Only 2,665 miles since a body off frame restoration. "Resto-rod"-
it retains it's original nostalgic look but is upgraded with modern
performance and reliability. This is a genuine 1940 all metal
Chevy. It has independent front suspension, 327 motor, automatic
trans and much more.
EXTERIOR: I think it's a good looking truck, I like the lowered
stance. It is restored to a high quality, it's not just a farm
truck. It is all metal- the cab, hood, box and fenders. It even has
rare original running boards, most have aftermarket. All the metal
is clean and straight. No rust or damage. Doors fit and shut like
new. The paint is polished very smooth and glossy, show quality.
The paint codes will be included. better than most truck finishes.
The windshield still cranks open. The windshields and door glass
have been replaced. The bumpers are painted. The chrome and
stainless grill looks new. The door handles have been replaced. New
tailgate chains. The headlights, turn signals and taillights are
original with 12 volt bulbs. It rides on radial tires with smoothy
hubcaps.
INTERIOR: The inside of the cab was gutted, prepped and painted
satin black. The doors are painted smooth and glossy blue. The
custom seat is very comfortable, it does have seatbelts. There is a
billet instrument bezel with white faced VDO gauges. It also has a
tilt column with a nice aluminum steering wheel and V-8 inscribed
in the horn button. The heater controls are mounted neatly under
the dash along with two 12 volt receptacles. It has all new wiring
with a push in fuse block. Down on the floor is a Lokar shifter,
billet gas pedal and new carpet. Up above it has a custom headliner
with an LED interior light and one visor (yes, old trucks only came
with 1 visor).
ENGINE COMPARTMENT: Rebuilt 327 Chevy small block with a flat
tappet cam, an Edelbrock intake and carb, premium fuel linkage and
fuel line. It also has coated headers, HEI ignition and a
Powermaster alternator. Dressed up with some aluminum valve covers
and matching breathers. An aluminum radiator and electric fan keeps
it running cool. Everything is clean and neatly installed. Oh, it
also has an aooga horn!
TRUNK COMPARTMENT: The inside of the bed has black finished wood
floor boards with stainless hardware. There is a plug for the
battery tender and a flush mounted billet fuel filler. The inside
of the bed walls are painted a smooth gloss blue.
UNDERSIDE: The body was off the frame for a complete restoration.
It has it's original pristine frame, not even pitted. It has been
updated with an all new Chevy II front end. It includes independent
suspension and coil over shocks. It's all new- bushings, ball
joints, control arms etc. New Flaming River rack & pinion steering.
In back it has new leaf springs, bushings, shocks and lowering
blocks. It has new dual exhaust going all the way out the back. It
has a composite fuel tank relocated under the bed. The battery is
also located under the bed. Rebuilt brakes with disc in front and a
new power booster. Looking up at the motor it looks spotless, motor
mounts and new fuel pump look new. It has a rebuilt Turbo 350
automatic trans. In back is a 10 bolt rear with 3.55 gears.
Underneath the truck is clean, every surface is smooth, everything
is installed neatly. It was prepped and treated with Por-15 rust
preventative.
Trucks are super popular. The restoration on this one is
impressive, the closer I looked the more I liked it. It is ready to
be driven, that's where the fun really begins!
I, Jay Grams, take pride in personally writing the descriptions for
virtually every car for about the last 30 years now. A significant
amount of effort goes into fact checking. What I am offering is my
professional impression of the vehicle.
Our salesmen are happy to assist with descriptions and making sure
your questions are answered. One great suggestion is letting us do
a walk around video that explains the car's condition in
detail.
**These cars are displayed in a museum. If interested in a
particular car make an appointment with a salesman to see that car.
Without an appointment there is an admission fee to enter the
showroom. If you buy a car, your admission will be refunded and you
will be given a 1 year membership.
815 385 3644 9-5 central
[email protected] Answered ASAP
Power disc brakes
Rack & pinion steering
Tilt column
Electric wipers
Heat
Crank out windshield
Seat belts
