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Did you know that the idea for Chevy’s pickup line began six years before the first completed in-house model rolled out of the factory? Though the idea originated in 1924, and the vehicle appeared in 1930, it would be another thirty years before the Chevy C/K Series arrived – the first iteration was the Series C Classic Six. After the “Apaches”, “Vikings”, and “Spartans” took a spin on the highway, the “Action Line” came into play from 1967 to 1972. Chevy’s pickup was renamed during the fourth generation to the GMT400. There were medium and heavy duty trucks available, although the change in their names from one to another was more due to the type of trim than anything else. Unfortunately, the Chevy C/K was discontinued in the early 2000’s, after only forty years on the road. It was replaced by the Chevrolet Silverado.
Of course, being discontinued doesn’t mean we’ve seen the last of the Chevy C/K – still a somewhat popular vehicle for collectors and enthusiasts, there are some for sale, some that have been re-done to include such modern amenities as a shortbed, updated transmissions and engines, fancier wheels and snazzy upholstery. Take the 1981 K10 Chevy that was turned into a shortbed pickup, complete with a Goodwrench 350 motor, a Turbo 350 transmission with lockup converter, and an entirely new interior.
You can check out the photo below, as well as the rest of the specs. Whether you’re merely curious about how the vehicle was remodeled or you’re starting your journey as a collector and getting an idea of what it is you want, it’s a good idea to narrow down what make and model you’re interested in and do your research so you know what price range to expect and what work needs to get done before you, too, are on the road in your new-to-you vehicle.
