Basic information and history

Chevrolet's 1953 pickup truck is part of the Advance Design series, launched in 1947. Known for its sturdy ladder frame, distinctive split windshield and period front with horizontal grille slats, the model is an icon among American work vehicles and is often the basis for high-quality restomod builds thanks to its proportions and timeless design.

This example is a Chevrolet Custom Pickup built by Järudds Classic Cars. The car is imported from the USA and according to the seller has a odometer reading of 532 km which can be guaranteed. It is a unique one of a kind build where the frame has been renovated, painted and kicked for the right profile, while the bed is built shallower than original. The frame is painted in a brown tone (Temadur 20, rustproof treated) which also appears on the dashboard for a cohesive design. The bed floor is handmade with planks that have been charred and then treated with linseed oil. The paint is freshly applied in an intentionally patinated rust-green color that harmonizes with the details found under the hood.

There is a lot of history and many receipts that prove the construction and work performed.

Specifications

• Built by Järudds Classic Cars, unique one of a kind
• 6.2 liter V8 LS3 crate engine with 4L80E automatic transmission
• Disc brakes all around, completely new braking system
• Air suspension
• Renovated, painted and kicked frame in brown Temadur 20
• Flatbed built shallower than original
• Handmade pallet flooring, charred planks treated with linseed oil
• New paint in patinated rust green color, matching detail paint under the hood
• Original glass with contemporary patina
• All chrome parts, moldings, headlight lenses and emblems new
• Custom designed and newly manufactured interior
• New ceiling
• New buttons and unused controls
• New tires
• Imported from the USA
• Odometer reading 532 km according to the seller, can be guaranteed

Condition

Body and exterior: Newly painted in an intentionally worn rust green color that matches the car's overall concept. Chrome, moldings, headlight lenses and emblems are new. According to the seller, the lenses are original, with a moderately contemporary patina that suits the aesthetics.

Interior: Specially designed and newly manufactured interior. The headliner is new. New buttons and unused controls. The car has only been test driven after completion according to the seller.

Tires and rims: New tires are fitted. Rims are reported to be in good condition in line with the rest of the build.

Mechanics and function: Crate engine V8 LS3 with 4L80E automatic transmission. According to the seller, the engine had run just under 4000 km before it was installed in this pickup, and the drivetrain and gearbox are stated to be in new condition. The brake system is brand new with discs all around. The car was test driven after completion and feels mechanically very fresh.

Service history

Last serviced in May 2025. The seller states that history and many receipts are available, which includes documentation of import from the USA, parts and construction. The odometer reading of 532 km can be guaranteed according to the seller. The engine's previous running time before installation is stated to be less than 4000 km.

Summary

A rare well-built Chevrolet Custom Pickup built by Järudds Classic Cars. Here, classic Advance Design aesthetics meet modern technology with LS3 V8 and 4L80E transmission, new disc brakes all around and a carefully crafted chassis and body structure. The patinated rust green paint, the kicked frame and the handmade flatbed floor create a whole that is both functional and visually unique. A special opportunity for the discerning enthusiast looking for a complete custom build with a clear common thread and a high level of execution.