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1956 Chevy Big Window Long-bed Stepside, Runs And Drives on 2040-cars

Year:1956 Mileage:55830
Location:

San Jose, California, United States

San Jose, California, United States
Advertising:

Up for sale is a 56 Chevy 3200 series 1/2 ton long-bed step-side with the big rear window. Don’t see many of these around at least I haven’t.  The truck is about 99 percent original showing 55K miles, but cannot confirm if true or not.  Has the 235 6-cyl with a granny 4-speed, radio delete with an aftermarket heater.

 

The truck does run and drive, but could us a good tune-up, carb adjustment, intake exhaust gasket (donut type) and a brake adjustment. Truck starts up right away and idles on it’s own. Emergency brake still works. I drove the truck off a flat-bed tow rig , down the street and parked in drive-way. Has a strong clutch and trans with all gears shifting smoothly. Brakes do work but again, could use some attention.

 

All the lights and gauges work, has the original 15” steel rims, 6-lug with original hubcaps and original wood bed still in ok condition.  Front and rear windows are fine except a small BB size hole in the front windshield.  Front floor is solid with no rust or rot. Cab corners are also very solid. Passenger door shows some rust/rot at the bottom.  Drivers door needs an adjustment and will not close and window is cracked. The latch does in gage with the door handle and Probably a simple fix but I’m not a body-man.  The truck needs body-work/paint and is very restorable.  Front seat is in excellent shape and is either original, or was re-upholstered years ago.  Truck still retains the original black and yellow plates, has a clear title and is on a non-op with no back fees. Original steering wheel in nice shape with no cracks.

 

The holes you see in both doors have been plugged with silicone where large mirrors were placed and removed. I have the smaller chrome type, along with new taillight lenses.  Spare tire carrier is under the rear of bed, bumper jack and another door panel under the front seat as well. Ignition keys seem to also be original.

 

The original color was the ocean green.  Truck was painted a tan many years ago and then white.  This truck was a mess when I got it showing all these colors.  I basically sanded the entire truck down, looking for existing body damage.  I then primered in flat white.  History of vehicle: Was used for years by a church nestled in the hills as a security vehicle and then retired to a warehouse where is was stored for at least 20 years, along with another pick-up.  Previous owner I purchased the vehicle from, basically used the truck on his 20+ acres for hauling and other needs for the past 12-14 years.  The vehicle was left out in the elements.

 

I have placed a reasonable reserve based on overall condition of vehicle. If you have any questions, please e-mail or call me direct at (408) 448-1717.  Buyer is responsible for their own shipping, towing etc: I accept Paypal for a non-refundable deposit of $500.00 and must be received within 24 hrs at the close of auction.  Balance can be made with cash in person, cashier’s check and/or a money order. Vehicle is for sale locally and will end auction if sold. Thanks for viewing.

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