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1948 Chevrolet Other

Sale price: $51,500.00 make an offer

Sale type: Fixed price listing

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Year:
1948
Mileage:
36,264
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1948 Chevrolet Other for sale

Current customer rating: current rating for this car(2.05) based on 148 votes

“Man. that is a beautiful car!” That's what we hear all the time. The Dupont Chromabase blue has a subtle turquoise flake that makes the finish radiate. The resto-mod treatment works great on this body style. The only exterior modification is the use of 1946 hood ornament and the absence of a center grill bar. The 15x6” front /15x7” rear steel/chrome wheels have Diamond Back wide whites (215/65-215/70) and period correct hubcaps. They fill the wheel well perfectly. The stance comes from Posie super glide springs in the rear with lowering blocks and modified coils on the Mustang front end. The extra thick sway bars tie the suspension together to make for an outstanding ride. The beige cloth top matches the wheels and interior as does the boot that covers the power top. It's a great look.

 The engine compartment is as close to wireless as possible. The 370 hp. fuel injected LS1 fits perfectly and has custom coil covers that hint of 327 valve covers. Sanderson ceramic coated headers. Be Cool aluminum radiator. polished throttle body and Wegner pulley system make everything look like it was there from day one. The computer is concealed inside the driver side fender. Extra care was taken to fabricate the radiator cover to conceal the radiator supports. Hood springs are chrome and stainless bolts are used throughout. The firewall is clean with only a master cylinder for the front disc. rear drum power brakes. The AC lines are inside the passenger side front fender creating an open view of the compartment. There is a stainless radiator overflow and chrome cap on power steering pump. At shows I have seen guys just stand and smile while looking at the engine.

 The stock dash houses an original non-working radio head. The ash tray was removed but the electric windshield knob was retained in its correct position. VDO electronic gauges were installed that match the period look. A tach replaces the clock. At first glance you will think the steering wheel is original. It is actually a Lecarra wheel modified with a custom horn ring and an original horn button. The gear shift lever for the 200R transmission is a part of the GM tilt column. The floors have beige piped floor mats covering a the Mercedes blue carpet. The doors feature bear claw latches.

 The blue and leather interior has a slight patina on the front seats. I have never seen a design like this one. The cappuccino inserts bring just enough contrast to make the interior pop. When the top is up the chrome support braces show an elegance befitting a Cadillac. The rear window is glass. The trunk lid underside has interior matching vinyl with twin hydraulic support pistons. Carpeting covers the floor and even the fender wells. The battery is concealed behind a curtain and the sealed gas tank has a Walboro electric fuel pump.

 A 3:42 10 bolt Eaton positraction combined with the 200r tranny gives the best of both performance worlds; great acceleration and lower highway rpms for comfortable cruising. You can run at 70 or more all day. The dual exhaust. coming out stainless tailpipes. have a noticeable rumble but not an ear-breaking drone.

 Upon careful inspection you will find a few indications that the car has been driven. They are minor and have not kept the car from winning trophies at local shows.   Beside the appearance. the nicest thing about this car is being able to simply turn the key. have no throttle pump and hear the LS1 come to life. The rest of the day is thumbs up from your new best friends. be they at a stop light. on the road or standing on the street. Don't miss this special car. We hate to see it go but after 14 years and limited storage. it is time.

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