1946 Chevrolet AK Pickup Truck – Frame-Off Restored – WWII Military Surplus – Vintage Air A/C – T5 5-Speed
Up for sale is my beautifully restored 1946 Chevrolet AK Series pickup truck with a clean and clear title in my name, ready for immediate transfer.
This truck underwent a comprehensive frame-off restoration and was built to be a reliable, highway-capable vintage driver while preserving its authentic post-war character and genuine patina appearance.
WWII Military Surplus Heritage
This AK Series truck traces its roots to the World War II era and began life as military surplus before transitioning into civilian use after the war.
One of the truck’s most unique features is its rare heavy-duty military-spec bed assembly, built to wartime utility standards and rarely seen today. The truck also spent its life in the South, helping preserve the original sheet metal and structural integrity.
Authentic Patina & Solid Body
The cab retains its real, naturally aged paint and surface patina developed over more than 80 years. This is genuine preserved history — not artificial faux patina.
During the restoration, the fenders were professionally repaired, straightened, and repainted to complement the truck’s vintage appearance while ensuring solid metal throughout.
Highlights include:
Solid floor pans
Clean cab corners
Rust-free cowl
Straight lower passenger doors/driver door had a spot of rust
Excellent body structure overall
All metal bed with vintage wood side boards
Preserved AK waterfall grille
All glass intact
Upgraded Drivetrain – Built to Drive
The truck was mechanically upgraded during the restoration to provide modern drivability without losing its classic feel.
Engine
Powered by a highly desirable 1958 Chevrolet 235ci Inline-6 featuring:
Transmission
Professionally converted to a T5 5-speed manual transmission for true highway cruising capability.
Rear Gearing
Equipped with a 3.73 rear end gear ratio that pairs perfectly with the overdrive transmission.
This setup allows the truck to comfortably maintain modern highway speeds at 65+ MPH without overworking the engine.
The truck:
Modern Comfort & Electrical Upgrades
Vintage Air A/C & Heat
Professionally installed Vintage Air climate control system with:
12-Volt Electrical Conversion
The original 6V system was upgraded to a modern 12V setup with:
Additional Information
Clean transferable registration in hand
Located in Armonk, New York
Easily accessible from NYC, Connecticut, and New Jersey
Inspections are welcomed and encouraged
Third-party inspections are welcome
Serious buyers only please
Terms
A non-refundable $500 deposit via PayPal is required within 24 hours of auction end or accepted offer.
Buyer is responsible for shipping or pickup arrangements, though I am happy to assist your transporter during loading.
This is an exceptionally unique post-war Chevrolet pickup that combines authentic preserved history with tasteful mechanical upgrades that make it genuinely enjoyable to drive anywhere.
If you are looking for a vintage truck with real character, rare military heritage, modern drivability, and true road-ready capability, this AK Series deserves serious consideration.
Title Information
Please note: New York DMV does not issue titles for older vehicles of this age. Instead, the truck will be sold with a current New York transferable registration, which serves the same legal ownership purpose as a title and is the standard documentation used for vintage vehicles in New York State.
