A 90-horsepower inline-six won’t make for the quickest hot-rod on the street, however this traditional Chevrolet has physique upgrades, a raked stance and a rocking audio system that make up for no matter it would lack in zero-to-sixty acceleration.
The Pick of the Day is a 1950 Chevrolet Deluxe Styleline listed on the market on ClassicCars.com by a personal vendor in Long Beach, Mississippi. (Click the hyperlink to view the itemizing)
“I’m proud to present this exceptionally clean, absolutely stunning, gorgeous, and very reliable and enjoyable driver and show car: My 1950 Chevy Styleline Deluxe two-door sedan with air ride,” the itemizing begins. “One family owned the car before me.”
The Deluxe mannequin rode on the General Motors A-body and bought its begin in 1941 simply earlier than World War II and was provided in coupe, cabriolet, sedan, and station wagon physique types. A halt was placed on civilian automobile manufacturing in February 1942 and picked up a pair of years later. The first vital redesign of the Deluxe occurred in 1949, and right now’s characteristic automobile got here off the meeting line the following yr.
“Streamlined” is a phrase that involves thoughts when viewing the aspect profile. The aggressive stance is made potential because of a SlamAir administration system with an air bag suspension and two compressors. This customized suspension setup, mixed with a windshield visor, Coker wide-whitewall tires, rear fender skirts and a continental equipment, make this ’50 appear like it’s driving on the floor.
Mechanically, this Styleline has lots going for it. Under the hood resides a rebuilt 216cid “Victory Six” inline-six, and energy is directed rearward by means of a column-shifted three-speed guide transmission. Service historical past seems complete: included in latest upkeep are substitute of the oil filter, gas tank, gas traces, gas pump, Rochester carburetor, air filter, and exhaust system. The electrical system has been upgraded with a 12-volt conversion, twin batteries, and new lights and bulbs. Finally, the braking system acquired related TLC with a brand new grasp cylinder and substitute disc brakes up entrance with drums in the rear.
The cabin is full of trendy know-how and audio tools, beginning with a glove box-mounted radio with AM, FM, CD, MP3, Bluetooth, and USB connectivity. That head unit is joined with tweeters, six-by-nine audio system, two amplifiers and twin 15-inch subwoofers. This automobile undoubtedly rocks, and the environment make for a pleasant sound stage to get pleasure from the audio goodies — full with newer velour and suede upholstery together with a brand new headliner, pile carpeting and ground mats.
“Thank you for checking out my 1950 Chevy Deluxe Styleline. It could be yours,” the itemizing concludes.
The vendor is asking $42,500 for this Styleline, which seems trendy at any pace.
To view this itemizing on ClassicCars.com, see Pick of the Day.
