1939 Chevrolet Pickup

Description

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The 1939 Chevy pickup is a seminal part of American automotive history. Produced by Chevrolet, their '39 pickup belongs to the newly released AK series, which was manufactured from 1939 to 1941. This Art Deco-inspired truck showcases a streamlined and modern design, differentiating it from previous models. The 1939 Chevy pickup features a distinct rounded exterior, a chrome grille with horizontal bars, and a range of body styles, including a half-ton pickup, panel truck, and canopy express truck. Powered by a reliable "Stovebolt" six-cylinder engine, this truck offered durability and versatility for both work and personal use. It remains highly regarded among vintage truck enthusiasts and collectors who appreciate its timeless styling and significant place in American automotive heritage.

Highlights

• Offered from the Gateway Automobile Museum Collection

• Fun, vintage driver

• Restored with alternate color beltline in black with dual gold pinstripes

• Hand-painted, dual-color Chevrolet tail-gate lettering

• Hand-painted Chevrolet valve cover lettering

• PerTronix Flame-Thrower ignition coil

• Optima "red-top" battery

• 12-volt electrics and alternator

• Newer, dual-exhaust system

• Low, eight-foot oak wood truck bed

• Gloss black running boards

• Steel artillery-style wheels with Chevrolet hubcaps

• Firestone FR38 radial tires

Features

• Converted to two-speed Powerglide automatic transmission

• Red vinyl and velour upholstered seats

• Black three-spoke steering wheel

• Black painted dashboard

• Dual fuel and water temperature gauge

• Speedometer with odometer

• Dual Voltmeter and oil pressure gauge

• Roll up windows

• Glovebox with auxiliary Stewart-Warner fuel gauge

• Stopray taillights

• Driver-side windshield wiper

• Driver-side door mirror

Known Imperfections

• Please note that while all of the lots on offer in the Gateway Museum Collection are currently roadworthy, the lots will benefit from additional mechanical attention before being driven to address any imperfections associated with long-term static display or individual preferences. All lots are sold as is, where is.

• Likely non-functioning main fuel gauge

• Transmission fluid drips

• Weathered oak truck bed

• Included

Previous Ownership History

This 1939 Chevrolet Light-Delivery Pickup formed part of the Gateway Collection as an outdoor showpiece displayed under a portico near the entrance to the Gateway Automobile Museum.

Additional Notes

A Broad Arrow Group Car Specialist is working as an agent on behalf of the owner for this vehicle.

Contact: Donnie Gould Phone: 954.647.0779 email: donnie.gould@broadarrowgroup.com

Optional vehicle service contract available for $525. Learn more about the program here.