1955 1st Series Chevrolet Delux Cab Short Box Half Ton Pick Up Truck on 2040-cars
Council Bluffs, Iowa, United States
Body Type:Pickup Truck
Engine:235 inline 6 cylinder
Vehicle Title:Clear
Number of Cylinders: 6
Make: Chevrolet
Model: Other Pickups
Trim: deluxe
Cab Type (For Trucks Only): 5 window
Drive Type: rear wheel drive
Warranty: none
Sub Model: delux
Mileage: 90,448
Exterior Color: medium blue
This is the last of it's kind. Produced only three months into 1955. Different in that it has a one piece windshield and an open drive line instead of a torque tube like older models. This was a Texas truck kept in dry storage for 40 years. Body is very straight, clean and rust free. Paint is old and not original. Floor is near perfect with only a dime-sized hole in the trans cover plate which is replaceable.
Original matching numbers engine goes with truck if you want it. It needs to be rebuilt, but has a rebuilt head attached. It has been nicely replaced with a 1961 235 and 12-volt alternator. Original 3-speed column shift trans shifts nice. Have replaced or rebuilt brakes including wheel and master cylinder, carburetor, clutch, pressure plate, fuel pump, door glass, headlight switch and all locks and handles with matching key sets. This truck is all original except for newer engine and 15 inch wheels with decent tires.
For the record, this truck does need a few things. Grill and front bumper has been dented. Leaving that choice to the new owner, they can be replace through many suppliers. Windshield, back glass and wing windows will need replacing. Corner curved glass is good. Needs hood latch and bed flooring.
I have described condition the best I can. If you have further questions, please call Dave at 402-650-3813. Winning bidder is required to deposit $500 which is non-refundable into my Pay-Pal account within 2-days from auction end. Balance due before releasing truck and clear title. Buyer to arrange shipping. I can assist with loading.
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