1948 Chevrolet Other

Chopped Nose Coupe

8

Automatic

6FJK10963

Clear

Gasoline

Photo Viewer 1948 Chevrolet Custom Dick Dean Lead Sled Chopped Nosed Decked V8 Auto Rust Free 1948 CHEVY CUSTOM DICK DEAN LEAD SLED CHOPPED NOSED DECKED V8 AUTO RUST FREE VIEW OTHER AUCTIONS ASK SELLER QUESTION Vital Information Year Make ModelMileage Engine Exterior Interior Stock# VIN 1948 Chevrolet Custom Dick Dean Lead Sled Chopped Nosed Decked V8 Auto Rust Free 92,446 GM 5.0L 305ci Late Model V8Semi Gloss Black Black #K10963 6FJK10963 View All Photos Description 1948 Chevrolet Custom Dick Dean Lead Sled Chopped Nosed Decked V8 Auto Rust Free STELLAR AUTOPLEX IS PLEASED TO BRING YOU THIS RARE DICK DEAN FULL CUSTOM 1948 CHEVROLET STYLE MASTER LEAD SLED COUPE. THIS IS A ONE OF A KIND CHEVY THAT WAS CUSTOMIZED BY ONE OF THE BIGGEST LEGENDS IN THE BUSINESS. THIS IS A VERY WELL THOUGHT OUT PERIOD CORRECT CUSTOM CAR. THIS IS A RARE OPPORTUNITY TO OWN A QUALITY PIECE OF HOT ROD HISTORY. PLEASE MAKE SURE YOUR FINANCIAL SITUATION ALLOWS YOU TO BID AND REMEMBER BID TO WIN. ATTENTION EBAY BUYERS WE HAVE TAKEN STEPS TO ENSURE THAT THE AUCTION YOU ARE BIDDING ON IS SAFE SECURE. IF YOU ARE NOT A PAYPAL VERIFIED ACCOUNT HOLDER YOU WILL NOT BE ABLE TO BID ON OUR AUCTION. YOU CAN CALL US AT 480.785.0058 TO ASK FOR HELP IF YOUR ARE EXPERIENCING PROBLEMS BIDDING. THIS CHANGE WILL HELP ENSURE THE INTEGRITY OF OUR AUCTIONS AND SHOULD MAKE OUR SERIOUS BUYERS MORE COMFORTABLE. PLEASE RESPECT THAT WE EARN OUR LIVING OFFERING THE EBAY COMMUNITY THE BEST VEHICLES POSSIBLE. DICK DEAN WAS ONE OF THE MOST TALENTED BUILDERS IN THE BUSINESS. HE SHARED THE SPOT LIGHT WITH MANY BUILDERS OF THE YEARS INCLUDING GEORGE BARRIS, DEAN JEFFERIES, GENE WINFIELD, BILL HINES, DARRYL STARBIRD, NORM GRABOWSKI, LARRY WATSON AND THE ALEXANDER BROTHERS. DICK WAS KNOWN AS THE "SULTAN OF CHOP" AND WAS THE MOST FAMOUS "GHOST BUILDER" OF THE TIME. HE WAS CALLED A GHOST BUILDER BECAUSE AFTER HE MOVED TO CALIFORNIA HE DID NOT HAVE HIS OWN SHOP. DICK WAS BORN IN 1933 IN WYANDOTTE MICHIGAN. HE STARTED BUILDING CARS AT HIS FIRST SHOP IN MICHIGAN NAMED SOUTH END KUSTOMS. HE WAS NOTICED BY BARRIS AND JEFFRIES AT THE 1959 DETRIOT AUTORAMA WERE HE WAS SHOWING THE 57 FORD HARDTOP HE BUILT NAMED "ORANGE PEEL". GEORGE BARRIS WAS SO EMPRESSED WITH THE CAR THAT HE OFFERED DICK A JOB IN CALIFORNIA. DICK MOVED TO THE WEST COAST AND WORKED FOR BARRIS FOR A FEW YEARS AS THEY BUILT THE "ALA KART" AND THE "GOLDEN SAHARA". HE THEN DID SOME PROTOTYPE WORK FOR JACK RYAN ON A MERCEDES STYLED PROJECT. AFTER THAT HE WENT TO WORK FOR DEAN JEFFERIES AND BUILT THE "GREEN HORNET", "MONKEY MOBILE" AND "MANTA RAY". AFTER A FEW YEARS HE WENT BACK TO WORK WITH BARRIS AND THEY BUILT THE "BATMOBILE", "MUNSTER KOACH" AND "GRAMPA'S DRAGULA". HE ALSO HELPED DESIGN THE "MANX" DUNE BUGGY, "BRICKLIN" SPORTS CAR, JAMES BOND OCTOPUSSY PLANE AND JURASSIC PARK SUV'S. IN 2003 HE STARED IN AN EPISODE OF JESSE JAMES MONSTER GARAGE THAT SHOWED HIS TALENTS ALONG WITH BILL, GENE AND NORM. HE WAS INDUCTED INTO THE STARBIRD HALL OF FAME IN 2009. DICK DEAN HAS CHOPPED OVER A 1,000 CARS IN HIS CAREER. THIS CAR IS FULLY DOCUMENTED AND WE HAVE A LETTER OF AUTHENTICITY FROM THE DICK DEAN FAMILY ARCHIVES WITH A PICTURE OF THE CAR WHEN IT WAS FINISHED AT HIS SHOP PROVING THE WORK WAS PERFORMED BY DICK DEAN (see pics). DICK DEAN PASSED AWAY IN 2008 SO THIS IS AN EXTREMELY RARE OPPORTUNITY TO OWN ONE OF HIS HAND BUILT CREATIONS. THIS