1948 Chevrolet Fleetmaster

216.5ci Inline 6-Cylinder Engine
Single Downdraft Carburetor
90bhp at 3300rpm
3-Speed Manual Transmission, Rear Wheel Drive
Front Independent Coil Suspension, Rear Semi-Elliptical Leaf Springs
Hydraulic Drum Brakes

Exquisite workmanship
Believed one of less than 100 existing today
Beautifully restored with minimal mileage
Excellent condition throughout

This spectacular Fleet master Woodie represents one of the last of the bloodline of wooden bodied cars built in the United States. Chevrolet produced 10,171 of these automobiles, but largely due to the extreme maintenance and labor required to upkeep the superb craftsmanship of the light ash frame and contrasting mahogany panels, it is believed by the National Woodie Club that there are fewer than 100 of these 1948 Fleet masters in existence today. This example is in pristine condition.
These four door, six passenger wagons were the elite of Chevrolet line. The automaker halted production during the war and immediately afterwards, partly due to a shortage of steel and a burgeoning market for something distinct and more sophisticated, the Woodie was born and clothed in rich wood, making it both popular, expensive (base price $2,013) and exceptionally difficult to maintain.
Unquestionably beautiful from the outside, it is arguably the interior of this car that begs true appreciation. The exquisite burlwood dash, superb chrome trim, period-distinct knobs and dials are all set against the wood paneling of the doors and the vaulted wooden roof, which casts a subtle light into the car, exuding luxury and sophistication. Oftentimes some or most of the seats of these vehicles were removed to facilitate cargo. This Woodie offers, interior heat and directional signals, which facilitate modern driving.
This Woodie is the renaissance car a fabulous contemporary driver, a souvenir of the craftsmanship of a bygone era, and a valuable addition to any collection.

Its hard not to picture a Woodie Wagon parked on a sun-drenched beach, surfboards strapped to the roof, and the Beach Boys harmonious tunes playing in the background. These wood-paneled station wagons were more than just a mode of transportation; they were a lifestyle statement. The Beach Boys immortalized them in songs like Surfin USA, capturing the essence of freedom, adventure, and the endless summer.