RESERVE REMOVED: 396-POWERED 1955 GMC 150 BIG-WINDOW PICKUP

OVERVIEW

This 1955 GMC 150 big-window pickup is powered by a rebuilt 396cid V8 backed by a TH350 three-speed automatic transmission. Features include power steering, power front disc brakes, a five-lug conversion, wide rear wheel tubs, a new wiring harness, a 1958/1959 fleetside bed, a tilt steering column, and new suspension parts. Finished in silver and blue over a black and white vinyl interior, this GMC comes with a Conditional title in the seller's name.

EXTERIOR – FEATURES

The exterior was refinished in silver and blue four years ago under previous ownership. Features include chrome bumpers, a chrome grille, blue headlight rings, updated halogen headlights, a fender-mounted antenna, a driver-side mirror, a 1958/1959 fleetside bed with a wood floor, wide rear wheel tubs, and blue-dot taillights. The seller states that all of the glass was replaced during the exterior refinish.

EXTERIOR - WHEELS AND TIRES

A set of newer 15-inch aluminum JEGS SSR Spike wheels is wrapped in newer 245/60 front and 295/50 rear Cooper Cobra Radial G/T tires.

INTERIOR – FEATURES

The bench seat is upholstered in black vinyl with a white stripe. Features include power steering, a tilt steering column-mounted automatic shifter, manual windows, a black dashboard with custom pinstriping, and a three-spoke steering wheel with a black grip. The seller reports that a heater box is installed but not connected.

INTERIOR – GAUGES

The set of Speedway Motors gauges located ahead of the driver consists of a 160-mph speedometer, an 8,000-rpm tachometer, and readouts for the fuel level, coolant temperature, oil pressure, and voltage. The odometer reads 918 miles, but the true mileage on the chassis is unknown.

ENGINE AND TRANSMISSION

Power is provided by a rebuilt 396cid V8 and backed by a TH350 three-speed automatic transmission. Engine bay features include dished pistons, a flat-tappet camshaft, a new aluminum radiator, an electric fan, a newer fuel pump and hoses, black valve covers, a black air cleaner, a chrome alternator, a newer Edelbrock 600-cfm carburetor, and tubular block-hugger headers. The seller states that a tune-up was completed last year.

UNDERCARRIAGE

This GMC is equipped with a solid front I-beam axle and a rebuilt 1970 GM solid rear drive axle with 3.73:1 gears. According to the seller, the suspension was replaced last year. Braking is provided by power front discs and rear drums. A dual exhaust system exits ahead of the rear tires. A five-lug conversion kit and a newer brake booster have been installed.