1931 CHEVROLET LANDAU PHAETON "1 OF 30 KNOWN, RESTORED, GORGEOUS, WELL SORTED!!!

Chevrolet Other 1931 Description

THE CLASSIC CAR GALLERY

3266 POST RD

SOUTHPORT CT 06890

203 256 9800

CLASSICCARGALLERY.COM

1931 Chevrolet Landau Phaeton “Stunning Restoration! Great Running and Driving Prewar Chevy!”

VIN 2862524

The Classic Car Gallery is proud to present this beautifully restored 1931 Chevrolet Landau Phaeton. What ended up being a complete and period correct piece of American history began as a barn find in Westbrook Connecticut. Purchased in 2004 by the current owner no time was wasted in building what could possibly be one of the nicest 31 Chevy Landau Phaetons in the country. LESS THAN 30 OF THESE ARE KNOW TO STILL EXIST. A photo documented nut and bolt restoration was completed in 2007 and has been lovingly cared for ever since. All efforts were geared toward making this restoration period correct down to the finest detail including items such as the stitching patterns on the interior and engine part colors. Factory Chevrolet colors were used for the exterior Daphnis Green for the upper body and Black for the lower. The interior was completely reupholstered in cream leather and new black carpets were installed. New wood floors were fitted as well. The original dash was kept and it along with all of the gauges were refurbished. The original 194cid 6 cylinder has approximately 326 miles since full rebuild completed by John Craig at Vintage Engine Restoration in New Milford CT. According to the engine build sheet the following was completed:

Rebore and install cylinder sleeves

Finish bore to .030 over

Deck block and head

Re-babbit and machine connecting rods and main bearings rebuild cylinder head with new stainless valves guides and seats

Install upgraded oil pump

Replace timing gears

Reface cam lifters

Rebuild rocker arms

Install oil lines

All new gaskets throughout

In addition to the engine all major components were restored or replaced as well namely the following:

All four brakes rebuilt

New king pins fitted

Restored steering box

Resurfaced Flywheel

Install new clutch pack including clutch pressure plate and throwout bearing

Replace front inner and outer bearings

Replace front wheel seals

Replace front axle seals

Install new wire wheels

Install new point set plugs rotor and wires

Install new tank and filter

Install new battery

The top is new. and the top bows and mechanism was restored as well.

As can be seen no expense was spared and the car can be purchased at a fraction of its restoration cost. This must be one of the finest 31’s in the world and would make a great addition to any collection. Whether for show or go this may be a once in a lifetime to purchase a car of this rarity and calibre. Please feel free to call 203 256 9800 or email Steven@classiccargallery.com if we can answer any of your questions.