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| 888-778-3751 12345678910111213141516171819202122232425262728293031323334353637383940414243444546474849505152535455565758596061626364656667686970717273747576777879of79 58700 Miles 194 c.i. inline 6 cyl Manual2 Door Coupe Stock #: 26521 Exterior Color: Green Interior Color: Beige/Tan Body Type: 2 Door Coupe Transmission: Manual Engine: 194 c.i. inline 6 cyl Title Condition: Clear Vehicle Description West Coast Classics are proud to present a very rare and extraordinary opportunity to own an original southern California family owned since new 1931 Chevrolet 2 Door Sports 'Independence' Coupe with its original 194 c.i. 'Storebolt Six' featuring 5.02:1 compression ratio & a single barrel RJH-08 Carter updraft carburetor which produced 50HP & 122 llbs ft of torque! The car was purchased new by the grandfather, E.L Yeager, of it's most recent owner in 1931 and the car was driven in the beginning only once a week in the Rubidoux area of Riverside, CA to buy groceries! E.L Yeager was a civil engineer and the founder of the renown family owned construction company bearing his name, a company responsible for changing the landscape of southern California and building numerous, and some of the most well known, Los Angeles freeways & intersections, and other such projects throughout the southwest United States. Mr Yeager's grandson inherited the car in 1968 with some 30K original miles and helped to fully restore it with the help of the Yeager companies mechanics. The grandson returned the car to his father (E.L Yeager's son) in 1972 when off to college and the car was kept in storage until the father died in 2010. The car had been in storage since 2010 until we recently acquired the car and began it's preparation for sale.The car is virtually completely original including its original inline 6 cylinder engine which now has some 58K original miles and its original mechanical brakes & 3 speed manual transmission. A left turn signal was added for safety reasons and the AM Radio/cassette and speakers. It is its original Green color with Black fenders. It is the desirable 2 Door Sports 'Independence' Coupe model with the added 'Rumble Seat' and wind down rear window, vinyl 'Topper' roof and 'Broadcloth' interior. The car has its original wire wheels mounted with white sidewall tires and its original spare tire with rim and a '1931' cover .Even in the depths of the Great Depression, many of the people who could afford a new, low-priced car had their sights set high, wanting a vehicle with a bit more style, power and refinement than the run-of-the-mill economy offering. In the early 1930s, those people often turned to Chevrolet, and drove off the dealer lot in a 1931 'Independence' or a 1932 'Confederate'. General Motors volume brand had been working towards taking the Ford Motor Companys best-selling crown for almost two decades and with Fords four-cylinder Model A aging and its yet-to-be-proven V-8 still in the wings, the six-cylinder-powered Chevrolet stepped in as the most popular car in America in 1931 and 1932.Chevrolet began selling the six-cylinder engine, commonly known as the Stovebolt Six, and affectionately, as the Cast-Iron Wonder in 1929, and they made only minor improvements to it over the next few years. It performed much better than its four-cylinder rivals and inspired the slogan, Get a Six for the price of a Four.' That inline-six integral to Chevrolets identity was an advanced overhead-valve design, debuting at a time when flatheads ruled. Displacing 194 cubic inches via its 3-5/6-inch bore and 3-3/4-inch stroke, the three-main-bearing engine used a 5.02:1 compression ratio and Carter one-barrel RJH-08 updraft carburetor to make 50hp at 2,600 RPM and 122-lbs.ft. of torque at 1,800 RPM. This inherently balanced engine was upgraded in 1931 with a stronger engine block, stronger crankshaft and a redesigned harmonic balancer for markedly smooth operation and its torquey nature and flexible powerband meant that fewer shifts of the unsynchronized three-speed manual gearbox were needed. The 1931 Independence Series AE's took on a more graceful appearance than their upright forebears, an improvement made possible by the two-inch-longer wheelbase (now 109 inches) that allowed fine proportions; their bodies rode on a stronger channel-section frame with four crossmembers. Taller radiators were protected by stone guard grilles on many bodies and trims, and chromed headlamps sat on a matching chromed bar over a vibration horn. Closed Chevrolets, built by Fisher Bodies, sported Fishers VV (Vision-Ventilation) windshield, which cranked into the header for additional ventilation, and all models shared a new three-spoke steering wheel and fresh dashboard design. Matching Fords pricey Houdaille shock absorbers, their suspensions featured Lovejoy hydraulic shocks and four longitudinal semi-elliptic springs, while the four-wheel, 11.5-inch mechanical drum brakes were fully enclosed for weather protection behind stylish 19-inch steel spoke wheels, which were steered via worm and sector gearing.Starting in April 1931, three new body styles graced Chevrolet showrooms: the $615 Cabriolet; $650 Landau Phaeton (with its removable B-pillars and disappearing window frames) and $595 Five Passenger Coupe (a twin to Fords A Victoria). Continuing body styles included the $510 Convertible Phaeton; $475 two-passenger Roadster; $495 