Vehicle Description
You stopped on this 1949 Chevrolet Styleline Deluxe two-door for
the exact same reason why we fell in love with it, too. There was a
lot invested to give it the best period-correct appearance with a
few of the right upgrades to amplify its impressive classic style.
So possibly the most impressive part is this total package is
available right now for such an affordable price.
This two-door sedan makes a great first impression, and that all
starts with the paint. The Monterrey Red strikes that perfect
balance of providing a bold hue with a deep enough tone to showcase
its sophistication. All of this is particularly true because there
has been a lot of investment in a professional application of this
color. So you're looking at gorgeous hand-rubbed lacquer shine. And
while this car has a better luster than what Chevy could provide in
'49, this is the kind of bright presentation these classics have
always had when you pictured them in your mind. Rivaling the paint
for shine is the brightwork. It surrounds every piece of glass,
runs from the headlight to the door handle, outlines the lower rear
fender, covers both bumpers, surrounds every exterior light, and
gives the car a shiny toothy grille. When all of this is so
complete and mirror-like, you realize that you're looking at a
labor of love. And you'll even love going over the details - from
the correct long hood ornament, to the sun visor, to the
color-matched factory wheels with whitewall tires - this is one
impressive total package.
Inside it's been restored to look like a time capsule. The option
lists were a lot shorter in 1949, which gives this car an
uncluttered appearance of a simpler time. The steering column is
uncomplicated with a big wheel to help make turning a breeze.
Behind it are just two stalks - one for the turn signal and the
other to shift the manual transmission. Despite this coupe's
simplicity, the gauge cluster is quite informative. It has info for
the fuel, water temperature, oil pressure, and voltage that are all
surrounding the Art Deco speedometer. Because this is a true 1940s
car, there are the traditional chrome accents on places like the
doors, wheel, and the dashboard. It's joined by the tan and copper
coloring that interweaves so nicely on the dash, door panels, and
carpeting. Plus, the two rows of benches feel like cushy cloth
couches, and the pinstripe cloth seating is truly an artistic
touch. It feels so fresh, that you know there were all the right
investments here.
Chevy's bulletproof 216 cubic inch inline-six was the backbone of
the company for decades, and in a car that's been so correctly
presented so far, it's a welcomed sight under the hood. Famous for
its durability and smoothness, you'll find that this is an easy car
to love. The engine bay is nicely detailed with the bright valve
cover and aluminum radiator reminding you of the investment in this
vehicle. And the blue block, intake, and exhaust show that you
understand preservation, too. It starts easily with a great
six-cylinder grumble from the single tailpipe, and you'll love the
control that the three-speed manual transmission gives you over
this classic powerplant.
Complete with maintenance records and owner's manual, this is an
attention-grabbing cool cruiser. So when it's ready today for such
a nice price, you know you need to act quickly to get it home. Call
today!!!