Here is a link to pictures of an unrestored '49 with 2,700 original miles, original paint and upholstery that I had an opportunity to see recently. It has helped to answer many of my questions on a '52 1/2 ton I am restoring. '49 GMC Longbed 1/2 ton As Cletis said oldgmctrucks.com has been a tremendous help as well. Here is a link on that forum board that will answer a lot of your paint color questions. engine paint colors

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