Vehicle Description
The bold purple paint instantly tells you that this is no factory
truck. But this 1953 Chevrolet 3100 5 Window Restomod impresses
with far more than just its paint. The triple-deuce stroker V8,
upgraded suspension, four-wheel disc brakes, and leather-lined A/C
interior are all there to prove to you that this one was done with
quality, proficiency, and power over every inch.
Shimirn 2 Purple is the name of the paint that grabs all your
attention. It's from the masters at House of Kolor, and so you know
they make finishes that love to radiate in the sunlight. While the
color is modern and vibrant, it also does a fantastic job of
highlighting the iconic curves of nearly 70-year-old sheetmetal.
And this Chevy celebrates its classic heritage in distinct ways.
For example, the iconic five bar grille is still there, and it even
has the correct white paint behind the slats. It's just a little
tougher to notice, because the chrome really shines like mirrors.
And there's a smooth color-matched locking tonneau over the bed.
But when you open it up, there's still real wood used for the floor
(it's just now a premium and beautiful maple.) Of course, the iron
cross headlights, lowered stance, and 17-inch American Racing
Hopster wheels are purely upgraded pieces to remind you that this
restomod has a ton of attitude.
The desirable five-window cab means it lets in more light to show
off this full custom setup. It starts with dual bucket seats with a
supple leather and enough bolstering for all-day comfort. The
tasteful mix of black and gray on the upholstery also continues in
the door panels, rear panel, and carpeting for a thoughtful overall
look. You get features on this classic 3100 pickup that you'd want
on a brand new truck, like a cup holder center console and sliding
rear glass. And many of the upgrades are integrated with care. The
power windows are operated by the classic-style cranks; the air
conditioning system is cleanly mounted below the dash; and while
the classic AM radio is on display, your real driving music comes
from an AM/FM/CD stereo with Bluetooth. There's even an upgraded
gauge package w/tach, long shifter with skull shift knob, and a
cool sports steering wheel with a design that fits the wheels and
lights on the exterior.
There are two reasons to show off this engine bay. First, it has
sleek inner walls and the components have an awesome shine. Second,
those three air grabbers are the instant sign of a triple-deuce
setup. And while we love the three dual-barrel Holley carbs on top,
there's a ton more to this motor. It's a 383 cubic-inch stroker V8
with a four-bolt main. It's enhanced and fortified with a Scat
crank, ICON pistons (9.1:1 compression), Edelbrock RPM performer
heads, ARP valve springs, Comp Cams hydraulic lifters, roller cam,
and Melling timing chain. It's supported by the right pieces,
including a March serpentine pulley system, steel braided lines, an
Optima red top battery, and an aluminum radiator. It fires up with
an awesome sound as ceramic-coated headers feed the H-pipe dual
exhaust. And don't just listen to this truck's rumble; follow the
pipes in the undercarriage photos. There you'll see this sits on a
later C10 frame that has been customized with stronger boxed front
and rear sections. The front end is a tubular A-arm setup from
Scotts Hotrods, and the rear is a No Limit Engineering four-link.
You'll also spot adjustable coilovers, newer bushings, and sway
bars front & rear. The TH400 three-speed automatic transmission is
the ideal balance of stout and smooth, and this feeds a 12-bolt
Positraction rear end. It makes for a great all-around driving
package that also includes power steering and four-wheel power disc
brakes with drilled & slotted rotors.
This truck is bold on the outside, comfy on the inside, powerful at
its heart, and competent on its feet. Now that you know the full
picture of this total package, you know you can't let this restomod
slip away. Call today!!!