1938 Chevrolet Standard Blue

With car-like styling crafted by the great rley rl, this half-ton 1938 Chevrolet Standard Pickup has been extensively upgraded with a larger, modern 261-cu.in. Chevrolet inline-six that replaced its original 217-cu.in. engine. The truck has reportedly been upgraded to 12-volt electricals, too. The engine is said to be enhanced by a new carburetor, new fuel pump with lines, new distributor, and new ignition coil. An aftermarket aluminum radiator has also been fitted, and the seller notes that the transmission was rebuilt by a speed shop, noting that the Chevrolet “runs and drives very well.” ing to the seller, one of the most exceptional things about the truck is the all steel body that has no dents, rust or body work. It’s perfect except for the replaced tailgate, and “it’s exceptional for a truck this age.” The seller notes that the tires will have to be balanced before the pickup can be driven at highway speeds. The cab seating surfaces and cargo box floor both look to have been refurbished, and to remain in very good overall condition. h the engine bay and underside present as clean, with the seller citing “no visible rust.”

• The output or origin of the non-original 261-cu.in. OHV inline-six is not stated.
• The engine has been reportedly refurbished with new components.
• The truck has been upgraded to 12-volt electricals.
• The truck has been converted to electronic ignition.
• Dual air horns are present in the engine bay.
• The cargo bed appears to have a new floor and hardware that presents cleanly.
• The blue vinyl upholstery looks to be in very good shape, with no visible damage.
• All bodywork appears to be straight and undamaged.
• The chrome presents as complete, undamaged, and in very good overall condition.
• The cab headliner is wavy but shows no tears or other damage.
• The wire wheels look to be in good condition.
• The engine bay and underside both present cleanly.
• The paint may be original except for the tailgate.
• An aftermarket aluminum radiator has been fitted.

• New fitted car cover.

• The seller says the tires will need to be balanced.
• The windshield crank is reportedly inoperative.
• The dashboard gauges are reported to be disconnected.

• This 1938 Chevrolet standard pickup has a newer engine and rebuilt transmission.
• Except for the tailgate, the paint may be original to the vehicle.
• The truck has been upgraded to 12-volt electricals.
• The bodywork shows no obvious outward damage.
• The odometer reads 98,152 miles, but actual mileage is unknown.

The seller states that this vehicle will be sold on a clean Tennessee title in his name. This 1938 Chevrolet Standard Pickup has been upgraded with a later-model inline-six engine, and what the seller says is speed shop-rebuilt manual transmission.