Vehicle Description
You want cool? Well, now you've got it with this dialed-in 1969
Chevrolet C10 Custom pickup. With a high-visibility, classic
two-tone paint scheme, a powerful 454 big block V8, a luxurious A/C
interior, and a host of choice options at the ready, they don't
come much brighter than this. It also helps that this one has been
expertly restored and can still work for a living, although we have
a sneaking suspicion this old-timer's hauling days are over. Now
it's time for the golden years, and this C10 has got the looks and
the hardware to be shown off with great pride.
If you're looking for a seriously nice 'Action Line' Chevrolet
truck, they don't come much cleaner than this beautiful long bed.
Olive Green (and white) looks great on anything wearing a Chevy
bowtie emblem, especially something born in the late '60s like this
Glamour Line hauler. During the restoration, it's fairly obvious
that the investment in the sheetmetal was considerable given how
nice the result looks, and the dedication that put this truck
together shows, because the paint job looks sweet today. A glance
in all the nooks and crannies shows that the job was done right,
because there are no traces of the original paint to be found
anywhere. And thanks to the miracle of modern paints, it'll
probably look this good for decades. We love that they went back to
the original color combination, and although it's not a perfect
paint job (who wants one anyway, us truck lovers actually want to
drive these Chevys, not just stare at them in the garage), it's top
driver-quality all the way with only minor imperfections to speak
of. Add that awesome 'Custom' level trim level that includes bright
stainless and black accents that separate the two colors, chrome
bumpers at the end caps, that iconic front grille complete with an
egg crate inlay, and a neatly lettered tailgate trim panel that
looks traditional and finishes off the look perfectly. There's a
whole lot of bed back there too, and that 8-footer has been
professionally lined with a spray-in bedliner that looks great and
wears like iron.
The flashback to the late '60s and early '70s continues inside the
cabin, highlighted by that comfortable black bench that's
upholstered with black vinyl, cloth inserts, and period-perfect
Western scroll accents in the center. Workmanship is fantastic and
once you're inside, you'll be impressed by the quality of all the
materials used. Matching Cheyenne-style door panels feature that
same Western scroll found in the bench seat, a set of plush black
carpets on the floors add to the luxury-oriented vibe, and
sharp-eyed viewers will spot details like the black dash pad and
headliner that tie the whole interior together. All that neatly
stitched black material provides the perfect contrast to the Olive
Green paint on the dash and doors, and the original steering wheel
at the helm of the cockpit anchors the entire cabin. There's a
fresh set of gauges just beyond it inside an original-style bezel,
and they keep an eye on the big block under the hood, and the
chrome shifter on the column gives this truck a
'set-it-and-forget-it' option that's exactly what you look for in a
classic truck. Options include a Pioneer AM/FM/CD head unit in the
center of the dash, and an under-dash A/C unit backed up with
modern hardware and R134a refrigerant - tunes and A/C, the only
options you really need to sit back and enjoy the show.
Much of this truck's driving pleasure comes from the 454 cubic inch
V8 fitted between the fenders. It has a cool performance look,
complete with a blacked-out, Chevrolet open-element air cleaner up
top, matching valve covers at the flanks, and Chevy Orange paint on
the block itself. Horsepower is enhanced by a big 4-barrel
carburetor and matching Blueprint aluminum intake manifold, and a
set of stock-style exhaust manifolds help things look just right
under the hood. It runs extremely well, smooth but torquey, and
there's a lot of new equipment so it's ready to eat up some
pavement, and a big aluminum radiator up front keeps the whole show
nice and cool. It's backed by a stout TH400 3-speed automatic
transmission and a 12-bolt rear, so you don't have to worry about
breakage if you actually put it to work (this would be an awesome
tow vehicle for your Camaro!). The underside is typical of a
vehicle that has lived someplace warm, and has been finished with
satin black paint for a uniform look. Power steering and power
brakes ensure a great ride every time out, while the
stainless-steel dual exhaust system underneath sounds deep and
throaty. Traditional Rallye wheels set a classic stance and are
fitted with grippy 275/60/15 Cooper Cobra white-letter radials that
finish the look perfectly.
This is a well-built truck with great hardware and a brilliant
paint job. The fact that it can also earn its keep around the house
only makes it easier to get approval for the purchase. Call
today!
