1955 Chevrolet 3100 Tribute

Mileage: True Mileage Unknown

Price: $47,995

Estimated Payments

Vehicle Highlights

Exterior Color Yellow Exterior

Interior Color Green Interior

Miles True Mileage Unknown Miles

Engine 350 ci V8

Transmission 700R4

Drivetrain Rear Wheel Drive

Vehicle Description

The mid-1950s represented a watershed moment for American trucks. The introduction of the "Task Force" design traded utilitarian boxiness for sweeping, passenger-car styling, creating some of the most beautiful commercial vehicles ever put into production. While the title of this pickup officially reads 1956 GMC 3100, the builder took a remarkably creative approach: this truck has been meticulously crafted to serve as a stunning tribute to the legendary 1955 Chevrolet. It is a high-level restomod that seamlessly blends the nostalgic charm of a classic Chevy with the reliability, comfort, and stance of a modern street cruiser. Beneath the vibrant exterior lies a foundation built specifically for the show field. The entire frame has been fully powdercoated, offering a pristine, durable finish that commands attention at local cruise-ins and national events alike. The engine bay is exceptionally clean and professionally wired, housing a 350-cubic-inch GM V-8. Fuel delivery is handled by a self-tuning Holley Sniper EFI system perched atop a Summit aluminum intake, ensuring crisp throttle response and reliable starts every time. This powerplant breathes through long-tube headers and a dual MagnaFlow exhaust system, producing a sharp, clean V-8 bark. The engine is mated to a 700R4 4-speed automatic transmission for effortless highway cruising. The chassis has been equally modernized, featuring a Mustang II-style front suspension, rack-and-pinion steering, and power disc brakes, allowing this vintage pickup to track and stop with modern confidence. The exterior is finished in an unapologetically vivid Yellow and White two-tone. The paint is laid down with exceptional care, offering a deep, uniform gloss that makes every panel pop. The 1955 Chevrolet illusion is executed flawlessly through the integration of a classic Chevy front end, Chevy steps, and a stamped Chevy tailgate. The stance is dialed in perfectly, riding on color-matched 15-inch steel wheels dressed in authentic Chevy hubcaps and wrapped in wide whitewall Auburn Premium radials that lock in the period-correct profile. The bed is equally impressive, featuring an immaculate poplar wood floor sealed with a durable epoxy lining. Inside the cab, the craftsmanship continues with a tailored, cohesive design. The interior sheet metal and dash are painted to mirror the exterior's yellow and white theme, contrasting beautifully with custom Green and Light Gray vinyl-and-cloth bucket seats. A custom-fabricated center console anchors the space. The driver is greeted by a tilt steering column topped with a classic Chevy steering wheel and a crisp set of white-face Classic Instruments gauges. Thoughtful upgrades are hidden throughout, including the Sniper EFI module neatly tucked in the glovebox, LED under-dash lighting, and a Sony Bluetooth stereo running through premium Rockford Fosgate component speakers. Cooled by a modern air conditioning system and showing just 5,053 miles on the build, this truck nails the elusive balance of a show-winning finish and highly usable, modern upgrades.