CHEVROLET WAS PURCHASED FROM A PRIVATE OWNER IN LAKE HAVASU CITY ARIZONA. THE OWNER WE PURCHASED IT FROM WAS THE ORIGINAL BUILDER OF THE CAR. THE CAR STARTED WITH A SOLID CALIFORNIA RUST FREE CAR. THE OWNER CONTACTED DICK DEAN TO DO THE CHOP, TRIM, LIGHTS, SHAVING AND THE PAINT JOB. THE BODY WORK AND PAINT WERE COMPLETED IN 2001. THE CAR WAS SWITCHED TO FROM A 6 CYLINDER TO A V8 IN 2008. THE COMPLETE INTERIOR OF THE CAR WAS REPLACED IN 2012. THE ODOMETER SHOWS 92,446 MILES BUT WE DO NOT KNOW THE ACTUAL MILEAGE OF THE CAR. THE SPEEDOMETER AND ODOMETER ARE NOT IN WORKING CONDITION. THE CAR SHOWS ABSOLUTELY NO ACCIDENT DAMAGE AND HAS A CLEAN AND CLEAR ARIZONA TITLE WITH NO LIENS. THE TITLE SHOWS A FACTORY 1948 CHEVROLET VIN NUMBER AND THE CAR IS REGISTERED AS A 1948 CHEVROLET. THIS CHEVY IS OUTFITTED WITH AN UPGRADED LATE MODEL GM 5.0L 305ci SMALL BLOCK V8 POWERPLANT BACKED BY A GM TURBO 350 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION WITH A LOKAR SHIFTER. THE ENGINE CASTING CODE IS 14093627 WHICH DECODES FOR A 1988-1994 5.0L V8. THE ENGINE FEATURES FINNED ALUMINUM VALVE COVERS, EDELBROCK PERFORMER ALUMINUM INTAKE MANIFOLD, EDELBROCK 650cfm CARBURETOR, FINNED ALUMINUM AIR CLEANER, HEI IGNITION/DISTRIBUTOR, MSD STREET FIGHTER PERFORMANCE PLUG WIRES, ELECTRIC FUEL PUMP, POLISHED STAINLESS STEEL HEADERS, CUSTOM DUAL EXHAUST AND A SET OF GLASS PACK MUFFLERS. THIS CAR SOUNDS CLEAN AND HAS A NICE TONE. KEEPING THIS CHEVY RUNNING COOL IS HANDLED BY THE CUSTOM POLISHED ALUMINUM GRIFFIN RADIATOR WITH A MANUAL COOLING FAN. THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT IS VERY CLEAN AND SHOWS NO UNNECESSARY WIRING MESS. THE CAR HAS THE ORIGINAL FACTORY FRAME WHICH HAS NEVER BEEN CUT. THE ONLY FRAME MODIFICATION HAS BEEN TO THE TRANSMISSION CROSSMEMBER TO FIT THE LATE MODEL REPLACEMENT TRANSMISSION. THE FRONT/REAR SUSPENSION IS STOCK. THE CAR HAS BEEN LOWERED. THE FRONT SPRINGS HAVE BEEN CUT AND THE REAR LEAF SPRINGS HAVE A LOWERING BLOCK INSTALLED. THE CHASSIS INCLUDES FACTORY MANUAL STEERING, FRONT SWAY BAR, FRONT/REAR SHOCKS AND THE FACTORY REAR END. THE CAR HAS UPGRADED FRONT DISC BRAKES. THE CHASSIS IS CLEAN AND SHOWS NO HEAVY RUST. THE ORIGINAL STEERING BOX IS A LITTLE LOOSE SO THE STEERING WHEEL HAS SOME EXTRA PLAY. THE CAR STARTS, RUNS, SHIFTS AND DRIVES EXCELLENT WITH NO CONCERNS. THE EXTERIOR FEATURES PLENTY OF DICK DEAN MODIFICATIONS INCLUDING THE CHOPPED TOP, SHAVED HEADLAMP BEZELS, SHAVED "NOSED" HOOD, SHAVED TRIM, SHAVED DOOR HANDLES, SHAVED FUEL FILLER, SHAVED "DECKED" DECK LID, CUSTOM CHROME SIDE MIRRORS, CHROME TAIL LAMPS, COLOR MATCHED GRILLE, COLOR MATCHED BUMPERS, FACTORY LICENSE PLATE HOLDER AND A PAIR OF CHROME DUAL EXHAUST TIPS. THE BODY IS ALL STEEL AND THE ONLY AREA WE CAN SEE THAT HAS BEEN REPLACED OR REPAIRED ARE THE OUTER ROCKER PANELS. IT APPEARS THAT BOTH THE DRIVER/PASS ROCKER PANELS WERE REPLACED WHEN THE CAR WAS BUILT. ALL OF THE BODY WORK WAS DONE BY DICK DEAN AND THE CAR WAS BLOCKED SMOOTH BEFORE IT WAS PAINTED. THIS IS A VERY STRAIGHT CAR WITH NO MAJOR DISAPPOINTMENTS. THE EXTERIOR OF THIS CHEVY IS FINISHED IN SEMI GLOSS BLACK. THE CAR HAS BEEN HAND PINSTRIPED WITH A TWO TONE BEIGE/CREAM PERIOD CORRECT PINSTRIP JOB. THE CAR HAS BEEN FULLY DETAILED AND BUFFED. THE BODY IS IN GREAT CONDITION SHOWING NO LARGE DAMAGE. DUE TO AGE THE CAR DOES SHOW SOME MISC PAINT CHIPS, MISC FILLER CRACKS AND MISC LIGHT SCRATCHES. REST ASSURED NOTHING TAKES AWAY FROM THE OVERALL