1957 Chevrolet 3100

1957 Chevrolet 3100 Custom Pickup

This 1957 Chevrolet 3100 is the kind of truck that stops people before they even know what they are looking at. Finished in a stunning Sweet Chocolate and Copperhead PPG paint combination, this custom-built Chevrolet blends classic Task Force truck styling with high-end fabrication, modern drivability, and show-quality detail throughout. From the custom bodywork to the Birdseye Maple bed, this 3100 was built with serious attention to craftsmanship.

Under the hood sits a 350 CID high-performance Chevrolet engine, custom built and dressed by Blue Cricket. The engine bay is clean, polished, and highly detailed, backed by a 700R4 Stage 2 high-performance automatic transmission for easy cruising and strong street manners. An aluminum 4-core radiator helps keep everything cool, while custom 3-inch exhaust with Borla mufflers gives the truck the right sound without taking away from its refined presentation.

The stance is exactly what a high-end custom truck should have. A 1975 Camaro subframe was used up front, paired with a QA1 control arm kit and single-adjustable front coilover springs. Out back, the truck features a Heidts RB-110 4-link rear suspension with Heidts RP-104 truck panhard bars, giving it a planted, controlled feel on the road. Power comes through an Inland Empire aluminum driveshaft, and braking is handled by 11-inch 4-wheel disc brakes with drilled rotors.

The exterior is where this truck really separates itself. The Sweet Chocolate and Copperhead finish was laid down by Colasanti Classics, while the custom fabricated bodywork was completed by Bob Cardwell. The body has a smooth, sculpted look with a rich deep-metallic finish that changes beautifully under the light. The custom bed is a work of art on its own, featuring Birdseye Maple wood and a custom fabricated bed floor riser designed to showcase the undercarriage and suspension detail beneath. Billet Specialties Legend Series Dagger wheels finish off the look, measuring 18x8 up front and 18x9 in the rear.

Inside, the truck continues the same high-end theme. The two-tone tan interior was completed by Phelps and features a beautiful combination of alligator-pattern material and canvas tan accents. The cabin has a custom street rod feel while still fitting the character of the truck. A Billet Specialties Legends Series Stiletto 14-inch steering wheel, Boese Engineering Arctic White 5-gauge system, custom center console, bucket seats, and Vintage Air all come together to make this Chevrolet as comfortable as it is impressive.

Exterior
Sweet Chocolate and Copperhead PPG paint
Paintwork completed by Colasanti Classics
Custom fabricated bodywork by Bob Cardwell
Smooth custom body presentation
Chrome front bumper and polished trim
Custom rear roll pan treatment
Birdseye Maple custom bed
Custom fabricated bed floor riser to showcase undercarriage
Beautifully finished tailgate and bed hardware

Wheels & Stance
Billet Specialties Legend Series Dagger wheels
18x8 front wheels
18x9 rear wheels
Aggressive lowered stance
1975 Camaro front subframe
QA1 control arm kit
Single-adjustable front coilover springs
Heidts RB-110 4-link rear suspension
Heidts RP-104 truck panhard bars

Interior
Two-tone tan custom interior
Interior completed by Phelps
Alligator-pattern and canvas tan upholstery
Custom bucket seats
Matching door panels and trim
Custom center console
Billet Specialties Legends Series Stiletto 14-inch steering wheel
Boese Engineering Arctic White 5-gauge system
Vintage Air climate control
Custom carpeting and finished cabin panels

Engine & Drivetrain
350 CID high-performance Chevrolet engine
Custom built and dressed by Blue Cricket
700R4 Stage 2 high-performance automatic transmission
Aluminum 4-core radiator
Inland Empire aluminum driveshaft
Custom 3-inch exhaust
Borla mufflers
Rodes 12-gallon Pro Series aluminum fuel cell

Steering & Brakes
Upgraded front suspension geometry
QA1 front suspension components
11-inch 4-wheel disc brakes
Drilled brake rotors
Street-friendly handling and braking
Built to drive, show, and enjoy

The Drive
This 1957 Chevrolet 3100 has the look of a full custom show truck with the drivability of a properly sorted street machine. The 350 Chevrolet engine delivers reliable V8 power, the 700R4 automatic keeps it comfortable on the highway, and the upgraded suspension and 4-wheel disc brakes make it far more enjoyable to drive than a stock 1950s pickup.

From the Copperhead/Sweet Chocolate paint to the custom tan interior, raised Birdseye Maple bed floor, detailed engine bay, and upgraded chassis components, this truck was built to make an impression from every angle. It is a high-end custom 3100 with the right color combination, the right stance, and the right details.