At gmc dealers, it was called the blue chip series the 1955 second series offered standard options and addons such as 12volt electrical systems, chevrolet s first v8 engine since 1915 265 cubic inches, and fleetside beds in 1958. I stopped on my way back home and talked with the owner. This awesome 1958 chevy fleetside pickup is in great shape and runs as good as it. The chevrolet task force was chevrolet s successor to the advance design series. Built a few years back here at dillons rod and custom in barnum iowa. Nov 22, 2014 1959 chevy half ton long bed fleetside pickup for sale. Whether you are a classic truck enthusiast or prefer the modernday pickups, its hard to deny the appeal of a chevrolet truck.
Your definitive 196772 chevrolet ck pickup buyers guide hagerty. Find 1959 chevrolet apaches for sale on oodle classifieds. We spend a lot of time with the guys from antique tyres in melbourne. In total, chevy offered five different exterior colors. All lightduty trucks are now called apache, mediumduty trucks called viking, and heavyduty trucks called spartan. Its a big truck sitting high on its 16 wheels with 26575 x 16 tyres. In 1957, the trucks would get the more open grille, and it was only found on this year. Over the decades, chevrolet began to find ways to put a unique spin on the trucks we loved. Antique apache 1959 chevrolet apache fleetside fuel tank. To see ads from the may, 2020 issue, you must be a subscriber to hemmings motor news. The rustfree sheet metal was painted with factorycode klondike gold paint with creamcolor accent spears along the fleetside bed. Chevrolet apache classics for sale classics on autotrader. Classic industries offers a wide selection of 1959 chevrolet truck parts, including 1959 chevrolet truck interior parts and soft trim, 1959 chevrolet truck exterior sheet metal, 1959 chevrolet truck moldings, 1959 chevrolet truck emblems, 1959 chevrolet truck weatherstrip and unique accessories, to nearly every nut and bolt needed for installation.
Find new and used chevrolet apache classics for sale by classic car dealers and private sellers near you. The standard drivetrain was the 3speed manual tranny with two available. We spoke with several classic chevy truck owners, collectors, and. The hood was flatter and had two spears at the top, similar to the 57 chevy bel air. This truck came to me by way of arizona where it spent its life. Shop millions of cars from over 21,000 dealers and find the perfect car. First year for new fleetside bed called wideside by gmc in 6. Join millions of people using oodle to find unique used cars for sale, certified preowned car listings, and new car classifieds. Chevy trucks recounts this incredible history, from the classic series 490 to todays silverado and. High end build 1959 chevy apache fleetside short bed. Classics on autotrader has listings for new and used 1959 chevrolet apache classics for sale near you. Engine is a 1970 cadillac 472, 400 hp with 700 lbs. Ben and the crew offer a premium service and theres always a happy antique face at an event or show. Transmission, 3 or 4 speed manual 3 speed hydramatic.
Hardworking truck from a california horse farm is now in ibiza, lovingly restored to its original glory with original emblems. This truck came from california in 2007 where it was owned and built by a famous speed shop. Type bad red 59 chevy pickup for sale in the search bar to see it. Link your active subscription or subscribe for instant access. Up for auction is a very solid 1960 chevy long bed fleetside. The apache series of chevrolet trucks changed the work truck in america, according to wes and every other apache truck lover ive met. It was a beautiful, sleek design that had a bit of. Up for sale is my 1959 chevy apache 32 fleetside lwb. Are you trying to find 1961 chevrolet c10 12 ton values. Dubbed the action line, the secondgeneration ck series added comfort and convenience features. I am updating the classic 58 apache mod to work with and possibly take advantage of the features in the new version.
The truck drives very well and has been 100% reliable. Good thing my 14yearold and soeagertodrive grandson didnt know about englands young driver program or he might have moved across the pond years ago. I saw this 1958 chevrolet apache fleetside on the side of the road one day on the way to the dump. Never molested, 100 percent original, no parts missing.
