In keeping with its more generous dimensions, the cars styling of low sweeping lines, with accent on the horizontal, intensifies the swift massiveness and safe stability which are designed into the car. The term massive (used repeatedly) is interesting here, because is shows that GMs designers, led by Harley Earl, ensured their new streamlined design appeared sufficiently formidable. The above list, from GMs comprehensive guide to the cars engineering features (full pdf available here), highlights the new features for 41 Chevrolets, likely to be used as talking points by sales staff. [Chevrolet Centennial, 1940s Edition], 'The Beast' Is Weird, Cool, and up for Sale, Your Privacy Choices: Opt Out of Sale/Targeted Ads. Gateway Classic Cars is not responsible for any representations as to the It comes with: new accessories brand new white wall tires for all 4 tires new visors turns on and runs well registration up to date 2020 Damaged due to hit and, 1940 Chevy Stylemaster The Motor is a 383 cu in. Sixteen days later, Chevrolet became the first GM division to resume production. 1228 Forest Parkway [1], The Chevrolet Stylemaster was also produced by General Motors-Holden's in Australia. Like the rest of the 46 Chevrolet lineupa killer-diller group of gems like the Fleetmaster station wagon and Fleetline sedanthis new beautys just the thing to get America moving again. Distance. Save Search. In an era when car design changed quickly, engines were more likely than other major components to achieve veteran status, and such became the case with Chevrolets Blue Flame six, which debuted in 1937 and stuck around minimally-altered through 1963. One good way of tracking car dimensions is to look at garage sizes. And I recall my used 1974 Buick Apollo with a Chevrolet 6 that I realized, soon after buying it, had an engine that was in poor condition despite fairly low miles. Suite 200 So, a little old history for you younger gents and ladies. Shocks & Struts for Chevrolet Stylemaster Series. [1], The 1948 Series 1500 FJ Stylemaster was again little changed from the previous year. which may include the following: sales tax, title fees, license & There was no reason for GM to update the engine then had developed in 1937. Solid floors, trunk, rockers and body mounts. We've got amazing prices on 1947 Stylemaster Series Tools, Fluids & Garage and Air, Fuel, Emission & Exhaust parts. for a cast-iron block this durablethose are solid valve lifters and four main bearings! The Fleetline continued as a Fleetmaster subseries. The beautiful motor is also a strong runner, and so they paired it to a 700R4 four-speed automatic transmission w/overdrive. PS: I am not a Chevy lover. The VIN also allows a user to get a build sheet of Chevrolet STYLEMASTER. This restored car is in good to very good condition. Follow vehicles and be notified when a price drops, Receive emails about our new arrivals and featured vehicles, Get exclusive access to Gateway events and shows, Place deposits on vehicles you intend to purchase. But theres a lot of interesting history hiding in these forgotten years. Mechanically and dimensionally identical, these two models differed only by trim levels. It would be 4 years until auto production resumed, in October 1946. Description This 1946 Chevrolet Stylemaster has the cool two-tone look of a thoughtful build. Any potential buyer is encouraged to verify this information on their 15,900 1947 Chevrolet Stylemaster. And when you look beyond the style, you'll see the substance of a 350 cubic-inch V8 built with Edelbrock aluminum heads, an Edelbrock AVS2 four-barrel carburetor, an Edelbrock performer intake, and headers that feed into a glasspack-style dual exhaust. I dont know the answer for sure, but its an interesting topic one of many from this period. 90% complete. registration fees, and other additional government or licensing agency A three-speed manual gearbox was the only transmission available. SAVE SEARCH. A leather-wrapped steering wheel on a tilt column, upgraded pedals, a central Bosch tach, and upgraded AutoMeter gauges all let you know the driving experience is a true priority in this custom. I think there were a number of new engines by the early 30s and for the most part the engines from that generation ran until the blast of new tech that came along after the war. GM seemed to hang on to that humpy hood look for quite a while, even when the rest of the industry seemed to be moving to a flatter hoodline. Chevrolets press release summed up the styling intent: In general proportions, the new Chevrolet is longer, wider, and lower. No allowance or set-aside will be My apologies for my not-quite-awake posting; meant to say Eric and not Paul. Its just the typical Chevy-hate. According to General Manager T.H. Our 1947 featured car probably looked downright ancient 11 years later when these models rolled into Chevrolet dealers. New block with more bearings, new head, all new internals, not a single part interchanged. The main distinguishing difference Its not just an optical illusion that makes these two popular vehicles separated by more than six decades appear to be similarly sized. Doesnt that suggest your memory is rather subjective? Solid floors, trunk, rockers and body mounts. 