1955 Chevrolet 5 window NC rust free truck, GMC, 1950, 1951, 1952, 1953, 1954
1955 Chevrolet Other Pickups Description
My EBAY Auctions are very different than most -I will tell you EVERYTHING I KNOW ABOUT THIS TRUCK!
In 1955 Chevrolet had 2 different versions - a Series #1 and a Series #2
This is the more popular early Series #1This style body was used from 1948 through the first 3 months of 1955This is the more desirable hard to find 5 window varietyVery rare - this body style was only produced during the first 3 months of 1955!
This is a 3 owner 74000 mile truck from North CarolinaI have a North Carolina title in handIt is virtually a rust free southern truck with a terrific body and frameIt underwent a total professional restoration in 2009The bottoms of cab were lightly rusted and replaced with metal panels
- This has the single piece windshieldthat began with the 1954 trucks!
- 1955 was the first year of the 12 volt system with a new wiring harness
- The body was dismantled, stripped of the original paint and refinished
- They used a base coat clear coat process
- The clear coat was a "mat" finish to give it the old look and is magnificent!
- The truck has a 3" drop with a lowered front axle and rear end
- The 235 engine 6 cylinder was totally rebuilt
- A Saginaw 4 speed transmission replaced the original 3 speed
- The rear end was changed over to a 3:55 gear ratio
- It starts right up, idles smoothly and goes down the road like it should
- You can drive this truck anywhere!
- The points ignition was upgraded with an electric ignitionsystem
- The wiper motor was converted to electric
- A new gas tank and sending unit was installed
- The heater and most of the gauges work
- The original radio is in place but does not work
- The paint on the dash, inside the doors, etc are all original and nice
- All of the window operate as the should
- The lower drivers side windshield, passenger side vent and door glass have minor cracks
- The original seat was professionally rebuilt and and recovered
- Nice original steering column and steering wheel. The horn even works!
- The head liner is missing but a replacement is available.
- The brakes have been rebuilt and the emergency brake works!
- The original 16" wheels were painted red with like new trim
- New "Coker" brand wide white wall radials were installed
- A new oak bed was installed
- New side rails were added to the bed for that old style look
- The grille and bumpers are original
- The tailgated is rust free and new tailgate chains were added
This is a GREAT truck like it is or a perfect candidate for a V-8 conversion!
Call me with any questions or offers - REGGIE MARTIN (678)488-5461
I always encourage inspections before the end of the auctionThis truck is in my warehouse 45 miles north of the Atlanta AirportI live in Cumming GA zip code 30041The truck will stay in my possession until the funds clear. NO EXCEPTION!This truck is up for sale locally and I may end the auction early
Payment by CASH, wire transfer (preferred) or bank check....ONLY$1000 deposit due within 48 hours of the end of the auctionBalance due within 7 days.
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