Were glad that we were able to help him find the parts he needed to restore this beautiful classic. Aside from the price being a bit too high on that truck it seems pretty nice. A good, low mileage truck is difficult to find, and the price of ones that are a few years old with thousands of miles on them are pretty close to that of new ones. Use classics on autotraders intuitive search tools to find the best classic car, muscle car, project car, classic truck, or hot rod. Im new to the whole chevy truck thing so im looking to gain some info before looking at it and making an offer. Up for auction is my 1965 c10 custom cab short bed truck. Looking for a classic truck that reminds you of a childhood favorite. Seriously though my son has built a very elaborate race track around all the truck parts and through the rooms of my. I am looking for a reliable truck that is affordable and i like to drive. List your classic and premium cars on classic driver. Trucks are the oftenoverlooked gateway into classic car ownership, and.
One thing led to another and the truck started running worse and worse and since i have no idea what im doing with a carb i decided id just go ahead and do the. Classic industries offers a huge variety of restoration parts for gm, mopar, and ford vehicles, and even though we only offer catalogs for certain models, many of the parts we provide can be used across a wide range of platforms and body styles. Nov 9, 2015 1964 1965 1966 chevy c10 style daily driver shop truck from smokeystyle paint shop. It looks good, gets the job done, and prices of a fixerupper are somewhat respectable. When fitted with the reliable 350 cubicinch smallblock engine and decades worth of compatible parts, this workhorse is nearly unstoppable. Its the obvious choice for those seeking a reliable daily driver. Under the hood is a rebuilt 350 with a th350 auto transmission for plenty of power motoring around town.
This backyard build has become a reliable daily driver. Thanks to a 5speed manual, 350ci v8 with 4bolt main, staggered 18 and 20 rims, this truck is ready to be driven. Dont get me wrong, its not that i dont like newer vehicles, i just really like my c10. Improve your classic with the latest technology and best designed climate control system on the market today click on your model below. Jun 03, 2017 this is my new daily driver that is also a long term restoration project. This 64 c10 is a great candidate for a daily driver classic pickup truck. I spent the last several months putting the truck together as a reliable daily driver. Hello, im wondring about geting a vintage chevy truck as a daily driver between it and my motorcycle. Cummins powered classic daily driver chevy truck for sale. For this reason, the restoration trade and classic car enthusiasts widely consider classic auto air to have the best technical support in the industry. It has been reliable daily transportation for the last 8 years. The 1939 chevrolet halfton could haul a 1,060pound load.
I like to be able to watch my kid and great dane jump on the trampoline together while i get work in on the truck. As time went on the truck beds grew longer and the cabs became more comfortable. It has a good look that can easily become the envy of all your friends, but it isnt so ridiculously clean that youll feel guilty about driving it. Our shortened 1966 chevy c10 is all painted and well show you how to completely reassemble the entire truck without a scratch.
I first had a 283 built with all new parts by a professional engine builder. Im looking at 60s chevy pickups right now and will probably buy one this summer as a back up to my 81 c10 that is my daily driver. We love seeing vintage cars as daily drivers, out on the streets where. If you have shopped for a late model used truck lately, then you probably have come away disillusioned with the experience. A daily driver with california title and yom folsom prision plates. It sports a stunning twotoned copper brown and cream paint job.
Please look at all the pictures because they are worth a thousand words. If your new to the classic car scene or just want something to enjoy on the weekend this is the vehicle for you. I picked this truck up a while back and after a little tinkering i got the 327 backed by a 700r4 running good, but nearly the complete brake system needed replacing so it got moved to the back of the shop. Apr 25, 2018 daily driver 1962 chevy c10 with a cool story. Chevy c10chevy pickup trucksc10 trucksclassic chevy truckschevy. Read about the editors chevrolet c10 that has recently become his daily driver. Therefore i called the 1956 ford f350 that still hauls big loads of recycled cardboard in eugene every day the ultimate curbside classic. Theres no arguing the versatility of the mazda miata. My reasoning is, i could see the older trucks simplicity making it cheaper and more reliable if i pick up one with a rebuilt or newer motor. Daily driver 1962 chevy c10 with a cool story youtube. I found this 1970 chevy c10 12 ton pick up truck in a farm town in wisconsin where the previous owner bought it as a wedding gift to his bride. I just dont like cars, i dont like being or driving in them. Id prefer a shortbed c10 but i think this c20 is looking pretty good ad below. Your definitive 196772 chevrolet ck pickup buyers guide hagerty.
