1953 Chevrolet 3100

235ci I6 | Aftermarket Crankshaft & Pistons | Reupholstered Interior

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LOT #

251043840

Classic Truck

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Make:
Model:
VIN:
RVA73700114202670
Lot Number:
251043840
Condition:
Used
Odometer:
740 miles
(Exempt / TMU)
Engine:
235ci I6
Drive Type:
Front-Wheel Drive (FWD)
Transmission:
Manual/Standard
Exterior Color:
Green
Interior Color:
Brown
Vinyl Wrap:
Vehicle Location:
Virginia
  • 1953 Chevrolet 3100 Pickup
  • 235ci I6
  • Single-Barrel Carburetor
  • 3-Speed Manual
  • RWD
  • Green Exterior
  • Brown Leather Interior
  • Aftermarket Crankshaft
  • Aftermarket Pistons
  • Aftermarket Speedometer
  • Reupholstered Interior
  • Wood Plank Bed Floor w/ Metal Strips

Overview of 1953 Chevrolet 3100 For Sale by Owner

The Chevy Advance Design series of pickup trucks was introduced in 1947, as the first major redesign of Chevy’s truck range since World War II ended. Buyers were looking for something dependable and capable now that the War was ended and the era of promise was starting. For countless farmers, traders, and blue-collar workers, a Chevy pickup truck was definitely on their radar. So, the Advance Design featured a full redesign and was available in regular, as well as cabover body styles. This particular 1953 Chevrolet 3100 Pickup is of the regular style, and being a 3100, was rated as a ½-ton truck in its heyday. Now, the truck is up for sale in Altavista, Virginia, after undergoing some refreshment work. So if you’re a fan of American classics, why not select a truck like this one instead of going with the rest and opting for a car?

Exterior and Interior

The exterior of this 1953 Chevrolet 3100 Pickup is finished in a deep green paint that complements the truck’s flowing body lines and classic chrome accents. The signature Chevrolet grille, chrome front bumper, and wide whitewall tires reinforce its period-correct presentation, while steel wheels with chrome hubcaps maintain a factory-style appearance. The wood plank bed floor with polished metal strips adds both visual warmth and authenticity, highlighting the craftsmanship associated with early Chevrolet pickups. The interior of this 1953 Chevrolet 3100 Pickup reflects a straightforward, utilitarian design focused on durability and function. A painted steel dashboard houses the original-style gauge cluster, while a brown bench seat provides a simple and comfortable seating arrangement. Manual controls, column-mounted shifter, and unassisted steering emphasize the truck’s mechanical honesty and deliver a driving experience rooted firmly in the early postwar era.

Engine

Powering this 1953 Chevrolet 3100 Pickup is a 235ci naturally aspirated inline-6, commonly known as Chevrolet’s Stovebolt engine. Equipped with a single-barrel carburetor, this engine is renowned for its smooth operation, reliability, and ease of service. Power is sent to the rear wheels through a 3-speed manual transmission, delivering a driving experience that prioritizes torque and steady performance over outright speed. The largely stock engine bay underscores the truck’s originality, making it an excellent example of Chevrolet’s proven engineering philosophy during the early 1950s.

Walk-around Video of this Chevrolet 3100

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