Vehicle Description
Sometimes people just know how to build a custom pickup right. This
1968 Chevrolet C10 is a great example. There was a lot of thought
that went into creating the right colors, a comfy A/C interior, and
a total power package that includes a performance-built stroker V8.
This is the kind of full custom creation that will always standout
in all the best ways.
The thoughtfulness of this build can be seen everywhere. It all
starts with the paint. This might resemble Chevy's legendary Hugger
Orange, but you'll never mistake it for that once the sunlight hits
this pickup. Instead, during the thorough restoration an absolutely
amazing shade of Sunset Pearl was applied. It's better than
anything to come out of the '60s, because not even Hugger Orange
has this kind of sparkle. Added to this is a custom set of ghost
flames that run down both sides, and it's even on the bed cover.
And speaking of the bed, the tonneau has a power lift that reveals
beautiful oak panels. But the days of this one carrying heavy loads
is long gone. Instead, that bed is there just to haul home the
trophies. And you know this is a sure bet with all the custom
details like the louvered hood, lowered stance, custom roll pan,
and 17-inch Colorado Customs polished wheels. And while there will
be plenty of fans who love the #3 tribute on the tailgate, our
favorite custom detail has got to be the bow tie up front that
reminds us this is an "Orange Scream." In fact, there's so much
custom work to this cool pickup that we will never have enough
space to list it all, but luckily, it helps that its cover story in
Classic Trucks comes with the sale.
The interior does a great job of continuing the exterior's orange
theme. The same color runs across the dash, and it's the base for
the doors. But then a tan tweed takes over to make sure that this
wild custom also feels comfortable. The bench seat can easily fit
three people, but there is an individual arm rest to remind you
that the driver is king. You also get other great convenient
features like power windows, an AM/FM/CD stereo in the custom
headliner, a cup holder, and ice-cold air conditioning. But the
real treats begin when you grab the Lokar shifter in your right
hand and the Billet Specialties wheel with your left. Beyond that
is a machine aluminum panel filled with crisp AutoMeter gauges. All
of these are big hints at something special under the hood even
before you twist the key and hear it roar.
The whole engine bay matches the exterior orange right down to the
custom covers on the engine... and yes, even the cool flames
return, too. Combined with a heavy investment in polished
components, this makes for a complete custom build that you'll love
to show off. Best of all, in-between those smooth orange fender
walls is a performance-built 383 cubic-inch stroker V8. Constructed
by Britco Racing Engines, this serious powerhouse has been
fortified with a Clay Smith roller cam, Crane roller lifters, Isky
Racing springs, SCAT crank and rods, Probe pistons, Edelbrock
Victor Jr intake manifold, and a Demon 650 CFM four-barrel
carburetor. Plus, the Patriot headers add even more power as they
contribute to the thunderous sound of the Flowmaster dual exhaust.
Making the most out of this monster motor is a stout 700R4
transmission. While this unit provides great overdrive comfort,
it's custom 2500 RPM stall makes sure you also stay in the optimal
powerband when it's time to go fast. This connects to a 10-bolt
Positraction rear end. And the final piece to ensure that the
rubber meets the road properly is four-point rear suspension with
QA1 adjustable coilovers. All these great features, plus power
steering, four-wheel disc brakes, and BF Goodrich gForce tires
gives you a truly superior handling power pickup.
The sale come complete with a restoration photo book, so you can
take others on this journey of a very cool custom creation. You're
looking at a unique and vintage head-turner, with excellent driving
capabilities. And it can all be yours if you call today!