Vehicle Description
The Caballero and El Camino already has an interesting place in all
of our hearts where one vehicle is both a comfy sedan and a
versatile pickup. And a select few add that extra GM flair of a
bold hood treatment and styling you thought was only reserved for
the Pontiac T/As. That's why this exceptionally well-priced 1980
GMC Caballero Diablo is already so attractive... and it's before
you even discover features like the crate V8, backup camera, and
A/C interior.
The Caballeros have a particularly sleek and sporty design with a
hint of classic style. It only gets amplified by the full Diablo
package. Black paint with full-length gold pinstriping always looks
bold. And if the devil graphic burning on the hood didn't already
give this a devilish look, the Diablo graphics on the lower door
and tailgate certainly clues everyone in on this one's wicked ways.
GMC also gave these body-color mirrors and window trim, and this
has been upgraded further with the painted bumpers for an added
dose of the meaner style. The finish is not perfect, but the value
price gives you the freedom to enjoy this as an easy driver, and it
leaves room in your budget to invest in unleash the devil from the
details. There's darkness everywhere you look on this GMC, even
with practical pieces, like the trailer hitch and liner paint
protecting the bed. So the nice hints of brightwork really stand
out in the grille, Rally wheel beauty rings, and swoopy trim around
the truck bed.
The comfortable velour interior has dark tones that coordinate
nicely with the exterior. The seat has a fold-down armrest when you
want individual comfort. Plus, the headliner and carpeting have a
fresher look that add to the comfy feeling. The dash will look
familiar to anyone who's driven a 4th gen Malibu, so components are
easy to source. This one comes with premium features such as cruise
control, a tilt steering wheel, and even cold-blowing air
conditioning. There have also been some handy upgrades, like an
auxiliary gauge trio and a radiator fan switch. There's also a
custom center console featuring a touchscreen infotainment system
that includes AM/FM stereo, Bluetooth, and a backup camera.
The largest motor available from the factory in 1980 was a 305
cubic-inch V8. That's a fine engine, but we're much happier with
the extra power and torque of the upgraded 350ci in this one. Plus,
this is a crate motor, which gives a performance feeling right out
of the box. It's enhanced further by the Edelbrock upgrade package
that includes the air grabber, Performer EPS intake, and
four-barrel carburetor. It makes for both a powerful and hardy
heart for this Diablo (the consignor even drove it about four hours
to our showroom.) So while the devil is in the name, this one is
setup to be an easy all-day cruiser with features such as a
three-speed automatic transmission, power steering, and front disc
brakes.
Complete with build receipts, this is a distinctly different GMC
that's build for driving and offered for a value price. Don't miss
out on this Caballero. Call now!
