1979 Chevrolet C10 Silverado 4×4
Although Chevrolet’s third generation of the C/K series was actually called the “Rounded Line,” in popular culture, these pickups are being remembered as the “Square Body” trucks. That’s in addition to being the first to make use of the well-known Silverado nameplate from 1975, not to mention the fact they’re extremely popular for lifted custom projects.
Just like there are slim chances of seeing a bespoke first- or second-generation Chevy C10 that hasn’t been lowered and/or bagged, you’re also going to encounter lifted Square Body trucks more often than not. And this 1979 Silverado isn’t going against the tide, quite the contrary – it makes sure it can survive a river crossing with ample room to spare.
This 1979 Chevrolet C10 Silverado have been modified in the 1980s and is powered by a 350ci V8 mated to a three-speed automatic transmission and a dual-range transfer case, and equipped with an Edelbrock carburetor, intake manifold, and finned valve covers.
Five-spoke 15″ polished alloy wheels wear 39.5×13.5″ Irok Super Swamper tires. Equipment includes a 6″ High-Country suspension lift with dual shocks at each corner, a steering stabilizer, manually-locking front hubs, and power-assisted brakes with front discs and rear drums.
The cabin features a bench seat upholstered in brown cloth along with matching door panels and carpets. Equipment includes a tilt-adjustable steering wheel, a Pioneer CD stereo, a General Electric CB radio, a sliding rear window, a custom glovebox door cover, and Chevy-branded floor mats. The Lecarra steering wheel is leather-wrapped and frames a 100-mph speedometer and auxiliary gauges.
The boxy bodies of classic pickups like this 1979 Chevrolet Silverado are now an iconic symbol of toughness. While most of these have a no-nonsense appearance, this truck has the right amount of custom touches to be an elegant and sporty bruiser.
