1951 Chevy 3100 1/2 Short Bed 216 Unitied States Air Force USAF Military Rat Rod

1951 Chevrolet 3100 Pickup- USAFThanks for checking out my 1951 Chevrolet 3100 Pickup. This is an awesome truck. with some very nice unique history compared to a lot of other 3100 trucks out there. This truck originally served in the United States Air Force. stationed at McChord AFB. in Washington State. This truck served as a AFB service truck for many years during the Korean War Era. I am not sure when it left the USAF. but in the 1980's it was found in Seattle. Washington. and brought to Oregon. Around the mid 1990's a USAF Veteran was looking for one of these trucks to use in parades. and came across this one. He had it restored. very nicely. and kept with the correct Air Force Blue color theme. but chose to leave off all the USAF badging for every day use. You could easily do that in the future with decals. this truck is way to nice to have them painted on. He has sense passed away. it was his pride and joy. at that time it spent its life in Eugene. Oregon. I first saw the truck around 2005. A very nice retired gentleman. wanted a 1951 Chevrolet pickup. and found this one for sale in the local paper. He met with the gentleman that restored it. bought it and it has lived its life here in Salem. The new owner used the truck. as his every day driver. when it was nice out. I saw the truck all over the place. and always tried to chase the him down but you know how it is. nbsp; it made a turn then vanished. it is the thrill of the chase. One day. I was out driving around. and tucked back behind a house in a garage was the nose of this truck sticking out of the garage. I drove by a couple times. and decided to knock on the door. All I could see is the grill area from the street. I talked to the gentleman a bit. and he took me out to see the truck. thats when I realized it was the one that I have been trying to get my hands on for the last 10 years. After talking to the gentleman for a bit. is when I found out that this truck was an Air Force truck. out of McChord. which brought back a lot of memories for me as well. I grew up as a Military kid. and in the early 70's. we lived at that very same base. I have always had a draw toward vehicles that have been used for the armed forces. Most people obviously would not associate the truck with the Military. because it is a good looking truck. it isn't until you see the Original Military tag under the hood. that you understand the upper story of this truck. and that i was used to help protect what we have here in the USA. our Freedom. Please read the whole auction. there is tons of information. lots of pictures about the general condition of the truck. If you would like to see it in person before you bid. please give me a call. I would love to tell you more about it. I have been selling classic cars here on eBay since 2003. 12 years now. with around 500 classic cars sold over the internet. with 100% Feedback. What I love about these old cars. is that I get to own some of my favorite cars one at a time. I have turned this passion into a business. but for me it is an awesome time to enjoy the cars themselves. It has been such a joy to do business with people all over the world. I have sold multiple cars to many buyers all over from Europe. Dubai. Australia. Japan. Brazil. nbsp; just to name a few. It has always been a pleasure. getting to know other car enthusiast all over the Continent. especially some that have become very good friends of mine because of our love for cars. I look forward to doing business here on ebay for many years to come. and look forward to meeting some other like minded classic car nuts like myself. If you would like to call me and talk about the car. that would be great. would love to help you out. if you want to call and talk about cars. it would be my pleasure. I am on the hunt for any Interesting classics. please give me a call. 503-910-2085 - Jason. CONDITION:This is a very nice truck. painted the original Azure Blue. it is in very nice shape and condition. The truck was never abused. very clean panels. There are no signs of any rust that I can see on the truck. very solid. the bottom of the cab corners are very nice inside and out. they have not been replaced. The bottoms of the doors. the cowl. are in excellent shape. no bubbles. The floor pan is again very nice. no patches. The running boards are in very nice condition. The paint is about 15-20 years old. not sure when it exactly got finished. but know it is at least 15 years since it was restored. The paint is in good shape. it shows its age in a few areas. were there are little chips. and light scratches that have been touched up. Overall I would consider this truck an excellent driver. but it is show worthy. and parade worthy for sure. You really have to be looking close to notice