Photo: Bogdan Popa/autoevolution/eBay seller ironmanautoparts
Chevrolet's full-size lineup put the GM brand back on the map, helping the carmaker regain the leading post in a market dominated by Ford.
Bel Air and Impala spearheaded Chevrolet's push in the late '50s, but the company also offered several other models that more or less brought home the bacon.
The Delray is a model whose legacy is almost forgotten, especially because Chevrolet only produced it between 1954 and 1958. It wasn't the company's most successful model, being offered as a two-door or four-door sedan and two-door sedan delivery.
A 1958 Delray recently landed on eBay with an intriguing offering for someone interested in restoring a rare car. 1958 was the last year for the Delray, and although I couldn't find any production figures, eBay seller ironmanautoparts says Chevrolet built only 7,466 units. Their example is one of the latest alive today, as most Delrays have already bit the dust.
This sedan delivery was recently pulled from storage. It was parked on the side of the road in the late '80s, so it's been sitting for approximately four decades. It flexes the typical project car shape, requiring the usual metal work, including on the floors and the rockers. The roof also exhibits rust damage, especially on the passenger side, but it's unclear if the vehicle has been sleeping outside under the clear rust.
It's unclear if the Delray is complete, but you must inspect this part thoroughly before committing to a purchase. A 1958 Delray with missing parts could be a challenging project, especially because it's a rare model. Finding the missing components isn't as easy as it sounds, so retaining the original factor is nearly impossible if the car isn't complete.
The engine under the hood is as mysterious as possible. The owner says the original mill is no longer in the car, so in charge of putting the wheels in motion is an engine donated by another Chevrolet produced in the '60s or the '70s. It's unclear if it's working, as the owner says its condition is unknown. They haven't looked under the hood after pulling the car from storage, so bring a good mechanic and inspect everything thoroughly before committing to a purchase.
The car won't sell cheaply, despite the rough shape. The owner expects to get at least $5,500 for their Delray, but the good news is that a reserve is not in place. It means the vehicle only needs a single bid before leaving for a new home, so fingers crossed for someone to come across this rare model in the five days remaining until the auction ends.
If you want to see it in person, you must go to Mertztown, Pennsylvania, where the Delray is currently awaiting the end of the auction.
The Delray is a model whose legacy is almost forgotten, especially because Chevrolet only produced it between 1954 and 1958. It wasn't the company's most successful model, being offered as a two-door or four-door sedan and two-door sedan delivery.
A 1958 Delray recently landed on eBay with an intriguing offering for someone interested in restoring a rare car. 1958 was the last year for the Delray, and although I couldn't find any production figures, eBay seller ironmanautoparts says Chevrolet built only 7,466 units. Their example is one of the latest alive today, as most Delrays have already bit the dust.
This sedan delivery was recently pulled from storage. It was parked on the side of the road in the late '80s, so it's been sitting for approximately four decades. It flexes the typical project car shape, requiring the usual metal work, including on the floors and the rockers. The roof also exhibits rust damage, especially on the passenger side, but it's unclear if the vehicle has been sleeping outside under the clear rust.
It's unclear if the Delray is complete, but you must inspect this part thoroughly before committing to a purchase. A 1958 Delray with missing parts could be a challenging project, especially because it's a rare model. Finding the missing components isn't as easy as it sounds, so retaining the original factor is nearly impossible if the car isn't complete.
The engine under the hood is as mysterious as possible. The owner says the original mill is no longer in the car, so in charge of putting the wheels in motion is an engine donated by another Chevrolet produced in the '60s or the '70s. It's unclear if it's working, as the owner says its condition is unknown. They haven't looked under the hood after pulling the car from storage, so bring a good mechanic and inspect everything thoroughly before committing to a purchase.
The car won't sell cheaply, despite the rough shape. The owner expects to get at least $5,500 for their Delray, but the good news is that a reserve is not in place. It means the vehicle only needs a single bid before leaving for a new home, so fingers crossed for someone to come across this rare model in the five days remaining until the auction ends.
If you want to see it in person, you must go to Mertztown, Pennsylvania, where the Delray is currently awaiting the end of the auction.
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