A Jean Harlow Connection?

This 1926 Chevrolet Superior Coupe caught our attention. Not because it’s finished in a nice shade of maroon, but because of its unusual decoration in the form of metal accent strips that are filigreed. They appear on every body panel and remind us of what was done on funeral coaches of that period. This Chevrolet, to be auctioned by Bonhams & Butterfields on November 14th, still carries a 1926 California license plate and comes with the story that it was once owned by actress Jean Harlow, aka the Blonde Bombshell. This seems unlikely though, as she was born in 1911 and would only have been 15 when the car was new. There could be a possibility that she bought the car used and had the decoration applied at a later time in her career. However, there’s no documentation to support this claim. Have you seen this car before and know about the Jean Harlow connection? Do tell us! (photos courtesy Bonhams & Butterfields)

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