Vehicle Description
1952 Chevrolet Suburban - 5 Year Rotisserie Restoration - Restored
to Factory Specifications - Antique Automobile Club of America
(AACA) Winner for Commercial Best of Show and Preservation Award -
216ci Inline 6 Cylinder - 3 on the Tree Manual - Incredible Example
Noted as the longest running nameplate in automotive history, the
Suburban gained mainstream acceptance starting in the 1990s as
station wagons declined in popularity. Folks simply didn't want to
drive their parent's cars. But SUVs have been around for a lot
longer than that; the first model that could be considered an
archetype dates all the way back to 1935 with the Chevrolet
Suburban Carryall. The 1935 first generation Carryall Suburban was
one of the first production all-metal bodied station wagons, which
we now consider a prominent part of the SUV family. The Chevrolet
Suburban brand has been a staple of Chevrolet's truck lineup for
decades and very few in the automotive community are aware that
this model was built on the 3100 ½ ton truck platform. Designed and
marketed to those with larger families, the Suburban became known
for the ability to seat a minimum of 8 passengers or haul as much
gear as you desire. The Suburban of today retains some of the
original charm that it was first debuted with including three rows
of seating, a full pickup frame underneath, and an all powerful V8
engine. Offered here is a stunning 1952 Chevrolet Suburban that has
undergone a 5-year rotisserie restoration that has brought it back
to factory specifications. The previous owner has stated that as
part of the restoration, 99% of the parts used were NOS that were
sourced from all over the country to retain as much authenticity as
possible and to be judged at the highest standards available. No
details have been spared as this is an incredible example of an
American icon. This truck fires up with ease, engages into gear
very nicely and runs at 55 mph without hesitation. This Suburban
has had the pleasure of being judged by the Vintage Chevrolet Club
of America on three different occasions as well as been invited to
the Antique Automobile Club of America (AACA) Hershey Fall meet,
which are both great honors. In 1991, this truck scored 986 points
out of 1000 points, winning the Commercial Best of Show award. But
this was not the end of this Suburban's award run. In 2009, it
received a score of 991 out of 1000, and then in 2013, it scored
989 points, giving it the ultimate honor of being awarded the
Preservation Award. It is no small feat to obtain any of these
honors as the judges for these awards are very meticulous valuing
every detail, down to confirming the right bolts are used. There is
no debate that this Suburban is truly a work of art and a beautiful
vehicle. With delicate features like grey pinstriping and bright
red paint, this truck is in a league of its own. Outfitted with
chestnut interior with brown trim, running boards, rubber front
floor mat, AM radio, and a 216ci inline 6-cylinder engine that
boasts 91hp, this truck not only looks good but tackles the road
with ease. Included in the sale are numerous documents and
literature such as judging sheets, pictures throughout the
restoration, and owner's and shop manuals. Some may call the
Suburban Carryall the O.G. SUV and we cannot disagree. Always ready
for any family adventure or epic journey, the Chevrolet Suburban is
one of a kind. This example is one of the best! Please call if
interested or e-mail with specific questions. Thank you for
looking.