Sport Roadster (with rumble seat); $575 Sport Coupe (with rumble seat); $535 two-passenger, Three Window Coupe; $545 two-passenger, Five Window Coupe; $545 Coach (two-door Sedan); $635 Sedan; $650 Special Sedan and $615 2/4-passenger Cabriolet; also available were commercial versions like the half-ton Roadster and Sedan Deliveries. Chevrolet finally outsold Ford in 1931.Todays bowtie fans who are interested in picking up a rare piece of Chevy history are strongly advised to join the 'Vintage Chevrolet Club of America' as these cars comparably small remaining numbers mean that they can pose a greater challenge to buy, restore and maintain than comparable Fords. If you buy and definitely if you are planning to restore one, it would be highly recommended to join the club. There are hundreds of years of joint expertise in the VCCA when it comes to restoring or indeed just owning 1931-1932 Chevrolet's and there have traditionally been more 1931 year Chevrolet's owned by VCCA members than any other year simply because they made a lot of them and they were extraordinarily well built and highly regarded reliable cars.As you would expect from such a beautiful example with such storied and single southern California family ownership, the car is in quite astounding condition both cosmetically and mechanically. The original and legendary 194 c.i. inline 6 cylinder 'Storebolt Six' engine is extremely strong and sounds absolutely magnificent with this particular car also driving absolutely magnificently - must be driven to be fully appreciated - does not miss a beat and purrs like a kitten - drives straight as an arrow with no strange road wobbles, shakes or rattles - a truly remarkable daily driver with the transmission shifting smoothly through the gears and with the car being an absolute pleasure to drive! Vehicle Warranty Mechanical inspections welcomed; if you wish to inspect the vehicle you must do so before bidding; upon request seller will be happy to deliver the vehicle to a local Torrance, CA or Santa Monica, CA mechanic of your choice for your prepaid inspection before the reserve price is met. Once the reserve price is met this vehicle is to be considered sold in ‘as is, where is’ condition to the highest bidder with no guaranties or warranties implied or given. Please have all funds available before bidding as a $1,000 non-refundable deposit is required from the winning bidder within 48 hours (2 business days) of auction end; an immediate $500 non-refundable deposit is required through Ebay’s Paypal service to end the auction early if the "Buy it now" option is exercised and the balance in full is due within ten days of auction end in any case. In the case these terms of sale are not met seller reserves the right to either re-list the vehicle or offer the vehicle to the next highest bidder. Seller reserves the right to end the auction at any time before the reserve price is met. Payment by bank wire transfer, cash in person or cashiers check only. All inspections must be done prior to bidding. The non-refundable deposit in the amount of $1,000 is due within 48 hours of the auction end via bank wire transfer or cashier's check via overnight mail. The full payment must be completed within 10 business days regardless of a pick up date. In the event the deposit is not posted within the required period of time, the vehicle will be offered for sale to the next subsequent high bidder or relisted for sale. This is to be considered an absolute sale and the buyer is required to comply with all of my conditions in these terms of sale. By placing a bid and winning the auction you hereby agree to abide completely with these terms of sale and the terms of sale are to be considered a legal and binding purchase agreement. Once again, please note that there are no inspections to be made after the auction ends - please be sure to complete any inspection before bidding. The Seller reserves the right to cancel any bid at any time and to end the auction early for any reason. The seller makes every effort to describe in detail any known flaws in the vehicle and includes many detailed and recent photos of the vehicle. The mileage on the vehicle is correct at the time of listing but obviously subject to minor changes necessary to complete delivery of the vehicle to the buyer and test drives etc. Please note that all used vehicles, especially classic and older vehicles, are by definition unique and complex and their condition, for better or worse, must always be considered a subjective opinion to each individual. Therefore the seller shall not be responsible for the absolute correct description, authenticity, genuineness, or defects herein, and makes no guaranties or warranty in connection therewith. Vehicles are sold with one master key unless otherwise stated. Vehicles are sold with handbooks and manuals only if stated in the advertisement. Buyer hereby acknowledges that any definition or terms relating to a "matching numbers" description of any car has been met and the buyer has inspected the car and is satisfied with the description prior to bidding or purchase. No allowance will be made on account of any incorrectness, imperfection, defect or damage. Any descriptions or representations are for identification purposes only and are not to be construed as a warranty of any type. It is the responsibility of the buyer to have thoroughly inspected the vehicle, and to have satisfied