1951 Chevrolet Styleline De Luxe 2-Door Sport Coupe

Description

OFFERED WITHOUT RESERVE

In 1949, Chevrolet introduced a modern lineup of cars, replacing its prewar designs. The new lineup comprised a range of models in both the Fleetline and Styleline series, with various body types and prices. The business coupe was the most cost-effective model at $1,300, while the eight-passenger station wagon was the most expensive at $2,200. The only available powertrain option was a 216 cu-in six-cylinder engine paired with a three-speed manual transmission, with an added option of a Powerglide two-speed automatic transmission pared with the 235 cu-in engine for cars was available the following year. Passenger car production reached 1.5 million units in 1950, marking the brand's best year ever. In 1951, Chevrolet made a few minor enhancements from the previous year. More customers were opting for automatic transmissions in their cars. This Styleline De Luxe 2-Door Sport Coupe still has a 235 cu-in six-cylinder engine, despite being upgraded with performance parts.

This car is part of the George Foreman Collection, which comprises over 50 cars from the 1930s through today, with a focus on American classics and late-model sports cars.

Highlights

• Offered from The George Foreman Collection

• Finished in metallic green with a light green roof with complementary green pinstriping

• Interior upholstered in two-tone black and white leather 

• Powered by a 235 cu-in inline-six with dual single-barrel carburetors and HEI distributor with MSD ignition cables mated to an automatic transmission

• Upgraded audio with a Pioneer AM/FM cassette player mounted inside the glovebox with additional speakers added

• Red steel wheels are covered with four-spoke chrome hubcaps and shod with Cushion-Aire white wall tires

• Full four-stage paint correction, battery replacement, and carburetor adjustment conducted by Dr. D’Tail in August 2019 at a cost of $1,829.75

• A new fuel pump was installed, and the battery was replaced in November 2023 

• Please note that while the odometer displays just over 43,000 miles at the time of listing, the true mileage is unknown

Features

• Budweiser beer shifter handle

• Full-width exterior sun visor

• Dual chrome spotlights

• Painted dashboard

• Black two-spoke steering wheel with chrome horn ring

• Manual windows

• Electric clock

• Bench seat

• Fender-mounted antenna

• Dual interior sun visors

• Pivoting vent windows

• Enclosed glove box

• Column-mounted gear selector 

• Dual chrome side view mirrors

• Chrome bumpers and overriders

• Hastings oil temp and pressure gauges

• Pioneer sound system

Known Imperfections

• Please note that the vehicles in The George Foreman Collection have been in long-term static storage and will benefit from additional mechanical attention prior to being driven. Bidders are encouraged to review the Additional Documents section of each lot for any recent mechanical service rendered to help return certain vehicles to running condition. Additionally, bidders should carefully review the photos of each lot in the collection, which may highlight the oxidation of metal components certain vehicles sustained as the result of a garage fire caused by a golf cart battery in March 2019. Although none of the vehicles sustained fire damage from the fire itself, the negative cosmetic effects of the corrosive soot vary greatly from vehicle to vehicle and can be observed in the photo galleries of each lot. All lots are sold as is, where is, and bidders are responsible for any desired diligence before placing a bid.

• Oxidized brightwork

• Heavily oxidized interior metal trim

• Cracking chrome finish on the trunk lid handle

• Scratch on the driver’s door

• Staining on the rear package tray

Included

• Jack

• Spare wheel and tire

• Fire extinguisher

Ownership History

As a member of The George Foreman Collection, this 1951 Chevrolet Styleline De Luxe 2-Door Sport Coupe is presented as a wonderful customized example worthy of continued preservation.

Additional Notes

Please note: Title in transit

A Broad Arrow Group Car Specialist is working as an agent on behalf of the owner for this vehicle.

Contact: Alexander Keck Phone: 402.617.9770 email: akeck@hagerty.com