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xmitsu10 · 06-16-2009, 06:51 PM

Got this in an email today and thought of See Ten's wifes '54 he's building.

1950 Chevrolet Club Coupe

With 437 original, actual miles

Purchased new by Mr. and Mrs. Jessie Trueblood of Modesto. Shortly after purchasing this car, Mr. Trueblood took a day off to go fishing. While waiting for the "big one" to bite he witnessed a woman fall out of her boat. Mr. Trueblood jumped in to help only to fall victim of a fatal heart attack. Mrs. Trueblood returned the car home and placed it in the garage for the next 12 years. The odometer reading at that time (1962) was 413 miles.

Mrs. Trueblood lived next door to a used car lot owned by Mr. William E. Wilson (now 81 years old). Mr. Wilson spoke with her frequently and often told her he would like to buy the car for himself to keep. In 1962 the time had come. Mrs. Trueblood told Mr. Wilson she needed a car for her bookkeeper who didn't really care for the ol' Chevy and would prefer a Rambler. No problem. Mr. Wilson went down to the local Rambler dealer and bought a brand new one for $1,650.00 ($100..00 over cost) and made the swap.

He then took the car home and parked it with 433 actual miles. And there it sat for the next 45 years, occasionally being started and moved in and out of the garage. In 2007 Mr. Wilson decided to sell the car and started spreading the word around Modesto that the ol' Chevy with 433 miles on it was for sale. Many had heard about the car, but hardly anyone had ever laid eyes on it. In fact, according to Mr. Wilson he believes he only showed the car to about 5 people in 45 years. Word spread quickly about the car and soon a buyer arrived ready and willing to pay the $60,000 asking price. When Mr. Wilson told me the story of this car he complained heavily of the "capital gains" tax he was required to pay and wished he had never sold it. As of this writing, Mr. Wilson is still alive and well in Modesto and can verify the miles and originality of this car. Simply put, this is a true 100% factory original survivor (that includes the air in the tires). This ol' Chevy now has 437 original miles and is most likely the world's lowest mileage 1950 Chevy.

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jeffspower · 06-16-2009, 07:03 PM

Wow, that's crazy. Whlie not typically a car that demands alot, I think he sold this one too cheap.

low'n slow · 06-16-2009, 08:25 PM

I'm not buying it. Although the dent in the rear fender could be garage rash, the engine looks a little ragged for 437 miles. Look closely at the air cleaner. The truck mat also looks well used. But, it does look great for as old as it is.

Sillyoldman · 06-16-2009, 10:47 PM

Cool car. I love to have it. It does show a little wear and tear, but just keeping it running for 49 years will show some wear under the hood. Also crawling in and out of it for the same duration will cause some interior wear too. running it will cause some wear. Driving it will cause miles.

PanelDeland · 06-16-2009, 11:56 PM

WOW.All I can say is if it's truly what they claim it's one nice "INVESTMENT" since it would be a shame to rack up any miles on it.
And it sure looks better than the Belvedere they put away.

OARNGESI · 06-17-2009, 01:56 AM

Really cool car but what happened to the woman who fell out of the boat

**special-K** · 06-17-2009, 06:50 AM

I totally believe it.It is aged,not worn.

These are one of my favorite cars.That one is loaded up with all the bells`n`whistles.I wouldn`t want it because at this point I couldn`t bring myself to drive it.That`s a museum car.

72BlckButy · 06-17-2009, 07:59 AM

Now that is an amazing car... a true once in a lifetime find.

Wow....

rod86 · 06-17-2009, 09:06 AM

wow...... wat more can ya say?

**fine69** · 06-17-2009, 09:54 AM

Why would the guy have to pay Capitol Gains taxes on that money? It ain't a house.

Nice car. But it ain't $60K nice.

70rs/ss · 06-17-2009, 10:05 AM

I know larry jones is gonna get mad at me but they are in Kaliban'fornia" so CG might be a "state thing?"

DirtyLarry · 06-17-2009, 10:24 AM

The peeps in Cuba would die for that car!

Neat story!

**LEEVON** · 06-17-2009, 11:16 AM

That's cool but it needs to lose the cheezy sticker in the window.

Bishops Trucks · 06-17-2009, 11:27 AM

That is simply BEAUTIFUL! I had a '51 BelAir, wish I still had that car.

rambler · 06-17-2009, 11:44 AM

nice car, interesting story..

abebummy26 · 06-17-2009, 01:31 PM

That is super clean! I'm not sure I would ever buy it, but it is cool.

