1951 Chevrolet Panel Delivery

Description

How can something this cool, this well-built, this functional also be so affordable? If you want practicality in a cool hot rod package, this 1951 Chevrolet panel truck delivers in a big way, from its L98 fuel-injected V8 to the overdrive transmission to the long list of creature comforts. This is what you've been looking for.

Dressed like the hauler from a vintage rod shop, this panel delivery has exactly the right look. The stock bodywork doesn't really need any help, but a quick smoothing of the nose and extraneous trim, frenched headlights, and shaved bumpers give it a compact, muscular look. The bright red paint is all about eyeball appeal, which is exactly what you would have wanted if you were promoting a business with your truck. There are cool graphics on the side panels that highlight Money's Garage and it certainly looks like a '50s setup that would have been hard at work in the early days of hot rodding. The paint is in good condition, nice enough to attract attention but not so perfect that you're afraid to use this one as intended. The custom details look great and you'll note that the rear fenders were molded into the bodywork so it looks smooth. Nice chrome grillwork, original door handles, and simple LED taillights give the truck a classic look that really stands out.

The interior really is spectacular, with custom bucket seats upholstered in tan vinyl that looks bright and clean without being over-done. Sure, there are a few light signs of use, because this truck actually works like it should, but overall it's in very good shape. There's a custom center console and side benches in the rear compartment, so it remains very usable and practical. All the usual upgrades are here, including a tilt steering column, cold A/C, and even cruise control, as if the builder knew you'd want to take this one to all the big rod runs and swap meets. Clean VDO gauges in custom billet inserts look right at home in the factory dashboard, with the secondary controls for the A/C and AM/FM/CD stereo system integrated in a custom panel underneath. Custom door panels, full carpeting throughout, and simple side panels with Bowtie emblems add to the finished look. Of course, a full set of speakers fills the well-insulated interior with sound and the liberal use of sound-deadening materials keeps it quiet on the roll.

Under the hood you'll find a nicely detailed Chevy L98 350 cubic inch V8. Renowned for torque and durability, it's the ideal powerplant for a hauler like this. The engine bay is nicely detailed, with a smooth firewall, color-matched intake manifold, and a few chrome dress-up items that add some sparkle. The plumbing and electrical were neatly installed to make it look clean and there's a big radiator up front. It's backed by a 700R4 4-speed automatic overdrive transmission and a 10-bolt rear end, so it's comfortable on the highway and the stainless exhaust system has a nice mellow sound without getting annoying when you're cruising. The chassis was painted and detailed when it was first finished, but there's obviously some driving on it now so it's not perfect anymore, but you won't get any complaints when you show up at events. The ride height is exactly right and it sits on new Wheel Vintiques steelies with 215/60/15 front and 255/60/15 rear BFGoodrich T/A radials.

We love this truck simply because it gets everything right: functional, fun, and very good looking. You'll be excited to take it to your first show and become the center of attention. Call today!