1953 Chevrolet 3100 Pickup

Description

OFFERED WITHOUT RESERVE

After World War II, Chevrolet resumed civilian vehicle production and rolled out their new "Advance Design" pickups in May 1947. These trucks boasted modern features such as vent windows, a restyled grill in 1951, and a single-piece windshield in 1954. They were initially powered by the 216 cu-in "Stovebolt" inline-six-cylinder engine, which was later upgraded to the new "Thriftmaster" six-cylinder engine. In 1954, an automatic transmission was added to the ever-expanding list of options and Chevrolet remained the leading truck manufacturer by continuously improving their designs. Today, these trucks are highly sought after by enthusiasts and collectors for their simple yet impressive design features, and even after almost 70 years, a wide variety of suppliers still support them. 

Highlights 

• Finished in dark blue with a dark blue interior with velour inserts on the seats 

• Powered by a 235 cu-in “Thriftmaster” inline-six-cylinder mated to a three-speed column shifted manual transmission 

• Outfitted with an oak-varnished bed floor, matching bed rails, and custom-made oak chest in the bed 

• Velour headliner with the Chevrolet bowtie embossed in the ceiling and pink flowers in both B-pillars 

• Tuff Coat bed liner sprayed on the inner metal bedsides 

• Chrome plated 15 inch steel wheels with chrome hub caps 

• Please note that while this truck displays just over 18,000 miles at the time of listing, the true mileage is unknown 

Features 

• Original General Motors heater 

• Bench seat 

• Running boards 

• Locking glove box 

• Functional vent windows 

• Roll-up side windows 

• Carpeted floor covering 

• Split windshield 

• Chrome bumpers 

• Dual side view mirrors 

• AM Radio 

• Pop-up cowl vent 

• Dual sun visors 

• Medium window tint 

• Split exhaust manifold with dual exhaust system 

Known Imperfections 

• Chipped paint on the front left fender next to the grille 

Included 

• Custom made oak chest 

• Brochures 

• Operator’s manual 

• Service manual  

• Various awards and trophies from car shows 

Ownership History 

The current owner reports that they purchased this 1953 Chevrolet 3100 approximately eight years ago, with the previous owner installing the custom headliner in the truck. 

Additional Notes 

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

Contact: Craig Zimmerman  Phone: 586.707.5811‬  email: czimmerman@hagerty.com