Vehicle Description
You already know driving a 1953 GMC 100 pickup is alluring and
distinctive. But when you add in bold two-tone paint, desirable
5-window body, a four-speed manual, and some worthwhile upgrades,
then the interesting just got irresistible.
Refinished in bright yellow with creamy white fenders, this
oldtimer has a nice dose of cool. Even the painted wheels with
whitewalls get in on this full color theme. GMC's take on the
classic Advance Design trucks are a great way to showcase an
enduring icon with a distinctive flair. They have an instant
attraction that comes from spending real time in GM's legendary
design studio, and the bulldog-like grille gives them a genuine
uniqueness from the Chevy counterparts. Not only does this four-bar
grille shine like a mirror, but also so do the rounded bumpers and
the half-moon hubcaps. Plus, the alligator hood, all the correct
badging, and the side-mounted spare tire are what a '50s GM pickup
are all about. And five-window cab is an icon we all love to see.
But even with all this vintage appeal, the upgrade to steel in the
truck bed hints that this is the classic that can still earn its
keep.
This GMC was restored correctly, and that's why the bench seat,
door panels, and rubber mat look authentic but feel many decades
fresher. And the detail work is great with items like the GMC decal
on the heater under the dash, and the three-spoke steering wheel
with GMC marked in the yellow that matches the interior and
exterior. Plus, because this is a truck that you're going to want
to spend some time enjoying, there are some nice subtle upgrades
like the cup holders and the retro-style AM/FM/cassette radio
w/digital tuner. In total, it makes for a great combination of
vintage and with added comfort.
Under the hood is a 261 cubic-inch inline six. It's an upgrade in
displacement over what was available in 1953 without losing the
iconic attitude. More importantly, these motors have earned a
reputation for being tough and reliable as an anvil. While this is
not an all-out speed machine, it has been given some nice upgrades
to give it pep. This includes a Fenton split manifold to create a
true dual exhaust. Plus, the glasspack-style mufflers on each pipe
add a nice hint of bass to the vintage exhaust soundtrack. But what
will really make you happy is the four-speed manual transmission.
This was an option for GMCs pulling work duty in '53, and today it
gives this truck a much better defined powerband that will get up
better from stoplights AND make highway speeds more manageable.
This is the restored two-tone head-turner with the right features
for driving and showing off. A complete package like this won't sit
around long, so call today!