himself or herself as to the condition and value of the vehicle before bidding and to bid based upon that judgment solely. Seller assumes no responsibility for any repairs whatsoever regardless of any oral or written statements about the vehicle. About West Coast Classics West Coast Classics are renown licensed and bonded California Classic Car Dealers who specialize in buying & selling rare American & European classic cars with our showroom location in southern California at 1205 Bow Avenue in Torrance, CA 90501. Please contact us to verify the current status of any vehicle of interest and note that all test drives are by appointment only. We ship throughout the world and will provide you with an unparalleled service in any of your rare, sports, exotic, luxury, collector or classic car needs. So whether you want to sell your classic car, truck, hot rod, custom or simply rare or exotic car or indeed to buy a classic car that we have in our inventory, contact us today, it is what we do enthusiastically every sunny day here in southern California USA! Thanks for your interest and we look forward to helping you! PLEASE FEEL FREE TO CALL US DIRECTLY MONDAY - SATURDAY ON OUR TOLL FREE NUMBER LISTED HERE ON EBAY DURING REGULAR CALIFORNIA BUSINESS HOURS OR ON 424-376-5151 OR ALTERNATIVELY CONTACT US ANYTIME BY EMAIL THROUGH EBAY'S "ASK SELLER A QUESTION" LINK OR THROUGH OUR WEBSITE www.WestCoastClassics.com - WE LOOK FORWARD TO HEARING FROM YOU. Contact us for more details 888-778-3751 Terms and Conditions Payment Options We accept the following payment methods: - Cashier's Check/money order- Loan check from eBay Financing Center- Cash (in person)- Personal check (once cleared) Vehicle Pickup & Shipping All shipping charges are buyer's responsibility. Finance, Warranty, Shipping question? Call the dealer at 888-778-3751 General Terms PLEASE NOTE THAT FOLLOWING THE INITIAL PHOTOS LOCATED TO THE LEFT OF THE "PLACE BID" & "BUY IT NOW" AUCTION OPTIONS WE HAVE A FURTHER UP TO APPROXIMATELY 60 LARGE PIXEL PHOTOS OF EACH OF OUR CARS LISTED HERE ON EBAY WHICH ARE VIEWABLE IMMEDIATELY ABOVE THE "VEHICLE DESCRIPTION" & BELOW OUR DEALER LOGO - SEE THE EBAY "VIEW ALL IMAGES" LINK TO VIEW ALL OF OUR AVAILABLE IMAGES PAYMENT OPTIONS: WE WILL ACCEPT FULL PAYMENT BY BANK WIRE TRANSFER, CASH IN PERSON, CERTIFIED FUNDS & INSTITUTIONAL FINANCING. PLEASE NOTE THAT PAYMENT IN FULL IS DUE WITHIN TEN BUSINESS DAYS OF THE END OF THE AUCTION AS PER OUR TERMS OF SALE LISTED BELOW. PLEASE FURTHER NOTE THAT PAYPAL AND CREDIT CARD PAYMENTS WILL BE ACCEPTED FOR DEPOSITS ONLY. PLEASE NOTE THAT A COMPLIMENTARY COPY OF THE CARFAX REPORT FOR ANY CAR MANUFACTURED AFTER THE YEAR 1981 CAN BE VIEWED ON OUR CARFAX ACCOUNT BY USING THE CARFAX LINK LOCATED UNDERNEATH OUR VEHICLE DESCRIPTION HERE ON EBAY OR ON OUR WEBSITE SELLER IS HAPPY TO ASSIST BUYER IN ARRANGING COMPETITIVE, PROFESSIONAL AND INSURED SHIPPING FROM A REPUTABLE AND INTERNATIONAL SHIPPING COMPANY. BUYER TO PAY ALL SHIPPING COSTS. PLEASE NOTE THAT WEST COAST CLASSICS SELLS & SHIPS CARS WORLDWIDE. Notice to Bidders: All of the vehicles we list on eBay are for sale both internationally and locally. We reserve the right to end an auction early. Deposit: We require a non-refundable $1,000 deposit via Paypal within 48 hours of winning the auction and a non-refundable $500 Paypal deposit to end the auction early by exercising the "Buy it Now' option. Please note that we only accept Paypal for deposits only. Balance payments are due in full within 10 business days by bank wire transfer or cashiers check. Please feel fee to call us for any reason including to make arrangements for payment. All sales transactions must be completed within 10 calendar days of auction close. Prices subject to change without notice and do not include Title, License, Registration Fees, State or Local Taxes or Processing Fees, if any; please read fees and taxes disclosure below. Please contact seller first for vehicle availability. Although every effort is made to present accurate and reliable information, use of this information is voluntary, and should only be deemed reliable after an independent review of its accuracy, completeness, and timeliness. It is the sole responsibility of the customer to verify the existence of options, accessories and the vehicle condition before time of sale. Any and all differences must be addressed prior to time of sale. No expressed or implied warranties, including the availability or condition of the equipment listed is made. EPA mileage estimates for comparison purposes only. Actual mileage may vary depending on driving conditions, driving habits, and vehicle maintenance. The seller makes every effort to describe in detail any known flaws in the vehicle and includes many detailed and recent photos of the vehicle. The mileage on the vehicle is correct at the time of listing but obviously subject to minor changes necessary to complete delivery of the vehicle to the buyer and test drives etc. Please note that all used vehicles, especially classic and older vehicles, are by definition unique and complex and their condition, for better or worse, must always be considered a subjective opinion to each individual. Therefore the seller shall not be responsible for the absolute correct description, authenticity, genuineness, or defects herein, and makes no guaranties or warranty in connection therewith. Vehicles are sold with one master