BEAUTY OF THIS RARE CLASSIC. THIS CHEVY HAS BEEN OUTFITTED WITH A SET OF 15 INCH STEEL WHEELS. THE FRONT WHEELS FEATURE CHROME CADILLAC HUB CAPS AND THE REAR WHEELS HAVE SMOOTH CHROME HUBCAPS. THE WHEELS ARE WRAPPED A SET OF COKER CLASSIC G78-15 3 1/4 INCH WIDE WHITEWALL BIAS-PLY TIRES. THE TIRES ARE BRAND NEW AND SHOW 100% TREAD LIFE LEFT. THE INTERIOR WAS JUST COMPLETELY REPLACED AND FEATURES SOME GREAT OPTIONS INCLUDING THE NEW PERIOD CORRECT BLACK VINYL SEATING PACKAGE, 1957 BLACK FABRIC W/ GOLD TWILL SEAT INSERTS, MATCHING CUSTOM DOOR PANLES, MATCHING KICK PANELS, MATCHING HEADLINER, MATCHING REAR PACKAGE TRAY, FACTORY FRONT BENCH SEAT, FACTORY STEERING COLUMN, FACTORY STEERING WHEEL, CUSTOM HORN BUTTON, CHROME TURN SIGNAL ASSEMBLY, FACTORY DASH, GUIDE TRAFFIC LIGHT VIEWER, FACTORY GAUGES, CUSTOM DASH KNOBS, CIGARETTE LIGHTER, COMPLETE REPLACEMENT CUSTOM WIRE HARNESS KIT, CHROME OIL/BATT/TEMP ANALOG GAUGES, CUSTOM GAS PEDAL, LOKAR SHIFTER, BRAND NEW WINDOW CRANKS, BRAND NEW DOOR HANDLES AND EDGE BOUND OPEN LOOP CARPET. THIS CAR IS OUTFITTED WITH A CUSTOM CLARION PRO AUDIO AM/FM/CD AUDIO SYSTEM WITH 4 SPEAKERS HIDDEN BEHIND THE CLOTH AREAS OF THE FRONT DOOR PANELS AND THE REAR SAIL PANELS. THE AUDIO SYSTEM IS COMPLETELY HIDDEN AWAY AND SOUNDS GREAT. THE PERIOD CORRECT INTERIOR LOOKS AMAZING. THE INTERIOR SHOWS NO LARGE DAMAGE OR SIGNS OF ABUSE AND IS IN EXCELLENT CONDITION. THE TRUNK OF THIS CHEVY HAS RECIEVED THE CUSTOM TREATMENT AS WELL. THE TRUNK FEATURES A FULL EDGE BOUND OPEN LOOP CARPET PACKAGE WITH MATCHING CLOTH INSERTS. THE TRUNK FEATURES THE RELOCTED FUEL FILLER AND THE HIDDEN COMPARTMENT THAT HOLDS THE RELOCATED BATTERY. THE TRUNK FININSHES SHOW NO LARGE DAMAGE OR SIGNS OF ABUSE AND IS IN EXCELLENT CONDITION WITH NO DISAPPOINTMENTS. WE HAVE EXTENSIVELY PHOTOGRAPHED THE CAR WITH OVER 450 PHOTOS SO THAT YOU CAN SEE IT'S TRUE CONDITION. WE HAVE ONE KEY, RADIO FACEPLATE AND THE LETTER OF AUTHENTICITY FROM THE DICK DEAN FAMILY ARCHIVES. REMEMBER THE DISSATISFACTION OF A POOR QUALITY CLASSIC CAR WILL LAST LONGER THAN THE SATISFACTION OF A LOW PRICE DEAL. THIS AMERICAN CLASSIC IS READY TO ENJOY. DON'T MISS YOUR OPPORTUNITY TO OWN THIS RARE DICK DEAN FULL CUSTOM 1948 CHEVROLET STYLE MASTER LEAD SLED COUPE. YOU WILL NOT BE DISAPPOINTED. THIS CHEVY WILL BE SOLD AS-IS, WHERE-IS WITH NO IMPLIED WARRANTY. IF YOU HAVE ANY FURTHER QUESTIONS ABOUT PURCHASING, PLEASE FEEL FREE TO EMAIL OR CALL US. YOU CAN CONTACT US AT 480.785.0058 TO INQUIRE. MONDAY-FRIDAY 10-6, SAT BY APPOINTMENT, SUN CLOSED. THANKS FOR YOUR INTEREST. MAKE IT A GREAT DAY. Contact Us Dealer Contact Stellar Autoplex Justin Umbs jumbs@stellarautoplex.com 480.785.0058 Ask Dealer A Question If you have a question, please call or complete the form below for a quick response. Name Email Phone Question(s) Secure Online Credit Application Applying for a vehicle loan online is one of the quickest and easiest application methods. Our secure online application form is easy to complete, all you need are a few personal and employment details. Get started now. Below are a few of the other vehicles currently available from Stellar Autoplex Stellar Autoplex was founded on a simple motto "Today's modern dealership offering customer service of the past". In today's day and age sometimes the most important things are overlooked. Many dealers offer inventory for sale but often overlook the customer relationship. We want to have a relationship with all of