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1955 Chevrolet 3100

$42,500

Vehicle Details

Make

Chevrolet

Model

3100

Year

1955

Mileage

5,551 miles

VIN

H255KU15509

Body Type

Pickup Truck

Transmission

Manual

Engine

STRAIGHT 6 WITH FENTON DUAL-CARBURETOR SETUP

Description

1955 Chevrolet Cameo  3100 Pickup For Sale
This 1955 Chevrolet Cameo is a stunning example of the vehicle that forever changed the American pickup truck. As the debut year for the Cameo Carrier, 1955 remains the most sought-after and collectible iteration of this revolutionary "show truck"-a vehicle designed to be as much a personal luxury statement as it was a capable hauler. The First of Its Kind
Before the Cameo, trucks were strictly utilitarian tools.

Chevrolet broke the mold in 1955 by introducing "Task Force" styling, and the Cameo was the pinnacle of that lineup. This example features the iconic, smooth fiberglass bedsides that eliminated the traditional step-side look, creating a seamless, car-like silhouette that influenced truck design for decades to come. A Beautiful "California Example" & Older Restoration
Finished in its factory-correct and striking two-tone White and Red color scheme, this Cameo is a documented "California example." It was fully restored to a high standard in the early 1990s and has spent the last 15 years meticulously preserved in climate- controlled storage.

Its history in a dry climate, paired with careful indoor preservation, is evident in the straightness of the panels and the overall integrity of the build. The chrome brightwork and unique fiberglass rear fenders remain in beautiful condition, highlighting the sculptured lines that make the 1955 model so distinctive. The classic 1950s aesthetic is perfectly accented by a period-correct exterior roof visor, while the cargo area is protected by a vintage Downey snap-on vinyl bed cover.

Period-Correct Performance & Maintenance Notes
Under the hood, this truck stays true to its roots with a Chevrolet straight-six engine. It has been treated to a classic performance upgrade: a rare Fenton dual-carburetor setup, which provides a boost in throttle response, a distinctive intake note, and serves as a beautiful centerpiece for the highly detailed engine bay. Complementing the dual carburetors is a custom dual exhaust system equipped with period-correct Glasspack mufflers, giving this classic six-cylinder a fantastic, authentic 1950s rumble.

Three Speed Manual with Overdrive
The truck currently runs absolutely fantastic and the engine performs beautifully right out of storage. However, in the spirit of full transparency, the brakes will need new wheel cylinders to ensure the truck stops on a dime after sitting in climate control for the last decade and a half. Authentic Interior
The interior is a masterpiece of mid-century design, perfectly mirroring
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Classic Chevrolet 3100 Buyer's Guide

Full guide

Robert Halloran

Classic Trucks

1947–1955

~3 min read

Updated Apr 2026

Complete buyer's guide for the Chevrolet 3100 Advanced Design pickup (1947–1955). Generation details, rust and body inspection, engine identification, and current market values for original and restomod trucks.

This guide covers

✓ 10-point inspection checklist

✓ Common issues & what to avoid

✓ In-person inspection guide

✓ Market pricing by year & condition

✓ 5 FAQs answered

✓ History & fun facts

Read the Full 3100 Buyer's Guide

Chevrolet 3100 Market Overview

Based on 96 Chevrolet 3100 listings currently on ClassicCarsArena.com

Listed Now

$37,818

Avg. Asking Price

1941–1959

Year Range

Price Position on Our Site — Average Range

This car: $42,500

Low: $5,495 High: $101,495

Transmission Distribution

Automatic 52%

Manual 30% ◄

Condition Distribution

Excellent 15%

Good 7%

Fair 6%

Poor 2%

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Classic Chevrolet 3100 Buyer's Guide

The Chevrolet 3100 is the half-ton workhorse of the postwar Advanced Design truck series — and it is arguably the most beautiful American pickup truck ever built. The rounded cab, the wide horizontal grille, and the honest proportions of the 1947–1955 generation have made these trucks the darlings of the custom and restomod world for decades. A clean original 3100 is harder to find every year, and prices are moving to match.

What to Check Before Buying

✓

Inspect cab corners with flashlight and magnet — Rust and filler in the lower cab corners is nearly universal. Magnet test determines filler depth.

✓

Check cab mount points — Where cab bolts to frame. Rust-through here causes the cab to shift. Non-negotiable inspection point.

✓

Pull running boards and check attachment flanges — Running board flanges rot from water pooling. Plan to replace or fabricate.

✓

Inspect floor pans from inside and underneath — Remove all interior floor material. Replacement pans are available but installation is labor-intensive.

✓

Check firewall for stampings and damage — Original firewall has VIN stampings. A replaced firewall indicates major accident or crash damage.

✓

Identify and verify engine — Original 216 or 235 Stovebolt, or a swap? Verify casting numbers. Know what you're buying before negotiating.

✓

Test brakes — Hydraulic drum brakes all around. Pedal should be firm. Fade or pull indicates drum service needed.

✓

Check three-speed manual or replacement gearbox — Original trucks came with a three-speed manual. Many have been converted. Test shift quality.

✓

Examine glass and rubber seals — Windshield seals leak with age. Water intrusion behind the dash rots firewall and floor.

✓

Document with photos before purchase — Every panel, all corners, engine bay, firewall stampings, undercarriage.

Common Issues

Rust is the defining issue on all 3100 trucks. Lower cab corners are the first and most visible rust area. The running boards and flanges rust from water pooling. Floor pans rot from both above and below. The cab mount area — where the body bolts to the frame — is the most serious structural rust zone. Rust here is hidden from casual inspection and can be severe without obvious external evidence. Mechanically, the Stovebolt inline-six is among the most durable engines ever fitted to an American vehicle. The main mechanical issue on original trucks is brake system deterioration — wheel cylinders and master cylinder need attention on any truck that has sat.

What to Look For

Structure first: cab mounts, floor pans, and cab corners. A truck with solid cab mounts, patchable floor pans, and manageable corner rust is a viable project. A truck with rotten cab mounts or a compromised firewall is a parts car. Engine identity second. Original Stovebolt engines command a premium in the original-collector market. Body panel condition third. The 3100 uses unique body pressings that are reproduction-available but expensive. Damaged rear fenders, doors, and front fenders add $3,000–$8,000 per panel to the restoration budget.

Price Guide

Clean original driver with Stovebolt engine: $28,000–$48,000. Concours-original with correct colour and documentation: $55,000–$80,000. Professional LS or 350 restomod with quality paint, suspension, and interior: $65,000–$120,000. Show-quality pro-tour from established builders: $120,000–$200,000. Project trucks (complete, running, rough): $12,000–$22,000. Add $40,000–$70,000 for quality rebuild, putting most projects above equivalent finished trucks.

Did You Know?

The "Stovebolt" nickname for Chevrolet's inline-six came from the slotted bolts used in the engine's construction — the same type found in cast-iron stoves of the era. The Advanced Design trucks were produced concurrently with the first Ferrari road cars and the original Volkswagen Beetle. In 1947 the Chevrolet 3100 was state-of-the-art American transportation.