The two earliest lines of Chevy pickup trucks were the Advance Design and the Task Force. The Advance Design Line ended in 1955, passing the torch to Task Force that same year. When being sold by GMC (remember, these companies have been linked for quite some time), it was called the Blue Chip series, though, as we know, branding doesn’t mean the vehicle underwent any design or mechanical changes. The Task Force truck (or Blue Chip) had multiple options and packages available, including the first V8 engine, truck beds from 6 feet to 8 feet in length, and 12-volt electrical systems. The first generation of the Task Force is noted for being the first vehicle in the industry to have a “wraparound” windshield, with the option on the Deluxe version to include a “wraparound” back window. The GM Blue Chip version also had some firsts with the release of this particular truck: power steering and brakes.
They were manufactured all over the globe, including the United States, Canada, South Korea, Argentina, and England. The front engine truck had options for four-wheel drive or rear-wheel drive, with a 3-speed or 4-speed manual transmission. The wheelbase measured between 114-123 inches, and came with either an I6 or V8 engine. The Advance Design and Blue Chip were discontinued in 1960 and replaced by the C/K model.
Want to learn more about these classic pickups? You can skim through sale ads on websites like Hemmings if you’re in the market for one yourself. Of course, make sure that you have a mechanic nearby that understands how these golden oldies work, or that you yourself learn enough to take care of it on your own.
This one popped up for sale on Hemmings a while ago (link below).
Mileage: 2910
Exterior: Teal
Interior: Tan
Seller’s Description: “For sale in our St. Louis showroom is a unique 1952 Chevrolet 3100 Pickup. This 52 Chevrolet Pickup features an 8 flareside or stepside bed with a stained oak floor. The 52 body sits on a 1977 Chevrolet truck frame with all new bushing tie rod ends and ball joints. Powering this 52 Chevy truck is a ZZ4 350 CID V8 engine with chrome valve covers an Edelbrock carburetor and chrome air cleaner and a March polished alloy serpentine pulley system. A new radiator and an aluminum housing helps keep the ZZ4 350 engine cool. Hi-Temp coated headers that run to the SS exhaust and mufflers and combine for a nice smooth rumble out back. A TH-350 automatic transmission transfers the power to the 12 bolt rear end. The exterior is finished in a dark teal blue that contrast the oak bed beautifully. The light beige tweed and vinyl interior shows very well with no signs of major wear. The dash is adorned with custom VDO gauges and a black Grant GT steering wheel. The odometer reads 2910 which represents the mileage put on the truck since the build was complete. Options for this 1952 Chevrolet 3100 Pickup include: Vintage Air Heat and Air Conditioning AM/FM Radio with Cassette Player Power Windows Power Steering Power Brakes Vinyl and Cloth Interior Tilt Wheel Radial Tires and Custom Aluminum/Alloy Wheels. With features like air conditioning power steering and power brakes this is a great truck to hit the road and enjoy without any worries. It would also make for a great flagship vehicle to a local business. Price: $29,995”
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