Alright i have a 52 chevy 3100 that i have been working on. Some of the vehicles in this publication could be considered daily drivers and are not valued as a classic vehicle. The recent inspection sticker is even proof to show this truck is daily driver ready. Heres one with just 103,000 miles on ebay right now. Find a wide range of classic trucks for sale through copart auto auctions today. Wynn, come on over anytime i always need some help mike, when i saw you were tearing down mimi and then read your plans, i thought great minds think alike yours will just be much more visually appealing.
There are 840 classic chevrolet c10s for sale today on. Few drivers in formula one history emotionally moved fans the way ayrton senna di silva did. If you are looking for a show truck, something to customize and make your own style, or even a daily driver this is the c10 for you. Also i would be towing around 30005000lbs often in the summer. Its one of the greatest sports cars on the planet, but also does well as a daily driver. Seriously though my son has built a very elaborate race track around all the truck parts and through the rooms of my shop that he and his friends time each other on.
It looks pretty cool and the theory is that the s10 set up will provide the upgrades and better gas mileage to use as a daily driver. Last week my srt charger was down for a few days because of a fuel tank recall, and whenever something like that happens, i press the truck into duty and dont think twice. The 1970 chevy c10 pickup is a perfect daily driver for anyone with a load to haul or a trailer to tow. C10 daily driver part 3 its the return of our cherry 1966 chevy c10 and well show you not only how to fix those nasty rust spots with patch panels, were even going to show you some metal shaping tips so you can make your own panels.
Discussion in the hokey ass message board started by mjkissel, aug 2, 2010. Lopezs neighbor had a c10 project he abandoned and sold, but had two. Classics on autotrader is your onestop shop for the best classic cars, muscle cars, project cars, exotics, hot rods, classic trucks, and old cars for sale. Sep 24, 2015 if your daily driver also needs to be a workhorse, this is definitely a working mans vehicle. This is a california truck and has always been to the best of my knowledge. You are looking at a 1965 chevrolet c10 vintage pickup truck big back window long wide bed. I drove this as a daily driver all summer and tons of fun. Here are a list of proscons of driving an old car or truck as a dd. This 1928 ford model a restomod build, owned by mikael bjork, is one such example.
Everyone loves to see the car and thinks you are cool for driving an old car. Dad and i are restoring the 64 c10 he drove in high school which. Retrofit with perfect fit air conditioning systems. Oct 23, 2014 plans are a budget minded daily driver commuter for back and forth to work and running around town. This custom restored 1968 chevrolet c10 step side classic has been completely upgraded. Justin nichols eyes pikes peak with this fire breathing 1960 chevrolet c10 packing 1,000 hp of supercharged ls power. Considering buying a chevy c10 small block to make my daily driver. Simplifying life with a 1972 chevy cheyenne daily driver. Classic 6772 chevygmc truck message board classic heartbeat forums. Paint is a nice driver quality with a good shine to it. So far, the experience of owning the classic 72 cheyenne has been everything he. Whether you are looking for a show vehicle, a project car or just a reliable daily driver, we have you covered.