imperfections here and there on it. Look through the pictures and you will see little chips. and scratches. The color is a true Air Force Blue. but it will play tricks on you. out in really bright sunlight. it really perks up. in overcast or partly cloudy it gets darker. The day I took the photos. the sun would pop in and out. and the color in photos would change constantly. It is a medium blue. just like you would see on any Air Force rig. some of the photos came out a little brighter because of the sun. the darker shades is a good example for sure. but in sunlight it is correct as well. The bed is very nice. a few light dings and scuffs on the inside along the walls. There are a few cracks in the paint on the bed on the top rail toward the back. A few imperfections on the paint. on the bed in the seams. The Oak Floor. stained in Cherry Chestnut color with Stainless rails really look good. It was just installed last week. these are all cut boards. all channeled correclty. and it just looks great. nicely done. this is a very nice truck. very straight and nice fenders. very clean and just good looking. The interior is in nice condition. restored in the late 90's. it has a little wear but over all very clean. and presentable. Seat is in nice shape. no rips or tears. it has been used and ridden in but very nice seat. Very clean inside. non smoker. the door panels. are in nice condition. The headliner. has some warping to it pretty common. It has radio delete. has a heater as well. that works. The wipers have been upgraded to electic. and has 2 switches for the fog lamps. and the rear back up light. The turn signals. brake lights. dash lights all work. The floor mat is in nice shape as well. it is worn but in good shape. Overall. for a very nice driver. occasional show rig interior is excellent. Chrome shows a little pitting. minor but it is original. Steering wheel has some minor cracks. The glass is in good shape. the drivers windshield has a little hazing around the edge. Were the Star sticker is at bottom corner. there is a little delamination on the glass. The passenger door glass rolls up and down. but about half way down. it needs just a little bit of help. needs to be leveled out. not to big of deal. just needs an adjustment. It stays nice and dry inside. the gaskets all look in good shape. The cowl vent for fresh air opens and closes nicely. If you have any other questions about this Toyota Supra. please give me call would love to tell you more about it. if interested in a buy it now. let me know. Thanks. Jason 503-910-2085Terms are pretty Simple. if you can pay for it. within the time I allow. and can follow the guidelines. then please bid. if you can't then don't. It takes 2 to put on a good auction. you the Buyer and Me the Seller. I have perfect feedback. have sold over 500 well loved Classic Cars on Ebay. and have pretty much had great experiences with everyone. International Bidders. Please bid. have sent many cars to Europe. Australia. Asia. and all has been great. Please read the auction 2-3 times. and look at all the pictures and study them. If you have more questions please call me or email. I would be glad to help. **USA shipping. I have a nice lady that helps us with shipping she can give you a quote anywhere in the USA. she is reliable and hauls all my cars and most of my customers. Border to Border Auto Transport - Natasha 503-798-8226. tell her that you are working with Jason from Blue Oval Ranch. **Overseas shipping. I use Schumacher Cargo Logistics. Damien Sheilds 818-314-2536. he is the Manager. he is very good and very helpful tell him you are working with me. I do have a price sheet for quick pricing as well. so I can give you a basic ball park. Terms of Sale: When auction ends. you need to contact me within 24hrs of auction end. $1000 deposit within 24hrs prefer paypal. Balance due within 7 days of auction end. If you have questions about payment. give me a call before you bid. if you need special arrangements. as long as I know ahead of time. no problem. I am easy to get along with. When you pay in full. I will fax you a bill of sale. and buyers guide. and have you sign it fax it back. nbsp;and I will send you the Oregon Title. and Original Paperwork I have by FedEx to you and the bill of sale. If you come in person. obviously I would do all the paperwork with you. and hand over title in hand when you pay. Most people I deal with have there car shipped. so just explaining all the details. Pretty Simple. you pay. and you get the title and the vehicle. A U C T I O N E N D S January 26th- Monday Night EAST COAST: 10:00 pm WEST COAST: 7:00 pm 7 Day Auction. I am looking for a Buyer! Give me a Call if you have questions!*U. S. and International bidders welcome as long as your friendly! A U C T I O N E N D S January 26th- Monday Night EAST COAST: 10:00 pm WEST COAST: 7:00 pm