our customers to insure that you feel comfortable with your purchase. Stellar Autoplex prides itself on the ability to find one of a kind inventory that is in excellent condition. We do not buy whatever gets in our way. We hand select our vehicles one by one. Our president Justin Umbs has 20 years of experience in the auto retail industry. Justin is also a serious car collector and knows the difference between what is right and wrong. Justin has won multiple awards and has had many of his projects featured in national Magazines. Justin is an avid drag racer currently running a nostalgic 1955 Chevrolet Gasser wagon named "Sneaky Tiki". Stellar Autoplex is 100% committed to helping our buyers through all aspects of their transaction. We accurately describe our inventory and provide extensive photos to ensure your confidence. All of our vehicles receive a pre-delivery inspection to make sure that your new vehicle is in excellent mechanical condition. We cannot wait to make your vehicle buying experience a satisfying one. You can contact our staff at 480.785.0058. Monday-Friday 10-6, Saturday by appointment and Sunday we are closed. Thank you for the opportunity to earn your business. Make it a great day. ATTENTION BUYERS Stellar Autoplex reserves the right to end this listing/auction/advertising at anytime. All vehicles are advertised and for sale in our local Arizona market. There are 400 additional miles that may be added to the vehicle due to showings and organizing transportation. Your bid constitutes a legally binding contract. Please do not bid if you're not seriously interested or financially able to purchase this vehicle. The following terms of sale apply to all of our vehicle sales. Payment Methods CASHIERS CHECK, CASH (In Person), CERTIFIED BANK CHECK, BANK TRANSFER, 3RD PARTY FINANCING all funds must be in US dollars only. Please be sure to have full payment and/or approved financing in place before making your final bid. After the sale is final we will hold the title for 15 days unless balance is paid in full with cash (in person) or bank transfer. Call us at 480.785.0058 for more information. Financing Ebay buyers looking to secure financing on a vehicle can visit our website to apply for credit using our secure online credit application. We regularly work with buyers and their financial institution to help coordinate a smooth transaction. Deposit The successful high bidder will submit a deposit within 24 hours of the close of the auction to secure the vehicle. We accept Paypal, bank transfer, cash (in person) or overnight certified check for the deposit. Payment of Balance Due The buyer agrees to pay remaining balance due (plus applicable fees and taxes) within 7 days of the close of the auction. All financial transactions must be completed before delivery of the vehicle. Final payment must be made with certified funds such as a CASHIERS CHECK, CERTIFIED BANK CHECK, BANK TRANSFER, or CASH (in person). Additional Fees and Taxes All local Arizona buyers are subject to all state, county, city taxes and fees, as well as title/registration fees in Arizona. All out of state buyers are responsible for all state, county, city taxes and fees, as well as title/registration fees in the state that the vehicle will be registered. There is a $399.00 non-refundable dealer documentation fee. If you are a bidder and back out of a purchase after you have won the auction you will be charged the $399.00 doc