Ah, the iconic ’47 – ’54 Chevy 3100 half-ton pickup. It was the first all-new pickup to hit the market following World War II and Chevy had a winner on its hands… With smartly proportioned styling that was longer,… more»
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Aug 21, 2022 • For Sale • 6 Comments
Same Owner 40 Years: 1950 Chevrolet 3100
The “3100” panel delivery was part of the Advance-Design Series of light and medium-duty trucks. The series was one of Chevrolet’s first major redesign after World War II. Replacing the AK Series, the trucks were in production from 1947… more»
Aug 10, 2022 • For Sale • 12 Comments
Good Enuff As Is: 1952 Chevrolet 3100 5 Window Pickup
To refresh its designs after World War II, General Motors introduced the “Advanced Design” trucks. The new style’s first year was 1947 and marked quite a departure from earlier models: the windshield wiper was now inside the cowl, headlights… more»
Jun 25, 2022 • For Sale • 5 Comments
350-Equipped: 1953 Chevrolet 3100 Pickup
If you’re planning to set out on a project build, commencing the process with a rock-solid foundation is always an advantage. That is the story behind this 1953 Chevrolet 3100 Pickup. The seller created a unique custom build from… more»
Jun 24, 2022 • For Sale • 5 Comments
No Reserve Rat Rod: 1951 Chevrolet 3100 Pickup
I admit that when I saw my first Rat Rod, I didn’t understand it. I couldn’t grasp why someone would go to the trouble of creating a custom build without applying a shiny coat of paint. I have grown… more»
Jun 15, 2022 • For Sale • 14 Comments
Suburban Carryall: 1950 Chevrolet 3100
The Suburban nameplate originated in 1935 and survives today as the longest continuously used automobile nameplate in production. The third generation appeared in 1947, part of the first post-war vehicles offered and based on the Advance Design series of… more»
May 24, 2022 • For Sale • 8 Comments
Stunning Restoration: 1953 Chevrolet 3100 Pickup
Most of the older Pickups we see at Barn Finds tend to be project vehicles requiring varying amounts of work. Less common are completed restorations, especially ones that present as beautifully as this 1953 Chevrolet 3100. While it probably… more»
Apr 25, 2022 • For Sale • 10 Comments
Post-War Patina! 1950 Chevrolet 3100 Pickup
The 3100 series was the half-ton mainstay of Chevy pickups from 1947-57. It was part of the Advance Design Series and the company’s first new trucks in the rebuilding that began after World War II. This 1950 edition looks… more»
Apr 16, 2022 • For Sale • 12 Comments
Owned For 50 Years: 1955 Chevrolet 3100 Pickup
The 1955 model year saw Chevrolet transition from its aging Advance Design commercial range to the more modern and aggressively styled Task Force series. Reflecting passenger car trends of the era, the buying public eagerly embraced the new model…. more»
Mar 19, 2022 • For Sale • 18 Comments
Vintage Truck Project: 1955 Chevrolet Apache
General Motors’ trucks were redesigned in 1955, moving from the Advance Design platform to that of the Task Force. While GMC offered the same trucks, in the Chevy arena the light-duty trucks models were called the Apache, medium-duty units… more»
Dec 25, 2021 • For Sale • 6 Comments
No Reserve: 1953 Chevrolet 3100 Short Box
It is wonderful to see some great old original pickups continue to emerge from barns and sheds across the country. This 1953 Chevrolet 3100 Short Box is a perfect example. It is unmolested and is a surprisingly solid classic…. more»
Dec 20, 2021 • For Sale • 5 Comments
No Reserve: 1951 Chevrolet 3100 Short Box
With classic pickups remaining solid performers in the current market, it is no surprise that a vehicle like this 1951 Chevrolet 3100 Short Box has generated interest since it hit the market. Hiding below that aged exterior is a… more»
Nov 27, 2021 • For Sale • 4 Comments
Solid Project: 1951 Chevrolet 3100 Pickup
It seems that the popularity of pickups is snowballing in the classic market, and this trend shows no sign of slowing. A perfect example is this 1951 Chevrolet 3100. It has already attracted 27 bids since the owner listed… more»
Nov 20, 2021 • For Sale • 4 Comments
Original V8 Shortbed: 1955 Chevrolet 3100
Late 1955 was an important time for Chevrolet as it introduced ints new Task Force truck range. Not only did this new model offer more modern styling than its predecessor, but it brought a V8 to the table for… more»
Aug 15, 2021 • For Sale • 8 Comments
Patina Pickup: 1951 Chevrolet 3100
Sometimes things aren’t all that they seem. This 1951 Chevrolet 3100 Pickup hints that it might be anything but average, but the actual story only becomes apparent once you begin to dig below the surface. The owner has created… more»
Aug 14, 2021 • For Sale • 18 Comments
Cool Custom: 1958 Chevrolet 3100 Pickup
I will always appreciate a custom build where the owner has tackled to project as a complete package. The longer I look at this 1958 Chevrolet 3100 Pickup, the more small details I spot that make this vehicle something… more»
