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Chevrolet Other Model AC (1929)
for sale

Price: US $4,500.00

Description:

1929 Chevrolet International Model AC 4-Door Sedan
This body style included:
6 roll down windows (all 4 doors and rear seat side windows) 1 roll up windshield 194 Cubic Inch Inline 6 Cylinder (~46 HP) First year for the 6 cylinder. 3-Speed non-synchronized transmission Rear mounted spare tire. Rear Passenger window shadesThese Chevy cars are much rarer than similarly aged Fords, Dodge Bros or other early cars. This is not because they made less of them but because they bodies themselves had so much wood frame work. This cars wooden frame work is in excellent shape. The car is very structurally sound.
This is a true survivor car. That is, only common wear items have been replaced with no restorations or repairs have been made. The original green paint, hand painted trim work, interior and drivetrain are all accounted for. This car has some tasteful period upgrades including wire Firestone Balloon Tire wheels with wide white Firestone tires, Banjo steering wheel with thermometer, temperature gauge and pocket watch holder. Tires themselves are in fine shape with no dry rot and excellent tread. One note on the paintwork. The fenders were re-painted at some point. This must have been a cosmetic re-spray because there is zero evidence of dent repair or other repairs. The under side of the fender look as straight as the top sides.
Odometer reads 2891 Miles. We have no way of truly proving that this is original mileage but we'll let the photos speak for themselves. Any damage that we see on the car seems to be more from storage over the past 86 years than wear from use. The underside of the car is very clean. Floor boards look great and their is zero rot.
The story goes that this car was driven only for the local 4th of July Parade in Tiffin, IA and was garage kept for the rest of the year, it was the pride and joy of the owner. After his passing the car sat. During these years (1980's until present) the car was unused and the engine became stuck; the wife held on to the car for sentimental reasons until she was forced to downsize and move out of the home. At this point the wife decided that it was time to pass it on to a new owner and asked the locals at the town's diner if anyone was interested in an old car. One patron was and purchased the vehicle. Once this fellow had owned it, for awhile, he decided that he had too many projects and since this one wasn't running it'd be the first to go. While having a headliner installed on another project car a deal was struck with the upholsterer...Me.
After acquiring the car I was hopeful that the engine was going to be an easy fix. However years of not running had taken its toll. The old cast iron pistons and cylinders had fused themselves together. Therefore a rebuild of the engine was required. Many NOS and NORS parts were used to keep the engine as original as possible. These were sourced from swap meets such as Spring Carslile, Fall Jefferson, Iola and Chevrolet parts specialists. Machine work was performed at D&R Machine in Marion, IA.
The following are detailed notes of the work performed:
Cylinder block cleaned and bored 0.060 Aluminum NORS 4 ring Pistons installed with NORS Piston Rings. NOS 1930 Chevrolet valves installed along with new valve springs, retainers and keepers. The cylinder head had, had hard seats installed at some point in its past. These were freshened with a valve job. Crankshaft polished All babbitt bearings inspected and re-shimmed per factory manual procedure. Oil pan replaced with NOS due to rust pin holes in original. Camshaft, lifters and pushrods cleaned and inspected. Cam timing gear replaced with NOS piece. Rocker arms and shafts cleaned and inspected. New oiler wicks installed. All copper oil lines cleaned and re-installed. Best Gaskets Gasket Kit used upon re-assembly. Original pressure plate and flywheel deemed excellent condition and re-used. Clutch disk replaced with NOS disk due to center hub rivets damaged on original. Carbon throwout bearing in good condition and was re-used. Painted original Chevrolet gray color. Custom color was matched to what was believed to be original paint on the NOS oil pan. Distributor cleaned & re-oiled. Points, condenser rotor and distributor cap replaced with NORS parts. New modern plug wires, plugs, and coil installed for reliability. Starter inspected and oiled Generator inspected and oiled Water pump re-greased and packing gland nut adjusted. Tillotson JR5A Carburetor installed. This is a 1930's 1940's aftermarket replacement that included an adaptor to re-use the factory cables and linkage. Nothing was cut or modified to install this. All of the old/original parts that were replaced on the engine will be included with the car, including the original Carter carburetor and a parts carburetor. These carburetors had been damaged by water however may be able to be restored by a professional. Also receipts are available.
The engine runs great. Will actually run down 2 lane highways at near 50 MPH. Holds good oil pressure and generator charges at 12-15 amps.
Gear oil in 3 speed transmission and rear end drained and filled All suspension, steering and manual brake pivots greased. Brakes adjusted Projects left for the next caretaker:
Outer door handles on passenger side do not work. One handle is broken off and the other just turns. Doors can be opened from inside. Drivers side doors work perfectly. Roll up windshield mechanism removed and disassembled. Window currently stuck in down/closed position. A couple of the pot metal gears have teeth missing. I believe there is a Chevrolet specialist that makes a kit to refurbish this. I believe all original parts are accounted for damaged and other wise. Brake light remains on. This seems to be the brake light switch. I've sprayed this with penetrating oil however that is as far as I've taken it. Thanks for looking and good luck bidding.
Additional Photos can be seen at: here
Please, do not request that I divulge the reserve. Bid to win.
Please understand this is an 86 year old vehicle. It is in excellent working condition. However, it is not a vehicle to be driven every day and especially not on interstates. It is content at 45 MPH and with parade duty. Also understand that this has MECHANICAL brakes, not hydraulic like modern cars. They do safely stop the car when used correctly, but not like today's brakes. Please keep these facts in mind when bidding.
This vehicle is sold AS IS WHERE IS with NO warrantee or guarantee. We will gladly accommodate the buyer or shipper when loading the car. However the buyer is solely responsible for arranging and paying for any shipping that may be required. Also, the buyer is responsible for insuring the vehicle during transport. As soon as it the vehicle leaves my garage it is the buyers responsibility.
A $1000 deposit it required of the winning bidder immediately following the auction. This deposit will be made through PayPal. The remainder of the purchase price will be paid upon pick up in cash or via bank to bank electronic transfer that must be set up between the buyer and current owner prior to pick up.
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The free listing tool. List your items fast and easy and manage your active items. On Aug-08-15 at 14:02:04 PDT, seller added the following information:Fenders have been repainted on this Chevy sedan at some point in it's past. This must have been for cosmetic reasons only. ABSOLUTLY NO signs of dent repair or damage of any kind being repaired before the fender re-paint.
On Aug-08-15 at 14:04:14 PDT, seller added the following information:Rarer than early Fords due to body frame work be constructed mostly of wood. The wood in this car is excellent. Body and doors very sturdy and structurally sound.

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