2006 Workhorse W22 — white on the outside, tan on the inside, and built like it was raised on a steady diet of heavy-duty work and small-town diesel jokes. If you need something that looks respectable in a driveway and intimidates every hill on the horizon, this is your chassis.
Powertrain & Performance (the part that makes traffic take you seriously)
- GM Vortec 8100 8.1L V8: the big-block that thinks “midday commute” means “haul everything you own and then some.” Rated at 325 hp and 450 lb-ft of torque, it delivers low-end grunt and the kind of relaxed authority that turns towing and heavy loads from a chore into a smug flex.
- Paired with a factory heavy-duty automatic transmission and cooling package engineered for commercial duty — designed to keep things cool when you’re hauling, idling, or pretending you’re not hauling.
Factory Chassis & Underpinnings (the part that laughs at cargo)
- Rugged, commercial ladder-style frame and reinforced mounting points made for upfitters or whatever brilliant idea you have for a body.
- Heavy-duty suspension tuning and springs built to carry payloads without feeling like you installed a trampoline in the cargo bay.
- Commercial-grade braking system with power assist (factory standard) to make sure stopping is as decisive as starting.
Exterior (white, but make it work-ready)
- Factory white finish — clean, professional, and forgiving of a few road trips and loading days. Great for decals, wraps, or just plain showing up looking like business.
- Factory marker and clearance lighting, high-visibility side reflectors, and commercial exterior trim that says “I was made to work” without shouting it.
- Heavy-duty steel bumpers and factory mounting locations for trailer hitch and wiring — built for hooking up trailers, tailgates, or whatever your business plan involves.
Interior (tan, comfortable, and purposefully unpretentious)
- Tan factory interior that’s easy to maintain: durable seating surfaces and trim intended to handle hard work, coffee spills, and the occasional lunch sandwich.
- Functional, driver-focused dash with large, easy-to-read analog gauges and warning lights — no guessing games, just straightforward information.
- Heating and factory air conditioning to keep you comfortable whether it’s a Midwest freeze or a summer loading dock sauna.
- Practical storage: glovebox, overhead or dash storage pockets, cupholders, and places for paperwork, gloves, and the miscellaneous mystery items that accumulate in every commercial cab.
- Safety basics: three-point seat belts and factory-installed airbags for the occupants up front, plus factory lighting and visibility features to help keep you safe on the road.
Electrical & Convenience (the parts that actually make life easier)
- Heavy-duty factory electrical charging and starting system designed for commercial duty.
- Factory wiring harnesses and prep for trailer lights and auxiliary equipment — makes upfitting straightforward and neat.
- Factory mirrors sized for commercial use to maximize visibility while towing or backing.
Condition & Useability
- This particular W22 is in excellent overall condition — well cared for, clean exterior and interior, and mechanically confident. It presents beautifully in white with a tan cab that’s ready for work, conversion, or whatever big plans you’ve got (food truck, luxury camper, mobile command center — the W22 is the blank canvas that won’t complain).
In short: a massive little truck chassis with an enormous heart — the Vortec 8100 gives you the kind of torque that makes grades and loads rethink their life choices, the Workhorse W22 factory features give you a ready-to-work platform, and the white/tan combo keeps things classy. If you want something that will get the job done while looking like it could also start a friendly demolition derby, this is the one.
Jax Auto Wholesale LLC
10174 Highway 41 Ste 105
Madera, CA 93636
(559) 905-2121