1955 Chevrolet Other Pickups

Pickup truck

6 - Cyl.

Manual

H55K006376

Gasoline

Just picture yourself cruising the streets in this sweet old pick-up that you rarely see on the roads anymore. You'll be turning some heads for sure and certain..! Here is some history on the truck in case you're interested. 1947 - Gas tank filler neck on passenger side of bed. No vent windows in doors. Hood side emblems read "Chevrolet" with "Thriftmaster" or "Loadmaster" under it. Serial numbers: EP 1/2 ton, ER 3/4 ton, & ES 1 ton. 1948 - Transmission shifter now mounted on column instead of floor. Serial numbers codes: FP 1/2 ton, FR 3/4 ton, & FS 1 ton. Early 1949 - Gas tank now mounted upright behind seat in cab; filler neck aft of passenger door handle. New serial number codes: GP 1/2 ton, GR 3/4 ton, & GS 1 ton. Late 1949 - Hood side emblems no longer read "Thriftmaster" or "Loadmaster", but are now numbers that designate cargo capacity: 3100 on 1/2 ton, 3600 on 3/4 ton, 3800 on 1 ton. Serial number codes remain the same as on early 1949. 1950 - Telescopic shock absorbers replace lever-action type. Last year for driver's side cowl vent, its handle is now flat steel, not maroon knob as in previous years. New serial number codes: HP 1/2 ton, HR 3/4 ton, & HS 1 ton. 1951 - Doors now have vent windows. Mid-year change from 9-board bed to 8 boards per bed. Last year for 80 MPH speedometer, chrome window handle knobs, and chrome wiper knob. New serial number codes: JP 1/2 ton, JR 3/4 ton, & JS 1 ton. 1952 - Outer door handles are now push button type as opposed to the previous turn down style. Speedometer now reads to 90 mph and dashboard trim is painted instead of chrome. Mid-year, Chevrolet stops using the 3100-3800 designation on the hood and changes to maroon window and wiper knobs. New serial number codes: KP 1/2 ton, KR 3/4 ton, & KS 1 ton. 1953 - Last year for the 216 in² straight-six engine. Hood side emblems now only read 3100, 3600, or 3800 in large print. Door post ID plate now blue with silver letters (previous models used black with silver letters). Last year to use wooden blocks as bed supports. New serial number codes: H 1/2 ton, J 3/4 ton, & L 1 ton. 1954 - Only year for significant design changes. Windshield now curved one-piece glass without center vertical dividing strip. Revised steering wheel. Revised dashboard. Cargo bed rails, previously angled, now horizontal. Tail lights round instead of rectangular. Grille changed from five horizontal slats to crossbar design commonly referred to as a "bull nose" grille, similar to modern Dodge truck grille. Engine now 235 in²straight-six. Serial number codes unchanged from 1953. Hydramatic automatic transmission is available for the first time. 1955 First Series - Identical to the 1954 model year, except redesigned hood-side emblems and modern open driveshaft in place of enclosed torque tube. Serial number codes unchanged from 1953 and 1954.This vintage step-side truck is perfect for those who are into restoration. Do your research and you will see that similar trucks that have been restored fetch approximately $15,000.00 to $20,000.00!It belongs to my mother and I can only say what I know about it from my own experience.It has been sitting and not driven for several years but it did run well the last time I drove it in 2004. It has some rust in the fender wells and a few other areas but it is in otherwise very good condition for its age. Being that it hasn't been driven for some time it will probably need some replacement hoses and things of that nature but as I said, it is perfect for someonewho likes to perform restorations on vehicles of this type. It does not have any major body damage but does have a small dent on the top left center of the tailgate (as can be seen in the photos) and just a few dings and scratches here and there. It has all original parts and engine and does not require a key to operate it. It has a push button floor starter instead. It has a three speed on the column shifter. Please note that this truck even has the spare tire which is almost never found on any of the few remaining 1955 stepside models. This alone makes it even more rare. The truck was re-painted several years ago but the color is as close to the original as could be achieved and it has very little rust on it to speak of. On the title are the words Brand-Washington Classic, and the number 9610032003 and a certificate number 1009729705 although I don't know exactly what these all mean.I cannot guarantee that the truck will start at this time and most likely it will not, therefore it will need to be towed. The mileage on the odometer reads 78,233 however it has most likely been rolled over. All bidders should know that this vehicle will not be delivered at any price and the winning bidder must go to the home to pick it up or arrange and pay for their own shipping. It should also be noted that this truck is located off-shore on an island called Orcas Island which is part of the San Juan Islands. The only way to get to this island is to drive to Anacortes Washington (located approximately 1.5 hours north of Seattle Washington) and take a ferry to the island which is about a one hour ferry ride. (The cost of this ferry ride is approximately 40.00 but includes both to and from the island back to Anacortes) This will not be a non-stop trip as the ferry makes several stops at other islands to load and unload vehicles both going to Orcas Island and upon the return. I should add that if you've never been to this area it is one of the most beautiful scenic trips you will ever take and I assure you that you will enjoy the experience. This vehicle is being sold as is and we will not be offering any refunds under any circumstances. Please be aware that this truck will probably cost several thousand dollars to fully restore so know what you're bidding on before you purchase and if you have any questions regarding this vehicle or would like to see more pictures you may call me toll free at 877-392-7296 and ask for Tyler. I am available from 10 am to 6 pm Monday through Friday and 10 am to 5 pm on Saturdays eastern standard time...Good luck bidding..!On Aug-28-10 at 14:24:01 PDT, seller added the following information: Here is a link to the San Juan Island Ferry website that will provide ferry schedules and rates. There is a way to load tractor trailers on the ferry but you will have to go to this link to find out more about what the requirements are. http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/ferries/info_desk/terminals/index.cfm?terminal_id=15