**El Jay** · 06-17-2009, 02:59 PM

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Originally Posted by 70rs/ss

I know larry jones is gonna get mad at me but they are in Kaliban'fornia" so CG might be a "state thing?"

Why would I get mad?
I know where I live & how Sacramento works.

Now if I could only figure out a way to get the heck outta Dodge.............................

pokethesmot · 06-17-2009, 03:04 PM

its low on gas

**El Jay** · 06-17-2009, 03:08 PM

Oh, yeah. I forgot to mention in my previous post, that's a really nice car!!!
I'd roll in that any day of the week.

87 STEPPER · 06-17-2009, 05:15 PM

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Originally Posted by low'n slow

I'm not buying it. the engine looks a little ragged for 437 miles. Look closely at the air cleaner.

So whats a 59 year old air filter suppose to look like cuz im pretty sure thats original from 1950 and why would you change it ? cuz it only has 437 mi on it so it's not dirty yet! lol

low'n slow · 06-17-2009, 06:01 PM

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Originally Posted by 87 STEPPER

So whats a 59 year old air filter suppose to look like cuz im pretty sure thats original from 1950 and why would you change it ? cuz it only has 437 mi on it so it's not dirty yet! lol

I'm talking about the air filter housing. It looks like it has paint missing from it. This wouldn't happen just sitting in the garage. The engine paint looks like it has scrapes in it. That being said, it is a great looking car.

**leddzepp** · 06-17-2009, 09:04 PM

Great looking car...but I have no idea why he paid a capital gains tax. When you sell a used automobile, it is always considered a loss. I have never had to pay any type of tax on any vehicle I have sold in California, and I have sold a LOT of them. A used car is a used car, as told to me by the DMV.

06-16-2009, 06:51 PM	#1
xmitsu10 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Alton, New Hampshire Posts: 274	1950 Chevy Club Coupe - Survivor Got this in an email today and thought of See Ten's wifes '54 he's building. 1950 Chevrolet Club Coupe With 437 original, actual miles Purchased new by Mr. and Mrs. Jessie Trueblood of Modesto. Shortly after purchasing this car, Mr. Trueblood took a day off to go fishing. While waiting for the "big one" to bite he witnessed a woman fall out of her boat. Mr. Trueblood jumped in to help only to fall victim of a fatal heart attack. Mrs. Trueblood returned the car home and placed it in the garage for the next 12 years. The odometer reading at that time (1962) was 413 miles. Mrs. Trueblood lived next door to a used car lot owned by Mr. William E. Wilson (now 81 years old). Mr. Wilson spoke with her frequently and often told her he would like to buy the car for himself to keep. In 1962 the time had come. Mrs. Trueblood told Mr. Wilson she needed a car for her bookkeeper who didn't really care for the ol' Chevy and would prefer a Rambler. No problem. Mr. Wilson went down to the local Rambler dealer and bought a brand new one for $1,650.00 ($100..00 over cost) and made the swap. He then took the car home and parked it with 433 actual miles. And there it sat for the next 45 years, occasionally being started and moved in and out of the garage. In 2007 Mr. Wilson decided to sell the car and started spreading the word around Modesto that the ol' Chevy with 433 miles on it was for sale. Many had heard about the car, but hardly anyone had ever laid eyes on it. In fact, according to Mr. Wilson he believes he only showed the car to about 5 people in 45 years. Word spread quickly about the car and soon a buyer arrived ready and willing to pay the $60,000 asking price. When Mr. Wilson told me the story of this car he complained heavily of the "capital gains" tax he was required to pay and wished he had never sold it. As of this writing, Mr. Wilson is still alive and well in Modesto and can verify the miles and originality of this car. Simply put, this is a true 100% factory original survivor (that includes the air in the tires). This ol' Chevy now has 437 original miles and is most likely the world's lowest mileage 1950 Chevy. [IMG][/IMG] [IMG][/IMG] [IMG][/IMG] [IMG][/IMG] [IMG][/IMG] [IMG][/IMG] [IMG][/IMG] [IMG][/IMG] [IMG][/IMG] [IMG][/IMG] __________________ 71 Cheyenne SWB

06-16-2009, 06:53 PM	#2
xmitsu10 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Alton, New Hampshire Posts: 274	1950 Chevy Club Coupe - Survivor [IMG][/IMG] [IMG][/IMG] [IMG][/IMG] [IMG][/IMG] [IMG][/IMG] __________________ 71 Cheyenne SWB Last edited by xmitsu10; 06-16-2009 at 06:57 PM.

