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FAQ1952 Chevrolet 3800 Panel Truck
| Make: | Chevrolet |
| Model: | Other |
| SubModel: | Suburban |
| Type: | Wagon |
| Trim: | 3800 |
| Year: | 1952 |
| Mileage: | 19435 |
| VIN: | 2KS-I4228 |
| Color: | Red |
| Engine: | 216 CI |
| Cylinders: | 6 |
| Fuel: | Gasoline |
| Transmission: | Manual |
| Drive type: | RWD |
| Interior color: | Brown |
| Drive side: | Left-hand drive |
| Vehicle Title: | Clean |
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| Private seller |
 Enquire |
Description of 1952 Chevrolet Other 3800 |
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VehicleHistory According to the current owner, this truck was purchased new by the Frankfort Hill (NewYork) Volunteer Fire Departmentand used as a Rescue Ambulance. It was retired in 1987.The Frankfort Hill Volunteer Fire Department Chief Thomas Wilson August “Gus” Baglioof Utica, New York, purchased the vehicle andowned it for a few months. He then sold it to,Thomas Bufford (current owner) in April 1987.The odometer read approximately 6200 miles at thetimeof sale. Thomas Bufford and his son Eric drove the vehicle fromNew York to Michigan. During their ownership, the vehicle has been garagedanddriven regularly in nice weather. It has been used in parades and to attend car shows, swap meets and flea markets. Thomas Bufford states the current odometer reading of 19,435miles is accurate.Thomas has all maintenance records during his ownership. Body, Interior& StructuralAssessment Exterior:The exterior of this vehicle is very original and in good overall condition. The body does not exhibit any corrosion. It has some small dents from usage.The hood has a dent on the right rear: likely from an impact with thespotlight.The paint is faded.Based off the red paintwiththefactory marking“326J”on the firewall, this truck appears to have been painted red when assembled by General Motors andlikely would be the color“Swift’s Red”. Exterior trim iscomplete and mostly free of corrosion. Bumpers are painted gray and have scrapes and wear. Rubber window trim is cracked and aged. The original17” 3-piece wheels show multiple colors of white, gray and red. The outboard brake lights do not appear to be factory installed.The original brake light above the license plate is non-functional.The fire equipment installed on this vehicle consists of: spotlights on either side (passenger side does not work), light andsirenon left front fender (light does not work),red lights on the front splash panel,beacon light on roof (works). Lettering for the “Frankfort Hill Vol. Fire Co” on the doors andacross paintedon each panel section.The inspector did notdetect any previous collisiondamage. Interior:The interior of this vehicle is ingoodoverall condition.It wears its original gray paint.Every component is in serviceable condition. The seat upholstery could be original: driver’s seat as a split seam. Dash is in good condition with no corrosion on trim. The dash has clearmarkings forthe installedfire equipment (siren lite, beacon,decal stating “CALLING KED550. THIS IS TRUCK 514 FRANKFORT HILL”). Floor mat is cracked. Door panels show wear. Paint is worn around glove boxand the glove boxlatch does not always catchto close. The vehicle is equipped with an original Chevrolet heater. All components appear functional. Underbody:The underbody is cleanwith minor surface corrosion.All components appear serviceable.No collisiondamage was observed during this inspection Underbody:The underbody is cleanwith minor surface corrosion.All components appear serviceable.No collisiondamage was observed during this inspection. Mechanicals:The engine compartment of this vehicle is very original.This vehicle has been maintained as necessary during Thomas Bufford’s ownership form 1987 to present. Recent repairs include relining the brake shoes, new battery, new voltage regulator. All beltsand hoses appear to have been replaced and in good condition.Only the fuel filter appears to be a non-correct component (modern replacement).The current BF Goodrich Silvertown tires (7.00 x 17 size, replaced in 1996) are dryrotted and should be replaced. The vehicle startswith the proper application of fuel and manual chock. The driver slowly releases the choke as the engine warms up. The vehicle drove as expected during the test drive. No unusual noises or smells were observed.Theodometer reading during the test drive was 19,435miles. The owner states this is accurate |
