For Sale: 1956 Chevrolet Flatbed in Mesa, Arizona

This 1956 Chevrolet Flatbed pickup is powered by a Thriftmaster 235ci inline-six mated to a four-speed SM460 manual transmission. Finished in light blue over a brown vinyl interior, this two-wheel-drive dually is now offered by the seller with a clear title.

Highlights

• Wood flatbed with removable sides 
• Underwent 12-volt conversion 
• Dual rear wheels 

Ownership History                                                                            

• Offered by a private seller
• Current location: Arizona

EXTERIOR

• Light blue paint 
• Wood flatbed with removable sides 
• Wood headache rack 
• Color-matched front bumper 

Updates

• Exterior was repainted in a non-original color in 2021
• Newer windshield 

WHEELS AND TIRES                                                                                   

• 14-inch white wheels 
• 9R22.5 Samson GL274A radial tires 

INTERIOR

• Brown vinyl upholstery
• Bench seat 
• Floor-mounted transmission shifter 
• Floor-mounted parking brake

INSTRUMENTS

• Gauges
  • 100-mph speedometer
  • Oil pressure
  • Temperature
  • Amperage 
  • Fuel 
• Odometer shows 71,564 miles
  • Title reads mileage-exempt

ENGINE AND TRANSMISSION

Engine

• Thriftmaster 235ci inline-six
  • 140 horsepower at 4,200 rpm 
  • 210 lb-ft of torque at 2,000 rpm 
  • 8.0:1 compression ratio 
  • Single-barrel carburetor 

Transmission

• Four-speed SM460 manual 

Service History Highlights 

• Head was rebuilt in 2023
• Newer battery 

UNDERCARRIAGE, SUSPENSION, BRAKES, AND EXHAUST                              

• Two-speed rear end 
• Drop hitch assembly 
• Drum brakes 
• Single-exit exhaust system 

KNOWN IMPERFECTIONS

• Rust is visible on the bottom of the driver-side door, rocker panels, wheels, flat bed, and undercarriage components 
• Fender-mounted turn signals have been removed
• Dashboard panels show signs of age 
• Paint overspray is seen in several places
• Fender trim is missing
• Other cosmetic blemishes as seen in the photos