This 1948 r Deluxe Convertible d, with Chevy big-block V8 power, was built in the early 2000s. The seller’s wife’s late father bought the car in mostly complete form, but the seller helped fix some issues. After his wife inherited the car, he made improvements as needed, and it’s being sold now to fund another automotive project.
- The engine is a Chevrolet 454-cu.in. OHV V8.
- A GM 700-R4 four-speed automatic transmission handles shifting duties.
- A 9-inch rear end was chosen for the big-block power.
- The body is all steel, according to the seller, who adds that there is “no rust.”
- The Crazy paint was applied in 2002 and is still in good condition.
- There are some paint chips from being driven but the car was always stored inside.
- The manually operated canvas top functions smoothly and closes well.
- Power windows were installed on the car.
- Door handles have been shaved and open with poppers.
- rs were narrowed slightly and shaved.
- The windshield was V-butted.
- ther upholstery covers the eight-way power driver’s seat.
- The passenger’s seat is manually operated.
- Custom-fitted carpet was installed.
- The leather steering wheel is a Lecarra product.
- Stereo components are from , but the seller says they are outdated.
- The air conditioning system is functional.
- The custom dashboard houses gauges from Classic truments.
- The trunk is upholstered.
- The independent front suspension is tang II-style with power rack-and-pinion steering.
- A four-link system with coilover shocks locates the rear axle.
- ndling is “great on mountain roads,” according to the seller.
- The brakes are “great,” in the seller’s opinion.
- No extra parts or accessories are included.
- The car has no needs or issues, according to the seller.
- This 1948 Convertible d is big-block Chevy powered.
- The transmission is a GM 700-R4 automatic.
- The bold purple color is Crazy.
- suspension is tang II IFS and a four-link setup locates the rear end.
- Black leather upholstery covers the interior.
The seller states that this vehicle will be sold on a clean title in his wife’s name. This 1948 r Deluxe Convertible d was inherited by the seller’s wife from her late father. The seller is building a ’51 Chevy Pickup that his wife’s grandfather bought new, so the ’48 is being sold to fund the project.