1956 Red RESTORED ULTRA RARE NAPCO 4X4 V8!

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Worldwide Vintage Autos is pleased to present this ultra rare 1956 GMC 250 with factory installed Napco 4x4. One of the first early factory optioned NAPCO's Powr-Pak 4x4 4x4 on a GMC! Yes! That is right, this could be one of the first GM FACTORY four wheel drive trucks in the world (Chevy did not offer factory optioned Powr-Pack Napco 4x4 until 1957!). Compare with auction results from $50-80K and own this truck at a fraction of blue book (and build cost) “The forward looking collector will note that classic pickup trucks are just getting started - and there are plenty of underpublicized specimens out there” Autoweek Magazine February 2016. We scour the country for vintage cars and trucks and we rarely come across one like this! You must see and drive this rare GMC!

HISTORY

This ultra rare GMC with Napco conversion 4x4 predates the arrival of the all-wheel-drive crossover utility vehicle and the four-wheel-drive walk-behind mower by more than 50 years. But like the Jeep CJ, it helped lay the groundwork for both by making four-wheel drive available to consumers. In the late 1940s and early 1950s, General Motors did not offer factory-built, four-wheel-drive pickup trucks, so a vendor from Minneapolis, Minnesota, the Northwestern Auto Parts Company, or NAPCO, which had been building 4x4 components for heavy trucks during the war, saw a niche and decided to fill it.NAPCO's Powr-Pak 4x4 conversion kits were typically sold to new car dealers or commercial truck upfitters--businesses that install dump or utility bodies, winches or snow plows. Armed with the Powr-Pak kit, a shop could transform a truck from two-wheel drive to four-wheel drive in just a few hours, with no welding and minimal cutting needed. The front drive axle in the package was fitted with tubes modified for constant velocity joints, thus allowing the wheels to steer. The transfer case was a divorced unit, driven via a shaft off the transmission, so it could be mounted without altering or adapting to the stock powertrain.NAPCO conversions date at least as far back as the 1947-'55 (first series) GM light trucks. However, prior to 1955, only one-ton and three-quarter-ton trucks could be converted, because half-ton trucks used a torque-tube style driveshaft that wasn't easily adapted to a transfer case. Once the torque tube was eliminated, in the second-series 1955 trucks, it became possible to use NAPCO conversion kits on half-tons.Starting in 1956, NAPCO's Powr-Pak 4x4 was offered as a factory option on GMC's, while Chevrolet began offering it from the factory in 1957. The two were identical systems, other than the availability of a V-8 and an automatic transmission on the GMC trucks. (The Chevrolet could only be ordered with the 235-cu.in. six-cylinder and a four-speed manual transmission.) This continued more or less unchanged until the introduction of the redesigned 1960 GM trucks, when the automaker installed its own four-wheel-drive system. Source: Hemmings Motor News

SPECIFICS / BUILD INFORMATION

EXTERIOR

-Newer paint and bodywork.

-New wood bed and trim.

-Rare factory 16" steel wheels with hubcaps.

-Brand new factory style "pizza cutter" tires.

INTERIOR

-Redone bench seat.

-Painted interior.

-New arm rests.

MECHANICAL

-Factory GMC 317/316-cu.in. V-8 (Otherwise known as the Pontiac 316 V8).

-Muncie SM420 four-speed manual.

-Axles: Front NAPCO/Rear Spicer 45.

-Brakes: 11 x 2-inch hydraulic drum.

DISCLOSURE

-There are a few chips / imperfections in the paint. (See detailed pictures)

Own this vintage GMC at wholesale.You may NEVER find another one like this. The cost of parts and restoration of these vehicles are increasing daily. They are not making any more and, therefore, they are becoming more rare by the day. Buy one complete and ensure your investment for the future. An excellent investment and something you can enjoy daily. Collectible vintage vehicles have historically appreciated at a rate greater than that stock market, gold and other arts and collectibles as documented by many articles and auction result tracking.

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DEPOSITS:

Deposits to hold vehicles is $500. Upon payment of the $500 deposit, the vehiclewill be held for7 days pending final payment. Deposits are non-refundable due to i). the vehicles are taken off the market and we turn down other buyers during the7 day period and ii). there is significant re-marketing costs associated with relisting / remarketing our vehicles. Inspections shouldbe performed prior to putting a deposit down on a vehicle.

INSPECTIONS:

We encourage inspections. We disclose known defects and imperfections but we are not you. Purchasing a vehicleis very subjective. Come visit our showroom in Denver,CO, we would love to meet you in person!

SHIPPING:

We recommend having our shipping coordinator facilitate the transport of your new vehicle. We can handle all shipping arrangements in-house, so you know where your vehicle is from point ‘A’ to point ‘B’. We highly suggest using only enclosed shipping to protect your investment. We useCentral Dispatchand they ensure all carriers are licensed, insured and bonded.

INTERNATIONAL BUYERS:

We have sold and shipped vehicles all over the world, with happy customers in Canada, Europe, Australia, New Zealand, Japan, South America, and the Middle East, just to name a few. We can assist with the transport to your home port anywhere in the world, as well as help with the required export/import paperwork. We recommend the following import/export contacts:

•Halmari, in Houston, TX @ 281-984-7235

•Schumacher Global Transport@ 1-800-599-0190

•ADULTS ONLYcar shop inAustralia(see website)

We specialize in:

1. Vintage trucks and 4x4’s! Pinzgauer, Unimog, Defender, Bronco, Land Cruiser FJ40 FJ45 FJ55, International Scout, Jeep Willys, Dodge Power Wagon, Nissan Patrol, Ford Truck 4x4s, Chevy Truck 4x4s, NAPCO, Marmon Herrington, etc.

