1937 Chevrolet Holden Australian Phaeton Project. Rare! NO RESERVE.

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1937 Chevrolet Holden Australian Phaeton Project. Rare! NO RESERVE. 1937 Chevrolet Holden-Bodied Australian Phaeton Project. NO RESERVE. Listed for the Ardie Overby estate. This is a rare opportunity for the right person to obtain one of the rarest Chevrolets produced during the 1930's. Just 285 of these Phaetons were built by the Holden company in Australia. Approximately 12 of these Phaetons remain in the world today. with most residing "Down Under. " This is a true Phaeton with no windows in the doors. There are provisions for snap-on side curtains. The car was intended as primarily a fair weather open touring car with convertible top. RIGHT HAND DRIVE. When acquired by the current owner the car was completely disassembled. The body was stripped to bare metal and by a local shop that was ready to begin the final body work when the owner passed away last spring. There is rust repair to be done. In the meantime. the original Chevrolet "Stovebolt 6" engine and transmission were professionally and completely rebuilt. The frame and chassis were fully restored with every part being rebuilt or replaced. New. correct Firestone wide whitewall tire were fitted to the powder coated primed wheels. Please see photos. The car includes everything shown in the photos. plus many other small parts. All of the unique "Holden-only" parts are there and everything else is stock 1937 Chevrolet with any needed parts easily obtainable from many sources. Only major items missing are the gauges. grille and bumpers. which are stock Chevrolet. Includes books. manuals and photos to aid in the restoration. Also included is a second rolling chassis for pre-fitting the body assembly. What you see is what you get. While there is work to be done. the results will be a highly desirable. very rare Chevrolet. I would suggest that you come to see it in-person to examine what is there and the high quality of the work that has been done. The owner was well known for his show-winning restorations and his plans for this car were the same. high standard. This project is being offered at NO RESERVE with an opening bid far less than what has been invested thus far. High bidder will own the car. When completed properly. this car should be valued near the $100. 00 range. Car is untitled will be sold with BILL OF SALE only. There is the original stamped number on the frame for titling and registration purposes. Note that car is not running and will require transport. Remember: you will receive TWO rolling chassis (1 restored) with your purchase. CAR IS LOCATED NEAR PORTLAND. nbsp;OREGON. WE WILL HAPILY SELL TO BIDDERS. WORLDWIDE. Thanks for looking. Winning bidder please contact us within 24 hours of auction close. A deposit of $2000 is due via PayPal at that time. Vehicle deposits are non-refundable. per PayPal and eBay policy. Balance due in certified U. S. funds via bank wire transfer within 7 days of auction close. We do not accept overseas bank drafts or cashier's checks. Vehicle has a clear title and is being sold by the owner. with our assistance. Please call David at 503-309-7729 between 9am and 9pm Pacific Time with any questions. Thank you. Shipping is the responsibility of the buyer and not included in the auction price. Vehicle must be picked up within 14 days of payment. unless other arrangements have been made. Note that vehicle will be shipping from the Portland. Oregon area with easy access to interstate highways (I-5: north-south. and I-84 east). We will gladly assist your carrier with loading. Please ask all questions before bidding. Your personal inspection is invited before the close of the auction. Only you know if the vehicle is right for you. All descriptions are based upon information provided by the seller and our own personal inspection of the vehicle. Obviously. with any collector vehicle there are internal areas that cannot be inspected. but description will be based upon the seller's representations and our observation of the vehicle. For that reason. the vehicle in this listing is being sold "as-is" with no warranties of any kind expressed or implied. Mileage listed is that showing on the odometer and unless otherwise noted. cannot be verified due to the age of the vehicle. By participating in this auction. the bidder agrees to these terms. Charvet Classic Cars assists sellers (all of whom are my personal friends) to find new appreciative homes for their special vehicles. I have been an eBay seller with 100% positive feedback since 1998. and involved with classic cars for many years. I like these cars as much as you do! If you e-mail or call with questions. you will receive my personal attention and knowledge to help you make an informed decision. Oregon dealer #DA4114. Thank you - David Charvet You may e-mail by asking a question through the eBay site. or call me at 503-309-7729 between 9am and 9pm Pacific Time.