305ci 4bbl V8/TH350 Auto/Heat & AC/Power Front Discs/S10 Front Clip

1942 Chevrolet Special 2 Door Sport Sedan

”These are times that try the resources of a nation, times that call for economy and efficiency from man and machine in order that those resources may be conserved.  Traditionally, Chevrolet ideally fits today’s needs; for Chevrolet, long famous for its economy, reliability and durability, has developed those qualities to new heights.  Because Chevrolet’s balanced engineering has always provided out standing performance with economy leadership, these new Chevrolets stand forth as the nation’s ideal cars for these times.” From the 1942 sales brochure. 

For consignment, a 1942 Chevrolet Special Deluxe 2 door Sport Sedan showing 16,355 miles, but the true miles are unknown. Power doors, a custom interior, air conditioning and an all steel body is just the tip of the iceberg for this well done street rod. This example puts the ”Special” in Special Deluxe!  

Exterior
The nose forward design is eye-catching but it’s the color here that gets your attention; Light Lilac Metallic over Medium Lilac Metallic, delineated by third and fourth shades of purple tape lines. The fenders flare out on this beauty, but the door handles have been shaved and the roof chopped which streamlines the ride as it hunkers down on 14 and 15-inch Jegs Sport Star wheels with staggered size tires.  Out back, a landslide of glossy purple paint is accompanied by diminutive tail lights and airbrushed ”Purple Passion” on the decklid. The Sperm whale shaped hood tops a body colored grille with lime green call out and includes a row of eight cleanly cut vents on the side. Imperfections are few and include some peeling purple tape lines, clear runs, chips, orange peel, filler dimples, and chipped paint on the grille.

Interior
The clean and wild interior begins with alternating patterns of purple and white vinyl and cloth on the door panels will billet hardware and a crisp presentation. Tall white bucket seats are striped and piped in purple and the rear seats follow suit and all are clean.  A sport steering wheel fronts a, yes, purple painted dashboard with a row of gold rimmed ivory VDO gauges and vents along with an AM/FM/CD radio suspended below. Purple cloth covers the center console which provides two more vents, a pair of cupholders, and an armrest/storage bin. Thick white carpet wears purple shag mats and clear rubber mats and the headliner above is like a sky filled with smooth purple vinyl. A blast of bright purple is emitted from the trunk which is fully finished in a carpeted liner.

Drivetrain
Under the hood and trimmed in lavender is a 305ci V8 with a 4-barrel carburetor mated to a TH350 3-speed automatic transmission routing power to the 10 bolt rear axle. Power brakes, power steering, and air conditioning are all on board.    

Undercarriage
Clean and dry conditions are found underneath with dual exhaust running through FlowMaster mufflers and dumping under the car. The brake set up consists of power assisted disc in front and drums in the rear and suspension includes a Chevrolet S10 front clip with coil springs and leaf springs in the back.

Drive-Ability
It’s modified ’42 inside and out and the modern seats are a welcome upgrade and excellent place to pilot this highway star as we start up the 305, listen to the sweet exhaust note and roll this rod onto the test loop. No complaint here as the car moves out quickly, handles well, and stops as it should. We note the left turn signal not working and the brake lights work only when the headlights are on. All other functions operate as they should and we’re anxious to get this one on the showroom floor and on websites around the world. While Classic Auto Mall represents that these functions were working at the time of our test drive, we cannot guarantee these functions will be working at the time of your purchase. 

A wild color, right combo of old and new, A/C and a CD player, and just an overall nice build that will turn heads everywhere. If you’ve been looking for a rod, especially one with a back seat and trunk storage galore, this ’42 Special Deluxe should be in your sights.

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