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1958 GMC rare V8 NAPCO 4x4 original western high desert survivor barn find 4WD

Location: Fort Harrison, Montana, United States
Condition: Used
Make: GMC
Model: NAPCO
Year: 1958
Mileage: 999,999
VIN: 1028P******
Engine size: V8
Fuel: Gasoline
Drive type: manual
Options: 4-Wheel Drive
Vehicle Title: Clear

1958 GMC NAPCO Description

For sale:Rare 1958 GMC 100 NAPCO half ton 4x4. I believe this to be a factory-built NAPCO, it still has "4WD" factory chalk marks on the cowl. Transfer case crossmember is riveted, t-case shifter hole is factory, and it has the 5600 GVW. Desirable factory V8 truck with positraction rear end and electric wipers, this was as good as it got in 58. The truck lived a typical western life of hauling hay bales and mending fence on a large ranch in the dry Montana high desert, land of the sagebrush and prickly pear cactus. I've owned it for a little over a year and had some fun with it, but recently bought a couple of very low mile early Chevy 4x4s out of an estate, and since I'm not Jay Leno, need to sell this truck to fund that purchase. I don't think you'll find another like this one, great truck for your gentleman's ranch, or have the only one at Cars N Coffee. Prepare to be mobbed at the gas station!
Exterior: Original paint survivor wearing some great patina, very dry with only minor rust. This is arid country and the truck has never seen salt. See detail pics in Photobucket album linked below. Pretty straight for a 60-year old truck, a few dents, one on top of driver side fender, one in cab roof and tailgate is bent. Original wood in bed is intact with some broken spots. Windshield is cracked. Grille emblem and park lights missing, if you're patient they do come up on Ebay. I located a GMC hood emblem, not shown in pics but is included. Driver door hinge is worn and you have to slam driver door to close it. Overall good survivor to restore or drive as is while you sort it.
Interior: Original in good condition, factory seat has been redone and looks great. Again, very clean for a 60 year old truck. Gauges are sun baked but working, speedo is non-op, so not sure of the actual mileage. Very dry truck with only a couple of minor rust spots on driver floor, see detail pics in Photobucket album linked below. Area above windshield where all these Task Force trucks rust is dry and clean on this one. Haven't sorted all the lights and accessories, that will need to be done before driving.
Mechanical: Starts, runs, drives and stops fine. Truck hadn't run for years when I got it, the following work was done to bring it up to driver status:
New fuel tank and sending unitOil changed and trans, t-case and diffs checked and filledBrakes bled, u-joints replaced on trans to t-case driveshaft
New fuel pump, new coolant and thermostat (heater core bypassed)
New battery and alternator (converted to alternator by previous owner)All chassis, steering, and driveshaft zerks cleaned and greasedNew spark plugs and brakes bled
Engine was upgraded to the more robust 1959 336 motor when the original 336 gave up. A real gem of a powerplant, it's a GMC branded underbored 389 Pontiac- very torquey. Mileage unknown on the motor, runs smooth and quiet with no major leaks. Does smoke a bit at startup, but it's getting better the more I run it. 4x4 works in high and low range and truck still has the original hubs. I've driven it a few times up to approx 40-45 mph. I didn't go any faster as bias ply 7.50-16 traction tires are old and cracked, and they follow every rut. Posi rear end works. Lights and accessories have not been sorted, haven't hooked up heater core. It's an old truck, and old trucks need work, that's part of the fun in this hobby.

Misc: Includes NAPCO shop manual and vintage Hi-Lift jack that came with the truck. Title is clear and in my name. If you've been looking for a NAPCO, you know that prices on these trucks are nutty. They are rare and don't come up often in good condition. This truck will sell, NO RESERVE.
LINK TO ADDITIONAL PICS INCLUDING UNDERSIDE - pics in this online album, just ask if you need more. (copy and paste) http://s261.photobucket.com/user/burgundyamx/library/58Napco?sort=9&page=1
Photobucket is clunky, just close all the popups. I'm looking for another hosting site. If you have trouble viewing the pics, try the Firefox browser.
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****Shipping will be from Helena, MT. I-15 and I-90 both very near, transport is reasonable. Zip code for shipping quote use 59601*****
You are welcome and encouraged to personally inspect the truckprior to bidding.I'm not a dealer, I don't do this for a living, I'm an enthusiast. If you'd like any detailed photos of a specific area of the truck, just ask! I have many photos of it but will be glad to take more if needed. Please ask any questions you like before bidding. You will be answered quickly and honestly.Truck transport isreadily available and reasonable. Buyer needs to get insurance as soon as truck is paid for as I will cancel mine at that time.

AS IS NO WARRANTY
This vehicle is being sold as is, where is with no warranty, expressed written or implied. The seller shall not be responsible for the correct description, authenticity, genuineness, or defects herein, and makes no warranty in connection therewith. No allowance or set aside will be made on account of any incorrectness, imperfection, defect or damage. Any descriptions or representations are for identification purposes only and are not to be construed as a warranty of any type. It is the responsibility of the buyer to have thoroughly inspected the vehicle, and to have satisfied himself or herself as to the condition and value and to bid based upon that judgement solely. The seller shall and will make every reasonable effort to disclose any known defects associated with this vehicle at the buyer's request prior to the close of sale. Seller assumes no responsibility for any repairs regardless of any oral statements about the vehicle.

Winning bidder must contactme within 24 hours of auction end and make arrangements for payment at that time. A $500.00 non-refundable deposit is due within 48 hours of end of auction. The remainder is due within 3 days of auction end. If no contact is made within 24 hoursI reserve the right to re-list the vehicle, sell it to the next high bidder, or sell it otherwise. Most banks and credit unions do not finance vehicles older than 1995, so make sure if financing that your financial institution accepts the year and miles of this vehicle before bidding. Please arrange financing prior to bidding. Payment is by bank wire only. Buyer is responsible for pickup or shipping of this vehicle. If you wish to have it shipped using a service,I recommend Certified Auto Shippers http://www.certifiedautoshippers.com, ask for Kathy Gant. If you are not sure about something, please ask! Do not assume anything not listed is included.I reserve the right to refuse bids with excessive negative feedback.I reserve the right to end the listing if the vehicle is no longer available for sale. Please do not bid on this auction unless you are serious about owning this vehicle. All non-paying high bidders will be reported to eBay and negative feedback will be posted. PLEASE ONLY BID WHAT YOU ARE WILLING TO PAY. IF THE RESERVE IS NOT MET,I MAY CONTACT THE HIGH BIDDER TO OFFER THE SECOND CHANCE OPTION.

************IF YOU ARE A ZERO FEEDBACK OR LOW FEEDBACK (under 5) DO NOT BID WITHOUT CONTACTING ME FIRST. YOUR BID WILL BE CANCELLED. THE LAST FEW AUCTIONS I'VE HAD WON BY LOW FEEDBACK BIDDERS HAVE BEEN NO-PAYS. EBAY AUCTIONS COST TIME AND MONEY. PLEASE DO NOT BID IF YOU ARE NOT PREPARED TO WIRE THE FUNDS. THANK YOU*************

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