Winning bid
£12,250

1955 Chevrolet 3200 Truck

Highlights

  • Well-presented retro pick up
  • Historic restoration
  • Nostalgic unmodified appearance

THE APPEAL

Since its introduction in the early 20th century, the pickup truck has been the go-to choice for millions of
blue-collar workers across the world, especially in the United States. The romance of owning a pickup
has become embedded in the American way of life, it represents the hard working and the American
dream, especially to those with more of a country upbringing.

One manufacturer that has become more than an expert in the production of desirable pick-up trucks is,
of course, Chevrolet. Launching its first truck in 1918, the manufacturer has gone on to produce over 85
million trucks in various designs and with various capabilities. The post-war era was what really propelled
the manufacturer to elite status, the Advanced Design Trucks were revolutionary and introduced a new
fresh look and more modern equipment such as a radio and fresh-air heater.

The popularity of these trucks led to the release of the Task-Force generation, where the exterior was updated with a new look and further luxury was added. During this time, Chevy outsold all other manufacturers and the legacy began.

This 1955 3200 step-side example is a pretty example of that Task-Force generation, benefiting from a
historic restoration which has kept the vehicle very original in appearance with a few tasteful touches. An
attractive reminder of a spectacular American automotive era, this Chevy was previously owned by an
enthusiast who requested the current owner to keep the vehicle original as possible and that's exactly
what's been done.

With a few characteristic-adding blemishes and age-related patina, this truck would
make an exceptional head-turning addition to any enthusiast's garage and a great truck to take to shows
and meets.

THE HISTORY & PAPERWORK

  • 1955 Task-force 3200 Stepside
  • UK imported June 2001
  • Current ownership since 2018
  • V5c present
  • Believed to have benefited from a historic restoration
  • Details of restoration unknown
  • The majority of the paperwork for the vehicle has been stored and misplaced during house
  • moves
  • A handful of past MOT certificates present

THE INTERIOR

  • Presented well with minor patina
  • Vintage American styling
  • Kept very original
  • Attractive V speedometer design
  • Well-presented dash with what appears to be original buttons
  • White and cream styling, matching the exterior
  • Brown vinyl bench seat in very good condition
  • Rubber floor
  • Original steering wheel
  • Small scratches on the cab steps
  • Chrome handles feature some small patina
  • The speedometer & fuel gauge are not operational

THE EXTERIOR

  • Good condition but with some areas of wear
  • Age-related patina present around the vehicle
  • Handsome vintage truck
  • Kept very original
  • Aftermarket 15’’ alloys
  • Original wheels will be supplied with the vehicle and are reported to be in unrestored, honest
  • condition
  • Superb design with a tasteful colour scheme
  • Green body with white roof
  • White front bumper, grille and headlight surrounds
  • Wood slat cargo floor
  • Minor scratches and marks present in the cargo area
  • Rear Barden steel bumper with built-in tow hitch
  • Historic restoration is believed to have been carried out
  • Details of the restoration are unknown
  • Larger scratch present on front jumper corners
  • Overall a very charming and characterful 50s truck

THE MECHANICS

  • Inline-6
  • Believed to be 235cu 3.9L Thiftmaster Inline-6
  • Believed to be the original engine
  • Past possible recommissioning
  • Reported to be in good running condition
  • Manual transmission
  • Column shift
  • Recently serviced
SUMMARY

Without question American cars of the 1950s bring a certain allure, the exotic designs and fetching
styling makes the era arguably one of the best for automotive design and this 55 Chevy step-side is a
charming display of why cars from this era are so loved, its distinctive look has been amplified by a
tasteful colour scheme and classy retrimmed interior. Full of charisma and head-turning enticement, this
Chevy is a cool, fun classic that would make

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Auction Details

  • Year1955
  • MakeChevrolet
  • Model3200 Step Side
  • ColourGreen
  • Odometer66,658 Miles
  • Engine size320cc
  • Seller TypePrivate
  • TownColchester
  • CountyEssex
  • CountryUnited Kingdom
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Bidding history

17 Bids

nettuno••••
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£12,250
12/07/23
dave-so••••
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£12,000
12/07/23
dave-so••••
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£11,750
12/07/23
nettuno••••
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£11,500
12/07/23
dave-so••••
Bid
£11,250
12/07/23
mrcadil••••
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£11,000
12/07/23
dave-so••••
Bid
£10,750
12/07/23
steve-f••••
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£10,500
12/07/23
steve-f••••
Bid
£10,250
11/07/23
mrcadil••••
Bid
£10,000
11/07/23

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