26 hp, 171 cu. in. overhead valve four-cylinder engine, three-speed manual transmission, semi-elliptic rear springs, 11-inch rear-wheel brakes. Wheelbase: 103"

- Older restoration with lovely patina

- Same ownership since 1972

The Series K Superior Touring, such as this one, cost $525, versus a mere $290 for a Ford Model T. To counter the difference in price, Chevrolet promoted the idea that its cars really were "Superior." The cost included an electric starter and wood-spoke wheels. Bumpers, though, were optional. Touring cars and roadsters also wore wood-spoke wheels. The new Chevy still rode on a 103-inch wheelbase but was now powered by an improved powerplant. The Chevrolet 171-cubic inch four-cylinder engine featured overhead valves and produced 26 horsepower, while the Model T's L-head four was rated at 20 horsepower. Chevy had a conventional three-speed manual transmission but updated with a new single dry plate clutch replacing the old cone clutch style. On the other hand, Ford clung to the two-speed planetary gearbox used in Model Ts since 1908.

This example of Chevrolet's Series K Superior Touring was purchased by the current owner’s husband in 1972 and has been in single-family ownership ever since. It was restored sometime in the mid-1970s. In 1976 it reportedly won a national award. For the next few decades this wonderful car and its owner were a mainstay in the Antique Car Club of Maryland, and it was used frequently for local parades, weddings and other events. The owner reports that this car has always been well maintained, stored and serviced when needed, and while it now shows a little wear, the condition is ideal for those enthusiasts who want a usable collector car with a lovely patina. Included in the sale are a selection of spare parts and a photocopy of the original service manual.

Finished in dark blue with black interior, this fun and very usable early Chevrolet would complement any collection of early prewar cars and could be driven as is or completely restored back to show-quality condition.