1961 Chevrolet (Chevy) Apache

Description for Chevrolet Other Pickups 1961

Vintage Chevy is in excellent condition! Only 4 owners in its existence. this vehicle has earned many awards over the years including First Place from the Vintage Chevrolet Club of America - First Place Junior. First Place Senior. and a First Place at the National Convention. Since being restored in 1993. it has only been driven approximately 18. 00 miles by the previous owner. After the restoration was complete. it was selected for John Gunnell's "Standard Catalog of Chevrolet Trucks. MECHANICAL:The truck is powered by its original 235 cubic inch six cylinder in-line engine. Virtually everything under the hood was either replaced or overhauled. The transmission is a stock four speed with a "granny" low. The rear end. originally a 3. 90. was replaced with a 3. 38 ratio for better highway travel (about 2500 RPM at 60 MPH). Brakes have been completely overhauled. All receipts and records for work performed will be provided with the vehicle. Front wheel bearings were replaced with the "Timken" type for longer services. New radial tires were installed ~12. 00 miles ago. Size P215/75R15. Ball joints were replaced. The original radiator was replace with an optional heavy-duty three core radiator. The truck has never overheated. Due to its torsion bar suspension. the truck rids straight an solid and is comfortable on long journeys. EXTERIOR:The exterior was carefully painted to match the original. rare "Tahiti Coral" color. The top cab was painted white to match the original. The paint and body are in remarkable shape with virtually no scratches or dents and certainly zero rust! The bed-wood was replaced with ash boards and carefully refinished with several coats of spar varnish. Looks like new. The truck has the correct original detailed hubcaps. A new windshield was installed when the original one developed a crack. The chassis is completely stock and rust free. INTERIOR:The interior is stock with the original paint in overall good condition showing some minor wear on the door frames near the window opening (adds a bit of "character"). The interior uplholstery is a tasteful gray vinyl (not original). There is a small split in the seam on the driver's seat. Seat belts. although not an option in 1961. were installed. All of the original gauges are fully functional. The original tube-type radio was overhauled and is in stalled. It worked before being disconnected to accommodate an antenna used with a CB radio. Door sills were replaced and the correct style new floor mats were installed with sound-deadening padding. EXHAUST:The photos show dual exhaust system. Until recently. it had a dual exhaust manifold. However. it developed a crack. so was replace with an original stock manifold. That is. only one pipe and muffler are functional. The second exhaust pipe and muffler are left in place in the event that a new owner wants again to install duals. If not. it's a simple matter to remove it. EXTRAS & OPTIONS:Custom made truck cover (from California Car Covers) is included. Also included: Various repair manuals including a rare factor Assembly Manual. original owner's manual. Town and Country horn. bumper guards. locking gas cap. complete service history. and several trophies won by this vehicle.