Not softskin as such: a 1940 Chev sedan question

[Mike K]

Originally Posted by Matt Austin

Just out of curiosity, folks, how common are these cars today? I've seen Rick's example, another in all-over khaki, and a handful in civilian trim. I haven had a great deal of luck in finding out much about them generally, although I have managed to pick up a couples of manuals.

A couple of friends own '39 examples, so I imagine the same positives and negatives apply. Are engines and parts available? Do people have any advice that you may like to share? It's a learning experience for me. I have access to comprehensive vintage aviation restoration facilities, so the tin work is under control.

There are some great pics on the Australian War Memorial site, and these have given me a few ideas.

Cheers,
Matt

Matt

The treasurer of the MV club down here (VMVC) has had one for sale for many years , he did some restoration work on it and he's trying to get his money back .

They are reasonably common. I've seen a few around but how many of them are military ?

Being a Chev , parts are no problem .