1930 Chevrolet Universal Series AD 2 Passenger Coupe

The big news at Chevrolet in 1929 was a new overhead-valve six-cylinder engine—the “Cast Iron Wonder” that would remain in production for 35 years. Chevy's fours were previously called “National”; the new sixes were given the appellation “International.” Although Ford's Model A, some $75 cheaper, outsold it, within two years the more sophisticated Chevrolet was out in front and stayed there, with few exceptions, for the rest of the century. Nineteen-thirty brought hydraulic shock absorbers, some minor changes to the windshield and instrument panel, plus yet another series name: Universal. There were ten body styles, priced from $495 to $685, nearly overlapping Ford territory.

The 1930 Universal Series AD 2 Passenger Coupe here is a running and driving example that has a well preserved core structure. It features its overhead valve 6-cylinder engine, 3 speed transmission, spoke wheels, rear mounted spare, luggage compartment, front visor, etc. The paint is older and is flaking off certain areas, the driver side glass is not intact, the body is all steel, the interior appears correct. The car runs and drives like a 1930 Chevrolet. It is a clean palette for any decision.