Vehicle Description
1956 GMC 100 Stepside Pickup. Fully frame off restored less than
five years ago. 270 c.i. inline six cylinder engine. Manual 4spd.
on the floor transmission. 1956 incorporated a year of work that
made significant changes to the GMC truck brand, owned by General
Motors. Looking for an increase in market share, GMC added more
strength to the engine, redesigned the axles and transmission, and
added a 12-volt electrical system for better lighting to attract
customers. This particular example was a lightly used truck from
new. The previous owner acquired the truck and spent several year
meticulously restoring it (Frame-off) back to it's factory original
specs. The truck was the perfect candidate for restoration and
nearly all parts are either restored originals or NOS components
supplied by top GMC professionals. The multi-year painstakingly
correct restoration was completed with expenses far exceeding the
purchase price listed. Receipts and photos documenting the entire
restoration accompany the vehicle. From the show quality chrome, to
the exemplary fit and finish of the laser straight body, the
outstanding interior to the exquisitely refinished bed, this GMC
100 must be considered one of the finer examples in the country.
Every nut and bolt was attended to with no expense spared. The 270
inline 6 cyl. is a strong performer and the 4 speed manual
transmission shifts smoothly. The heavy duty drum brakes easily
handle this GMC 100. This truck fits perfectly on a show field at
the concours, on the open road, or tucked away in a collection of
similar show quality vehicles. The interesting color combination of
Aspen Green and Delta Green is said to be the original for the
truck and is simply stunning. With only around 5000 miles since
completed this truck shows like new.
