1946 Chevrolet 3100 Series 1/2 Ton Pickup Truck
Please note that the introduction paragraph has been updated.
Description
The Chevrolet AK Series, produced from 1941 to 1947, encompassed a lineup of pickup trucks that utilized the GM A platform, which it shared with the Chevrolet Deluxe. This series marked a departure from previous Chevrolet models, where both passenger cars and pickup trucks had a similar appearance, exemplified by the Chevrolet Master truck. The introduction of the Chevrolet Deluxe in 1941 brought forth a new aesthetic, sharing many mechanical components with the third-generation Chevrolet Suburban. Notably, the AK Series represented a shift towards dedicated truck designs within General Motors, departing from the car-based truck models of the past. Eventually replaced by the Advance-Design, the AK Series left its mark as a significant step in the evolution of Chevrolet's pickup truck lineup.
Highlights
Powered by a 235 cu-in six-cylinder engine
Reported to have been thoroughly restored in 2009 under current ownership
Finished in a lovely cream color with a brown vinyl interior
Upgraded from six to 12 volt electrics
Recent service in preparation for sale includes adjusting the clutch and adjusting and lubricating the driver's door
Please note that while the odometer displays just over 1,100 miles at the time of listing, the true mileage is unknown
Features
Four-speed synchromesh transmission
Split-windshield
Bench seat
Three-spoke steering wheel
Painted dashboard
Uni-steel all-welded cab
Oakwood pickup bed floor
Whitewall tires
Front and rear chrome bumpers
Dual side mirrors
Lockable glove compartment
Known Imperfections
The dash lights and horn are currently inoperable
The windshield wiper wiring has not been completed as the owner reports never driving the truck in the rain since completing the restoration
Included
Binder of receipts
Photo album from the restoration
Ownership History
The current owner of this 1946 Chevrolet 3100 Series 1/2 Ton Pickup Truck reports purchasing the truck in 2006.
