52 Chevy Coupe "Old School" Custom
Description
The 52 Chevrolet Bel air Sport Deluxe Coupe was a rust free southern car that was first registered in Ontario in 1985. After changing hands twice it ended up in a garage in Wiarton. I found it in 2003 and hauled the load of parts home as it had been completely dismantled for restoration which hadn't been done and likely wouldn't be done after 10 yr. The owner assured me are parts were there which later found some small pieces missing. The complete car including frame was stripped to bare metal (no rust and original colour cream/maroon was found) all parts primed so it could be stored for a couple of years before project got underway. By 2010 plan was formed and parts had been gathered to build a 50's style "Old School" custom. A low kilometer rust free 1985 Monte Carlo was obtained and would provide front suspension assembly, motor, trans, rear end, brake system and steering column plus other parts as I'm a big user of GM stuff. Summer of 2012 it was on the road with basic stuff done so it could be plated as my other car had been sold this way I could get to cruise nights over the summer. Exterior body mod: 55 Chrysler front bumper narrowed, 52 Olds Super 88 tail lights, 54 Dodge Royal grille, 50 Caddy hubcaps on GM rally slot rims with fatty ww tires, 55 Pont rear bumper, fender skirts, 30's Ford style continental tire, hood done one piece, emblems and some trim removed, tinted glass all around, dummy spots and swan neck mirrors. It was shot in Eastwood Hot Rod black satin paint. Interior has the original seats and door panels that had been done in white vinyl years ago. Custom vinyl headline and original style carpet installed after the floor, firewall and roof had been insulted. Qwik wire complete wiring harness with GM connectors installed with shaved door handle kit. New Dimension gauge kit designed for 52 Chevy, Sony stereo unit, column tack and battery relocated to trunk. The dash looks all original including clock, switches, knobs and handles. During the final build everything was painted and sealed. The complete running gear was rebuilt or replaced with new parts. The last items purchased was new tires and battery. The Old Chevy rides and handles as good as a 70 Chevelle with tire and suspension upgrades. It has been built as a driver especially for long trips like to the East Coast towing a vintage travel trailer which is also up for sale. The car has been on the road since 2012 with ongoing upgrades and modifications made. Finally can say it was finished over the winter of 2019/20220. But in the spring I installed set of APX turbopac enforcer mufflers to get rid of some exhaust drone from the true duals. 52 Chevy is registered, plated and insured. The car and trailer are being sold for personal reasons which have nothing to do with the vehicles as they are good builds. The complete build process has been documented: photos, list of parts and numbers, how to sheets, books and receipts will be included. Three appraisals have been done starting in 2012). The price is $24,500.00 for the car and all related parts. The car and trailer could be purchased as a deal if interested @ $29,500.00 or trailer alone price is $9,500.00. Trade maybe considered plus cash. I'm serious so if your serious we can talk. Call or text Dave 613390-1741 thanks.
- Make: Chevrolet
- Model: Other
- Body Type: Coupe (2 door)
- Color: Black
- Year: 1952
- Kilometers: 20000
- Transmission: Automatic
- Fuel Type: Gasoline
- Ad Type: Offering
- For Sale By: Owner
- Drivetrain: Rear-wheel drive (RWD)
- No. of Doors: 2
cars & vehicles | classic cars
2021-04-09