Vehicle Description
1938 Chevrolet Master Deluxe 2 Door Sedan
Harley Earl's influence really took hold in 1933 when a certain
uniformity, often called corporate appearance, became standard at
General Motors. One of the primary design elements was putting the
radiator behind a front facade where the grille featured
prominently. In 1938, nearly 303,000 Master Deluxe models were
sold. While there are many more choices today, there are few cars
that sell that many models worldwide in 2024.
For consignment, a 1938 Chevrolet Master Deluxe 2 door sedan with a
steel body, fiberglass fenders and running boards, air
conditioning, power steering, power windows, and a 350ci crate
engine putting out 290 horsepower. This juicy orange skate comes to
us with 8,891 miles on the odometer which can not be verified as
the title reads mileage exempt.
Note: This vehicle is sold with a Pennsylvania reconstructed
branding on the title
Exterior
The tall statue of the Master Deluxe has instant presence and it's
multiplied exponentially by the bright orange paint that shines
bright over the entire body. Bumperettespresent a streamlined
suggestion of front protection while the polished trim over the
engine cover vents provide the only contrasting trim on the side.
Tinted windows reside under the long, rounded roofline and the epic
humpback decklid protrudes between fenders with frenched
taillights. TrueSpoke wire wheels occupy the corner in classic
fashion with 14-inchers up front and 15-inchers out back giving
this big street rod a slightly raked stance. The color keyed grille
is quite extraordinary as it is sculpted around the body work which
includes an arrow shaped base for the external headlights. It wears
a polished center piece, a Chevrolet nameplate and is just below a
simple, streamlined hood ornament. Paint and metalwork are
fantastic. Imperfections include touched up scratches and chips,
bubbling, and rock chips on the front.
Interior
The gray painted window frame on the inside is complemented by gray
cloth door panels, alternating smooth panels with vertically
stitched inserts, a modern armrest, electric window switches, and
more traditional hardware for opening and the vent window. Front
bucket seats are also in gray cloth and in decent condition. The
driver's seat shows some compression and is missing the hinge
hardware cover. In back, the lap of luxury contains a bench seat
enveloped in gray, including the sidewalls. A GT steering wheel
fronts a gray painted dashboard with orange pinstripe accents
housing a series of AutoMeter gauges and indicator lights. The tilt
column shares some space with an Equus tachometer while in the
center of the dash we find an AM/FM/CD unit accented in red and
with AUX capability. A Lokar shifter is floor mounted where we find
low pile gray carpet in good condition. The textured gray headliner
is also in nice shape and the trunk now contains a fuel cell and
battery box.
Drivetrain
A very clean engine awaits us behind the covers and it's a 350ci V8
putting out 290 horsepower and fueled by an Edelbrock 4-barrel
carburetor and set into motion by a rebuilt TH400 3-speed automatic
transmission which sends power to the rear axle with 3.08 gears.
Disc brakes are supplied up front and drums in the rear.
Undercarriage
The underside presents in very good condition with minimal surface
rust and no errant fluids. The dual exhaust starts at headers and
encounters a pair of Turbo mufflers just before exiting with
downturned tips under the car. Suspension consists of coil springs
up front and leaf springs in the back.
Drive-Ability
The comfortable cabin is a great place to spend some time as we
crank the 350 up and with a guttural growl, we move onto the test
loop where the car performs very well. Solid tracking, good power,
and decent handling. All operational items work as they should save
for the light on the speedometer not being hooked up, there are no
bump stops on the suspension and the fuel gauge can sometimes be
erratic and we return this orange chariot to the mall where it will
be on full display. 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.
It's a well done street rod in blazing orange paint and air
conditioning for those summer rides to rod meets and car shows. Pop
the engine covers as the motor is clean and show worthy and enjoy
this Master Deluxe for years to come. Orange you glad you read the
entire thing?
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collectible vehicles for sale via consignment in a climate
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acres!). The largest single location consignment dealer of classic
and collectible vehicles in the country is located in Morgantown,
Pennsylvania, just 1-hour west of Philadelphia off Exit 298 of the
I-76 Pennsylvania Turnpike. For more information visit
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person.
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