A restored steel-bodied “tin woody” that captures the woodgrain-era look without a structural timber body. The column-shift manual and 216ci six preserve the early-1950s driving experience.
Classic · Manual · Restored · Rare Spec
1951 Chevrolet Styleline Deluxe Tin Woody Wagon
A restored steel-bodied “tin woody” that captures the woodgrain-era look without a structural timber body. The column-shift manual and 216ci six preserve the early-1950s driving experience.
Source review: September 25, 2026. Listing-page text was retrieved. No independently verified new sold/ended result was established in this review; preserve the previous dated status. Retrieved content may be a cached snapshot. The last confirmed observation date is unchanged; this is not direct seller confirmation. Recorded source
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Source checked September 21, 2026Fast, fact-backed context
Listing facts and simple derived context only. No proprietary score.
Why it is curatedTIN WOODY · 3-SPEED
SignalClassicSignalManualSignalRestoredSignalRare Spec
Method: model-year age uses 2026 minus model year. Mileage pace is shown only when the listing supplies mileage not qualified as shown, non-actual or unknown. Always verify the original listing and vehicle.
Listing-backed facts
| Data point | This car | What it tells you | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Asking price | $59,990 | Advertised asking price; verify fees and current availability. | OldCarOnline ↗ |
| Mileage | 17,533 miles shown | Shown as described by the seller; lifetime mileage is not established. | OldCarOnline ↗ |
| Location | Benicia, California | Use location to plan an independent inspection, title work and transport. | OldCarOnline ↗ |
| Listed specification | 216ci inline-six · 3-speed column-shift manual · Stock B11624 | Seller-listed facts that should be checked against the car and documents. | OldCarOnline ↗ |
| Curation signals | Classic, Manual, Restored, Rare Spec | Listing-backed attributes used for editorial selection—not a score. | OldCarOnline ↗ |
Potential model issues to inspect
These are documented model, platform or age-related inspection priorities—not a claim that this specific vehicle has each problem. “Not stated” means the listing does not establish that the item has been addressed.
| Issue / inspection priority | Evidence source | Evidence for this car |
|---|---|---|
| Floor, rocker and mount corrosion1949–54 Chevrolet buyers emphasize floors, rockers and mounting areas. Inspect the underside and any seams hidden by trim or undercoating. | H.A.M.B. buyer discussion ↗ | Restored condition is advertised; repair quality unverified |
| Hydraulic brake leaksOwners document wheel-cylinder and hydraulic leaks on these cars. Inspect every cylinder, hose and line and test for a firm, repeatable pedal. | ChevyTalk brake discussion ↗ | No brake invoices reproduced |
| Restoration and title documentationVerify the serial number against the title and request receipts and photographs for paint, body, woodgrain, interior and drivetrain work. | Original listing ↗ | Restoration is described but not independently authenticated |
Who should shortlist it
A collector seeking a visually distinctive, largely period-style family wagon and willing to verify the quality of an older restoration.
What Waghoon could not verify
Treat the odometer as miles shown. Obtain restoration invoices and photographs and verify identity, braking, rust repair and the condition of the decorative woodgrain finish. Waghoon has not independently inspected this vehicle. Confirm current availability and arrange an independent pre-purchase inspection before money changes hands.
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