This 1950 Chevy Barn Find Has Lower Mileage Than A 3-Year-Old Hyundai | Carscoops

      A classic Chevrolet Advance Design truck with under 35,000 miles is up for auction and needs to be restored to its former glory.

      This 75-year-old Chevy truck, a 3800 dually, has an odometer reading of just 34,561 miles following an extended period of storage.

      It runs on GM’s robust Stovebolt Six engine and is in need of some care.

      Before trucks became trendy lifestyle items, they were designed for heavy use, leading to a high attrition rate. However, this classic Chevy, which is over seventy years old, appears to have seen very little use if its mileage is accurate.

      This auction features a 1950 Chevrolet 3800 one-ton truck, part of what enthusiasts refer to as the Advance Design series produced between 1947 and 1955. It's being auctioned by Dan Limber Auctioneers in Ohio. While the listing lacks detailed information, the photos reveal its impressive mileage of only 34,561 miles (55,600 km).

      A Snapshot of History

      There seems to be no service history available to corroborate its mileage (after 75 years, many lose their documentation, and most people find paperwork challenging to track down after just ten years), but the description mentions that the current owners acquired it in the 1990s and stored it in their barn for many years.

      It also includes the original owner's manual, which is an appealing addition, and the photo collection features what appears to be the truck—a yellow-painted model with a crane—being utilized in the 1950s.

      Despite its longevity, it seems it wasn’t preserved as an investment like the low-mileage Buick GNXs often seen at auctions. It’s worth noting that truck mileage can be more severe than that of cars, indicating that it will require some light maintenance to restore it to optimal condition.

      Restoration or Maintenance?

      The prospective owner will need to determine whether to repair the mechanics while maintaining its original patina or to use it as a foundation for a complete restomod.

      Given that the brake pedal has sunk to the firewall, the large drums at each corner will need attention before the truck can be safely driven.

      Additionally, it's unclear if the resilient 3.5-liter Stovebolt Six engine still functions and how many of its original 92 horsepower (93 PS) remains operational.

      What would your approach be? Would you preserve it, restore it, modify it, or perhaps convert it into an electric vehicle? You can view the complete listing here and share your thoughts.