Offered here is a stunning two owner 1959 Chevrolet Apache 3100, Deluxe, Big window cab, ½ ton Fleetside frame-off, rotisserie restored Pickup. This period-correct traditional driver features subtle artistic flair; a nod toward the mid-century classic Surfer lifestyle, resulting in a striking head-turner whenever she’s on the road.

She is finished with the original factory-1959 serene Neptune Green (color-matched during disassembly) and Pure White, two-tone paint with clear coat scheme, which is complimented by its one of a kind interior. A custom-hand-sewn tan vinyl, dacron and burlap bolstered upholstery seat rebuilt to factory specs, custom tufted door panels with a hand-stitched, complementing thread color steering wheel boot provide an iconic look and outstanding comfort.

The surfboard-stripe themed headliner was hand-built by the builder in a custom original wood joinery-design of ¼” walnut, mahogany and maple wood, creating a stunning deviation from the traditional perforated fabric factory headliner panel. It’s wrapped in flexible chrome edge beading to complete the look. New tan blend pile-carpeting and factory correct floor mats conceal X-mat sound deadening membrane and offer a plush, quiet ride. She has the original factory dashboard, instrument cluster with a new chrome surround and viewing glass, a new 1959-correct steering wheel with working dual channel horns, new directional controls, a mix of original and new gleaming chrome knobs and heater controls. The glove box is set off with a classic striping pattern on its door with original working latch mechanism. While it maintains the original interior pressboard liner, it has been upgraded with the correct lighting kit and a new fabric sleeve in a serendipitous hula-girl motif, applied with astonishing alignment and precision. The truck was completely rewired with a new, factory-correct wiring harness. Every control, switch and light in the truck works, complete with a Retro-Sound Bluetooth capable stereo installed into the original, unmodified dash and Pioneer kick panel 100w speakers at the floor. The truck was originally sent from the St. Louis factory without a radio but the factory stereo cover with traditional Chevron logo was preserved, painted green and repurposed as a nostalgic keychain, to be included in the sale.

This 1959 Apache is powered by its original Straight 6, 235 ci Thriftmaster motor. This is a numbers matching vehicle. The cab, doors, hood, frame, front fenders and motor are all original components. The starter, generator and carburetor are all original to the truck and have been completely rebuilt to factory-new condition. The painted engine bay features the original oil-bath air filter and a new oil pressure line. A new, 1959-correct breather cap tops off the freshly painted (Blue Flame) engine which prominently features the correct black and yellow applied Thriftmaster label. A new period-correct radiator and hoses are coupled with the original water pump, fan and pulley, all powder coated black. The truck sports its original fuel tank behind the seat with hold-down straps . A new sending unit, stainless fuel lines, new fuel pump and chrome locking fuel cap have been installed. New spark plugs, wires, distributor cap and points have been added. The new galvalume exhaust system has the original manifold, new pipes and standard compatible new muffler. Transmission is the original 3 speed on the column with the original rear end and drive shaft complete with new clutch assembly. New drums (all 4), brakes (all 4), powder coated color-matching steel wheels and period correct Chevrolet hubcaps with chrome beauty rings complement the 3-⅛” wide whitewall radial Coker Tires.

This truck has many features some of which are:

– 4 new shock absorbers (front and rear)
– Original leaf springs, disassembled, sandblasted and epoxy painted each leaf
– Front, Rear and Spare under: Coker Classic Nostalgia P235/75R15, 3 ⅛” radial.
– Instrumentation: All original
– Chrome interior headliner molding
– Padded door panels with custom stitching
– Powder coated rear license plate bracket
– New factory correct hood hinges and springs
– Original Chrome door handles but the key cylinders do not work as the original door key is missing
– New factory telescoping radio antenna
– Exterior applied cab visor
– Original ashtray and functioning push button lighter
– New chrome bumpers and steel brackets front and rear
– Custom inlay Mar K Ash and Mahogany wood bed with polished stainless hidden fastener strips
– Metallic painted center surfboard striping in custom bed
– Custom hand sewn matching tan upholstery tailgate chain covers
– Custom painted Chevrolet tailgate logo
– 12 volt electrical system.
– Powder coated spare tire under mount bracket with full whitewall spare and painted rim
– New green tint factory cab glass, all windows
– New actuator and controls for door window glass
– New rear view mirror
– New LED dome light and switch
– New sealed unit LED red star pattern tail lights
– New Chevy logo locking gas cap with keys
– Amber front grill directional lenses
– Incandescent headlight bulbs with hi beams
– Original chrome grille, fender badges and cab trim
– New polished steel airplane style buckle, brown fabric 2 point seatbelts (3)
– New fleetside bed panels with chrome rocket trim sets, red reflective inlays and “Fleetside” chrome badging
– New chrome rectangular rear view mirrors
– New E brake cable assembly with original handle in cab
– Frame is original and in perfect shape prior to sandblasting and has been epoxy primed and painted matte black
– Wheel wells (4) painted with black bedliner spray under
– Cab floor interior painted in white bedliner spray for durability
– Under cab painted with factory correct red ochre primer color but with bedliner paint
– Rear end painted orange to match existing factory specs with green and yellow striping painted on driveshaft
– Stainless steel hardware and bolts wherever possible
– Stick on hula dancer figurine for dash included
– Gray fleece truck cover with stuff sack included
– 3rd owner vehicle, purchased from the restorer.

Street and show ready this car is looking for a new owner. She also comes with a truck cover.

This truck is absolutely beautiful and causes crowds everywhere it goes. From the truly excellent paint work to the trim, the unique interior, the chrome and running gear, this Apache is outstanding. You don’t often see cars of this quality coming to market so if it interests you, call to make an appointment to view.

If you should be the buyer of this vehicle, you will not be disappointed. We have priced her to provide you the best deal on a car of this caliber so if you think she belongs in your collection, don’t hesitate to call us and discuss; a car like this will not last long so act now.