Jim Finley's 1949 Chevrolet
1949 Chevrolet Convertible owned by Jim Finley. The car was nosed and decked, and the handles were shaved. Up front the car featured recessed 1953 Mercury headlights for a tunneled effect. The fenders were also molded in for a one-piece appearance. In rear the car the car was restyled with 1950 Ford taillights mounted vertically. The bumpers were simplified by removing the guards. Exhaust tips were also inserted in the rear bumper. The car was two-toned light and dark blue, seperated by a chrome strip.[1]
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