1952 Chevrolet Bel Air

1952 Chevrolet Styleline Deluxe BelAir Coupe There's never been a Chevrolet like this. Never a Chevrolet so smartly styled, so advanced in comfort, safety, and performance with economy. It's far and away the finest Chevrolet ever built, the most beautiful buy of all new cars! Two distinctive new body styles in Fleetline and Styleline with 14 grand new models including the DeLuxe and Special. From a period sales brochure. For consignment, a 1952 Chevrolet Styleline Deluxe Belair coupe showing 38,474 miles, but the true miles are unknown due to a title exemption. This one has a rebuilt engine and transmission along with other newer parts and if patterns hold, this Styleline will follow in the long line of the model that have found new homes over the years. Exterior Not all colors were drab colors in the early 50's and this one is bathed in two stage Spring Green on the body and Beach White on the roof and from the side, the colors and sleek shape of the car work together to create a dramatic piece. This is further enhanced by the 15-inch green steel wheels, red bowtie wheel covers, and wide white wall tires. One can't help but notice the chrome gravel guard on the bulging rear fenders and the trim spears along the side. But wait, there's more! A tapered nose topped by a streamlined ornament leaves nearly flat planes between it and the fenders, and this design is referenced in the sloping rear, bulbous trunk, flanking fancy polished tail light nacelles. The paint and body are fantastic and we note minor imperfections including a scuff on a rear fender, a ding in the side trim and rear window surround, a spot of paint run, a dent in the rear bumper and scuffs on a gravel guard, and chipped paint in a few place. Interior We're met with some slight patina on the door panels which split panels of medium green and white, a sharp contrast with the split bench seat which is finished in Moss Green cloth inserts between panels of gray vinyl and along with the big rear bench, present in very good condition. Multi hues of green are used from the steering wheel forward, more in line with stock configuration, showing some age, but wonderful in its originality. The chrome speaker grille in the middle is a standout, shining like the finest juke box money can buy over the ivory buttons of an AM radio. A tan and brown knit floor covering does the job well and a mohair-like headliner presents nicely with polished bows and matching visors. The trunk has some patina in the form of usage and surface rust on the floor under a rubber mat. Drivetrain Clean and period simple is the rebuilt 235.5ci inline six cylinder fed fuel by a 1-barrel carburetor and mated to a rebuilt Powerglide 2-speed automatic transmission. Power is received by the rear axle where it is put through 3.55 gears. The car still runs on a 6 volt system. Undercarriage We have the typical age oxidation and surface rust on this simple underside and an area of rust through on the inner rocker panels. We also note a bit of oil on the rear differential. A single exhaust moves through a stock style muffler and drum brakes are supplied to all four wheels. Suspension is standard as coil springs in front and leaf springs in back. Drive-Ability We get behind the wheel of this big green machine and head out to the test loop. We notice a tapping noise, possibly in the valvetrain, so keep things light and short. During our test, we note the radio, horn and clock are not working but all other functions on board operate as intended. 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. This is a luxurious cruiser, in a fantastic color and all the potential for comfortable commutes to your local show, cruise night, or cars and coffee. Plus there's room for a family of four here and enough room in the trunk for folding chairs, cooler, and