1955 CHEVROLET 3100 CAMEO CARRIER PICKUP

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This exquisite 1955 Chevrolet 3100 Cameo Carrier Pickup is a rolling piece of artwork. The Chevrolet Cameo pickup truck was made from 1955-58 and labeled as “The World’s First Sport Truck.” The egg-crate grille, wraparound front bumper and rear fiberglass paneled bed was beautifully designed with its modern appearance. Chevrolet sold 5,220 Cameos in 1955, which exceeded first-year expectations based on the 30-percent higher price tag than the standard half-ton truck. A total of 10,321 Chevrolet

Cameos were produced. As the VIN indicates, this truck was built at the Tarrytown, NY, plant. This truck has been restored to high-level show-quality standards and has 550 miles since completion. It has been awarded the prestigious AACA National First Prize and Grand National First Prize. The two AACA award medallions are included. Prior to the comprehensive 5-year frame-off restoration, this truck was found in very good original condition. It was with the same owner from 2005-19, as documented on the title. It retains all the original sheet metal and fiberglass throughout. The body is very straight and the panel gaps are excellent. All first-year Cameos were painted two-tone Bombay Ivory and Commercial Red. The window trim, rear window trim and inside rear bed was painted red. The paint quality on this truck is absolutely stunning. It has all-new glass throughout. All of the exterior trim work is truly brilliant. It sits on the correct 15” red rims with chrome hubcaps and Firestone Deluxe Champion whitewall 6.70x15” tires. The rear inside bed is beautifully finished. Inside, the upholstery was also two-tone and came with armrests, dual sun visors, a cigarette lighter, chrome doorknobs and a large wraparound rear window. The interior has been completely restored and is in excellent condition throughout. Some of these items include the red headliner, white sun visors, rearview mirror, red dash pad, red steering wheel, door panels, bench seat, rubber floor mat and all hardware. All of the gauges and heat are in working order. It has a new gas tank along with jack tools, which are located behind the rear seat. The engine compartment is highly detailed throughout. The firewall is painted white, and the inner fenders and radiator support are painted high-gloss black. The engine compartment has many correct features throughout. It’s powered by the matching-numbers 235ci inline-6 engine that runs excellent. The engine casting number is #3836233, which is correct for a 1955-57 Chevrolet 235ci inline-6 engine. The engine pad stamping indicates the year 1955 and New York assembly plant. The engine was professionally rebuilt and balanced. It’s equipped with a Pertronix ignition system for quick starting. The engine breathes through the correct-style exhaust. The engine is coupled to a 3-speed manual transmission that shifts smoothly. The undercarriage was completely restored and is highly detailed. The underside of this truck is mirror-quality. Everything has been restored or replaced, including the suspension and braking system. The original owner’s manual is included. This is a very desirable classic American pickup truck that drives as great as it looks.