key unless otherwise stated. Vehicles are sold with handbooks and manuals only if stated in the advertisement. Buyer hereby acknowledges that any definition or terms relating to a "matching numbers" description of any car has been met and the buyer has inspected the car and is satisfied with the description prior to bidding or purchase. No allowance will be made on account of any incorrectness, imperfection, defect or damage. Any descriptions or representations are for identification purposes only and are not to be construed as a warranty of any type. It is the responsibility of the buyer to have thoroughly inspected the vehicle, and to have satisfied himself or herself as to the condition and value of the vehicle before bidding and to bid based upon that judgment solely. Seller assumes no responsibility for any repairs whatsoever regardless of any oral or written statements about the vehicle. Mechanical inspections welcomed; if you wish to inspect the vehicle you must do so before bidding; upon request seller will be happy to deliver the vehicle to a local Torrance or Santa Monica mechanic of your choice for your prepaid inspection before the reserve price is met. Once the reserve price is met this vehicle is to be considered sold in ‘as is, where is’ condition to the highest bidder with no guaranties or warranties implied or given. Once again, please note that there are no inspections to be made after the auction ends - please be sure to complete any inspection before bidding. Good luck and thanks for your interest. Fees and Taxes Please note that CA Sales tax, DMV license fees, DMV registration fees, dealer documentary fee, any finance charges, CA emission testing fees, and any compliance fees are additional to the advertised price if any vehicle is to be sold and registered in California and not exported out of state by bill of laden; please see full details below. Vehicle is listed on other industry websites and publications internationally, we reserve the right to end the auction at any time. This vehicle is being sold by West Coast Classics, LLC; we are licensed and bonded vehicle dealers in the state of California. Please note that all vehicles sold to be registered in the state of California will be charged California sales tax on the final EBay sales price and any required government licensing, smog, documentation and registration fees. If leaving the state or country, the vehicle must be picked up by a professional licensed auto transportation company that can provide a bill of lading, otherwise California sales tax will be charged. (All licensed auto transport companies provide these). Any out of the state and international buyers will upon completion of the sale be sent by FEDEX the title and bill of sale for the vehicle and will be personally responsible for any sales tax and licensing and registration fees in their home state or province. All bids are legal and binding contracts to purchase the vehicle and by bidding you are hereby entering into a legal and binding contract to purchase the vehicle and agreeing to accept and abide by these terms of sale: Please have all funds available before bidding as a $1,000 non-refundable deposit is required from the winning bidder within 48 hours (2 business days) of auction end; an immediate $500 non-refundable deposit is required through Ebay’s Paypal service to end the auction early if the "Buy it now" option is exercised and the balance in full is due within ten days of auction end in any case. In the case these terms of sale are not met seller reserves the right to either re-list the vehicle or offer the vehicle to the next highest bidder. Seller reserves the right to end the auction at any time before the reserve price is met. Payment in full to be received by bank wire transfer, cash in person or cashiers check only. All inspections must be done prior to bidding. The non-refundable deposit in the amount of $1,000 is due within 48 hours of the auction end via bank wire transfer or cashier's check via overnight mail. The full payment must be completed within 10 days regardless of a pick up date. In the event the deposit is not posted within the required period of time, the vehicle will be offered for sale to the next subsequent high bidder or relisted for sale. This is to be considered an absolute sale and the buyer is required to comply with all of my conditions in these terms of sale. By placing a bid and winning the auction you hereby agree to abide completely with these terms of sale and the terms of sale are to be considered a legal and binding purchase agreement. The Seller reserves the right to cancel any bid at any time and to end the auction early for any reason. A documentation fee of $70, which is capped and regulated in California as opposed to some other states, is charged on each sale, which once established legally has to be charged equally on each sale, to cover any necessary costs related to FEDEX mailings and other professional documentation paperwork fees for processing documents to establish title and registration in order to complete the transfer of documents to the new registered owner. | |
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| Price: | 24500 USD |
| Make: | Chevrolet |
| Model: | Sports Coupe |
| Year: | 1931 |
| Mileage: | 58700 MI |
| Engine: | 194 c.i. inline 6 cyl |
| Transmission: | Manual |
| Warranty: | Vehicle does NOT have an existing warranty |
