Vehicle Description
So it turns out that trucks make pretty cool rods, as this 1955
Chevy 3100 so ably demonstrates. All the usual tricks work here,
and with a strong-running 350 under the hood and an overdrive
transmission, what you get when you're done is a fast, fun, and
surprisingly practical hauler that will attract a ton of attention
wherever it goes.
First of all, the electric blue paint is an eyeball magnet that
grabs your attention without beating you over the head. Enjoy being
subtle and staying under the radar with this one, but once you stop
expect to be the center of attention, because it looks like a
million bucks. Fortunately, it's more than up to all that scrutiny,
with great details and excellent workmanship and even though it's
been driven a bit, it still looks spectacular. The bodywork, which
was already dramatic right out of the box, looks even better with a
semi-monochromatic look that works rather well. Those gorgeous
bumpers that are directly descended from the passenger car lineup
to give the '55 Chevy trucks a much more finished look, and it
works extremely well here. The bed is meant to be utilized and
includes a lock box for your tools. Don't be afraid to put this one
to work!
The interior has been given a full makeover as well, and the
working-class accommodations have been replaced by two-tone
button-tufted vinyl. The bench seat is a natural fit in the 3100's
cab and wears a custom-stitched seat cover that has a definite '50s
flair. Light gray carpets are the right and keep it from being too
dark, and the color-matched door panels have been as nicely
finished as the bodywork. The instrument panel has been stuffed
full of restored factory gauges, which are joined by a pair of
auxiliary dials on the left. Under-dash A/C utilizes R134a
refrigerant, and even though it's not currently blowing cold, it's
easy to service and it's so nicely integrated into the overall
design that you may not even notice it at first glance, which is
entirely the point. There's also a Pioneer AM/FM/CD stereo head
unit in the original slot under the center grille, and finishing it
off is a late-model Chevrolet truck steering wheel atop a tilt
column, so it's easy to get comfortable.
A built 350 cubic inch small block has been nestled into the engine
bay and while it isn't dressed for show, service access is very
good and the hardware is well-proven. A 4-barrel carburetor,
aluminum intake manifold, and modern ignition system make it
reliable as well as fun to drive, and upgrades like a modern
alternator, dual reservoir master cylinder, power disc brakes, and
power steering mean you can take it anywhere, anytime. Underneath,
there are a pair of long-tube headers and a custom exhaust system
that dumps just ahead of the rear wheels and sounds fantastic,
while a 700R4 4-speed automatic overdrive transmission spins a
10-bolt rear end. Shiny American Racing aluminum wheels wear fat
255/60/15 Goodyear radials that fill the big fenders just
right.
Trucks like this don't happen by accident and aren't available very
often. Take this opportunity to get a great one and call now!
