Ride of the Week: 1949 Chevrolet 3600 Pickup

Make and model: 1949 Chevrolet 3600 Pickup

Owner(s): Tim Thompson

Owner's hometown: Oak Ridge, Mo

Special features:

73,000 original miles. Frame off restoration back to original. 216 straight-6 engine with a three speed transmission, 7.00-15 Nylon tires with split ring wheels.

How I fell in love with my ride:

It belonged to a family friend, and had been sitting in a shed since the late 70's. As soon as I saw it, I knew that I would be the one to get it back on the road.