Vehicle Description
Sometimes what you want is simple, clean, and to the point. This
1985 Chevy K10 4x4 pickup embodies that philosophy perfectly,
offering an ultra-straight body, nice original paint, and a minimum
of add-ons that clutter the design. With 5.0-liter V8 power, a
bunch of options, and a great look, it's the ideal all-purpose
hobby vehicle.
Clean is the right word for this Chevy. From the grille to the
clean body lines and shiny red paint job, this truck embodies the
word. Nothing has been altered or modified, not even a cowl
induction hood, and the original paint is holding up well,
reflecting the low 64,950 mileage reading. No long, salty winters,
no hard work on the job site, this truck has led a very good life
and it shows everywhere you look. The factory paint shines so well
you'll think twice about pulling that 4-wheel-drive lever and
heading into the dirt, and there's plenty of chrome to really make
it stand out. The grille and bumpers are excellent originals, the
factory stainless trim remains bright and shiny, and there's just
enough brightwork to make it look dressed-up. The bed suggests that
this truck has never worked a day in its life and is now protected
by a spray-in bed liner and tailgate protector.
GM was actually designing some awfully nice interiors during this
era, including a wrap-around dashboard full of highly functional
gauges. This one also got just about every option available in
1985, including factory A/C, cruise control, tilt steering column,
and power windows and locks. The dark upholstery isn't dramatic,
but it works well with the red paint and it's quite likely that
it's original, which suggests that this truck has been truly
well-maintained from day one. Even the factory AM/FM radio is still
in place. The carpets are protected by a set of heavy-duty rubber
floor mats, there's a full set of easy-t-red gauges, and even the
stainless dash applique looks almost new. Most folks don't take
such good care of their trucks, especially not when they're 30
years old.
The engine is a 305 cubic inch V8 without any of the usual tricks,
and you know how well those run, right? The underhood area is tidy
and well-maintained, evidence of a conscientious owner, and there's
plenty of recent work, so it needs nothing to start cruising this
summer. No questionable modifications to compromise reliability (or
value, for that matter), and thanks to proper maintenance, it
starts quickly and idles smoothly, and despite the truck's size and
4x4 capabilities, the 5.0 does just fine moving it around. The
engine's backed by a 4-speed automatic overdrive transmission and a
2-speed transfer case that gives it legitimate off-road chops but
still cruises nicely on the highway. The only notable modification
is a true dual exhaust system to replace the 2-1-2 setup, resulting
in a few more horsepower and terminating in subtle tips just behind
the rear wheels. Those fat tires are big 31x10.50-15 BFGoodrich All
Terrain T/A radials wrapped around stock Rally wheels in excellent
condition.
Even though we seem to get quite a few of them, clean, turn-key
4x4s like this are harder to find than you'd think, and this big
Chevy K10 is ready to rock. Call today!