454-Powered 1971 Chevrolet C10

Description

Introduced for the 1967 model year, Chevrolet's C/K-Series pickups helped establish a new standard for light-duty trucks by combining improved ride quality, modern styling, and everyday usability. Throughout its 1967 to 1972 production run, the platform became one of Chevrolet's most successful truck designs, offering an expanding range of comfort, convenience, and performance options while serving as a popular foundation for restoration and modification. 

This 1971 Chevrolet C10 short bed pickup is powered by a 454ci big-block V8 paired with a four-speed 700R4 automatic transmission. Finished in two-tone turquoise and white with hand-painted purple pinstriping over black upholstery, modifications include Hotchkis suspension, four-wheel disc brake conversion, 20-inch wheels, and more as outlined below.

According to the seller, the truck underwent refurbishment in 2007 and was acquired by the seller in 2024. The truck is equipped with a heater and manual brakes.

This modified 1971 Chevrolet C10 is now offered with an owner's manual and a clean Arizona title in the seller's name. 

Highlights

• 454ci V8 paired with a 4-speed 700R4 automatic transmission 

• Turquoise and white with hand-painted pinstriping over black upholstery 

• Lowered Hotchkis suspension and 4-wheel disc brake conversion 

• 20" American Racing Torq Thrust wheels 

Factory Equipment

• The chassis number (CS141Z619932) decodes as:  

  • C – Conventional two-wheel-drive chassis 

  • S – Inline six-cylinder engine designation 

  • 1 – ½-ton C10 series 

  • 4 – Pickup body style 

  • 1 – 1971 model year 

  • Z – Fremont, California, assembly plant 

  • 619932 – Sequential production number 

Modifications

According to the seller, the following modifications have been made: 

• 454ci big-block V8 swap 

• 700R4 automatic transmission 

• Hotchkis suspension 

• 4-wheel CCP disc brake conversion 

• Slotted and cross-drilled brake rotors 

• Dual exhaust system 

• Chrome differential cover 

• Aftermarket grille 

• Aftermarket headlights 

• Cowl hood 

• Tinted windows 

• Hard-shell bed cover with lift struts 

• Custom carpeted bed with storage enclosures 

• 20" staggered-width American Racing Torq Thrust wheels 

• 245/45ZR20 front and 275/40ZR20 rear Advanta HPZ-02 tires 

• AutoMeter Pro-Comp instrumentation 

Known Imperfections

• Some paint chips and general blemishes consistent with age since refurbishment 

Ownership History

The seller acquired this Chevrolet in 2024. 

From the seller: “This is a beautiful truck finished in turquoise and white with hand-painted pinstriping. It has a 454 BBC engine paired with a 700R4 transmission. While it has a heater, there is no air conditioning and the brakes are manual. It also features Hotchkis suspension, four-wheel disc brakes, new tires mounted on 20-inch wheels, and was restored in 2007. I purchased it as-is about a year ago.” 

Included Items

• Owner's manual