Celebrating our 65 year anniversary! This family owned and operated
business was established in 1960, making us the oldest classic car
dealership in America. Special thank you to all our customers for
entrusting us to park the car of your dreams in your driveway while
preserving automotive history for future generations to embrace and
enjoy.
-Grams family & Volo Museum staff
INTRODUCTION: Big back window, big wheels, and big power equal big
smiles! Not only was this truck frame-off restored, the original
frame was replaced with a custom chassis for modern performance and
handling. Under the hood is a modern LS engine paired with an
overdrive automatic transmission, and yes-it has air conditioning.
This one delivers classic looks with modern comfort, making every
drive an absolute pleasure.
EXTERIOR: You can't beat lipstick red and when it's on a 55 Chevy
stepside that's been lowered and given a fantastic set of wheels,
it's even that much better! Overall the body is very solid and
straight, it's been stripped of all its emblems and trim for a nice
clean look. The red paint is polished very smooth and glossy, you
will find some minor flaws if you look for them. The windshield was
replaced, the side vent windows were eliminated so it has new one
piece glass in the doors and it has the big back window which is
original. The chrome up front including the grille, bumper and
bezels have been replaced. In back is a roll pan with a recessed
license plate. The 20 inch Boze wheels are killer looking, extra
wide in back and they are wrapped in performance tires.
INTERIOR: The dash has been filled and smoothed and a lower panel
was custom fabricated. All of the interior metal was painted gloss
red. It has Slosh Tub bucket seats and a buddy seat that folds down
for an armrest with cup holders. It also has door panel inserts,
new armrests, handles, headliner and visors. Down on the floor is a
red carpet and a Locar shifter. The custom instrument cluster
lights up red. The lower dash panel is home to the a/c controls and
vents, the Holley screen, a stereo and the button for push button
start! The leather cushion grip steering wheel is very comfortable,
especially when you adjust the tilt column just right.
ENGINE COMPARTMENT: This LS3 6.2 liter motor features a Hi-Ram
Holley EFI intake with a big polished throttle body and polished
intake tube. It also has custom polished coil covers giving it the
look of a big block. The front of the motor has a serpentine drive
system with a 1 wire alternator and a mini air conditioning
compressor. Other features include stainless headers and power
brake system. The truck runs cool with a Champion aluminum
radiator, aluminum water pump and overflow bottle along with an
electric fan and stainless hoses. The engine bay is painted gloss
red and the firewall is custom made to accommodate this motor.
TRUNK COMPARTMENT: The tailgate functions as it did in 1955 with
chrome chains holding it up! Inside has a diamond plate floor with
custom wheel tubs to accommodate the big tires. The shiny diamond
plate box is the fuel tank and there's a compartment with the
battery in it. A tonneau cover is easily Velcroed in place and
keeps whatever is in back dry and clean.
UNDERSIDE: It is sitting on a complete custom chassis with a boxed
frame with tubular supports and tubular engine cradle. Up front is
an independent suspension with coilover adjustable gas shocks, rack
and pinion steering. In back is a ladder bar 4 link system with
triangulated bar and coilover adjustable gas shocks. The custom
exhaust runs neatly along the frame and has Flowmaster mufflers and
turn down tips. It also has electric dumps that operate by remote,
you can really let people know you've arrived! Upgraded with
drilled discs at all four wheels. Looking up at the motor it has a
Holly aluminum oil pan and a high torque starter. The trans is a
4L60E overdrive automatic which sends power to a 9 inch rear with
4.11 posi gears. The floor is clean metal painted black.
SERVICE: We take pride in our cars and reputation. Therefore, we
built a 2 million dollar, 10,000 square ft service center, and
hired a team of technicians to service the essentials on every car
we sell.
CONCLUSION: America is obsessed with trucks new or old and here is
a stunning example of one. Elevate your tailgating!
For nearly 30 years, I, Jay Grams, have personally written the
highlights for almost every car in our collection. What I provide
is my professional opinion based on my experience with these
vehicles. However, opinions can vary, and I strongly recommend a
personal inspection to form your own view. Our sales team is always
available to answer any questions you may have. One great option is
to request a personalized walk-around video, where we can showcase
the car and share our team's insights. **Our cars are displayed
within a museum setting. If you are interested in a specific
vehicle, please schedule an appointment with a salesperson to view
it. Without an appointment, there is an admission fee to enter the
showroom. If you decide to purchase a car, your admission will be
refunded, and you'll receive a one-year museum membership.
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Air conditioning
Power brakes
4 wheel disc brakes
Rack & pinion steering
Holley EFI
4.11 posi
Custom chassis
Bucket seats
Console
Stereo
Tilt column
Leather wheel
Custom gauges
Boze wheels
