" THE FAT RAT "
1950 CHEVROLET 3100 FIVE WINDOW
OFFERED BY: RODS & RIDES BY TD, LLC

The Fat Rat is a original Missouri farm truck straight off the farm from Columbia Mo. This unique 5 window truck has not seen the bad weather associated with the northern states as you can see from the pictures. The truck does have just the right amount of Patina though that truly makes this truck look just right for the occasion. There are not many trucks that have the patina without also having the complete rust. As I have mentioned, the truck does have the famous corner windows known as a 5 window. The 5 window trucks are truly special because there where not all that many of them from the beginning and now they are far and few.
This particular vehicle has been set up to drive. Once the truck was spotted and purchased we took it to the next level. The entire truck was taken apart and put back together on a late model chassis that had front A-arm suspension. The original suspension and steering just is not adequate for the demands of the road today. The brakes where also a big concern and with the transformation of the new chassis, power disc brakes came also. The engine these trucks had was mostly likely plenty of power and reliability but there is never a substitute for raw horsepower being made from the iconic 350 Chevy small block. So the decision was made, a freshened up 350 power plant with all new goodies like carburetor, radiator, alternator, and of course true dual exhaust was wedged between the fat front fenders. Behind it now in place of the unsynchronized 3 speed transmission sits a Turbo 350 automatic. During the build, the decision was also clear that a new Painless wiring system would also take the place of the existing cloth harness that had seen its better days many days ago.. As you can see, the truck looks very original but looks can be very deceiving.
This is not just an old pickup truck with a new set of Coker Tires and Cragar Delux 69 wheels. This vehicle has actually had a complete make over but has the look of being barn fresh. The truck is ready to cruise the strip or the local Custard joint without the hassles of driving an old truck. It also now has the capabilities of cruising state to state with normal highway speeds with one hand or no hands on the wheel and the same when it comes time you need to stop. This will be a fun truck with no concerns for the new owner. It will appreciate in value while being a useful vehicle for that occasional run to the hardware store or where ever you need to go. Unlike most classic vehicles there will be no reason to worry about polishing her up or a occasional door ding from the jerk who parks to close either... Anything that may happen will only add more character and stories.

I wish you luck with your bidding and I welcome all questions or evaluations. We specialize in overseas transactions and can help with logistics. We accept all forms of payment including major credit cards. We are a licensed Missouri dealer, bonded and insured.

855-ROD-RIDE ~ Or ~ 314-393-2123

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