ICON New School TR #16 Restored And Modified Chevy Thriftmaster Pick Up 

I think the hand painting of the letters in the knobs is a nice contrast. It makes it pop and is a nice touch. Plus, its like a nice personal touch when talking about attention to detail.

LUVS "It's Leather why make it so perfect it might as well be vinyl."

Give credit, when credit due. It’s due on this fine ride Jonathan. Thx to the ICON crew too😊

I don’t think anyone would be surprised that these trucks are astronomically expensive, but even the laymen will understand after watching one of your videos. Not that any of us will EVER be able to afford one, it’s still nice to dream!

"Black chrome." Yes you're on to something, it really works well on your products Jonathon. Awesome truck, so tastefully done, as always.

Simple but stunningly complex at the same time. Just beautiful.

Thanks for doing these, and showing that craftsmanship and design still exist today.

I love the thriftmaster series. These trucks are such a beautiful art deco utility vehicle.

Never been a gray color fan, but with the black chrome this truck just smokes! I'd order it exactly the same...Well done.

Forget a yacht or a private jet, my business goal is to make enough to buy one of these one day.

Don't Stop Creating This Art !

The redemption for making things only for the rich is to make it better than they know, in other words make it for yourself. The art survives the price.

I recall you once said your only issue with your builds was that each one became your favorite and you couldn't keep them all. I get that entirely, each one you show us is the one that I want. I love the contract of the Chalk and the black chrome. Especially, as you said, the minor details of all the bolts and smaller trim. That leather is insane. I'm not sure I could say enough about this one. I have been looking forward to the video. Thank you for sharing. Always look forward to the next one. O.o and thank you, thank you for a Thriftmaster configurator. I love building new specs.

Sometimes it gets just a little above the rest. This is one. Thx Jonathan

The word gorgeous is not enough to describe it. Damn!

Just a beautiful all round package Jonathan. Nailed it. Your innovation seems to have have no bounds. Greetings from Perth, Western Australia.

Great to see ya back here on RU-vid with awesome new content! As usual, what an amazing example of the artistry and performance ICON brings to us in every single build! Huge fan!!! 👍🏼

Another beautiful job Jonathan, I was sorry to hear about the passing of Craig Morrison.

Morning Jonathon this is absolutely beautiful, fantastic, purposeful built with care and attention to detail that is simply unbelievable. I live in Cape Town South Africa and came across the video on You Tube. I simply don't have the money to afford this TR#16 truck but man I can see myself driving this ride. We simply dont have access to this in South Africa but man oh man it would be awesome to have it in my garage. All the best and maybe one day soon I can make a trip to ICON in LA USA. Thank you for your input in this beautiful world.

Wouldn’t it be a hoot to show this truck to whoever was the original owner and get his impression of the resurrection. As always, good job! I would be elated to own it.

More ICON lust.... Man, if I ever win the lottery: A '54 or above Thriftmaster AND a late 30s-through-40s business coupe Derelict. You can book it now. 2 ICONS... I just gotta win the lottery!!!

Love it….and still dreaming of my own one day!

Beautiful build, feel like I've been seeing more Porsche Chalk lately, just a great understated color. I like the hand painted knobs, such a cool font, it needs to be shown off. I loved the TR configurator as well, forgot to tell you, oh and interesting move for TLC

Outstanding sir. When my vessel reaches port, I'll be coming to see you.

What a beautiful build 👍🏻

Another pice of rolling art…like the letters painted on the switches. I have built a couple of these Thriftmaster and struggled with reducing interior sound levels…on my last build I injected spray foam between the panels at the rear cab/window area and the difference was very significant. Just thought I would share that discovery. Your designs and thought process is second to none thank you for sharing so much of what you do.

Oh man…thatblack chrome look is so beautiful….I’m doing my 914 this same color scheme, I won’t expect it to have this same vibe…but I can hope…

Beautiful truck is more beautiful now.

As a Chalk GT3 Touring owner, I wholeheartedly approve! Great eye for aesthetic, as usual. The black chrome is almost equal measure the next dark tone from chrome as the Chalk is to white.

Coral Gables 🌴🇺🇸 DEFINITELY a class act 👍 🏄

Mi amigo, que hermosa camioneta, lo felicito. Ninguna que sea modelo nuevo se compara a mi parecer con tanta magia, belleza y estética en ese modelo 1.948.

I absolutely love black chrome

THE TRUE BEAUTY IS IN THE DETAILS . l love all the lil details like nothing is left untouched and that black chrome rocks !!! Hmmm l wonder what other body colors black chrome would go with?

Love this. I think the black chrome would look awesome on dark grey or a dark green. One thing I personally have an issue with is the sun visor. It looks absolutely lethal, especially if it's positioned to the side. I can imagine even a minor impact resulting in some sort of severe head injury. You should nickname it the guillotine. :D

Absolute fan of your channel, your work and ICON creations. Love this new one. Keep those videos coming!

Your eye for design is simply amazing. I’m fascinated by how you make everything flow so smoothly and your teams work is second to none!

Eleven hours to wait for the video!

Off topic - why never a Troopy? Friend of mine inherited one from the mid 80’s from his father in law who used it for almost 35 years for countless expediton in Northern Africa, mostly into the Sahara. That thing has mojo in spades it almost tells you stories if you sit in it in silence for a while. I am usually not sentimental when it comes to cars but I swear that thing has Tuareg magic in it. Absolutely fascinating.

Wow, that's one of your nicest finishes yet, and that bar was already so high.

