1953 Chevrolet 3100 Custom Pickup
Why This Truck Is Special
This stunning 1953 Chevrolet 3100 Pickup Custom is a professionally built street rod, finished in gorgeous Vermillion Red and fully upgraded for performance and style. Powered by a GM ZZ4 350 cubic inch small-block V8 producing 370 horsepower, paired with a TH350 automatic transmission, and sending power to a Ford 9-inch rear end with 3.70 gearing, this truck drives as impressively as it looks. Over $100,000 went…
1953 Chevrolet 3100 Custom Pickup
Why This Truck Is Special
This stunning 1953 Chevrolet 3100 Pickup Custom is a professionally built street rod, finished in gorgeous Vermillion Red and fully upgraded for performance and style. Powered by a GM ZZ4 350 cubic inch small-block V8 producing 370 horsepower, paired with a TH350 automatic transmission, and sending power to a Ford 9-inch rear end with 3.70 gearing, this truck drives as impressively as it looks. Over $100,000 went into this build, resulting in a show-stopping classic that’s both street-ready and a trophy contender.
Features
GM crate ZZ4 350 cubic inch, 370 hp engine
TH350 automatic transmission
Ceramic-coated headers and full exhaust system
March pulley system
Vintage A/C
Rack-and-pinion steering
Heidts complete front end with tubular A-arms
HOTCHKIS 4-link rear end with coil-over shocks
LOKAR shifter, pedals, and dipstick
Smoothed firewall
Ididit tilt steering column with LeCarra leather-wrapped wheel
Dakota Digital gauges
Full custom leather interior by M&M Interiors
Custom leather door panels and overhead console
Pioneer stereo system with remote
LMC electric cowl vent, gas tank and battery relocation kits
LMC roll pan and wood bed kit
PPG code 72 Base Coat clear coat paint
Polished 5-spoke mag wheels with black sidewall tires
Power windows, rain-gear electric wipers, aftermarket windshield
Mechanical
The heart of this truck is the GM ZZ4 350 small-block, equipped with a 4-barrel carburetor, aluminum intake, ceramic-coated headers and exhaust, March pulley system, vintage A/C, and polished/finned valve covers with open-air cleaner. The chassis features a modern Heidts front end with tubular control arms, coil-over shocks, power steering, and disc brakes, while the rear HOTCHKIS 4-link with coil-overs ensures smooth, controlled performance. This combination makes the truck drive like a modern muscle truck while maintaining its classic charm.
Interior
Inside, the fully custom leather twin bucket seat interior shines with meticulous craftsmanship. Features include custom leather door panels and overhead console, Dakota Digital gauges, LOKAR shifter and pedals, Ididit tilt column, LeCarra leather-wrapped steering wheel, power windows, Pioneer stereo with remote, tan carpets, and a clean, detailed dashboard. Every detail has been carefully finished to complement the exterior’s stunning presentation.
Exterior
The bright Vermillion Red paint gleams with PPG code 72 Base Coat clear coat finish. The truck is outfitted with an LMC electric cowl vent, roll pan, wood bed kit, and relocated gas tank and battery for a smooth, clean appearance. Polished mag wheels and black sidewall tires complete the look, perfectly complementing the truck’s flowing step fenders and flawless bodywork.
Conclusion
This 1953 Chevrolet 3100 Custom Pickup is a complete, professionally built show truck ready to turn heads. With its high-quality performance upgrades, stunning custom interior, and flawless exterior, it’s built to impress both on the street and at car shows. A true trophy contender, this pickup is ready to be enjoyed on cruises, weekend shows, or proudly displayed as a top-tier classic.