This 1953 Chevrolet 3100 is a five-window pickup that is powered by 235ci inline-six paired with a three-on-the-tree manual transmission. Acquired by the seller in 2025, the truck is finished in Jet Black over burgundy upholstery, and it has twin carburetors, a dual exhaust system, 16″ steel wheels with whitewall tires, and a wood bed floor. This Advance Design pickup is offered with Connecticut registration in the seller’s name.
Exterior details include front bumper overriders, chrome half-moons on the headlights, and a beltline pinstripe.
The bed has corner stake pockets, white lettering on the tailgate, and a wood floor with stainless-steel runners.
The body-colored 16″ wheels have bright trim rings and hubcaps, and they are mounted with 6.00-series Firestone whitewall tires. Unassisted steering and drum brakes are additional elements.
The bench is trimmed in burgundy upholstery, and the cab has a dome light, dual sunvisors, and a heater.
The 90-mph speedometer has a five-digit odometer showing 5k miles, ~200 of which were added under current ownership.
The engine is said to be a 235ci inline-six from a newer vehicle, and it has dual carburetors on an Offenhauser intake manifold. The mill sends power through a column-shifted three-speed manual transmission.
The truck has a split exhaust manifold mated to a dual exhaust system, as well.
Decoding the serial number shown above provides the following information:
- H – 3100 Series truck
- 53 – 1953 model year
- B – Baltimore, Maryland assembly
- 016947 – Production sequence
The truck is being sold on its Connecticut registration, which serves as an ownership document in Connecticut. It lists Antique registered usage.
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