Time for a shop tour, show us where the magic happens

I watch these with awe, but this is MY favorite piece ever

Wasn't expecting it to look so sexy in that color, wow!

Turn those plastic gauge needle nacelles on the lathe or silverleaf them or paint them brother. You killed it as usual. The goat for sure.

Just incredible pieces of automotive art.

Absolute badass artistry as always. Agree that Chalk Grey is gorgeous.

Another jaw dropper. You keep raising the bar. Nice to call out your crew they are some real artisans.

Absolutely gorgeous, well done.!!!!

Very big fan enjoy seeing these trucks they're fantastic is there fantastic I was wondering have you ever thought about doing a Dodge like 53 through 57D 100 with a modern day drive train especially that art Morrison Chassie

This is SOOO beautiful!

Black chrome works so well..beautiful truck..well done ✔

Great job, again Jonathan ! I really like the finish of your product you are making. Doesn't matter which model of restore you do, they are great. Love it! ( From Canada )

I'm asking for original pics, what how it was from factory. Versus how you improve... just for reference in the video. Love your product.

One of the best yet! So good.

Did anyone notice how quiet the cab interior was in the vid? Jon - great truck!!

Another beast. Fantastic truck!!

Always enjoy your videos. Your workmanship and attention to detail whether a derelict or Thriftmaster are way above my mere skills but I can always dream :)

I see that octa finissimo!!!!

this is art on movement..

Awesome! The best of both worlds!

I almost hate to see that Bronco upgraded, its a beast, lol...

A work of Art.

I've never wanted to eat seats before today.

The visors on my 2000 Toyota Land Cruiser 100 series do in fact slide out and all the way to the side. In fact, there are two visors for both driver and passenger so while one is out blocking light from the side another can fold down and block light from the front. Yup. That's a Toyota Land Cruiser for you!

What a Amazing Truck Great Job.

sweet. Dream truck..

Great work as always classic !!

Great as always.😍👍

Amazing as always. If it were mine I would order the dash knobs you normally use.

Love watching your vids..Awesome cars..

Jonathan, I'm sure you get this a lot, but do you ever build vehicles with this level of craftsmanship and detail, but somewhat more affordable materials? I'd want something well built and reasonably fast, but I DON'T need German wool carpet or Italian leather, or the VERY BEST anything. Very GOOD is just fine. Or is it just more profitable for you to spend your shop time on the highest-end builds for the wealthiest clients (I wouldn't blame you if that's the case).

Awesome looking Truck.

My favourite trucks r the chef shown above. Nice work.

Love love love it!! Great job!!

Boa noite congrats carro icon 2023 bom 💪🏾👍🏾

The Black chrome is the ticket!…nicely done! I’d love to be able to have you work over my 68 Dodge D200.

So awesome!

Very nice, love it!

Jonathan my friend... this is by far one of your greatest masterpieces 👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼 you never seize to impress us brother.. if I had to do mine it will definitely be a 4WD 4x4 TM

Owesome

Keep in mind this is the only ticky tack complaint... I love these trucks! But a plastic USB port is not like you. It should be a machined metal part.

These trucks are a fantastic work of remodelled automotive genius. I love the classic design but this, combined with your highly advanced modern reengineering techniques the result looks awesome. I am interested to know how much the cost of these vehicles comes out at. Couldn't see anything about that aspect. Very enjoyable videos.

Jonathan flawless build as always can u plz make video 4 the Mercedes u r doing in near future

Been into customising for a long time now. Having something shop built should be something of an anti thesis. Maybe not when it's from Icon. Jonathan, you and the team's attention to detail is really something. Not just in the Thriftmaster series, but all through the derelict theme. The highest standards of thought then finish. I cant see me being a customer, but imitation might be the sincerest form of flattery. I'm wondering how to mount discreet led lighting into my track car. Thank you for the in depth videos. Andy.

Brilliant,,all of it.

Another fabulous truck Jonathan - what a stunner, and the black chrome works brilliantly. The colours chosen for this truck are really nice. Did it take the owner long to finalise the spec? I'm definitely going to take an in-depth look at your new configurator!

Black chrome is the shit!!!

A literal work of art! Wow!!! I'm always expecting that your clients will start moving to an EV drivetrain for your Thriftmasters & Broncos, but that doesn't seem to be happening. Any signs of this on the horizon?

@JonathanWard did that one viewer who originally recommended that charred wood bed liner, do this one for you guys too?

Mannnnn that’s amazing

The flourescent orange in the dials was switched in later builds ? Maybe metal "hands" and a cream background with thin black lines like an expensive old watch ?!

Great build!!!! Really enjoy your videos! Will the articulating one piece dash panel ever be for sale?

Good God, I can't even imagine how much money was spent on all that black chrome. Is it like a candy (paint) black coat over regular chrome, or a chemical process? Will it scratch?

Thats beauty wow

Yes, please.

Beautiful truck. The LWFVT knobs could use a smaller and more appropriate font. Chunky and not as refined compared to the rest of the build.

Beautiful builds, I've watched your builds over the years and every one always more impressive then the last. I'm working on my 52 chevy 3100. I'm looking for a replacement bench seat for comfort. What bench are you using for these trucks. I can't seem to find the one your using. Thanks for putting some beautiful in the world

Nice.

Who makes your glasses?! Amazing style.

Just a curiosity. How are things going finding donor trucks for these?

The black chrome looks top notch. Is this something you guys do in-house or you have a partnership with another company?