This 1951 Chevrolet Thriftmaster custom build pickup began by preserving the classic features of the 1951 Chevrolet pickup's "Advanced Design" styling, but from that conservative starting point, it went in a decidedly radical direction.

Fatman Fabrications welded a custom chassis designed to accommodate a choice of suspensions.

Ultimately, AccuAir air-ride system was chosen for its handling stability and performance, both due to the inherent progressive spring rate that system offers.

Air ride also allows the vehicle to be lowered completely for display, emphasizing this amazing custom Chevrolet's classic lines.

The pickup's show-winning paint finish comes courtesy of several coats of Porsche Graphite Blue Metallic, an iridescent coating that lights up under show-hall illumination and bright sunlight.

Mar-K Manufacturing fabricated the custom tailgate and hand-fabricated the wood bed, staining the boards in a dark gray to complement the truck's superb paint and trimming it with po...