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Having just bought a 36' Chev Coupe, I was looking for others to compare it with on the internet. i haven't found any other than Street Rods, is the 36 Model year rare or are they just not being sold. How do collectors of Chevys feel about the 36 Model as compared to other years. Is the 36' a good year to ahve or is it one that alot of people stay away from. Any info would be appreciated. Thanks

Are you asking is it "fashionable"? If you want a fashionable car, then trade it on a F**d. If, however, you are like myself, and probably most other members on this forum then you probably will have bought it because you like the look of it and don't really care what anyone else thinks. I don't know much about the strengths and weaknesses of that particular year, however any pre-war coupe has to be desirable in my eyes, besides it is a Chev, IE it has a basic degree of durability and quality synonimous to the Chev brand.
Of course, the more popular the car the easier it is to get parts, especially modern reproductions. For example, it is possible to now build an A model F**d body using off the shelf NEW parts. A large number of the mechanical parts are also available.
Bottom line, if you like it, build it. You will have my 100% support and admiration.
Tim.
You may also like to ask this question in the section of the forum pertaining to the '36. They will have the details you need re strengths and weaknesses.

For many years the '35 Master and 1936s were passed over by collectors because people didn't like there rather bulbus looks.As beauty is in the eye of the beholder I wouldn't let that bother me.Having seen many when I was younger I have always liked there appearence-especially the coupe.They have gotten quite popular with the street rodders today.One draw back is the the body- contains quite a bit of wood inner frame work.Its fine if its in good shape but could be a bear to replace.If I remember correctly your is a Standard.The problem area with the wood is usually in the doors.The early '36 Standards had "wood" doors and the later steel doors.If you have the steel doors it removes on problem.The wood can be seen when the window is rolled down and you look in the gap on the window sill.The wood is very visable.The engine is of the older sesign.The 1937 and up was all new as far as a the engine and drive line are concerned,The '36 engine had all of the improvements made on the old three main bearing engine and if in good shape can be driven safely at 55 MPH. or so.When you attend Chevrolet meets you will also have a car that is not commonly seen The Standard was also a peppy car due to its light weight.

I'm going to go ahead and move this topic to the more appropiate forum.

I mostly favor 31's and 32's but like all cars from 36 back. I think it is the wood that makes them most appealing. By the time the 37's came out you almost have a modern car.

Hey 36 Stovebolt;
I have a 36 Master Deluxe Town Sedan. That's a 2 dr. with a built in trunk. I too used to think the 36 was kinda stark looking. I think Chevy made the decision to put out a car that reflected the times back then. Don't forget 1936 was in the heart of the depression, and chrome accessories might have put off some buyers. I also have a 32 Sport Coupe and the cars are like night and day in appearance. The 36 did reflect some of the art deco design of the era. The large fenders kept the car clean on mostly dirt roads. The long hood and slim grille reflected the streamline design that was used on most cars in 1936.
The Master does not have a lot of wood used in the body. That was a milestone for GM at the time. The "Turret" roof design was the first time a none-open-wood slat roof was used. Hydrolic brakes and the soft ride from Knee-action shocks on the Deluxe set the car apart from many older Chevys. I also had a 36 Master that had a straight front axle that handle like a dream.
I probably forgot some other inovations here, but the 1936 has to be the "cross-over year" during the 30's. Restore your car to your liking and enjoy! It has to be one of the smooth-ist riding cars I ever drove.

36Stovebolt;
I hope you got my reply via e-mail. I also attached a pic of my 36. I'm never sure about that stuff because I'm still getting used to the new program in this computer.
Thanks for your first e-mail!