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2583 Available 1984 A - Chevrolet C10 Stepside Pickup  
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THIS TRUCK AT FIRST GLANCE MAY APPEAR TO BE ANOTHER GENERIC '80'S GM PICKUP, BUT IT'S NOT. RARE CANADIAN BUILT TRUCK WITH FACTORY MUNCIE FOUR SPEED. WHEN WAS THE LAST TIME YOU SAW ONE WITH THE FACTORY FOUR SPEED? 1984 WAS THE FIRST YEAR THAT THE FOUR SPEED WAS AVAILABLE AS AN OPTION. 1984 WAS A MILESTONE YEAR FOR THE CHEVROLET TRUCK DIVISION. THE DESIGN DEPARTMENT HAD BEEN WORKING SINCE 1973 TO REFINE THE THIRD GENERATION TRUCK, AND THE 1984-1987 MODELS REPRESENT THE VERY BEST OF THIS GENERATION. CHEVROLET UNDERSTOOD THAT SINCE 1967, THE PICKUP TRUCK WAS GRADUALLY BECOMING AMERICA'S EVERY DAY MODE OF TRANSPORTATION. MORE AND MORE CONSUMERS WERE TRADING OFF THEIR CARS AND BUYING PICK UP TRUCKS, AND THEY RESPONDED WITH A WORK OF ART ON FOUR WHEELS. THIS IS A 1984 CHEVROLET C10 STEPSIDE TRUCK. THE TRUCK IS IN VERY GOOD CONDITION. MILDLY BUILT SMALL BLOCK ENGINE. CLEAN, SOLID, DRIVER QUALITY TRUCK.

The Chevrolet C series trucks were built from 1960-1999. That is a 39 year production run. The C series was finally replaced by the Silverado in 1999. Chevrolet has been at the forefront of design and performance since the beginning. The 1960 model year introduced a new body style of light pick-up truck that featured many firsts. Most important of these were a drop-center ladder frame, allowing the cab to sit lower, and independent front suspension, giving an almost car-like ride in a truck. Also new for 1960 was a new labeling system for trucks made by GM. Gone were the 3100,3200, and 3600 designations. The Chevrolet was now a C series in two wheel drive and K in four wheel drive. The original C10 emblem on the 1960 version escalated to the C1500 as the generations developed.

A new, more modern look came in 1967, along with a new nickname: "Action Line". It was with this revision of the C/K truck that General Motors expanded the option list of comfort and convenience items to a vehicle line that had previously been for work purposes alone. This has been referred to as the Golden Age of Chevy Trucks. 1967 was the beginning of the nation's true love affair with trucks. It was no longer necessary to own both a car for recreation and a pickup for work. It was now possible to order any comfort and convenience option on the pickup. One vehicle now performed the duties of two! Finally, with the third generation platform, Chevrolet satisfied the needs of the progressive truck owners.

An all-new clean sheet redesign of General Motors' Chevrolet and GMC brand C/K-Series pickups débuted in mid-1972 for the 1973 model year. Development of the new third-generation trucks began in 1968 with vehicle components undergoing simulated testing on computers before the first prototype pickups were even built for real world testing. The redesign was completely unique in appearance at the time, particularly the cab, departing from typical American pickup truck designs of the era. Although revolutionary in 1973, by the mid eighties Chevrolet engineers realized a complete new redesign would be crucial. In 1984, Chevy made changes to the front end of the truck, the only major area of change in 15 years of production. Quadruple headlights were made optional. As stated previously, 1984 was also the first year the Muncie four speed transmission was made available. The design of the truck began to emphasize styling. These changes paved the way for the release of the revolutionary generation four model, known as the GMT400 platform. There was a seamless transition between the 3rd-generation and 4th-generation GM trucks, and the buying public realized this immediately. It is a success story that has transcended time, will continue beyond 2014.

The solid Southern body has been refinished in Dark Royal Blue paint. This is not a 100 point show truck. The finish is smooth and uniform, buffed to a decent gloss. Keep in mind that this is older paint that has some patina from age. Some minor body work has been done in a few areas. The very bottom area near the body lips on the cab corners. Also, there is a spot on the roof, on the rear driver's side that was slightly damaged and has been worked. There are some minor driving chips and scratches that have been touched up. However, the body is rock solid. Dual chrome sport mirrors. Tasteful pin striping has been applied on the doors and tail gate. Glass is in good shape all around. Bumpers are original and in good condition. Remaining trim and bright work also in good condition. Sliding rear window. Weld style polished wheels. Falken ZIEX radial tires, P265/70R16. Oak bed in good shape. Tail gate opens and closes easily. Grille is in good shape.

VIN BREAKDOWN: 2- Canada G- General Motors C- Chevrolet Truck D- 5,000-6,000 LB. GVWR C- Conventional Cab, 4x2 1- Half Ton Series 4- Two Door Cab H- 5.0 L., 305 Cu. In. Four Barrel Engine O- Check Digit E- 1984 1- Oshawa, Canada Assembly Plant 200712- Sequential Number

Factory Blue interior. Seats and seat cushions are in excellent condition, redone at some point. Door panels in good shape. Carpet has been replaced, and is in excellent condition. Dash is in very good condition. All gauge faces are clear. Factory amps, oil pressure, and water temperature gauges. Sun Pro Super Tach II. Also, Sun Pro amps, oil pressure, and water temperature gauges. Power steering, power brakes. Seat belts. Air conditioning. However, not currently functioning due to missing compressor and hoses. Door jams are very clean. Weatherstripping is in good condition. AM/FM/CD with USB port and Blue Tooth. Removable face plate. Remote for radio included.

5.7 liter V8 engine, per previous owner. Engine and engine bay are nicely detailed. Runs and drives as well as it looks. Holley double pumper four barrel carburetor mounted on a Holley Street Dominator aluminum intake manifold. Pete Jackson gear drive. Hydraulic cam and valve train. Cast iron heads. Generic after market headers. Full dual exhaust with chrome tips. As stated, first year for the Muncie four speed option. Ten bolt rear differential. Multi leaf rear springs, coil springs in the front. Please review the photos in Photo Bucket. Frame, sub frame, fuel tank, floors, etc. are clean and solid. Not highly detailed.

This truck is an eye catcher and a great cruising vehicle. Rare factory color, rare factory four speed, in a step side short bed. These are the hottest trucks on the market. Don't hesitate on this one, it is a nice, solid truck. You won't find another at this price.


$8,450
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