Vehicle Description
1967 Chevrolet C10 Long Bed Pickup
Ford Mystichrome was a color shifting paint finish that changes hue
depending on the angle and intensity of light. The paint was first
introduced by Ford Motor Company in 1996, exclusively for the
Mustang SVT Cobra. Produced by BASF, the paint is composed of 2
layers, (topped with a clear coat), that create a unique and
dazzling visual effect. The creators of the paint finish took
inspiration from the iridescent colors found on the wings of the
Morpho butterfly found in Central and South America. After the
success of Mystichrome, other automakers tried to imitate the color
shifting paint trend. Txhcandeshop.com
For consignment, a 1967 Chevrolet C10 with unknown miles, and
wearing a coat of paint that transitions as the angle and light
changes around it. Call it mystic, chameleon, midnight purple,
prism green, it all basically does the same thing and that is
presents a vehicle in different shades depending on where your eyes
are. Suffice it to say, the 6'6" guy next to you is seeing a
different truck than the one you're looking at.
Exterior
Bathed in two stage Chameleon paint, this long bed is sometimes
blue, sometimes purple, but always interesting! No surface is
spared the special paint and even the grille surround wears the
shifting hue. A cowl hood provides a slight rise to the front while
the shoulder line of the truck starts with the contoured sides of
the hood and flows straight back along the bed. From a certain
angle, gold or green comes through, then bronze in a kaleidoscope
of ever changing color. Out back, the bumper has been replaced with
a smooth roll pan and meaty tailpipes split wide in tandem under
the stamped tailgate. The rounded roof of the cab presents the only
rounded edges of the truck while six spoke 18-inch American Racing
wheels add the perfect performance glow and wear 55 series tires.
The bed is painted black and shows some usage, so this is a good
looking truck that can carry stuff! Imperfections include some
small bubbling down low and a crack in the paint.
Interior
The paint spills into the interior where it covers the inner doors
and frames basic black vinyl inserts. A charcoal tweed cloth bench
fills the front with a black vinyl shell in fine condition. A 3
spoke steering wheel fronts a wood panel that houses Daytona gauges
and a Sunpro tach, also framed in a body colored Chameleon dash.
Standard vent controls are in the middle and an AM/FM/CD radio is
mounted low on a custom center console that waterfalls to house the
tall, floor mounted shifter, all surrounded by low pile black
carpet in good condition. The ceiling wears more of our special
paint.
Drivetrain
Under the hood is a clean 350ci V8 with a Demon 4-barrel
carburetor. It's backed by GM's 700R4 4-speed automatic
transmission which sends power to the 12 bolt rear axle. The engine
has some purple pulleys and other accents to connect with the
exterior and a brake booster in place, helping slow this truck down
with power disc brakes in front and drums in the rear.
Undercarriage
The underside is not as showy as the top side, but it does have a
Mystic painted rear differential cover while the rest is uniformly
black. We note a drop of oil on the underside of the purple pumpkin
and a red drop near the back of the transmission, but no other
errant fluids and almost a complete lack of surface rust. Dual
exhaust comes from the headers and travels straight back, unimpeded
by mufflers. Suspension consists of coil springs with 3-link and a
panhard bar in back and coil springs up front.
Drive-Ability
If the paint doesn't get your attention, the raucous bellow of the
exhaust certainly will. The lowered stance of this truck gives it a
car like ride and lessens the roll around turn. It also has strong
acceleration and tracks straight with bias free braking. We note
the horn and the reverse lights don't work, but all other
functional items do! While Classic Auto Mall represents that these
functions were working at the time of our test drive, we cannot
guarantee these functions will be working at the time of your
purchase.
Here's a truck that provides a show just standing still. When you
walk around it, it shifts like that oil topped puddle in your
driveway in the rain. It's an optical illusion on wheels and is
never dull when seen at car shows and incredibly special when seen
on the street. Add your personal touches to this truck or drive it
exactly as you see it. Stop in or call to inquire about this
mystical C10.
CS147T101042
C-4x2
S-V8
1-1/2 Ton
4-Pickup With Cab & Bed
7-1967
T-Tarrytown, NY Assy Plant
101042-Sequential Unit Number
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There is no guarantee of mileage. A $299 Dealer Administrative fee
is not included in the advertised price.
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