Vehicle Description
1951 GMC Suburban
Several automotive companies in the United States used the
"Suburban" designation to indicate a windowed, station wagon type
body on a commercial frame including DeSoto, Dodge, Plymouth,
Studebaker, Nash, Chevrolet and GMC. The (Westchester) Suburban
name was, in fact, a trademark of U.S. Body and Forging Co. of Tell
City, Indiana, which built wooden station wagon bodies for all of
these automobile and light truck chassis and more. Chevrolet began
production of its all-steel "carryall-suburban" in 1935. GMC
brought out its version in 1937. These vehicles were also known as
the "Suburban Carryall" until GM shortened the name to simply
"Suburban". GMC's equivalent to the Chevrolet model was originally
named "Suburban" as well, until being rebranded as "Yukon XL" for
the 2000 model year.
This consignment was owned by an automotive restoration shop. No
money was spared in the restoration of this beauty, and it was part
of the restoration shop's owner's private collection. A showroom
condition example of a 67-year-old, chrome-laden luxo-tank served
as ultimate line toppers that appealed to the most affluent
buyers.
Exterior
Lexus Pearl Metallic with black fenders and running boards have
this truck looking just delicious. Eye candy for sure with perfect
paint, straight and close gap panels throughout, and chrome you
could eat off of. The front grill is worth the price of admission
with its thick horizontal ribs, massive frame that says wow from
headlight to headlight. A stylized red GMC logo is emblazoned on
the top next to the rounded hood. Fronting this masterpiece of
early 50's design is a perfectly curved bumper in unmarred
condition. Seen behind the fenders are chrome highlighting strips
that copy the curvaceous fenders on the front and rear. GMC moon
hubcaps are centered on the steel wheels that match the Lexus Pearl
of the body. These original wheels are surrounded by new radial
tires including the spare.
Interior
Utilitarian steel back and armed bench seats lined up like foot
soldiers in a Veterans Day parade, are draped in new leather. These
are surrounded by beautiful new sliding glass windows for the back
passengers, and power windows for the front seaters. The rare
option GMC heating system is installed and will warm your cockles
on a cold winters drive to grandma's house. Overhead a new
headliner covers the inside and has Dynamat Sound Proofing Roof
material installed. An aftermarket AM/FM radio is installed and
envelopes the cabin and its passengers in exquisite sound, all the
while being safely held in position with custom seat belts. Peering
down to check your speed, the driver will experience an all new
instrument cluster, right down to the gauges.
Drivetrain
A fully rebuilt 1958 235ci inline 6-cylinder mill with electronic
ignition, an external oil filter, new radiator, and 12-volt
alternator sit proudly in a near perfect engine bay. A brand-new
OEM style wiring harness and a rebuilt 4 speed transmission rebuilt
rear differential, and new power steering, all provide
reliability.
Undercarriage
Clean, mean and pristine sum it up. Rack and Pinion steering, new
front suspension and wheel hubs, all new brakes and drums, a new
gas tank, and a full exhaust in stainless steel including the
mufflers, gleam from underneath viewing.
A virtually new example of a 1951 Suburban with many upgrades, and
conveniences, this beautiful soccer mom shuttler could be used on a
daily basis, it is that reliable. Starts quick, runs smooth and
cruises like a dream at low RPM, imagine the look on the kids face
when you show up for a pickup of them and their friends after a
long game! The only comment you will get is where's the video
screens?
Classic Auto Mall is a 336,000-square foot classic and special
interest automobile showroom, featuring over 150 vehicles for sale
with showroom space for up to 1,000 vehicles. A 450 barn find
collection is currently also on display.
This vehicle is in our showroom in Morgantown, Pennsylvania,
conveniently located just 1-hour west of Philadelphia on the I-76
Pennsylvania Turnpike. The website is www.classicautomall.com and
our phone number is (888) 227-0914. Please contact us anytime for
more information or to come see the vehicle in person.
