For Sale: 1952 Chevrolet Styleline Deluxe in Torrance, California

West Coast Classics are proud to present an absolutely exceptional example of this stunning and very original southern California example of a 1952 Chevrolet JK Styleline DeLuxe 2 Door Convertible on a very straight and completely rust free body and frame and boasting its original and collectible historic 1950's Cecil Thomas Cadillac of San Pedro, CA license plate frames!Frame off restoration approximately 20 years agoRebuilt 235.5 CID 6 cyl engineRebuilt Powerglide automatic transmission2 Stage Black paint New interior in original styleAll stainless polishedAll chrome redone including vent windowsComplete Dynamat insulation floor panPower SteeringPower brakes under the driver floor panKenwood CD Blue Tooth Stereo system with ampHidden subwoofer below convertible top wellPower canvas convertible top with 1948 Cadillac rear window12 Volt ConversionConvertible top bows powder coatedButterfly steering wheelHidden stereo in tissue dispenserAll new glass & rubber2 inch drop spindles 2" lowering blocksCoker classic tiresAdjustable rear shocksFactory turn signalsElectric inline primer pump (for only if car sits for months, hit pump for 30 seconds & car will start right up)Hidden kill switchConvertible top bootOriginal factory options include:235.5 CID 1 BBL VALVE IN HEAD 6 CYLINDER ENGINE WITH 105 HP MATCHED TO POWERGLICE AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION ($158 OPTION)HEATER & DEFROSTER ($36)WINDSHIELD WASHERDELUXE STEERING WHEELRADIO ($64)RADIO ANTENNAFULL WHEEL COVERSWHEEL TRIM RINGSWHITE SIDEWALL TIRESPurchased new at the renown 'Cecil Thomas Cadillac-Oldsmobile' of San Pedro, CA Harley Earl and company attended to Chevrolet's first postwar restyle using the company's prewar shells until 1949 when dramatic change was to be made with some of Chevy's best looking cars ever made to date, and which were to be precision built as well. By 1950-52, the introduction of the Deluxe Styleline series now included its top-of-the-line Bel Air. Indeed there's no better example of GM's styling and engineering prowess in the fifties than these Chevrolet's.One of the USA's most recognized classic cars ever, the top-of-the-line Bel Air series, was introduced as a stand alone model for the 1953 model year, replacing the previous DeLuxe Styleline series. It was to become the most desirable Chevrolet model of the 1950's, offering a balance of style and luxury appointments unavailable in the base 150 & 210 series and offered in a wide range of body styles, including a convertible, Sport Coupe hardtop, two- and four-door sedans and four-door station wagons.This particular 1952 Chevrolet 2 Door Convertible Deluxe Styleline example was previously frame off restored with no expense spared and is a phenomenal example ready for its next collector owner! The original Deluxe Styleline options include two-tone deep-buff leather upholstery and a power top, with standard options including two-tone instrument panel with garnish molding, twin sun visors, 39 hour stem wind clock, two spoke steering wheel with new "Bow tie" center cap, trunk lock, luggage compartment light (window in each taillight), stainless steel front fender and door molding with Deluxe nameplate, windshield, belt-line, rear gravel shield and lower body trim and fender skirts.In summary this must be one of the finest examples anywhere of a fully operational and turn-key example of a beautifully restored 1952 Chevrolet JK Deluxe Styleline 2 Door Convertible - a wonderful example of America's favorite 1950's classic car and a wonderful addition to any American classic car enthusiasts collection!