1957 Chevrolet C3100 Stepside

Make

Chevrolet

Model

C3100 Stepside

Year

1957

Listed price

$58,000

Location

Van Nuys, California

Transmission

Automatic

Mileage

62,382 miles

The 1957 Chevrolet C3100 Stepside pickup represents the pinnacle of Chevrolet's "Task Force" truck design, a generation that redefined utility with an unprecedented blend of style and capability. Launched in late 1955, the Task Force trucks were a dramatic departure from their Advance Design predecessors, featuring swept-back windshields, hooded headlights, and a wider, more aggressive stance that mirrored the automotive styling of the era. The 1957 model year is particularly desirable, known for its distinctive "egg crate" grille and the continuation of the iconic Stepside bed, a design element that has become synonymous with classic American pickups. These trucks weren't just workhorses; they were cultural touchstones, embodying the optimism and burgeoning post-war prosperity of mid-century America. This meticulously restored 1957 Chevrolet C3100 Stepside masterfully marries that timeless aesthetic with modern performance. Finished in a striking Porsche Guards Red, this classic pickup has undergone an extensive frame-off build, transforming it into a thoroughly capable cruiser. Under the hood lies a potent 5.3L LS Vortec V8 engine, paired with a smooth automatic transmission, ensuring reliable power and effortless drivability. Showing 62,382 miles, this truck benefits from thoughtful upgrades that make it equally at home on the show field or cruising down the highway. This C3100 Stepside offers a unique opportunity to own a piece of American automotive history, reimagined for the modern enthusiast.