1948 Chevrolet Custom Decoliner

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Vehicle Original VIN : AZ381478- An Amazing One-Off Custom Build Completed By Dale Gerry Street Rods- Over 10,000 Hours And 12 Years Invested In The Process- 2 Time Good-Guys "Builders Choice" Award Winner- Powered By A 502 RAM Jet Engine- Finished In Pewter Metallic And Black With A Custom Red Italian Leather Interior- Sale Includes Build Sheet, Available Receipts, And Detailed Build PhotosAlthough customizing cars has been a practice from the inception of the automobile, recent years have seen a spike in both the number and complexity of builds being completed around the world. This is undoubtedly perpetuated by the numerous TV shows that have sprung up, putting the world of custom car building right into the homes of people worldwide. The truth is, though, that modern manufacturing techniques and computer-aided design have allowed builders to push their creations to heights never imagined possible. In the end, though, most of these builds are truly a labor of love, a test to see to what extent people can push both their creativity as well as their engineering skills. And despite the insights they may be able to provide, no amount of computer software will ever be able to make up for the genuine ingenuity of a skilled craftsman on a quest to build the vehicle of their dreams.On offer here is a stunning example of what can be accomplished in the world of custom vehicle builds when time and expert craftsmanship come together. Chassis # AZ381478 is a 1948 Chevrolet Crew Cab Custom Decoliner. It is the result of over 10,000 man hours, spread out over 12 years of love and labor, with every part of this vehicle being unique and custom in some way. When taking into account a general shop rate of $125 an hour, just this labor alone would be valued at around $1,250,000.The shop behind this creation was Dale Gerry Street Rods of Kelowna, British Columbia. Gerry has made a name for himself by constructing elaborate and gorgeous custom aluminum frames for builds of all kinds. When looking at the photos of this build, you can tell he poured his numerous years of experience into the final product of this Decoliner. This vehicle was built as a “shop project” to test Dale’s skills and to produce something truly unique and iconic. Dale’s fascination with the art deco styling of the late 1930s is clearly present in not only the name but also the unique and swooping design of the vehicle, as well as the individual parts he chose to incorporate into the vehicle.Please visit for many more photos and details. Follow us on Instagram and Facebook @LBILimited. Ride along on our classic car adventures by subscribing to LBI Limited on YouTube. #claimyourclassic™

Vehicle Original VIN : AZ381478
- An Amazing One-Off Custom Build Completed By Dale Gerry Street Rods
- Over 10,000 Hours And 12 Years Invested In The Process
- 2 Time Good-Guys "Builders Choice" Award Winner
- Powered By A 502 RAM Jet Engine
- Finished In Pewter Metallic And Black With A Custom Red Italian Leather Interior
- Sale Includes Build Sheet, Available Receipts, And Detailed Build Photos
Although customizing cars has been a practice from the inception of the automobile, recent years have seen a spike in both the number and complexity of builds being completed around the world. This is undoubtedly perpetuated by the numerous TV shows that have sprung up, putting the world of custom car building right into the homes of people worldwide. The truth is, though, that modern manufacturing techniques and computer-aided design have allowed builders to push their creations to heights never imagined possible. In the end, though, most of these builds are truly a labor of love, a test to see to what extent people can push both their creativity as well as their engineering skills. And despite the insights they may be able to provide, no amount of computer software will ever be able to make up for the genuine ingenuity of a skilled craftsman on a quest to build the vehicle of their dreams.
On offer here is a stunning example of what can be accomplished in the world of custom vehicle builds when time and expert craftsmanship come together. Chassis # AZ381478 is a 1948 Chevrolet Crew Cab Custom Decoliner. It is the result of over 10,000 man hours, spread out over 12 years of love and labor, with every part of this vehicle being unique and custom in some way. When taking into account a general shop rate of $125 an hour, just this labor alone would be valued at around $1,250,000.The shop behind this creation was Dale Gerry Street Rods of Kelowna, British Columbia. Gerry has made a name for himself by constructing elaborate and gorgeous custom aluminum frames for builds of all kinds. When looking at the photos of this build, you can tell he poured his numerous years of experience into the final product of this Decoliner. This vehicle was built as a “shop project” to test Dale’s skills and to produce something truly unique and iconic. Dale’s fascination with the art deco styling of the late 1930s is clearly present in not only the name but also the unique and swooping design of the vehicle, as well as the individual parts he chose to incorporate into the vehicle.
Please visit for many more photos and details. Follow us on Instagram and Facebook @LBILimited. Ride along on our classic car adventures by subscribing to LBI Limited on YouTube. #claimyourclassic™