We take for granted that most every pickup truck sold in the U.S. these days either comes standard with 4WD or has it available as an option. This wasn’t always the case as even stalwarts like GM had to… more»
NAPCO
May 4, 2023 • For Sale • 19 Comments
NAPCO 4WD – 1957 GMC 150 Pickup
With beefy oversized tires and a low camera angle, this 1957 GMC 150 4×4 Pickup looks ready for work or whatever off-road adventure you have in mind. A 347 V8 powers the Middletown, New Jersey classic, currently listed here… more»
Apr 21, 2020 • For Sale • 13 Comments
Working Survivor! 1959 GMC NAPCO 4×4
If you aren’t familiar with the Northwest Auto Parts Company, it was founded in Minnesota and provided 4×4 conversions for numerous manufacturers beginning in the 1940s. We’ve featured several NAPCO 4×4’s here on Barn Finds over the years. Although… more»
Dec 12, 2019 • For Sale • 21 Comments
High Plains High Boy: 1955 Chevrolet NAPCO 4×4
We’ve featured several NAPCO 4×4’s here on Barn Finds over the years. Although they were made in relatively small numbers, there seems to be quite a few still around. If you aren’t familiar with the Northwest Auto Parts Company,… more»
Jun 5, 2019 • Auctions • 23 Comments
BF AUCTION: 1955 Chevrolet NAPCO Ending Soon!
When it comes to classic trucks, few are as rare or interesting as the early factory optioned NAPCO GMs. While you could order a 4×4 system directly from NAPCO and install it on any truck, part way through 1955… more»
Apr 4, 2018 • Uncategorized • 14 Comments
Ridin’ High: 1959 GMC NAPCO 4×4
NAPCO or Northwest Auto Parts Company was founded in Minnesota and provided 4×4 conversions for numerous manufacturers beginning in the 1940’s. You could purchase a two wheel drive pickup and order a conversion kit from NAPCO to turn it… more»
