Vehicle Description
1953 Chevrolet 3100 Pickup
There's just something about old school pickups that's universally
appealing. To us, they're clean, straightforward work vehicles
which have morphed into wildly popular classics. And it seems many
enthusiasts agree, as trucks like this original Chevy are some of
our hottest sellers...because they are trucks!
For consignment and your enjoyment, a very nicely restored
Chevrolet 1/2-ton pickup, retaining its original styling just as it
was on the showroom floor 66 years ago. An advanced design, from
Chevrolet was billed as stronger, larger and sleeker, and the first
re design since WW2. This truck is a short wheelbase 1/2 ton
3100.
Exterior
Bathed in well done Green there is barely a flaw to be found, or
gap out of line on this truck. Originality was the restorers key,
and it has it from the front grille and bumper, to the badging, to
the 5-window setup cab, all the way through the bed which is lined
with near perfect oak. Black wall tires with Chevrolet moon caps
add to the utilitarian look. A pair of contrasting black running
boards flank each side and are in unscathed condition. For work
only on this great example, although it is quite the shower!
Interior
Sprayed in warm gray, the full metal dash with its pristine
original gauge setup, simple horizontal ribbed front dash, restored
steering wheel and shifter on the column, and a vinyl headliner
fronted by a long and flawless dark tan vinyl bench. Door panels
are dark brown over gray ribbed panels, and retain their original
but restored chromed window cranks, and door openers. Keeping in
the work look, the floors are covered with black rubber, and have
not seen too many work boots on it.
Drivetrain
Opening the massive hood, we are met with a 216ci Inline 6-cylinder
engine, which has also undergone a restoration. It sits in a very
clean engine bay, has a 1-barrel carburetor with an oil bath air
cleaner attached to the top. Backing this 92hp engine is a 3-speed
fluid drive manual transmission, that shifts very smoothly.
Undercarriage
Appearing original it is covered with a wonderful patina of faded
paint, and minor surface rust. Structurally sound it takes on the
appearance of what an unpainted undercarriage would over time, but
time well spent in a garage or dry barn. Possibly new floorboards
were installed, but this has not been confirmed. A new exhaust
system has been installed, and drum brakes are on all 4
corners.
Overall a wonderful restoration retaining the original
undercarriage, and meticulous attention to the above appearance.
Mechanically sound, this truck starts easily, and runs like its
1953 all over again.
VIN Decode
H53B009482
H-3100 Series
53-1953
B-Baltimore MD Assy Plant
009482-Sequential Unit Number
Classic Auto Mall is a 336,000-square foot classic and special
interest automobile showroom, featuring over 300 vehicles for sale
with showroom space for up to 1,000 vehicles. Also, a 400 vehicle
barn find collection is on display.
This vehicle is located 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.