I was inspired by a picture of an old pickup on the dealers wall. Just got it back & wanted to show off. I will also put on business graphics, one step at a time.

 

That's one of the best 2 tone paint methods, IMO. Looks really good with the lines of the vehicle. Your's looks especially well with the color combo.

I believe a few members, way back, used that same lay-out.

 

...as I mentioned in the "two tone" paint forum....if you went and installed a windshield visor and painted it red...you'ld have the nostalgic look down pat.

But...that said...it looks absolutely original, and fantastic.

 

I like that. That is sharp looking.

 

I would have painted the bumpers red also. Otherwise, nice job!

 

sweet!

 

Wow!!

Where are chrome bumpers when you need them?

 

I like it, YES I like it! I like it just as it is. Well maybe lower the rear......

 

Now you need the badges :)

 

Badges? We don't need any stinking badges?
But seriously, that would even add to the retro look. Where did you get the side badges? I'd also like to have a repro of the front badge from the old pickup (from the first pickup)
Chevy claims that the HHR takes styling cues from the 49 Suburban. I don't know what year the truck in that first picture, but the front half looks a LOT more like the HHR than the front of the Suburban....right down to the 5 bar chrome grill.