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1948 Chevrolet Fleetmaster
2dr Sport Coupe
6-cyl. 216.5cid/90hp 1bbl
#1 Concours condition#1 Concours
#2 Excellent condition#2 Excellent
#3 Good condition#3 Good
$18,300*
+10.2%
#4 Fair condition#4 Fair
Jan 2025
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1946-1948 Chevrolet Fleetmaster stats
Highest sale
$154,000
Lowest sale
$1,385
Most recent sale
$50,400
Sales
161
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Past sales
$50,400
1948 Chevrolet Fleetmaster Base
85621 M
North America
Mar 8, 2025Broad Arrow Auctions
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$19,250
1948 Chevrolet Fleetmaster Base
47504 M
Standard
North America
Jun 7, 2024Mecum Auctions
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$18,700
1948 Chevrolet Fleetmaster Base
47500 M
Standard
North America
May 10, 2024Mecum Auctions
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$60,500
1948 Chevrolet Fleetmaster Base
Standard
North America
Mar 8, 2024Mecum Auctions
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$44,957
1948 Chevrolet Fleetmaster Base
Standard
North America
May 4, 2023Bring a Trailer
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$5,300
1947 Chevrolet Fleetmaster Base
North America
Feb 23, 2023GAA Classic Cars
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Model overview
Model description
In the immediate postwar years, Chevrolet went back to its 1942 model year tooling to jump start its passenger car business. The public was starved for new cars, so sales kept pace with production. The result was that the cars changed little for a few years as Chevrolet made as many vehicles as possible.
The Fleetmaster line was Chevrolet’s middle trim level in this period, comparable to the Special Deluxe trim level from the prewar years, with the Stylemaster being the budget offering and the Fleetline being the top trim level. Differences were mostly expressed in exterior brightwork, but upgraded upholstery and features such as sunvisors also separated the trim levels.
The Fleetmaster was available in a variety of body styles, including a two-door sport coupe, a town sedan, and a convertible. A four-door line included a fastback sport sedan and an eight-passenger true “woodie” station wagon.
The Fleetmaster engine was the “Blue Flame” overhead valve, inline six-cylinder that displaced 216.5 cid and delivered 90 hp. Power was transmitted through a three-speed manual gearbox with column shift. Optional extras included two grades of radios, an under-dash or in-dash heater and defroster, fog lamps, a spotlight, wheel trim rings, and a cowl-mounted windshield washer.
The 1947 Chevy Fleetmasters were essentially unchanged, except that the list of options grew slightly longer and the interior appointments were made a little nicer. By 1948, such luxuries as a glove compartment light, leather-topped armrests, woodgrain dashboard, clock, cigarette lighter, and two-tone upholstery were offered. About 150,000 Fleetmasters were made in 1946, and well over 200,000 in each of the following two years as business boomed for Chevy and the nation as a whole.
Collectors will be drawn to this era for its potential in both restoration and custom work. Of all the Chevrolet Fleetmasters, certainly the station wagon with its authentic wood is the most striking model. Only 804 were made in 1946, rising to 4,912 in 1947, and an astonishing 10,171 in 1948. If a station wagon can be found in restorable condition, it’s a car that adds value to any collection.
Vehicle specifications
- Shipping Weight3269 lbs
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Common Questions
The value of a 1948 Chevrolet Fleetmaster can vary greatly depending on its condition, mileage, options, and history. Typically, you can expect to pay around $27,440 for a 1948 Chevrolet Fleetmaster in good condition with average spec.
The highest selling price of a 1948 Chevrolet Fleetmaster at auction over the last three years was $154,000. The highest prices are usually reserved for rare or exceptionally well-maintained examples with desirable features or modifications and excellent history.
The lowest selling price of a 1948 Chevrolet Fleetmaster at auction over the last three years was $5,550. The lowest prices are usually paid for examples that have extensive maintenance needs, differ greatly from their original configuration, or have accident histories or title problems.
In the last three years there have been 14 1948 Chevrolet Fleetmasters sold at public auction.
The most recent auction sale of a 1948 Chevrolet Fleetmaster was $50,400 on March 08, 2025 by Broad Arrow Auctions.
Many factors can increase a car's value including excellent condition, exceptional originality, a recent restoration, low mileage, unique provenance, desirable options, popular or unique color choices, and excellent maintenance records. Upgrades and modifications that enhance performance or aesthetics can also add value.
Factors that can decrease a car's value include unusually high mileage, poor maintenance history, visible wear and tear, accidents or damage, title issues, and gaps in ownership history. Additionally, less popular color choices and extensive modifications that don't appeal to a broad audience can reduce value.
Mileage plays a significant role in a classic car’s value. Lower mileage usually increases value because it indicates a higher degree of originality, is rarer, and suggests less wear and tear. However, cars with exceptionally low mileage may also have maintenance needs due to lack of use. Whether someone should pay more for a vehicle with lower miles will depend on how they plan on using it, and the vehicle's specific condition.
The value of modified cars differs widely based on the type and quality of modifications. While some modifications can significantly increase value, especially performance enhancements and high-quality custom work, others may not add much or could even detract from the car’s value if they appeal to only a limited audience.