1948 Chevrolet Street Rod THIS IS A STUNNING STREET ROD ALL STEEL CONSTRUCTION THIS CAR HAS HAD BUILD COST OF CLOSE TO 80 GRAND----AIR CONDITIONING, LEATHER SEATS, LOTS OF GREAT CRAFTSMANSHIP, 1948 Chevy Style Master coupe 350 engine 350 auto trans all new interior all new glass and weatherstrips body ok shape paint original lots of patina power disc brakes original front suspension, 1948 Classic Chevrolet Stylemaster with a Chevy 350, automatic transmission and air conditioning.New tires are in!Coupe Hot Rod CruiserLooking to get financing?J. 6-cyl. Painted in high gloss double bright Yellow this custom rod will turn any head that glances. By the end of the following decade, the longer, lower and wider mantra began producing cars of exaggerated proportions. With the exception of the Corvair, there was never a radically new car built in large volume in the US, especially so by the Big 3 and the large independents. This was a G.M. The car was red originally, but Dad had it repainted black as the red paint faded. Interesting comparison. All finalized transactions will have additional charges if applicable Free In-store Services Lot #62,521. By contrast my first house, a small flat-roof in a very modest part of south San Jose, built in the early seventies, had a comparatively huge garage. it looks downright petite next to one of todays larger cars, in this case a fellow Chevy. KNX 1050 Los Angeles, every evening on your set from 7 to 8 p.m. We love being in your living room, and thank you kindly. But design characteristics augmented these changes. [1] A Club Coupe was now offered [5] replacing the 5-Passenger Coupe of 1947. Perhaps the most important single design change was the omission of exterior running boards. The remaining issue is whether it's 1947 or 1948.Use the mosaic image (small thumbna. 1946 Chevrolets were like cars worldwide largely clones of prewar models. But here in a modern parking lot, Chevrolets 1940s-era styling strategy and that decades overall transitional trends shone through. It was replaced with a 49 Ford coupe with a 53 Ford souped-up Flathead V8 that suited him much better. Dont you think their bad reputation would have gotten around? On February 1, 1942, the US government ceased all civilian car production due to the countrys involvement in World War II. About eBay. Filters Sort. The advertised price does not include a Documentary Fee of $397.63, which will be added to the sale price. Radiators & Parts for Chevrolet Stylemaster Series. Enter your email to receive a link to reset your password and disable Multi-Factor Authentication (if applicable). And hasnt advertising changed? Ill share a memory of the 1947 Chevrolet from the many files I inherited from my Dad. MSRP $54.99 ea. The 47 was the last Chevy (and one of only two) Dad owned as he really was partial to Fords. Any descriptions or representations are for So it's a quality package that really lets you appreciate every curve as the light rolls evenly across the entire body. We rightly dismiss Fords attempt to turn pigs ears into silk purses, yet this is similar, isnt it? The Chevy six was new in 1937. Were there really that many advances in engine technology in those years? Were many buyers concerned that the postwar cars had been cheapened or used substandard parts? I thought you were such a fan of traditional things, like the traditional BOF American RWD car? engine for 1942, prompting Pontiac, which had used cast iron all along, to advertise there had been no changes in its proven design. It's a full build with less than 4,400 miles on it that has a leather-lined A/C interior, overdrive transmission, and an award-worthy presentation of its strong V8. Brake Hoses for Chevrolet Stylemaster Series. You think trucking companies were masochists, loved to throw their money away, were just so deeply in love with a specific brand to put up with disposable engines? Nice find. Then, with energy crises demanding more compact cars, and with the growing popularity of vehicles such as pickups and minivans, trends changed. 