fee. WINNING AN ONLINE AUCTION IS NOT A MISTAKE IT IS A PURCHASE. IF A BUYER DOES NOT WANT THE VEHICLE DUE TO A MISTAKE ON THEIR PART THERE WILL BE A NON-REFUNDABLE $399.00 CHARGE. PLEASE BE CARFULL WHEN BIDDING AS THESE MISTAKES COST THE BUYER AND SELLER MONEY, TIME, AND POTENTIAL EBAY CUSTOMERS. Airport Transportation Stellar Autoplex offers free Airport pickup service to all of our out of state buyers flying into Phoenix International Airport (Sky Harbor) (PHX) or Williams Gateway (WILLY). Please give us your flight schedule and we will have a driver waiting to pick you up curbside. Shipping The buyer is responsible for all shipping charges. Stellar Autoplex can help arrange shipping but we will not be held responsible for time delays in transportation or damages to a vehicle incurred after leaving our premises. If the vehicle is going to be shipped, full payment must be received before the vehicle is delivered to the shipping company. Call us at 480.785.0058 for more information. Buyer's Inspection Every effort has been made to accurately and fairly describe this vehicle to you. Stellar Autoplex has tried to disclose all information known about this vehicle for auction. Please be advised that used vehicles will have typical scratches and dings inherent for their year and mechanical parts are subject to fail. Stellar Autoplex welcomes and recommends a buyer's inspection. If you plan to have a buyers inspection, please make sure you inspect the vehicle prior to the auction ending. Buyer is responsible for any inspection charges and fees. Warranty Auction Vehicles are pre-owned and are sold in "AS-IS" condition with "No Implied Warranty". However, some vehicles may still be covered by their original manufacturer Factory warranty. Unless otherwise stated in the vehicle description, this vehicle is being sold "AS-IS". No representations or warranties are made by seller, nor are any representations or warranties relied upon by bidders in making bids. Manufacturer's warranties may still apply. Extended warranties may be available; please contact us for details. Bid Retractions Bid retractions are not allowed nor will be recognized within 24 hours of auctions end. Seller will not be obligated to sell the vehicle in the event of a late or last minute retraction. In the event of a bid retraction within the last 24 hours of auction we reserve the right to cancel the auction and relist the vehicle to maintain the integrity of the auction process. Blocked Bidders Stellar Autoplex has taken the following steps to ensure the integrity of the auction process. We do not allow bidding from negative feedback bidders or any bidders that are not Paypal verified. New bidders with zero feedback must contact before bidding. If you are having problems bidding and cannot figure out what is wrong please email or call us at 480.785.0058 prior to bidding. Successful Bidder The winning bidder will be contacted via email after the auction closes or he/she must contact Stellar Autoplex within 24 hours to proceed with payment and delivery arrangements. Non-Paying Bidder If the deposit is not received within 24 hours of the close of auction or if the balance is not paid in full within 7 days following the close of auction, we reserve the right to re-list the vehicle or sell the vehicle to the next highest bidder or another qualified buyer. Ad created by eCarList.com. Call 214-722-8200 to find out how eCarList can service your dealership.