1949 Chevrolet 3100 Pickup Restored All-Steel Engine Swap Truck for sale

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Description:

1949 Chevrolet 3100 Pickup 5 Window – “Muscle Rust”
A top‑tier, professionally built classic with show‑stopping style and modern performance.

Crate LS3 • One-of-a-Kind Patina • Custom Chassis • Air Ride
$125,000
Muscle Rust is far more than a restored pickup. It is a professionally engineered custom build that combines handcrafted metalwork, modern performance, and timeless character into a truck unlike anything else on the road.
Built with the philosophy that a vehicle should be driven and enjoyed, Muscle Rust delivers modern reliability, exceptional performance, and show-quality craftsmanship without the worry that comes with a fragile, high-dollar paint job.
At first glance, it looks like a weathered farm truck. A closer look reveals a powder-coated custom chassis, LS3 power, custom fabrication throughout, and countless unique details that make this truck truly unforgettable.
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The Muscle Rust Finish
The truck's signature finish was inspired by the natural rust found in the original bed.
Over 100 hours were invested creating a controlled acid-rust patina across the entire body. The finish was then wet-sanded and sealed beneath multiple coats of clear to preserve the appearance while protecting the metal.
Unlike traditional show paint, this finish invites you to drive and enjoy the truck without worrying about every rock chip or scratch.
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Powertrain
Chevy Performance Crate LS3
• Approximately 600 HP
• Electronic Fuel Injection
• March Performance Serpentine System
• Cold Air Intake
• Custom 3" Stainless Exhaust
• X-Pipe
• Black Widow Mufflers
Transmission & Driveline
• TCI Super Street Fighter 4L60E Automatic
• Custom John's Industries Aluminum Driveshaft
• John's Industries Ford 9" Rear End
• Trac-Loc Differential
Major driveline components were selected to support up to 750 horsepower.
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Chassis & Suspension
The truck rides on a heavily modified Chevrolet S10 chassis featuring extensive fabrication and engineering.
• Custom Crossmembers
• Powder-Coated Frame
• Air Ride Suspension
• Triangulated Four-Link Rear Suspension
• Power Steering
• Wilwood Disc Brakes
The result is a truck that drives, handles, and stops like a modern vehicle while retaining its 1949 character.
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Custom Fabrication & One-Off Details
Muscle Rust is filled with details that reveal the level of craftsmanship invested in the build.
Hand-Hammered Steel Bed Tubs
Custom steel wheel tubs were individually hand-formed to accommodate the massive 315/35R20 rear tires.
The tubs were then finished using the same Muscle Rust process as the body, giving them a seamless, factory-inspired appearance while showcasing true metal-shaping craftsmanship.
Custom Fuel Cap
A custom aviation-style aluminum fuel cap serves as a centerpiece of the bed.
Engraved with:
MUSCLE RUST ROCKET FUEL
it perfectly captures the personality of the truck while tying together vintage styling and modern performance.
Additional Custom Features
• Hidden FiTech Controller Integrated Into Glovebox
• Custom Chassis Modifications
• Custom Stainless Exhaust Fabrication
• Custom Rear Tire Clearance System
• Detailed Engine Bay
• Finished Undercarriage
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Interior
The interior preserves the classic Chevrolet look while incorporating modern comfort and technology.
• Vintage Air Conditioning
• Custom Gauge Package
• Lokar Shifter
• Sound Deadening
• Modern Wiring
• Hidden EFI Controls
The goal was to maintain the spirit of a 1949 truck while making it comfortable enough for long-distance cruising.
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Bed & Wheels
The bed is one of the truck's most impressive features.
• New White Oak Bed Floor
• Polished Bed Strips
• Hand-Hammered Steel Wheel Tubs
• Custom Rocket Fuel Fuel Cap
• Detroit Steel Wheels
• Low-Profile Whitewall Tires
• 315/35R20 Rear Tires
The combination of new white oak, polished hardware, custom metalwork, and matching patina creates a bed that is both functional and artistic.
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Why Muscle Rust Is Different
Many custom trucks have horsepower.
Very few have identity.
Muscle Rust was built with a clear vision from start to finish. Every detail, from the hand-crafted tubs to the Rocket Fuel fuel cap, from the powder-coated chassis to the custom patina finish, contributes to a truck that is instantly recognizable and impossible to duplicate.
It's comfortable enough to cruise cross-country with the A/C on, powerful enough to surprise modern muscle cars, and detailed enough to draw a crowd wherever it goes.
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