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Spotter’s Guide for 1955-1959 Chevrolet Trucks

Knowing What’s What
By Bob Carpenter
Photography by Bob Carpenter
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Thom Taylor’s illustration provides an at-a-glance guide to 1955 through 1959 pickukps.
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The &821755 Chevy pickup was a real head-turner when it made its debut. The styling was radically different compared to the postwar stylings that preceded it.
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Not much changed for the 1956 model, but some subtleties helped identify it. For example, the fender emblem moved above the crease.
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The grille gained a new "wide mouth" design on the 1957 model.
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Dual headlights characterize the 1958 and 1959 models. This 1959 model&8217s chrome grille helps show the different styling.
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As this 1958 clearly shows, Chevrolet maintained its commitment to change with every new model year.

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