Vehicle Description
STK 3122 1948 Chevrolet Thriftmaster 5-Window
By today's standards, this Chevy pick-up should be considered a
Silverado from another time. From the 5-window cab, to the
distinctive solid oak bed, this '48 Thriftmaster resto-pickup from
Texas is an eye-catcher. The frame-off restoration is highlighted
by a professional 2-stage Ebony Black respray that is in good
condition. All chrome/stainless is new and 17" American Torque
Thrust polished alloys mount 50-series Toyo radials. This
Thriftmaster has also been lowered slightly and the result is a
great look. The interior is very well thought out. Comfortable
custom reclining bucket seats are reupholstered in red vinyl and
accents include matching door cards and headliner. There are new
carpets, new original-style gauges, a custom wheel, tilt column and
refinished dash w/pinstripping. All weather-stripping has also been
replaced, window glass is new and electrics have been converted to
12 volts. The nicely detailed engine compartment houses a
small-block Chevy that is said to have been rebuilt. (We are not
sure of the cubic inch displacement - sounds and runs like a 350,
but it may be a 305/327??) Upgrades include a mild cam, polished
Edelbrock intake, Edelbrock 4-barrel and HEI ignition. The engine
is nicely dressed with chrome accents and exhaust passes through
stainless tube headers to a Flowmaster dual exhaust system. Cooling
requirements are handled by an aluminum radiator, stainless hoses
and 6-blade fan. A 700R4 automatic transmission w/column shift is
linked to a GM 10-bolt differential w/street gearing. The painted
chassis is fitted with a Camaro front sub-frame with new
suspension/steering components. Power steering is matched with
power disc/drum brakes that utilize a dual master cylinder. This
sharp Chevy Thriftmaster will not be in our inventory long. ALL
VEHICLES SOLD "AS IS".
