Vehicle Description
Here at Streetside Classics we see a lot of C10's, but this 1966
Chevrolet C10 Custom pickup certainly stands out. With only 5,039
miles on the frame-off build, it's the kind of truck whose every
detail is bright, crisp, and laser-sharp, giving it an immaculately
tailored look where nothing is out of place.
You can tell from thirty feet away that this truck is special. The
brilliant red paint catches your eye because it's so much nicer
than the cars around it, and it's obvious from any angle that
serious amounts of cash went into the build. Every panel is
straight enough to reflect like a mirror and they probably spent
more time aligning the sheetmetal than most guys spend on entire
paint jobs. Nothing has been modified, shaved, or deleted, instead
letting the quality do all the talking, and once you see this truck
next to lesser specimens, you'll understand what a big impact that
really makes. Two-stage urethane certainly helps, giving it a shine
that's deep enough to swim in, and all the chrome is freshly
restored, replaced, or polished. There is, of course, a fully
restored oak bed with stainless rub strips, and the natural
materials add a warmth that enhances the overall look and I like
that they used a satin varnish so it doesn't fight with the paint
for your attention. It just looks right.
This is not some custom resto-mod, but rather a high-quality
restoration with some functional upgrades, so the interior has been
treated to a very stock-looking makeover. A new cloth seat cover is
trimmed in vinyl and has a cool 1960s vibe to it, and tan carpets
on the floor make it feel more luxurious than your average
blue-collar hauler. Again, it's the quality that stands out, with
the jewel-like steering wheel and column and crisply rendered
instruments, and you'll note that the odometer shows just 5,039
miles since the restoration was completed. Every knob, every piece
of trim, every detail is beautifully rendered. To make this
handsome truck more functional, it has a discreetly-installed A/C
system under the dash as well as an AM/FM radio that looks like it
belongs there. And if you want some idea of the commitment to
accuracy, check out how the tan door paint wraps around the edges
of the doors, leaving a razor-sharp line between it and the red
exterior. That was no easy masking job!
The original, numbers-matching 283 cubic inch V8 was rebuilt and
detailed for show before being slipped back under the hood, and
it's worth taking the time to look around. All the correct little
things are there, from the big air cleaner with reproduction decals
to the original-style radiator, all so neatly refinished that it's
about a million times nicer than new. A few liberties with the A/C
and cooling system mean it's far more comfortable to drive today,
but other stuff like the reproduction tar-top battery and
beautifully detailed hood hinges mean that every decision was a
choice, not just happenstance. It's every bit as nice underneath,
too, where you'll find a fully rebuilt and painted suspension, a
new dual exhaust system, and a TH350 3-speed automatic transmission
feeding the original rear end with 3.08 gears inside. Front disc
brakes are a welcome addition, as is power steering, so you can
drive this truck every day if you want, although it might be just
too nice to risk. The only other deviation from stock are the
slightly oversized steel wheels, which wear fat 255/70/15 Uniroyal
radials all around.
As nice as this truck looks, it's even better than you think. Yes,
the price is bigger than most of these trucks, but the cost of the
restoration was surely twice that number. If quality matters, this
is your truck. Call today!