Classic Goes Missing in Tehachapi – Custom 1939 Chevy Master Deluxe Snatched from Garage

On Wednesday, February 25, 2026, at approximately 2:30 to 3:00 PM, a classic 1939 Chevrolet Master Deluxe 4-Door Sedan was discovered stolen from a garage property along the 21300 block of Highline Road in Tehachapi, California. At the time of the theft, the vehicle was mid-restoration, finished in a distinct primer gray body with black fenders as the owner was actively prepping the street rod for a fresh coat of paint. Inside, the car still retains an older vintage wool interior.

Beneath the pre-war body, this Master Deluxe is a heavily modified street rod built with extensive performance and handling upgrades. It is powered by a small-block Chevy V8 engine and rides on a customized chassis equipped with a Mustang front clip, coil-over airbag suspension, rack-and-pinion steering, four-wheel disc brakes, and a durable 9-inch Ford rear differential.

Introduced in the late 1930s, the Chevrolet Master Deluxe was known for its sleek Art Deco styling, bullet-shaped headlights, and streamlined pre-war curves, making it an iconic favorite among classic car enthusiasts and street rod fabricators. Stolen 911 has a proven track record when it comes to tracking down these rare pre-war classics: years after another historic coupe disappeared, Stolen 911 helped locate and recover a stolen 1938 Chevy Master Deluxe. With community awareness across California and the classic hot rod circuit, this 1939 sedan can be recovered as well.

Item Details & Specifications

• Item Type: Classic Street Rod / 4-Door Sedan
• Brand / Maker: Chevrolet
• Model: Master Deluxe
• Model Year: 1939
• VIN: 9JB0615692
• Color / Finish: Primer gray body with black fenders (paint prep stage)
• Interior: Older vintage wool upholstery
• Drivetrain / Engine: Small-block Chevy V8 engine
• Chassis & Suspension: Mustang front end, coil-over airbag suspension, rack-and-pinion steering, disc brakes, and a 9-inch Ford rear end
• Distinguishing Features: Unfinished primer gray exterior, black fenders, modern suspension and running gear fitted to pre-war steel body

Incident & Law Enforcement Details

• Date of Theft: February 25, 2026 (discovered between 2:30 PM – 3:00 PM)
• Location: 21300 block of Highline Rd, Tehachapi, CA 93561
• Investigating Agency: Kern County Sheriff’s Department
• Police Case Number: 2026-00029421

Classic car collectors, hot rod fabricators, swap meet vendors, and automotive body shops across Tehachapi, Bakersfield, the Antelope Valley, and greater Southern California are urged to keep an eye out for this primer-gray 1939 Chevy or any associated high-performance chassis and suspension components being offered for sale. Anyone with information or sightings is encouraged to submit a tip immediately.

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