Vehicle Description
Good, clean honest trucks like this 1972 Chevrolet C10 Cheyenne are
harder to find than you'd think. Most of them were used as trucks,
and those that are still around are either major projects or
high-end builds that look far nicer than they did when they were
new. But sometimes you find one that's "just right", a truck like
this that's ready to work or play and looks great doing it.
Looking at the Medium Green and White two-tone paint, this truck
neatly balances good looks with practicality. There are a few bumps
and bruises and the paint almost has a well-preserved "survivor"
look, but if you want one of these rugged haulers, this is about as
clean and affordable as they get. And it does have a great look,
with a soft shine to the paint and nothing wears two-tone and
woodgrain trim better than a Bowtie pickup. It doesn't seem to have
many deviations from stock, and while it's an older repaint, it has
the look of vintage paint, suggesting that it's always been well
maintained. It's a real-deal Cheyenne, which means a lot of
stainless trim to dress it up, including the rocker trim with
woodgrained inserts that are the perfect complement from the '70s.
The bed is in good condition because it was repainted with the rest
of the truck, and today it only shows minor signs of use. But that
doesn't mean it's not ready, willing, and able!
Houndstooth and woodgrain is the right choice for the interior, and
this one is definitely well done. The vinyl and cloth bench seat is
in great condition and firm enough to drive all day without getting
grumpy, and the Cheyenne package added the woodgraining to warm
things up and a little more detail on the upholstery. Fresh green
carpets help make it feel a bit dressed up inside and quiets things
down when you're cruising. The gauges and steering wheel are crisp
and clear, and we truly think this is one of the best-looking
instrument panels ever put into a pickup. You also get a smooth
shifting automatic transmission, which transforms this truck from
able-bodied hauler to genuinely fun to drive. It also has factory
A/C with an R134a upgrade, as well as an AM/FM/Cassette radio that
looks like it's been playing in there for decades. Just get in and
go!
The engine is a Vortec 350 V8 crate, which provides plenty of power
in the relatively lightweight C10, especially with upgrades like a
mild cam and electric choke. The engine bay is very clean but shows
minor signs of having been used as intended, which means that it
runs right and doesn't have major issues. A chrome air cleaner, a
Holley 600CFM carburetor, Accel ignition system, and longtube
headers that feed a nice-sounding dual exhaust system all mean that
this is a truck that's designed to be used. It starts easily and
idles well, and the 350 is torquey and powerful enough to make
driving it fun. The TH400 3-speed automatic transmission shifts
nicely and there are reasonable gears out back, so it's quick
enough for today's traffic but cruises easily at highway speeds,
especially thanks to the aid of power steering, along with the
stopping prowess of power front disc brakes. The undercarriage is
honest, solid and clean, evidence of a long life spent in the
South. Handsome Rally wheels look great and are fitted with brand
new 275/60/15 Cooper Cobra radials.
A handsome truck that's still ready to work yet delivers more fun
than expected, all at a very appealing price. And a Cheyenne to
boot. Call today!
