Vehicle Description
1953 GMC Series 100-22: After WWII, Chevy came out the box with
completely redesigned vehicles. Drivers wanted a more comfortable
ride, equipped with better visibility and more width to the cargo
box. The Advanced-Design Half-Ton Pickup delivered on all those
requests. Produced from 1947 through 1953, the Advanced-Design
played a heavy role in Chevrolet's success during the first decade
after the War. Ratio of sale between cars and trucks dropped to
2.5:1, and Chevy hit 2 million sales (the first for any American
car maker) in 1950. Of all the Advanced-Design trucks produced, the
1953 GMC is coveted the most by collectors. Not only was 1953 the
final year of this body style but it was also the first year of the
highly desirable Hydramatic automatic transmission. Although it
shared many body panels with Chevrolet, the GMC was considered the
heavier duty work truck due to its stronger drivetrain. The
5-window (Deluxe Cab) offer here today was treated to an extensive
restoration in 2015. The majority of the truck was disassembled
before paint, the interior is all new, and the drivetrain was
completely rebuilt. Although this GMC retains its original
Hydramatic transmission, the engine was upgraded to a 302 inline-6
donated from a 1953 GMC wrecker. The extra cubic inches coupled
with the Hydramatic make the truck a blast to drive when compared
to other '47-'53s. As far as history, this truck remained in the
original family from 1953-2012. During that time, the truck spent
several years off the road. In total it was parked for apprx 40
years while it was in the custody of 2 different family members.
When purchased by the 2nd owner in 2012, it was treated to a full
restoration over the next 2 year period. Today this GMC stands tall
and will make the next owner proud. Additional highlights of this
build include; Custom Wood Stake-sides, Factory Visor, Chrome
Mirrors, Optima Battery, Rubber Bedmat, Full Spare, 16" Wheels, and
new 6.5-16 6-Ply Tires!