There are 841 classic chevrolet c10s for sale today on. Hi, i found 1969 c20 in my area that im interested in. Of those trucks the one i drove the longest was a 1976 chevrolet c10 that i drove as my daily driver through most of the 1990s. U are bidding on a1972 chevy c10 long bed with air ride suspension fun truck to drive it has a 350 v8 engine with a turbo 350 transmission truck has plenty of power runs great the frame has been modified for air bags in the back with a c notch professionally done the bed has been reinforced with square tubing and nice diamond plate has tie downs in the back of the bed for ur harley. I will have about a little under 60 mile round trip daily drive to the university i will be going to. And when theyre in frontline duty, as daily drivers or work trucks, the goal is really being fulfilled. Fill in your email to receive daily notifications every time a. Feb 01, 2012 read about the editors chevrolet c10 that has recently become his daily driver. Dec 15, 2014 i like to be able to watch my kid and great dane jump on the trampoline together while i get work in on the truck. Installation manuals classic auto air air conditioning. Have we mentioned that it wont cost you much to step onto the c10. I invite you to come check it out in my classic showroom at my dealershipteddys. These early trucks shared many features with the cars of the era. Chevrolet c10 daily driver custom classic trucks magazine.
A regular feature here on the daily driver project is the street spot. Chevrolet classic trucks for sale classics on autotrader. For some, the daily driver is a car, while for others, a truck is the. Documentation included fitech instruction manual, monster performance 700r4 manual, a classic gauges brochure and a kenwood instruction manual. Nov 03, 2010 a friend of mine is working on a daily driver project where he took a 50s style body and is setting it on a mid 90s s10 frame and drive train. Gregs truck is equipped with power steering, power brakes and air conditioning for those hot summer california days. I just got done ordering all new moog joints for the front as well as new springs, shocks and drop spindles.
If you love classic vehicles and more specifically old chevy trucks, ou may already know us and the type of rides we build and sell. When determining a value for a daily driver, it is recommended that the subscriber use the low retail. Our multifaceted knowledge of classic car air conditioning enables our experienced team to assist you with virtually all your classic automotive air conditioning needs. A better rear suspension for your 73 through 87 chevy c10 truck.
Powered by a small block 350 with a 700r4 transmission this c10 has a nice rumble along with a set of 373. I picked up a 1972 c10 350th350 fully loaded about 6 months ago with the plan of just driving around town in it until my next promotion when i would have more time at home to work on it and do an ls swap. Toward the end of the 1940s, chevrolet led the way with its classic 1948 chevy, which remained a bestseller long into the 1950s. When determining a value for a daily driver, it is recommended that the subscriber use the low retail value. Suspension kits can help a vintage truck handle more like a car. Nov 9, 2015 1964 1965 1966 chevy c10 style daily driver shop truck from smokeystyle paint shop stay safe and healthy. We make searching through classified ads a thing of the past. Justin nichols eyes pikes peak with this firebreathing 1960 chevrolet c10 packing 1,000 hp of supercharged ls power. Joe has a chance to own that longterm daily driver, and he wants something classic. Whats the best daily driver vintage truck from 1952 to 1971. Please practice handwashing and social distancing, and check out our resources for adapting to these times. Apr 09, 2020 robert tells us that his impala has been a california car since the beginning, and it still serves as his daily driver on the streets of socal. The truck came from north carolina, the body is in good shape for a 65. Simplifying life with 1972 chevy cheyenne daily driver.
Most of us have, or least want to have a classic car or truck that can be. I drove a 1968 plymouth valiant as a daily driver a few years ago for about a year. Classic chevy c10 pickup for restoration or just driving around. The c indicated a twowheel drive configuration and k indicated fourwheel drive. But honestly, most people are modifying them to be more like a daily driver. Understand that you are buying a collectible vintage classic item that is not intended to be used as your daily transportation unless noted. All the paint and body work had been done by the previous owner with not much information provided. New 12v battery, new 80 amp gm 2 wire alternator, new starter. They had been using it in their local town for parades and just as a fun daily driver here and there. Is there a big downside to using a c20 for a daily driver i dont drive a lot as opposed to a c10. If you are the winning bid, please be aware that the winning bid on. Three classic chevys to use as a daily driver chevy hardcore. We spoke with dan specifically about the chevy and gmc c10, which is a. Learn how to make a buttercream dahlia flower using the wilton.