1952 Chevrolet 1-Ton

Up for auction, 1952 1-ton Chevrolet pickup truck, factory original, unmolested, un-modified, no sheetmetal perforation, bends or jams, all there. Grill is original and straight without dents or bends and 9 foot bed has original southern yellow pine bed slats and factory black paint (albeit both getting weaker now), (5) original hubcaps, original and complete engine compartment, wire insulation is strong and not tattered (battery holds charge without disconnecting), original 6-volt system, new battery. Original216 engine with 4-speed, Very strong runner, starts cold as if it's hot every time and runs smooth at idle, no blue smoke, completely new brakes (master cylinder, wheel cylinders, drums turned,new brake pads on original shoes) stops strong and straight as an arrow. Solid unaligatored tires, lots of tread and sidewall life left, original 2-piece rims with spring rings. Original horn works, dome light works. Gauges are original, look good, are not faded and all work, no speedo bounce. Lights are good all around, brake lights work reliably. Cab floor panels are solid and straight, no perforation. Goes down the road with no wander at 55 and you can hold it there with confidence, steering is tight. Original tailgate is straight. Radiator is original and was cleaned and leaks repaired a number of years ago. Front bumper is original, back bumper is a well designed and installed farmer special.Has several minor sheetmetal creases, stone dimples and 6" crease in right side running board. Sun scald on hood and roof, otherwise original paint is all there, even the pinstripe around the cab. Driver-side door window glass is missing, otherwise good unclouded unbubbled glass. Cab headliner and sun visor is missing although have all the parts to reinstall. Original windshield wipers work. Upholstery is original with some typical wear and minor holes, but the understuffing and springs are all good, smells like an old Chevy with no mouse turd smell. Floor mat removed long ago although I still have it, makes for an authoritative template for any purists who want to accurately match it. Have tall wood sideboards from first owner.