Front disc brakes, power steering, headers,msd ignition, edelbrock intake manifold. This truck was originally a v8 from the factory as denoted by the vin number and the v incorporated into the bonnet badge. The hagerty classic truck valuation tool is designed to help you learn how to value your 1959 chevrolet series 3100 12 ton and assess the current state of the classic truck market. Chevy truck history evolution of chevy trucks cj pony. A c truck designated 2wheel drive, rear of course, while k designated a 4 wheel drive. Along the way, he has authored and photographed a dozen books on automotive history for mbi publishing, and contributed articles to dozens of automotive. Find the best used car deals for your search 1959 apache fleetside. It looks like it has literally jumped right out of the screen in southern california or texas or wherever any other fake reality car shows are based. Chevy truck history from the debut of the first chevrolet truck in 1918 to the 2018 silverado, chevy has been manufacturing trucks for nearly a century. Accessories, such as the bodycolor sun visor, are met by a chrome rain cover and spotlight. I wasnt impressed with my first site of it but i was always interested in buying a 195859 fleetside pickup.
Cab corners, rockers, and cab mounts are all solid with no rust issues or repairs. This 1959 apache fleetside pickup has logged just over 3,000 miles since frameoff rotisserie restoration. Without doubt, this is the best book on the chevrolet pickup. Once the word gets out that you love apache trucks, and people start calling. Powered by a corvette ls1 v8 with automatic transmission. Book depository books with free delivery worldwide. The sporty, jetinspired 1959 chevrolet fleetside pickup was chevrolets answer to the fancy ford styleside pickups car buffs remember the flamboyant 1959 chevy cars, with their batwing fins, catseye taillamps, and a trucklid, as veteran auto tester tom mccahill noted, big enough to land a piper cub. Purchased already restored so dont have the history of the paint. New listing 1959 chevrolet apache complete frame off restoration completed in 17. This mod was posted, butchered by a russian site, reuploaded, then stolen by another site who broke it even further by rebranding the jbeams and reuploading it yet again. At gmc locations, it was called the blue chip series. I wasnt impressed with my first site of it but i was always interested in buying a 1958 59 fleetside pickup. Chevy truck history lansing chevrolet shaheen chevrolet. Jul 17, 2017 for sale is my 1959 chevy 12 ton apache fleetside pickup not sure of production numbers, but know that it was low for the fleetside apaches 235 ci 6 cyl 3 speed transmission on the column this is a good driver runs and drives well glass in good condition body in very solid condition.
The names barrettjackson, and all associated graphics, logos, page headers, button icons, scripts, and service names are trademarks, registered trademarks or trade dress of the barrettjackson auction company, llc or its affiliates. So when i saw tonys apache during a recent visit i was intrigued to ask him a few questions about it. With the 1955 chevrolet 3124 series cameo carrier, chevy released their first fleetside truck model. This is the long wheelbase 34 ton version with the 8 lug axles and 8ft bed. The task force series ran from late 1955 second series through 1959. Results include ads from the april, 2020 issue of hemmings motor news. Media in category 1958 chevrolet trucks the following 24 files are in this category, out of 24 total. Find the best deals for used chevrolet apache fleetside. Find 1958 chevrolet apaches for sale on oodle classifieds.
His fourth book dream street chronicles the builders, workers, and. See more ideas about chevy apache, chevy and classic trucks. Chevy truck history evolution of chevy trucks cj pony parts. Up for auction is my 1959 chevy apache fleetside pickup. I reupholstered the bench seat had engine and transmissionrebuilt as well. Chevrolet apache used chevrolet apache fleetside mitula cars. Follow on dreamgoatinc for more muscle car, rat rod, street rod, barn find, gassers, pro street and custom car videos. For the first time, the fleetside aka straight side bed became available in 1958. In 1958, these halfton trucks were made with 6cylinder engines, with wraparound windshields designed to let drivers see more, with dual headlights and a body style that remains classic and recognizable. The chevrolet task force was chevrolets successor to the advance design trucks.
Jun 02, 2018 it looks like it has literally jumped right out of the screen in southern california or texas or wherever any other fake reality car shows are based. I have owned this truck for about 20 years and it has been a joy. Used 1959 apache fleetside cars in apache mitula cars. Original bw glossy factory photos of your favorite trucks. I have never driven the truck in the winter and it has always been placed in a clean, dry garage from october to may.
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