Gateway Classic Cars of San Antonio/Austin
679 Holcan Dr
New Braunfels, TX 78130
Dealer Website
All Inventory
Get Directions
Photos (177)
Gateway Classic Cars of San Antonio/Austin is excited to present this 1926 Essex Coupe. Finished in a rich, deep purple exterior, this eye-catching classic commands attention everywhere it goes. The bold paint is paired with a custom purple and silver interior, blending vintage elegance with a clean, contemporary edge. Slide into the plush cloth seats and you'll immediately appreciate the craftsmanship and detail throughout. Under the hood, this Essex is far from stock. A powerful 454 big block delivers exhilarating performance, enhanced by a dual Quick Fuel carburetor setup, a Weiand intake manifold, and MSD ignition components including coil and wires for reliable spark and improved throttle response. An aluminum radiator keeps things running cool even on long cruises, making this car as functional as it is fun. Backing the big block is a dependable Turbo 350 automatic transmission, paired with a classic Hurst shifter for that true hot rod feel. Stopping power has been significantly upgraded with Wilwood disc brakes, giving you confidence and control behind the wheel. The stance is just right thanks to aluminum wheels wrapped in aggressive Mickey Thompson tires, delivering both style and grip. Inside, the custom billet steering wheel adds a refined performance touch, while the upgraded Rockford Fosgate sound system with subwoofer and Kenwood radio bring modern audio quality to this vintage ride. Additional features like power windows add convenience, rounding out a build that's been thoughtfully upgraded without losing its classic soul. This isn't just a car, it's a statement piece, a weekend cruiser, and a timeless hot rod ready for its next chapter.
| Year: | 1926 |
| Make: | Essex |
| Model: | Coupe |
| Mileage: | 10915 |
| Exterior Color: | Plum Crazy Purple |
| Interior Color: | GREY |
| Trim: | |
| Body: | coupe |
| Stock: | 1174-SAN |
| Engine Size: | 454 |
| Transmission: | Turbo 350 |
| Vin: | 79365 |
All Inventory | Email Seller | Dealer Website
| Get Directions
Have you found the perfect collector vehicle on All Collector Cars? Before you make any decisions, we recommend that you take some time now to read the full description and review all the pictures with the listing. It’s important to do as much due diligence as you can before you contact the seller so that you’re prepared to ask about any flaws you see—and perhaps ones you don’t.
All Collector Cars allows our sellers to post unlimited vehicle pictures and descriptions, which gives you, the buyer, more control and information. In addition, our Buyers Resource section offers advice and vendor recommendations to guide you through the buying process, from classic car financing & insurance to collector vehicle shipping & restoration.








