Vehicle Description
Wow, what a killer-looking classic pickup! Its vintage form
combined with subtle yet striking customization to turn heads,
while rumbling, fuel-injected small block power stands by to propel
this 1972 Chevrolet C10 Restomod with gusto. This frame off
restoration was as extensive as they come - a one-off creation by
the expert pros at Hendricks Performance - and was completed only a
1,861 miles ago, so this outstanding truck is ready to provide
plenty of future chapters of asphalt memories for its next lucky
owner.
If you're looking for an example of vintage restoration done right,
here it is. The quality on display is undeniable, starting with the
killer Hot Rod Black plaint on the body, and shiny red paint
cloaked over the roof - we're talking show quality here. Step up a
little closer and you'll notice this C10's precise exterior
alignment - the gaps surrounding its cowl hood and doors look very
precise and, from front to back, all body panels align really well.
The lowered stance offers a touch more aftermarket cachet yet still
leaves enough wheel clearance for those oversized rims to avoid any
issues during everyday driving conditions. The glass surrounding
the cab has a subtle tint to it, with front and rear windshields
that are protected by all new rubber seals. That eye-catching paint
also serves as a very effective backdrop for the fresh chrome also
on board -from the sweeping profile trim that's been enhanced with
red pinstriping, to the bright bumpers both fore and aft, as well
as that awesome grille in the 1968 front end, which was also
accented with red inserts. And out back, the two-tone bed might be
the nicest I've personally ever seen on a C-10. This truck wasn't
just thrown together, it was carefully designed and beautifully
executed. Trust us, the result is much more impressive in
person.
Just as with the rest of the truck, no shortcuts were taken in
bringing the interior to its current stellar state. The exterior
color scheme is continued, with plush black and red ultraleather
upholstery on the low-back, power bucket seats and matching custom
door panels. Workmanship is extremely impressive and the cab looks
virtually new, with no creases or discoloration on the seating
surfaces and not a single imperfection on the thick-piled carpet.
The blend of original and custom is expertly done, most notably on
the dash, which a features a stock bezel filled with Omega gauges,
and a glove box door signed by NASCAR greats Hendrick, Junior,
Gordon, Johnson and Kahne. Other noteworthy details include
upgraded A/C vents, a Budnik steering wheel on a tilt steering
column, and a digital AM/FM/AUX stereo head unit in the original
slot. The red carpets are in great shape too, showing off a correct
texture that helps with the OEM look and feel, and the tall Keisler
shifter in the floor is an easy reach for the driver. You also get
a middle console, a padded dash, and a custom upholstered panel
behind the seats where the gas tank used to be. Man, this C-10 is
absolutely wicked.
There's a virtual Murderer's Row of top tier components lurking
under the hood. Power comes via a stout 350 V8 that was built at
the time of restoration, and with less than 2k miles on the build,
it's got plenty of years left in it. A lopey cam, Holley Sniper
fuel-injection system, and Edelbrock aluminum intake all take the
powerplant's already abundant output to an even higher level, while
the added HEI ignition and serpentine belt system maximize
available spark. Engines sporting this kind of displacement often
suffer from a begrudging lag that can diminish their impact, but
this one revs very quickly. In order to keep operating temperatures
in check, a sizable aluminum radiator with a pair of electric
cooling fans has been added up front. Rounding out the ultra-potent
drivetrain is a Borg Warner 5-speed manual transmission that teams
with a 3.73 ratio rear end with limited slip - a terrific combo for
both g-force producing off the line acceleration and nice, low revs
on the highway. Stopping power and handling is top notch as well,
with power front disc brakes, power steering, and a full Ridetech
suspension with coilovers at all four corners. This vintage pickup
has surprising agility as it holds court on a set of big American
Racing wheels that match the paint scheme perfectly, all of which
are wrapped with performance redline tires.
Looking great, running strong and impeccably equipped, this 1972
Chevrolet C10 Restomod is an absolute showstopper. Call today!