That is an aftermarket bumper, commonly called a Barden bumper. They were cheaper and more heavy duty than the factory option bumper. Yes, dealers sold and installed them. A lot of them had the dealer's name stenciled on them. I've seen some with the dealer's name etched in.

You don't see many chrome ones. I wonder if that is an old one chromed or a new custom job.


"It's just a phase. He'll grow out of it." Mama, 1964

1956 Chevy 1/2-ton 3100
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