06-16-2009, 07:03 PM	#3
jeffspower Well, Whoop-dee-do! Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Easton, Mo. pop.- me & scarcely a few others Posts: 2,302	Re: 1950 Chevy Club Coupe - Survivor Wow, that's crazy. Whlie not typically a car that demands alot, I think he sold this one too cheap. __________________ '68 GMC shortbox 4x4 350/SM465/T221- bought it in '83 SOLD '72 K20 500 Cad/TH400/NP205 SOLD '92 Chevy 2500 6.5 mech TD 4L80E crusty daily driver '72 Monte Carlo... sweet low mile toy '11 Dodge Challenger IE 392 6spd... midlife car

06-16-2009, 08:25 PM	#4
low'n slow Too Dumb To Know Better Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Texas Posts: 882	Re: 1950 Chevy Club Coupe - Survivor I'm not buying it. Although the dent in the rear fender could be garage rash, the engine looks a little ragged for 437 miles. Look closely at the air cleaner. The truck mat also looks well used. But, it does look great for as old as it is.

06-16-2009, 10:47 PM	#5
Sillyoldman #16876 Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Auburn WA Posts: 12,266	Re: 1950 Chevy Club Coupe - Survivor Cool car. I love to have it. It does show a little wear and tear, but just keeping it running for 49 years will show some wear under the hood. Also crawling in and out of it for the same duration will cause some interior wear too. running it will cause some wear. Driving it will cause miles. __________________ Posted via Stationary Device '71 Custom Deluxe C-20 402. '67 Buick Special 455. '49 Plymouth Special Deluxe. *"I love that old car smell"* *Some people are like Slinkies... not really good for anything, but they still bring a smile to your face when you push them down a flight of stairs.*

06-16-2009, 11:56 PM	#6
PanelDeland I am a Referee of life. Join Date: Jun 2000 Location: Greensboro N.C. Posts: 13,993	Re: 1950 Chevy Club Coupe - Survivor WOW.All I can say is if it's truly what they claim it's one nice "INVESTMENT" since it would be a shame to rack up any miles on it. And it sure looks better than the Belvedere they put away. __________________ The 47-present Chevrolet and GMC Truck Message Board Network,it's owners,moderators,members,and associates of any type should not be held responsible for my opinion. You can't fix stupid,not even with duct tape. "My appearance is due to the fact that "GOD" does punish you for having too much fun!" Barrett-Jackson has perfected alchemy,they make rust into gold! "You can lead a horse to water but you can't saddle a duck" "Cleverly disguised as a 'Responsible Adult' "Sometimes your Knight in shining armor is just a retard in tinfoil"

06-17-2009, 01:56 AM	#7
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06-17-2009, 06:50 AM	#8
special-K Special Order Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Mt Airy, MD Posts: 85,863	Re: 1950 Chevy Club Coupe - Survivor I totally believe it.It is aged,not worn. These are one of my favorite cars.That one is loaded up with all the bells`n`whistles.I wouldn`t want it because at this point I couldn`t bring myself to drive it.That`s a museum car. __________________ "BUILDING A BETTER WAY TO SERVE THE USA"......67/72......"The New Breed" GMC '67 C1500 Wideside Super Custom SWB: 327/M22/3.42 posi.........."The '67" (project) GMC '72 K2500 Wideside Sierra Custom Camper: 350/TH350/4.10 Power-Lok..."The '72" (rolling) Tim "Don't call me a redneck. I'm a rough cut country gentleman" R.I.P. ~ East Side Low Life ~ El Jay ~ 72BLUZ ~ Fasteddie69 ~ Ron586 ~ 67ChevyRedneck ~ Grumpy Old Man ~

06-17-2009, 07:59 AM	#9
72BlckButy Tot Roddin' Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Mid-MO Posts: 24,461	Re: 1950 Chevy Club Coupe - Survivor Now that is an amazing car... a true once in a lifetime find. Wow.... __________________ -Nate 1969 CST SWB - Project Blank Slate (4.5/6" ECE Static Drop, 6-lug disc brake upgrade (manual), Billet Specialties Vintec 20x8.5 255/40 (F) 20x10 295/40 (R), 250 I-6) 1960 AMF Skylark - Tot Roddin' (Lowered with custom frame; soon to include custom push bar and interior) 2008 Silverado CrewCab 1LT (5.3L, 3:73, 4x4, LT1, Z-71, Towing Package)

