Kenworth W900AR: A Rare Piece of Trucking History

Home > Blog > Chrome Stacks > Kenworth W900AR: A Rare Piece of Trucking History

The W900AR is more than just a truck — it is a piece of trucking history. Rare, tough, and full of old-school character, the Kenworth W900AR continues to earn respect from truck lovers across Australia.

For enthusiasts, owner-operators, and collectors, the W900AR represents everything great about classic trucking: strength, presence, and timeless style.

The Story Behind a W900AR Masterpiece

Purchased in Ulladulla and restored by Barry Wisemantel, this old-school beast had already done the hard yards long before becoming a showpiece. It spent years working hard on farms and around tractors, building the kind of reputation only a genuine working truck can earn. That history gives this W900AR something money cannot buy — authenticity.

From Hard Work to Show Truck Status

Not every classic truck gets a second life, but this ’85 W900AR did.

After years of hardwork, it has been transformed into a true show truck while still holding onto the grit and toughness that made it special in the first place.

That is what makes this truck stand out. It is not just polished for attention. It has a real working legacy behind it.

The restoration has allowed the Kenworth W900AR to step into a new chapter without losing the character that made it legendary.

It is still bold. Still tough. Still unmistakably a W900AR.

How Silverback Complemented This Rare W900AR

What completes a truck like this is the right finishing detail, and that is where Silverback comes in.

This restored W900AR is finished off with Silverback Stainless Tandem Mudguards and Straight Cut Chrome Stacks, giving it the aggressive, head-turning look every truck enthusiast can appreciate. These upgrades do more than improve appearance. They complement the truck’s classic lines and help elevate its already commanding road presence.

Final Thoughts

This rare Kenworth W900AR is the definition of old-school trucking done right.

Purchased in Ulladulla, restored by Barry Wisemantel, and finished with Silverback tandem guards and chrome stacks, it now stands as a true show truck with real heritage behind it.

The result is a W900AR that still carries the strength of its working life while proudly wearing the style of a showpiece. It is a reminder that great trucks never lose their presence.