Currently listed on AutoHunter is this custom 1971 Chevrolet C10 Cheyenne pickup. Nineteen seventy-one was the first year for the Cheyenne trim level for Chevrolet pickups, which appears to be part of this Fleetside pickup’s pedigree. But there have been so many upgrades that purists may shed a tear that the Cheyenne’s “supple vinyl” seat is no longer present. But read on, gentle enthusiast, as there’s plenty of goodness in the build, such as a new 350 V8 crate engine paired with a Turbo Hydra-Matic 350 automatic. Finished in Matte Red over a custom black vinyl interior, this C10 is offered by the selling dealer with a clear title.
The Matte Red paint is complemented by chrome bumpers front and rear. Other features include dual chrome side mirrors (part of the Cheyenne package), chrome and black trim along the sides and tailgate, a bedliner, and a hinged tonneau cover. This C10 rolls on 20-inch chrome Rev wheels wrapped in 245/45 Atturo radial tires.
The cabin features a black vinyl TMI bench seat with complementary custom door panels. Other features include a red/black Billet Specialties three-spoke steering wheel, a tilt column, power steering, and a radio-delete plate.
Instrumentation includes a 160-mph speedometer, 8,000-rpm tachometer, and gauges for the oil pressure, coolant temperature, voltage, and fuel. The odometer shows 118 miles, though the title reads this vehicle is mileage-exempt.
The 350 crate engine features a Holley Sniper electronic fuel injection system, an Edelbrock intake manifold, and Hedman headers. Note the chrome pulleys! The horses are yoked to a Turbo Hydra-matic 350 three-speed automatic.
The undercarriage features a 12-bolt Positraction rear end with 3.55 gears. A Borla dual exhaust system dumps emissions by the differential. Power front disc brakes help bring any type of velocity to a standstill.
Who knew that a workhorse such as this would eventually become a collectible to the delight of hot rodders everywhere? Yet that’s what has happened with vintage pickup trucks like this custom 1971 Chevrolet C10 Cheyenne. Good looks and horsepower in a distinctly American package! There is a little time left to place your bid, but not much—the auction will end on Monday, May 12, 2025, at 12:00 p.m. (PDT).
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