covering three cylinders each. The exhaust flows into the
stock style muffler and then straight out the back. Underneath,
driver quality conditions include surface rust, some grease build
up, and residual oil on the pan and flywheel cover. There's some
rust through on a body brace and a drop of oil on the rear
differential. We also noted some surface rust under the doors.
Beyond that, things look decent underneath. Suspension consists of
coil springs up front and leaf springs in the back.
Drive-Ability
It's post-war America and you just moved out to the suburbs with
your growing family. What better than this big coupe that holds the
entire family and anything you want to carry in the trunk, like
your mother in law. We joke, but seriously, the car circled our
test loop in fine fashion and while you won't win any races with
it, it certainly provides a smooth and ultra comfortable ride, and
that was key for the buyer. We noted the clock is inoperable, the
radio is not working, and our consignor states the heater blower
works intermittently. While Classic Auto Mall represents that these
functions were working at the time of our test drive, we cannot
guarantee these functions will be working at the time of your
purchase.
You don't have to be Elliot Ness to discover the potential of this
car. You read about the mechanical upgrades and see the straight
body. The interior is in nice condition and it's a good runner, so
the list of restoration items is fairly short. Make room in the
garage and then call the mall on this one!
21HKG57857
21-Janesville, WI Assy Plant
H-1950
K-Deluxe
G-July Build
57857-Sequential Unit Number
TRIM TAG
STYLE NO 50 1027-1950 Styleline Deluxe 2 Door Sport Coupe
BODY NO J3496-Janesville Body #
TRIM NO 171-Grey Striped Broadcloth
PAINT NO 423-Mayland Black
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