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1939 Chevrolet Master Deluxe 4-Door Sedan
Chevrolet Master Deluxe
1939 (Part of the 1937-1939 generation) · sedan
Rarity Score
7/10 - Rare in this specific setting; while mass-produced, surviving 1930s steel in forests is becoming increasingly uncommon.
Spot Difficulty
9/10 - Hard to spot in the wild as a working vehicle; most survivors are in museums, private collections, or as abandoned 'field finds' in rural areas.
Engine & Performance
Engine: 216.5 cu in (3.5L) 'Victory Six' Inline-6, naturally aspirated, approx 85 hp
Transmission & Drivetrain: 3-speed manual transmission, Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD)
Performance: 0-60 mph in approx 25+ seconds, top speed of 70 mph, 3,000 lbs curb weight
Exterior
Heavily rusted brown/patina finish, 4-door body style, vertical-slat grille, alligator-style hood, missing glass and trim, sunken into the ground
Interior Features
Stripped or disintegrated; originally featured mohair or broadcloth upholstery, a metal dashboard, and a large diameter three-spoke steering wheel
Condition Assessment
Poor / Scrap (Field find / Parts car)
Condition Issues: Extreme rust-through, structural collapse, missing drivetrain, missing interior, glass shattered, body partially buried/sinking into the earth
Estimated Mileage: Unknown / Likely high before abandonment or odometer seized
Historical Significance
Represented Chevrolet's transition to more modern styling in the late 1930s; the 'Master Deluxe' was the premium trim level and helped Chevy maintain its sales lead over Ford.
Notable Features
Redesigned grille for 1939 with horizontal/vertical elements, high-mounted headlights on fenders, and the first year for an optional vacuum-assisted gearshift.
Production Numbers
Approximately 539,000 units of the Master Deluxe series were produced in 1939.
Valuation
Estimated Market Value: $500 - $1,500 (As a parts car or yard art)
Auction Estimate: $100 - $1,000
Maintenance Recommendations
Full frame-off restoration required or preservation as 'yard art'; check for salvageable steel panels or trim pieces.
Fun Facts
1. Known as the 'Stovebolt Six' because the engine used many 1/4-inch bolts resembling those on a wood stove. 2. 1939 was the first year Chevrolet offered a steering column-mounted shifter as an option. 3. These cars are highly popular bases for 'Rat Rod' builds due to their distinct 1930s silhouette.
Identified on: 6/26/2026
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