1951 Chevy 6400/like 3100
33K miles Time Capsule
True barn find
Link to YouTube video of truck running and operating (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s9LTPsJ5nLg) or search Corts 51 Chevy 6400.
This is a true one family owned, 33k mile barn find truck. It even comes with the original Kansas license plate from when it was new – and it’s even a #1 tag! Some people used to race to the courthouse to get the first tag, and this truck still has it along with original seat, paint, engine, and even headliner and door panels, a true time capsule.
This truck was driven from southwest Kansas to central Kansas (about 200 miles) in 1994, when the family moved, and parked in the back of the barn until last month. I was lucky enough to drag it out and wake it up from its 30 year slumber. I pulled the plugs and lubed up the cylinders, cleaned the points, flushed out the old gas, and added a battery – she started right up, and sounds like a 33000 mile truck should sound. No smoke or rattles, nice and smooth. This truck came equipped with power brakes and a 2 speed axle, both of which work – however – the master cylinder leaks so the brakes will need some attention.
I spent about a day cleaning it up, and was amazed how solid everything is. There is no rust anywhere, after a quick hand waxing the paint shines nicely, but I am no professional and it could use a little more polishing. The body is exceptionally straight, but not perfect as it is 73 years old, it is truly amazing for an original truck.
I have been yard driving and around the area enough to get a feel for it – the transmission shifts nicely, the steering is tight, the hydraulic dump bed works great, the hand brake works, but the brakes need a little work.
This truck truck is a truly wonderful piece of history, and could still be very useful today, but please keep in mind that it did set for 30 years without being started. I have not checked the lights, I would recommend servicing the whole truck, trans – rear end – etc. It will surely need a little tinkering – but is probably one of the most solid original examples you are going to find. Truck does come with a good Kansas title.
Price: $7,400
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