| Chevrolet Superior | |
|---|---|
 1926 Chevrolet Superior Series V Touring | |
| Overview | |
| Manufacturer | Chevrolet (General Motors) |
| Model years | 1923–1926 |
| Assembly |
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| Body and chassis | |
| Body style |
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| Layout | front engine rear wheel drive |
| Platform | GM A platform |
| Related | |
| Powertrain | |
| Engine | 171 cu in (2.8 L) OHV I4 |
| Transmission | 3-speed manual |
| Dimensions | |
| Wheelbase | 103 in (2,616.2 mm) |
| Length | 146.06 in (3,709.9 mm)[1] |
| Width | 44.16 in (1,121.7 mm) |
| Curb weight | 1,690–2,070 lb (767–939 kg) (Series K) |
| Chronology | |
| Predecessor | Chevrolet Series 490 Chevrolet Series FB |
| Successor | Chevrolet Series AA Capitol |
The Chevrolet Superior Series F was manufactured by Chevrolet from 1923 to 1926, with a different series per year. The 1923 model was known as the Series B, the 1924 model was the Series F, for 1925 it was known as the Series K and the 1926 Superior was known as the Series V. It was replaced in 1927 by the Series AA Capitol. It was the first Chevrolet that didn't have a larger companion model and was the only car sold by Chevrolet in several body style configurations all supplied by Fisher Body. Each year new mechanical changes, appearance updates or optional features that became standard in subsequent years became expected of all GM products including Chevrolet. Body styles were separated into open and closed which meant closed included retractable glass in the doors and glass surrounding rear seat passengers. Standard items included tools, a jack for tire removal, speedometer, outside lockable door handles, ammeter, oil pressure gauge, dashboard light, choke pull knob, electric horn, ignition theft lock, and a two piece vertical ventilating windshield that allowed fresh air to enter the passenger compartment. Wheels were 30" and came standard with hickory wood spokes or optional pressed steel discs. For 1925, bumpers were offered optionally along with outside side view mirrors, heater for passenger compartment and a clock.[2]
All Superior models were powered by a 171 cu in (2.8 L) four-cylinder engine with 26 hp at 2000 rpm, and shared the 103 in (2,616.2 mm) wheelbase. The cheapest complete model, which was the Superior Roadster, cost $510 in 1926 ($8,777 in 2023 dollars [3]), while the range-topping model, the Superior Sedan, sold for US$825 ($14,199 in 2023 dollars [3]). It was also possible to buy a chassis; the Commercial chassis cost $425, while the Express Truck chassis cost $525. Duco automotive lacquer paint, introduced by DuPont was the first quick drying multi-color line of nitrocellulose lacquers made especially for the automotive industry.[2]
| Year | Units |
|---|---|
| 1923 | 415,814 |
| 1924 | 262,100 |
| 1925 | 444,671 |
| 1926 | 547,724 |
- ^ 1926 Chevrolet dimensions
- ^ a b c Kimes, Beverly R. (1996). Clark, Henry A. (ed.). The Standard Catalog of American Cars 1805-1945. Kraus Publications. pp. 283–302. ISBN 0873414780.
- ^ a b 1634–1699: McCusker, J. J. (1997). How Much Is That in Real Money? A Historical Price Index for Use as a Deflator of Money Values in the Economy of the United States: Addenda et Corrigenda (PDF). American Antiquarian Society. 1700–1799: McCusker, J. J. (1992). How Much Is That in Real Money? A Historical Price Index for Use as a Deflator of Money Values in the Economy of the United States (PDF). American Antiquarian Society. 1800–present: Federal Reserve Bank of Minneapolis. "Consumer Price Index (estimate) 1800–". Retrieved February 29, 2024.