This 1951 Chevrolet 3100 5-Window Custom Pickup represents the pinnacle of automotive craftsmanship. Rendered by renowned designer Eric Brockmeyer and executed through a collaboration between Restoration Techniques, PAINTHOUSE, and Stitch by Stitch, this truck is a multiple Autorama 1st place award winner and a SEMA veteran. It is a world-class example that seamlessly fuses classic 3100 heritage with modern, high-performance engineering.
The exterior is finished in a custom Dark Maroondy Pearl from the PPG Vibrance Collection, applied to laser-straight, hand-crafted sheet metal. Subtle aesthetic refinements—such as tucked bumpers, LED headlights and tail lights, and custom Schott Accelerator 18-inch wheels with a ceramic bronze and polished finish—provide an aggressive, modern stance. The custom-stained wood bed floor features polished trim and houses the fuel filler for the custom Rick’s fuel tank.
Under the hood lies a potent Nickens Brothers LS3 V8 engine paired with a 4L65E automatic transmission. The drivetrain is anchored by a high-end Art Morrison Sport GT chassis, ensuring world-class handling and a driver-friendly experience. Performance is further elevated by a GAP Racing 3-inch exhaust system with Black Widow mufflers, Strange coil-over shocks at all four corners, and Wilwood 4-wheel disc brakes featuring drilled rotors and red calipers.
Inside, the cabin is defined by luxury and technological integration. The interior, including the dash, full-length console, and custom bucket seats, is wrapped in hand-stitched Chocolate Hydes Automotive premium leather. Advanced amenities include Dakota Digital gauges, Vintage Air conditioning, and a high-end Alpine 8-inch audio system with Phoenix Gold amplifiers and a rear camera, creating a sophisticated environment that is as comfortable as it is stunning.
Highlights:
* Performance: Nickens Brothers LS3 V8 with GAP Racing 3-inch exhaust and Black Widow mufflers
* Chassis: Art Morrison Sport GT chassis with power rack-and-pinion steering
* Exterior: Custom Dark Maroondy Pearl finish with Schott Accelerator 18” wheels
* Interior: Hand-stitched Chocolate Hydes Automotive premium leather throughout
* Tech: Dakota Digital gauges, Vintage Air, power windows, and Alpine 8-inch audio system
* Suspension/Braking: Strange coil-over shocks and Wilwood 4-wheel disc brakes with red calipers
* Bed: Custom stained wood flooring with polished trim
* Pedigree: SEMA-featured build with multiple Autorama 1st place awards (including the Millwinder Award)