Vehicle Description
Chevrolet trucks like this 1958 Apache were probably the first
pickups that were actually designed to take into account that maybe
folks wanted their trucks to look good as well as haul stuff.
Showing off its bright red paint and comfortable interior, this
Apache never fails to elicit a smile from everyone who sees it. And
with a 383 stroker motor inside, it's no slouch in the performance
department, either.
Trucks were still practically tools in '58, but that doesn't mean
people weren't using them for other things, and those were the
folks Chevrolet was trying to attract. As a result, this handsome
Apache has plenty in common with the other vehicles in the lineup
and today stands tall as an icon of 1950s styling. Sure, there are
a few modifications that give it a clean, unadorned look, but
nothing can disguise the brilliance of the design. Even up close,
the bodywork stands up to scrutiny, suggesting that the work was
very well done and it's been well maintained ever since. There's
lots of detail, too, from the ridges on the hood to the
forward-canted stepside fenders that give an impression of motion.
There's not much chrome left, since the hood ornament, door
handles, and hood trim was shaved and the grille was painted to
match the body, but you can't argue with the results. Out back,
there's a custom roll pan molded into the sides of the bed, and
speaking of the bed, it's finished with handsome wood planks,
stainless steel rub strips, and spray-in bedliner.
The beautiful tan leather interior isn't stock, of course, but it's
far more stylish and comfortable than the original sticky vinyl.
That's a custom bench that does a good impression of buckets, but
the center armrest includes a pair of cup holders to add a little
practicality. Carpets on the floor help control noise and heat,
making it feel far more luxurious inside than you'd expect, and
matching door panels give the interior a neat two-tone look that
works quite well. A polished tilt steering column and billet wheel
highlight the driver's side of the cab, along with a full array of
Auto Meter instruments in a neat V-shaped pod. There's no radio and
the center of the dash has been smoothed and refinished, with the
controls for the A/C system tucked underneath in a neat custom
panel with a pair of eyeball vents.
Chevy's small-block V8 was a natural choice in the sporty Apache,
with this one carrying a 383 cubic inch stroker motor that makes
for an entertaining drive. Drenched in Chevy Orange paint and
carrying a chrome air cleaner on the Holley 4-barrel carb, it
certainly looks bright and clean under the hood. With just 4000
miles on the build it still looks fresh and runs great, with a
smooth power curve that's extremely impressive. Power heads aft
through a 700R4 4-speed automatic transmission and a 10-bolt rear
end, and a dual exhaust system with twin tailpipes just ahead of
the rear wheels has just the right V8 rumble. An independent
suspension with power steering and front disc brakes makes it easy
to handle for anyone, so hit the road. Blacked-out Torque Thrust
wheels have a cool look that's traditional but up-to-date, and they
sit on 255/70/15 BFGoodrich T/A radials.
A neat old truck with a ton of character, this Apache shows you
that form doesn't necessarily have to follow function and tools can
still be beautiful. Call today!