Vehicle Description
Without a doubt, this sleek silver machine is one of the most
interesting vintage trucks around that will be the hit of any car
show. So it's a good thing this 1940 Chevrolet Pickup restomod was
built to be a driver with a performance small block, Corvette front
end, upgraded frame, and much more. So dig into the details on a
truly unique stunner.
This might be a pre-war pickup, but the style you see here is far
from old-school. It takes this American hero, and transforms it
into a very enjoyable American hot rod. It starts with the deep
kind of sliver paint that can only come from a modern metallic
finish. An expertly eliminated front bumper means you can really
see the shine of the distinct grille that dips low on the front
end. And speaking of low, you have a great aggressive stance
accented by the 17-inch Budnik polished alloys. In fact, while the
body and running boards are steel, the fender are fiberglass units.
They are expertly integrated so that the modern wheels tuck in so
nicely. While you see modern touches, right down to the dual
exhaust tips, this one also never loses that classic style.
Everything from the two-piece windshield to the glossy cherry wood
in the truck bed keep a vintage vibe going in this restomod.
The interior continues this cool mix of classic and new. The
exterior silver returns on the metal pieces, and now it's joined by
a tasteful dark blue on the seat, door panels, and carpeting. This
is a secretly rewarding machine. For example, the bench seat is
finished in a supple leather; the dash has integrated controls for
provisions for air conditioning; and the headliner has a
well-integrated control for an AM/FM/CD changer stereo. You driving
position is quite comfortable thanks to a later model Chevy truck
steering wheel mounted on a tilt column. And if the full red glow
of the digital gauges didn't signal something special under the
hood, the growl this makes when you turn the key certainly
will.
The smooth inner walls of the engine bay and the tidy presentation
of the motor mean this one is ready to show off. But what you'll
really love is that this custom truck has a performance-built 350
cubic-inch V8. The information the consignor includes that this was
enhanced and fortified with a bored .40 over kit, Crane Cam 284
Energizer, 1.52 ratio roller rockers, Comp Cam valve springs,
three-angle valve seat, ported heads, and a Dart dual plane intake.
It inhales deeply with a Demon four-barrel carburetor, and it
exhales with authority as shorty headers feed a rumbling X-pipe
dual exhaust. The TH350 three-speed was built to handle this big
power effectively with a B&M shift kit, Kevlar clutch kit, and
2200 RPM torque converter. And this feeds a Camaro Positraction
rear end. As you look underneath this custom pickup, you're going
to see a strong fully-boxed frame, Corvette independent front
suspension, and a rear end upgraded with a central ladder bar and
sway bar. Add in power steering, power brakes w/discs up front, and
modern performance tires, it's easy to enjoy this powerful custom
Chevy.
The sale comes complete with restoration photos and service
manuals. The looks you get from people will be admiration, not
envy. After all, everyone loves a pre-war pickup done to an awesome
standard. So if you want all eyes on you, don't miss this deal.
Call now!