06-17-2009, 09:06 AM	#10
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06-17-2009, 09:54 AM	#11
fine69 Senior Member Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Urbana,Ohio,USA Posts: 4,618	Re: 1950 Chevy Club Coupe - Survivor Why would the guy have to pay Capitol Gains taxes on that money? It ain't a house. Nice car. But it ain't $60K nice. __________________ 2008 Chevy HHR 1/2 panel. 1949 Chevy Panel truck(just sittin, waiting) Board member #6

06-17-2009, 10:05 AM	#12
70rs/ss Registered User Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Northern AZ Posts: 7,271	Re: 1950 Chevy Club Coupe - Survivor I know larry jones is gonna get mad at me but they are in Kaliban'fornia" so CG might be a "state thing?"

06-17-2009, 10:24 AM	#13
DirtyLarry Windy Corner of a Dirty Street Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Pueblo West, Colorado Posts: 2,926	Re: 1950 Chevy Club Coupe - Survivor The peeps in Cuba would die for that car! Neat story! __________________ Current vehicle collection: 1978 Chevrolet K10, 8.1L, NV4500, NP205 1989 Chevrolet Suburban, 8.1L, NV4500, NP241 1993 Chevrolet C1500 Sportside, TBI 7.4L, 4L60E 2001 Chevrolet K2500HD, Ext Cab, SWB, 8.1L, ZF 6 speed 2014 Chevrolet Impala LTZ 3.6L Vortec 8.1L because life is too short to tolerate underpowered vehicles Instagram

06-17-2009, 11:16 AM	#14
LEEVON Registered User Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Ozark, MO Posts: 4,887	Re: 1950 Chevy Club Coupe - Survivor That's cool but it needs to lose the cheezy sticker in the window. __________________ '20 Silverado Trail Boss ~ '17 Tahoe ~ '79 K15 Sierra Grande ~ '76 Blazer 2wd ~ '71 Cheyenne swb ~ '55 Pontiac Safari ~'50 3100 bagged ~ '80 Wife ~ Late model kids

06-17-2009, 11:27 AM	#15
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06-17-2009, 11:44 AM	#16
rambler MOVE OVER Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Warrensburg, MO Posts: 5,470	Re: 1950 Chevy Club Coupe - Survivor nice car, interesting story.. __________________ No matter where you are..... There you are... Buckaroo Banzi

06-17-2009, 01:31 PM	#17
abebummy26 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: New Haven, MO Posts: 1,243	Re: 1950 Chevy Club Coupe - Survivor That is super clean! I'm not sure I would ever buy it, but it is cool. __________________ -Lincoln 1987 GMC S15 (soon to be a chevy clone) 2.5l, 4 speed, no ps, no pb, no ac Silence is golden, but duct tape is silver. Spoken by Cletus the hillbilly I like stickers... a whole bunch.

06-17-2009, 03:04 PM	#19
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06-17-2009, 03:08 PM	#20
El Jay Gone to greener pastures Join Date: May 2007 Location: Gateway to the Delta Posts: 7,354	Re: 1950 Chevy Club Coupe - Survivor Oh, yeah. I forgot to mention in my previous post, that's a really nice car!!! I'd roll in that any day of the week. __________________ '69 Chevy 1/2 T LWB Stepper: Daily Beater '72 GMC 3/4 T Fleet: Another Daily Beater '72 Plymouth Gran Coupe: ? "Ah women. They make the highs higher and the lows more frequent." Friedrich Nietzsche "Never kick a fresh turd on a hot day." Harry S. Truman GUN CONTROL: Never having to say, "I missed you." Always fire two warning shots into your attacker's chest area before putting a bullet between his eyes. Paraphrased from Louis Awerbuck

06-17-2009, 09:04 PM	#23
leddzepp Moderator Join Date: May 2007 Location: Southern Cal Posts: 19,990	Re: 1950 Chevy Club Coupe - Survivor Great looking car...but I have no idea why he paid a capital gains tax. When you sell a used automobile, it is always considered a loss. I have never had to pay any type of tax on any vehicle I have sold in California, and I have sold a LOT of them. A used car is a used car, as told to me by the DMV. __________________ 1972 C/10 Cheyenne Super SWB. Restored, loaded, slammed. 1968 C/10 50th Anniversary LWB. Unrestored, stock, daily driver/work truck. RIP ElJay RIP 67ChevyRedneck RIP Grumpy Old Man Last edited by leddzepp; 06-17-2009 at 09:07 PM.

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