The 1958雪佛兰Cameo Carrier pickup was the last of the costly Cameo line, making it a rare find today.
Starting in 1958, Chevrolet trucks adopted a new numbering system, with 30 for light-duty vehicles, 40-50-60 for medium-duty, and 70-80-90-100 for heavy-duty. In the 30 series, also known as the "Apache" line, Chevrolet continued to build the Cameo Carrier, which had been introduced in 1955.
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Though the Cameo had set truck styling history with its smooth, car-like lines, it cost a premium over other trucks and had never sold well. In February 1958, it was replaced by all-new Fleetside bodies, with "jet-pod" sculpturing along the cargo bed.
The Fleetside brought a line-wide application of a styling technique the Cameo had pioneered: full-width rear bodywork, plus a chrome grille, bumpers, and trim. This was an important step for Chevrolet, since it made available Cameo-like styling at a moderate price. This precluded further production of the Cameo itself.
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