Vehicle Description
American trucks have built a well-deserved reputation for being
tough, virtually unbreakable workhorses. Through solid engineering
and fresh innovation, Chevrolet's vaunted C-Series was a dominant
force in the world's largest automotive markets for close to 40
years. With that in mind, demand for classic trucks has never been
hotter. And that means, after a lifetime of dedicated service, more
and more of these gladiators are being massaged into buff hot rods
and lust worthy show queens. One such stalwart is this sweet C10.
The beneficiary of a comprehensive restoration, this awesome pickup
wraps custom mechanicals and a professionally built stroker motor
in custom upholstery and thoughtfully tweaked aesthetics. If you're
in the market for a standout classic, settle in and take a close
look at this sweet Chevy!
BODYWORK/TRIM
As far as styling goes, few vehicles have aged better than late
'60s and early '70s Chevrolets. In fact, toeing the line between
rock-solid and refined, the Action Line C/K is probably one of the
most attractive trucks ever built. Making the best of that model's
boxy proportions, this svelte stepside drapes dynamic House Of
Kolor Sunset Pearl 2-stage over an array of carefully planned
modifications. Those modifications were completed in late 2004 by
Extreme Metal and Paint of Anacortes, Washington. That paint was
highlighted in custom flames by Mike Lavallee of Killer Paint
Airbrush Studio. And it all adds up to one head-turning half-ton
that's one part lust and two parts envy!
If this Chevy is any indication, a 6-figure restoration nets some
very impressive attributes. Everything begins at a
stainless-trimmed grille, which centers a custom, color-keyed
bowtie on bright halogen headlights, a mirrored bumper and factory
parking lamps. Behind that grille, a shaved and louvered hood leads
the eye to a 2-inch chopped greenhouse, which seats tinted,
flush-mount glass behind a mesh cowl and polished wipers. At the
sides of that hood, shaved fenders lead traditional door handles
and billet mirrors, which reflect frenched antennas and simple bed
steps that are notched around polished exhaust tips. Between those
steps, a flush Center High Mount Stop Lamp shades an electric bed
cover, which opens to reveal a handsome Oak floor. And at the back
of that floor, a smooth tailgate caps a custom roll pan that's
finished with flush taillights.
ENGINE
Hoist the hood and you'll find 383 cubic inches of trusty Chevrolet
small block that was professionally assembled by Britco Automotive
Machine of Centralia, Washington. Power originates when wind whips
from a custom cowl, fabricated from a second '68 C10 hood, to a
650cfm Demon 4-barrel. That carb, sequenced behind AN lines, a
trick Edelbrock filter and a coated pump, feeds a coated Edelbrock
Victor Jr. intake. That intake floods lightweight aluminum heads,
which hide a tough roller cam and requisite roller lifters under
polished breathers and custom valve covers. Those covers anchor
polished looms between a traditional points distributor, a hot MSD
coil and color-keyed Taylor Spiro-Pro plug wires. Spent gases roar
through compact block hugger headers. Charge comes courtesy of a
polished alternator, which, thanks to polished brackets and
polished pulleys, spins next to a polished Edelbrock water pump and
a polished AC compressor. Speaking of polished, a polished Howe
radiator mates a polished bowtie cap with a polished support, a
polished expansion tank and dual electric pullers. And details like
a polished master cylinder, trick dipsticks and a billet-cased
Optima battery add a little extra flash to the truck's custom,
body-matched engine bay.
DRIVETRAIN/SUSPENSION
Naturally, that clean, road-ready mill precedes a clean, road-ready
chassis. Everything starts with a sturdy, factory-spec frame that's
been C-notched to perfect the truck's stance. That stance is
augmented with a Jim Meyer Racing 4-bar, which hangs a duo of QA-1
coil-overs opposite a factory front-clip that's finished with
2-inch drop spindles. Behind the proven small block, a proven 700R4
4-speed, sourced from TPI Performance Transmissions, spins a
Lincoln axle that's stuffed with big, 3.73 gears. Factory-style
power steering makes parking easy and turns a cinch. Stops are
provided by power-assisted discs. The aforementioned headers feed
2.5-inch pipes, which are wired through throaty Flowmaster mufflers
and polished stainless tips. Power meets the pavement through
polished Colorado Custom wheels, which twist 255/45ZR17 BF Goodrich
g-Force T/As in front of 285/40ZR17 BF Goodrich g-Force T/As. And
well-planned details include a deep-sump oil pan, a finned
transmission pan and a TA Performance inspection cover.
INTERIOR
Pop the doors and you'll find a completely custom interior that
blends sultry Sunset Pearl with clean cloth trim. Front and center,
a tastefully styled dash seats familiar Auto Meter telemetry beside
a custom cupholder and proven Vintage Air climate control. Opposite
that dash, a broad bench seat, sourced from this truck's 1989
offspring, shades a polished fire extinguisher. Beneath that seat,
polished Chevy sills frame rich carpet, which floats color-keyed
mats around billet foot pedals and a long Lokar shifter. At the
edges of that carpet, tailored door panels found billet handles
behind modern power windows. At the top of those windows, a
sculpted headliner frames dual-mode Excedio audio behind a billet
mirror and a quartz Auto Meter clock. And a half-wrapped Billet
Specialties steering wheel laps a painted, tilting column.
OUR SALE INCLUDES THE FOLLOWING DOCUMENTATION
Restoration photos
Component literature
A copy of the truck's Classic Trucks cover feature
The classic truck market has never been better, and offerings like
this cool C10 are a perfect testament why. With a spry drivetrain,
a comfortable interior and attractive lines, this Chevy is
guaranteed to gain fans everywhere it goes. Looking for an
outstanding hot rod that'll provide years of great memories? Don't
miss the chance to add this sweet pickup to your collection!
SUMMARY
The beneficiary of a detailed, frame-off restoration
Featured on the cover of the June 2004 edition of Classic Trucks
Magazine
Professionally built 383 cubic inch Chevrolet V8
TPI Performance Transmissions 700R4 4-speed automatic transmission
/ 3.73 rear gears
Modern air conditioning
C-notched frame / Substantially upgraded suspension / 17-inch
Colorado Custom wheels
Tastefully modified body / House Of Kolor Sunset Pearl paint /
Custom flames by Mike Lavallee
Custom cloth interior / Modern audio
Power steering / 4-wheel power disc brakes
Sale includes restoration photos and copy of the truck's Classic
Trucks cover feature
