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Chevrolet De Luxe Coupé 1939 – American classic with character A beautiful 1939 Chevrolet De Luxe Coupé with elegant lines, generous chrome details, and the distinctive presence of a true pre-war American car. Finished in black, with an atmospheric, well-preserved interior and a 3.2-liter inline six-cylinder engine with manual transmission. This Chevrolet has retained much of its original character. Not a concours car restored in every detail, but an honest, largely original classic with presence and history. Recently, substantial investment was made in mechanical maintenance to make the car roadworthy again. RECENT WORK COMPLETED • New, custom-made fuel tank. • Completely new, custom-made exhaust system. • Rear brakes renewed and brake components checked. • New 6-volt battery installed. • General mechanical inspection, maintenance, and various adjustments. ENGINE AND DRIVING The engine starts and runs smoothly. When cold, it may need a slightly longer crank; when warm, it starts promptly. The gearbox shifts well through all gears. There is some play in the shift mechanism, which is in keeping with the car’s age. During the inspection, no significant oil leaks were observed. No excessive oil consumption is known. A compression test has not been carried out. The car drives and offers the relaxed driving experience that suits a pre-war Chevrolet. BODY AND INTERIOR The body appears solid and straight. The black paintwork presents well, with normal signs of use. Whether black is the original factory color is not known. The chrome trim is complete; some parts deserve cosmetic attention. Glass and rubber seals are in good usable condition. The interior is neat and has retained its authentic atmosphere. Seats, upholstery, dashboard, headliner, and door panels present well. Gauges, interior lighting, and heater work. POINTS OF ATTENTION For a clear picture of the car, we also mention what still needs to be done: • The brake system still needs to be bled again and finally adjusted. • The turn signals currently do not work and need to be checked. • The exterior mirror adjustment mechanism deserves attention. • The new battery is slightly too tall, causing the floor access panel not to close completely. A battery with the correct dimensions will solve this. • Some chassis parts can still be finished with black chassis paint or a protective underbody treatment. • The tires are usable; production date and exact tread depth are not known. As a precaution, the battery is disconnected during storage. DOCUMENTATION Brazilian title and registration documents, restoration invoices, technical drawings, and one key are present. The car does not have Dutch registration. A complete historical maintenance file and independent appraisal report are missing. Extensive photos of the car, underside, engine bay, and documentation are available. A characterful Chevrolet for the enthusiast who values originality and presence. The most important recent mechanical work has been carried out; the points mentioned offer room to further finish the car to your own taste. Sale due to too many ongoing projects.