1953 Chevrolet 210 4-Door Sedan

Description

OFFERED WITHOUT RESERVE  

The Chevrolet 210 emerged as a prominent midrange car in Chevrolet's lineup, captivating consumers from 1953 to 1957. It replaced the Styleline DeLuxe model of previous years and earned its name by shortening the production series number 2100 to capitalize on the trend of numerical auto names popular in the 1950s. Despite its relatively short production span, the 210 series left a lasting impression, offering a blend of style and luxury features at a more accessible price point than the extravagant Bel Air. Its debut in 1953 marked a significant milestone for Chevrolet, as the 210 became the brand's best-selling model, boasting a wide array of body styles including convertibles, Sport Coupe hardtops, two- and four-door sedans, and four-door station wagons. This versatility and appeal contributed to its popularity and enduring legacy in automotive history.  

Robert A. Jones, a successful businessman and second-generation leader of the still going concern, Jones Brothers Contracting of Mount Juliet, Tennessee, had an innate understanding of the many heavy duty machines that were a part of the family business.  Early on, Mr. Jones turned that knowledge into a passion for road cars and acquired his first collector car in 1969, at the age of 35 — the famous Ford Model T.  That single and simple pre-war car sparked a passion that never tempered for Mr. Jones and eventually, influenced by the more common Jones family marque of choice, his passions would burn even brighter for early Chevrolets.  As his collection grew and changed over the years, his interests were focused on displaying the cars at regional shows and concours, as well as still driving many of his road-worthy classics.  Hagerty Marketplace is proud to offer The Jones Collection, entirely without reserve, comprising some long-treasured vehicles from his personal collection.  

Highlights 

• Offered from The Jones Collection 

• Displaying just over 47,000 believed to be original miles at the time of listing 

• Powered by 235.5 cu-in inline-six 

• Equipped with a three-speed manual transmission 

• Finished in Onyx Black 

• Interior upholstered in Light Grey-Dark Grey pattern cloth 

• The chassis number, B53T 090026, decodes with the following information: 

  • B – Deluxe series 210 

  • 53 – 1953 Model year 

  • T – Tarrytown, New York assembly plant 

  • 090026 – Sequential production number 

Features 

• Ignition key starting 

• "Carry-all" luggage space 

• Dash mounted clock 

• Column-mounted gear selector 

• AM radio 

• Heater 

• Locking glove box 

• Manual roll-up side windows 

• Pivoting vent windows 

• Two-spoke steering wheel 

• Door mounted armrests 

• Driver side exterior side view mirror 

• Chrome bumpers 

• Painted steel wheels with chrome hubcaps and beauty rings 

• Body side molding 

Known Imperfections 

• Please note that all of the lots in The Jones Collection are offered after many years of storage, without operation, in a climate-controlled facility.  The Hagerty Marketplace Team endeavored to bring most back to running potential, however, as a result of their extended static display, all lots will benefit from additional mechanical attention before being driven to address any imperfections associated with long-term storage or individual preferences. All lots are sold as is, where is. 

• Minor paint imperfections 

• Scratch on the right front door 

Included 

• Fender skirts 

• Full size spare 

• Jack 

• Antenna 

Ownership History 

This 1953 Chevrolet 210 4-Door Sedan was purchased by The Jones Collection from Pennsylvania in August 2006.  

Additional Notes  

A Broad Arrow Group Consignment Specialist is working as an agent on behalf of the owner of this vehicle. 

Contact: Ramsey Potts  Phone: 912.508.4096  email: rpotts@hagerty.com