Not Sold | 1949 Chevrolet 3100 Pickup First-class restoration of this highly desirable post-war model, an outstanding event or promotional vehicle with period character and charm

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Not Sold (Est: £22,000 - £24,000)

1949 Chevrolet 3100 Pickup First-class restoration of this highly desirable post-war model, an outstanding event or promotional vehicle with period character and charm

United Kingdom • 31 Aug 2026 • Lot 50

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AI Listing Summary

This 1949 Chevrolet 3100 Pickup has undergone a high-quality restoration, presenting exceptionally well with a striking two-tone paint scheme and abundant chrome. It's highlighted as a desirable model with significant visual appeal, suitable for collections or promotional use.

Condition

8

The car is described as having undergone a 'first-class restoration' and having 'considerable restoration at some point in its life'. While the history file is lost, the 'quality of its presentation nevertheless speaks for itself'. The exterior and interior are described as attractive with good detailing and brightwork. This suggests a high level of care and condition, fitting the 'Excellent' category, which allows for minimal cosmetic imperfections after restoration.

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Transmission:

Manual

Chassis No:

5SJD1639

Odometer:

105 miles

Reg Number:

49 CHV

RHD/LHD:

LHD

MOT – Exempt Few vehicles capture the character of post-war America quite like a late-1940s Chevrolet pickup.

With its wonderfully rounded bodywork, imposing multi-bar chrome grille and unmistakably utilitarian origins, Chevrolet's pickups of this era have become hugely desirable classics in their own right.

Dating from 1949, this particularly attractive example was first registered in the United Kingdom on 16th May 2018.

It is understood to have benefited from a considerable restoration at some point in its life, although regrettably its accompanying history file has subsequently been lost.

The quality of its presentation nevertheless speaks for itself.

Finished in a particularly effective two-tone combination of deep blue with contrasting cream wings, the Chevrolet retains all the visual appeal expected of an American pickup of the period.

Extensive brightwork, including the substantial chrome grille and bumpers, provides a superb contrast to the paintwork, while the boldly let...