A cleanly presented mid-century Chevrolet family wagon with the 235ci six, automatic transmission and period-correct visual character. It is a more attainable alternative to the better-known Tri-Five wagons.
Classic · Family Hauler · Rare Spec · Provenance
1954 Chevrolet 210 Station Wagon
A cleanly presented mid-century Chevrolet family wagon with the 235ci six, automatic transmission and period-correct visual character. It is a more attainable alternative to the better-known Tri-Five wagons.
Source review: September 25, 2026. The Garage Kept Motors sitemap retains this 1954 Chevrolet under inventory, and seller-syndicated records match chassis B54L049602. No sold notice was obtained; pricing differs across snapshots. The last confirmed observation date is unchanged; this is not direct seller confirmation. Recorded source · Supporting listing
Waghoon data snapshot
Source checked September 21, 2026Fast, fact-backed context
Listing facts and simple derived context only. No proprietary score.
Why it is curated235 SIX · HORIZON BLUE
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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 | $33,900 | Advertised asking price; verify fees and current availability. | Garage Kept Motors ↗ |
| Mileage | 8,044 miles shown | Shown as described by the seller; lifetime mileage is not established. | Garage Kept Motors ↗ |
| Location | Grand Rapids, Michigan | Use location to plan an independent inspection, title work and transport. | Garage Kept Motors ↗ |
| Listed specification | 235ci inline-six · Automatic transmission · Horizon Blue · Stock 26146 | Seller-listed facts that should be checked against the car and documents. | Garage Kept Motors ↗ |
| Curation signals | Classic, Family Hauler, Rare Spec, Provenance | Listing-backed attributes used for editorial selection—not a score. | Garage Kept Motors ↗ |
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 body-mount corrosionOwners of 1949–54 Chevrolets emphasize rust and repair quality in floors, rockers and mounting areas. Inspect from above and below. | H.A.M.B. buyer discussion ↗ | Not established by listing photos alone |
| Brake-system conditionThe same buyer guidance highlights the Bendix-era brake system. Check cylinders, hoses, hard lines, adjustment, drums and straight-line stopping. | H.A.M.B. buyer discussion ↗ | No independent brake report supplied |
| Wagon tailgate operationVintage Chevrolet wagon owners document tailgate latch and alignment problems. Operate both sections repeatedly and inspect hinges, catches and seals. | ChevyTalk wagon discussion ↗ | Not specifically addressed by seller |
Who should shortlist it
A collector seeking relaxed cruise-night usability and authentic early-1950s family-wagon character.
What Waghoon could not verify
Treat the odometer as miles shown. Confirm chassis and title identity, restoration history, rust repair, brake work and the operating condition of the split tailgate. 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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