1948 Chevrolet Fleetmaster
VIN LY132
What’s special about this listing
🏁 For Sale: Show-Stopping 1948 Convertible Street Rod – Supercharged 383 Stroker, Vintage Vibes & Modern Muscle 🏁
Video Walkaround: https://youtu.be/9O6RUiUuvBM
This custom 1948 convertible is a head-turning, pro-built street rod with a killer stance, bold paint, and serious performance. With over 20 years of documented build history and a fresh powertrain, this car blends classic 1940s lines with modern tech and drivability.
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🔧 Performance Highlights:
• New 383 Stroker engine with Holley Sniper EFI
• Edelbrock E-Force Supercharger for big power and throttle response
• Turbo 400 transmission w/ Lokar shifter
• Hugger headers feeding a custom dual exhaust
• Aluminum radiator keeps things cool even in traffic
• 9” Lincoln rear end (2.86 gears) for smooth highway cruising
• Mustang II front end for modern ride and handling
• 4-wheel power disc brakes with chrome master & booster
• Power rack & pinion steering
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🛠️ Custom Features & Comfort:
• Flaming River billet steering column
• Dakota Digital gauges
• Vintage Air heat & A/C system
• Kenwood touchscreen stereo w/ Bluetooth & backup cam
• Power canvas convertible top
• Power door locks
• Custom undercar lighting
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🎨 Styling & Interior:
• Striking "Hawaiian Orchid" custom paint
• Unique flame pinstriping & detailing
• 3” chopped and channeled bodywork
• Frenched headlights, taillights, handles, and trunk lid
• Chrome bumpers & custom billet fuel door
• Grey tweed interior – clean, classic, and comfortable
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🛠️ Notes:
• Vehicle currently rides on coilovers that may require rebuild or replacement
• Includes comprehensive build documentation going back 20+ years
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This '48 is more than a cruiser—it’s a conversation piece with real performance. Whether you’re hitting shows, carving up the boulevard, or adding to a collection, this car delivers.
Serious inquiries only. No trades. Clear title in hand.
Specs
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- Year
- 1948
- Make
- Chevrolet
- Model Family
- Fleetmaster
- Model Generation
- -
- Model Variant
- -
- Model Trim
- -
- VIN
- LY132
- Mileage
- 1,600 mi TMU
- Originality
- Custom
- Engine
- 216ci L6 (85hp)
- Transmission
- Automatic
- Drive Type
- Rear Wheel Drive (RWD)
- Vehicle Type
- Automobile
- Body Style
- Convertible
- Driver Side
- LHD
- Doors
- 2 Doors
- Color Group (Ext)
- Purple
- Color Group (Int)
- Gray
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