2. Vintage American Cruisers! Cadillac Biarritz, Chrysler, Lincoln Continental, Oldsmobile, Convertible, Mercury, DeSoto, Ford, Chevy Belair, etc. and;

3. Muscle cars! Camaro, Chevelle, Nova, Challenger, Charger, Corvette, Biscayne, Cobra, Torino, Mustang, AMX, Falcon, Demon, Dart, etc. and;

4. European Classics! Porsche, 356, Speedster, Mercedes Benz, Austin Healey, Austin Martin, Rolls Royce, Volkswagen Microbus, MG, etc....

Although not a “no reserve” auction, the askingprice of this vehicle is well below comparable vehicles in the marketplace.

We would love to meet you in person and encourage you to come see the vehicles before you buy! If you cannot meet a salesman during business hours please call the main office, and one of the owners will meet you Monday through Saturday.

Due to our inventory size, we are unable to drive every vehicle for long distances. We also cannot guarantee that every gauge, light, window, option, function, etc., will work as it should. We do our best to inspect these vehicles in every detail, and note any imperfections in the advertisement.PLEASE NOTETHAT WE DO NOT GUARANTEE ANY AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEMS, GAUGES, OR ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS. GIVEN THE NATURE OF THE VINTAGE VEHICLES WE SELL, THESE COMPONENTS CAN BE WORKING AT ONE MOMENT ANDNOT WORKING AT ANOTHER MOMENT. IT IS COMMON THAT THESE COMPONENTSWILL NEED UPKEEP OR ATTENTION. IN ADDITION, MANY TIMESTHESE VEHICLES SIT FOR LONG PERIODS OF TIME ANDONCE YOU BEGIN TO DRIVE THEM SEALS HARDENAND GASKETS MAYBEGIN TO LEAK! CLASSIC CARS LEAK.PLEASE MAKE SURE YOU ARE COMFORTABLE WITH THIS BEFORE BUYING A VINTAGE AUTOMOBILE. Please check yourlocal state inspection requirements.

CLASSIC CAR RESTORATIONS:

The term”restoration” in context to the vintage car world has taken on a definition of its own. For some people, a restoration is simply painting a car and replacing items as needed, while for others, restoration means an extensive disassembly and overhaul, with each piece getting rebuilt or replaced.

As a consumer, it's important to understand the basics of restoration levels for it can impact classic car values substantially. There are hundreds of ways to “restore” a vintage car or truck including but not limited to the following: i). Frame off restoration. Body of vehicle is completely taken off the frame and restoration includes body, frame, floor pans (top and bottom), etc. these restorations tend to be extensive and costly. ii). Rotisserie restoration. These restorations are when the body (or body and frame on a unibody vehicle) are disassembled and restored utilizing a rotisserie. Body of vehicle is completely taken off the frame and restoration includes body, frame, floor pans (top and bottom), etc. these restorations tend to be extensive and costly and iii). Cosmetic or “driver quality” restoration. These restoration are typically limited to cosmetic items including paint and body, interior, trim and emblems, etc. Within the three levels or restoration mentioned above, there can be varying quality from an “in the garage / amateur” restoration to a high dollar professional “concours” restoration. There is a universal 100 point grading system rating classic car conditions ranging from 100 being excellent to 20 being unrestorable.

In addition to the levels of restoration above, it's important to understand the type of restoration as well for it can also impact value substantially. Type of restorations include: i). Factory or stock restoration. This type of restoration is geared towards restoring the car or truck to stock specs from the factory as if it were new. These types of restorations use original or oem (original equipment manufacturer) where possible. Factory original restorations tend to bring the highest dollars from collectors. ii). Custom restoration. These types of restorations are geared towards builder preference over factory stock. These can be refereed to as “customs” or “hot rods”. Typically these vehicles will have custom paint work, aftermarket wheels, suspension upgrades, power plant transplants, etc. A specific sector of custom restoration vehicles is “pro-touring” or “restomod / restomods” which are custom built with a more modern street performance and creature comforts than the original factory vehicle.

Please note that WWVA is not a restoration shop nor do we restore vehicles to any degree.

For questions on what type or level of restoration of any of our vehicles in inventory please call our vintage sales expert today at 1-877-422-2640.

We provide approximately75 HD images, and an HD video, in every one of our listings. Very few companies offer this much detail. We spend significant time inspecting and disclosing detailed items on all of our vehicles; however, at the end of the day, we are not you... we highly suggest that you come and inspect the vehicle.

The information contained in this ad is solely for convenience. The description is an opinion only and should not be considered a complete description of any or all faults; it may not be relied upon nor taken as fact or otherwise a representation or warranty of any sort. Please note, wedid NOTbuild or restore the vehicle. Vehicles are soldAS-IS, WHERE-ISwith all faults known/unknown and with no implied warranty.Unless shown in the photographs, we do NOT have documentation, receipts, or photographs of the vehicle listed.

We do not recommend driving a classic car home. Many classic cars are not driven often and tend to sit for long periods of time making them unsuitable for cross-country road trips. We strongly recommend shipping the vehicle.

We sell our vehicles mileage-exempt, meaning we do not know the actual, original miles. The information listed in the ad is based on the current odometer reading or from rebuild information provided by the builder, and cannot be used as fact.

Most of these vehicles do not have Carfax or Autocheck history reports; unless the vehicle is 1981 or newer, a Carfax or Autocheck history will not exist.

This vehicle is being sold byWorldwide Vintage Autos. All of our prices include a 30temporary licenseplate, a clearColorado title and VIN verification to ensure no surprises during the registration of your vehicle. We do not charge any additional dealer and handling fees!

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