1947 Chevy Rat Rod
1947 Chevrolet Other Pickups Description:
This is the last of the early 1940 style Chevrolet style pickup trucks. They built 2000 of these 1946 trucks in 1947 vs throwing away the parts as there is also another more rounded Chevrolet half to that came out later in the year. Yes, this vehicle also has a VIN and a GREEN title stating it is a 1947 Chevrolet.This truck sits on an early S10 frame and is powered by a GM small block 350 CI (new Holley 680 carb and electronic distributor) and backed up with a 700R4 overdrive transmission. Front disc brakes and drum rear. Dual side exhaust exit under the running boards ahead of the rear wheels. It has power steering and power brakes making this easy to drive.
Paint is original. It is faded and a little crusty but looks great and seemingly well liked as I get plenty of thumbs up, smiles and when I come out of the store, often people taking pics next to the truck. Not sure if the bed is original but it was with the cab and running boards when I bought the sheet metal and it all fits just fine. It is a rat rod as we call it so it is what it is. It is a functional work vehicle.
Other notes of interest are:
1) it starts all the time. Battery is less than 2 years old. Fuel system is pretty modern and would support fuel injection. It is located outside of the cab.
2) it will drive 70mph with no issues.
3) Tilt and telescoping steering wheel from a pre 1969 Oldsmobile 98. Steering wheel is from a 1957 Chevrolet Cameo pickup.
4) has an Alpine radio with 4 speakers and a SUB speaker/AMP located under the seat.
5) YES, RED LED underbody and grill lights. I had them and they work great on this truck.
6) YES, it is not a super smooth ride. the 22 inch FOOSE wheels with low profile tires do that to ride quality. the lowering did not help either. I call it a fun riding vehicle for Michigan. if the road however is smooth, it is a nice rider.
7) Gauge lights function. Headlights work but no high beams. Turn signals work fine. Rear lights I took from an old uncle's tractor. They are cool and work great.
8) Beer or pop bottle opener on the right side of the bed. Looks like a dog.
9) Extras. I have a heater unit. Needs plumbed in but wiring is in place. Have also a side of the bed spare tire carrier. I personally did not like it but I have it.
I have over $20K invested in this truck. It is fun, a show stopper, great garage sale vehicle and one that everyone wants to talk to you about. I doubt if there are other 1946 trucks that look like this. If you can not handle people looking, waving and smiling at you, do not bid please. If you want to showboat a little, then bid. Good luck.
My title is clear and not a rebuild or anything other. CLEAN paperwork.
The truck is 72 years old so what do you expect. It is very simple to work on anyway. If I could do it anyone can.
Title
Mileage
Location
Engine
T/M
Year
34209
Miami, Florida, United States
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Automatic
1957
100000000
Delta, Colorado, United States
straight 6
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1947