3514-TPA FULL SPECS Year 1946 Mileage 11310 Engine 8 Doors 2 Transmission Automatic Make Chevrolet Model Stylemaster Title Status -- Exterior Color Dark Blue Metallic Interior Color Gray DESCRIPTION This 1946 Chevrolet Stylemaster has the cool two-tone look of a thoughtful build. The purchaser is responsible for these Given its high sales volume, an all-new Chevy for 1941 was highly anticipated. Take this home today and drive in class! Location Mankato , Minnesota. 1941s changes wound up being popular. Vital controls are all within the drivers sightline. Streetside Classics Fixed-price. It is in perfect condition and has low miles. The Stylemaster was an entry level trim model that ran from 1946-1948. With 32693 1948 Chevy Stylemaster Series Parts for sale, you're sure to find the ideal parts from our online store. [1] 1946 [ edit] The Series DJ Stylemaster was introduced as the base trim level model in the 1946 Chevrolet range, along with the top level Series DK Chevrolet Fleetmaster. Any way you slice it, thats better than what we had last year. Those looking for mechanical changes might have been a bit less impressed, since the 216-cid. And I just remembered the 1941 Ford 6. Gateway Classic Cars has Research, compare, and save listings, or contact sellers directly from 2 Stylemaster models nationwide. Chevys frame looks a little willowy with no X-member and few cross members. Come be sad with me. It was essentially an updated 1942 . When you consider how many Crosleys and Kaisers were sold postwar, and how badly their sales fell off once supply and demand got back to normal, Id say youre correct. One of the Chevrolet's built sometime after production resumed in October 1945 is this 1946 Stylemaster. [8] Australian production included a coupe utility, which was, like the sedan, produced in 1946, 1947 and 1948 models. Please choose to download one of the following options for an improved browsing experience: Chrome (Download ), Microsoft Edge ( Download ) or Mozilla Firefox ( Download ). I can not open your pictures but if your problem was gear grinding when going drom 2nd to 3rd90% of the time it is worn syncronizers. In short, if you can do the welding and fab work yourself, a subframe swap is economical and works, with the right sub. [1] American Classics (16) Antiques (0) Classic Trucks . The experts at Speedway Motors have carefully curated a selection of the best parts for 1948 Chevy Stylemaster Series - backed by our industry-leading support and decades of experience. Early messages established that this is a 1947 or 1948 Chevrolet Stylemaster Sport. This post has been brought to you by the Martha Mae Flour Hour radio revue. Thanks, Thomas! Gateway Classic Cars assumes no responsibility for any repair regardless of The Series DJ Stylemaster was introduced as the base trim level model in the 1946 Chevrolet range, along with the top level Series DK Chevrolet Fleetmaster. Every car manufacturer is obliged to mark all its vehicles in this special format. It weighed less and was more powerful and efficient. Plus youd have the aftermath of the depression as an added incentive for maintaining the status quo. Woody 1948 Chevrolet at the 32nd Annual Naples Depot Classic Car Show. 1947 Chevrolet Stylemaster High Bidder: wbrasco Auction Type: Reserve Winning Bid: $27,000 (USD) End Date: 12/02/2022, 10:00 AM PST Location: Middleboro, Massachusetts Seller: deadman Private Party Engine: 327ci V8 Transmission: Automatic Odometer: 19,488 (Mi) Carfax: Not available View Comments Bid History 22 Bids Listing Views 7,289 Views It was reliable enough except for the dried out seals that leaked oil copiously. Selling as abandoned storage, not running but very complete. A friends father complained about it leaving oil all over his driveway. Your password must at least 8 characters in length. 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[1], The Series DJ Stylemaster was introduced as the base trim level model in the 1946 Chevrolet range, along with the top level Series DK Chevrolet Fleetmaster. Inspection complte ralis par un de nos experts, historique, et 6 mois de garantie offerte Rapport d'Expertise AutoSynthse If you are paying someone, the M2 is probably a better choice, just align and weld in the crossmember, no other major fabrication necessary. While sparse by modern standards, the Chevrolets dash was a well-laid out command center for the day handsomely finished in bright metal and plastics in GM parlance. Well, almost in that many a dealer sold the cars for far and above M.S.R.P. But there was constant evolution too, just not revolution. be expected to require greater upkeep and repair. 507-214-3550. Like other manufacturers, Chevrolet quickly pivoted to producing war materiel, including military vehicles, aircraft engines, armor-piercing shells, and other items for the war effort.