Vehicle Description
When the big automakers walked away from the full-sized two-door
SUV market, they left a lot of fans out in the dark. Fortunately,
great trucks like this 1980 GMC Jimmy still exist. But this is no
garden variety vintage SUV; instead, it's a built performance truck
with 502 cubic inches, a 6-speed gearbox, and a road-hugging
suspension that works to hook it all up.
The black and red paint job is going to get you a lot of attention
and gives the Jimmy a clean, uncluttered look that won't get dated.
With a truck that you're going to keep for a long time, that's
important. And it's in excellent shape, showing signs of careful
maintenance over the years and looking pretty much the way you'd
expect a high-performance truck to look. The doors fit and sound
the way you remember and the color-matched removable hardtop top
gives it an all-of-a-piece look. There are no signs of abuse or
accidents in the way it looks and details like the big chrome
bumpers, cowl-induction hood, and bold chrome grille remind us that
this is a truck that doesn't mind being a truck, not a wimpy
"crossover." The GMC brand hadn't started their upmarket march in
1980, but the retro-looking GMC emblem on the tailgate, tinted
windows, and wicked stance all suggest that this truck would fit
right in today.
The red cloth interior is all luxury and largely stock. Wide
buckets up front show minimal wear and are comfortable enough for
all-day drives. Fold-down armrests make it comfortable and the
wrap-around instrument panel will look familiar to anyone who drove
a GM truck in the '80s. The gauges are still bright and this Jimmy
came loaded with options, including power windows and locks, a tilt
steering column, and air conditioning. Somewhere along the line,
the original radio was dumped in favor of a digital AM/FM/CD/iPod
tuner, and it sounds great. You may also notice the Hurst shifter
between the seats, which is linked to a Richmond 6-speed manual
transmission. Back seat space is massive, with a plush bench seat
that's perfect for two but will hold three in a pinch. Full carpets
make it feel luxurious and the cargo bay is truly massive. If
you're going somewhere in a hurry and taking a lot of stuff, this
Jimmy is what you need.
The engine is a brutal 502 cubic inch GM crate motor with aluminum
heads, a big Holley 4-barrel carburetor, and MSD ignition. With 502
horsepower and about that much torque on tap, this truck is scary
fast, probably out-gunning anything else built in 1980 by a pretty
wide margin. The engine bay is nicely finished, with mostly OEM
parts visible throughout and service access is awesome. The A/C has
been upgraded to R134a refrigerant (needs to be serviced) and most
of the hardware is OEM making for a very stealthy build. The
6-speed manual transmission is linked to a heavy-duty 12-bolt rear
end with 4.11 gears inside, so you can imagine that acceleration is
impressive. It's clean and tidy underneath, with signs of careful
maintenance, recent shocks, and a rumbling dual exhaust system that
never gets annoying. Custom 17-inch Billet Specialties wheels look
right and carry staggered 255/60/17 front and 285/60/17 rear
performance radials.
You remember these trucks fondly and there still aren't any
alternatives that can keep up with this one. Big power, awesome
looks, plus receipts and a reasonable price make this Jimmy a
winner. Call today!
