We at The Journal love featuring stories about vehicles being restored as sentimental artifacts of family history. Back in August, we talked about an Acura that I restored in memory of my friend’s mother, who had passed away. I came across a similar story, except this one had to do with a truck that was fixed up for its owner who, despite having some health struggles, was still around to drive and enjoy it.
The Pick of the Day is a 1948 Chevrolet 3100 pickup listed for sale on ClassicCars.com by a private seller in Phoenix, Arizona. (Click the link to view the listing)
“We are offering a unique opportunity to own a piece of our family’s history,” the listing says. “This truck has been in our family for over 50 years and holds a special value in our hearts. It was my father’s daily driver during his 25-year tenure at the General Motors assembly plant in Van Nuys, California, and the truck that my entire baseball team would pile into the bed of for a drive to practice.”
Chevrolet’s “Advance Design” light-duty and medium-duty pickups were produced from 1947 to 1955. They were incredibly popular in the marketplace, with sales numbers outpacing those of other manufacturers during that span. Chevrolet promoted its trucks for having “All-around value, all around the farm.” One of the features that set them apart was a cab that was “flexi-mounted” (cushioned on rubber) and had more foot room, more seating space and better visibility compared to prior models.
The listing itemizes some of the key attributes of this special truck. It rides on a lowered coilover suspension and is equipped with a Mustang II steering system, four-wheel power-assisted Wilwood disc brakes, a stainless-steel exhaust with Flowmaster mufflers, new chrome trim, and custom American Racing wheels. The complete restoration was performed by Kandy Shop Creations in Mesa, Arizona, and the truck has been driven just over 1,000 miles since that time.
Power is provided by a 383ci small-block V8 equipped with a Fi-Tech fuel-injection system, and a 700R4 four-speed automatic transmission sends torque to the rear wheels.
The listing concludes, “This truck is not just a vehicle; it is a testament to American craftsmanship. It has been meticulously restored with attention to detail and care, making it a perfect addition to any classic car collection.”
Let’s help find the truck a good home! The asking price is $64,000.
To view this listing on ClassicCars.com, cruise over to Pick of the Day.
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