2005 GMC Sierra 2500HD “Cessna” Custom

Description

OFFERED WITHOUT RESERVE

Huntsville, Alabama — or “Rocket City,” as we know it — is home to NASA rocket-propulsion research and development. Nothing quite encapsulates the launch and excitement of the region as this out-of-world collection of cars including movie cars and tributes, desirable classics, and a rocket truck itself. 3… 2… 1… These cars are ready for blastoff, and all will be launched to new homes and garages as all lots are presented with NO RESERVE.

* * * The second-generation 2005 GMC Sierra 2500HD heavy-duty pickup truck was designed to offer "robust performance, durability, and versatility for both work and recreational use," but GMC engineers likely did not envision the customization that awaited this one. 

Powered by a 6.0-liter V8 engine delivering 300 horsepower and 360 lb-ft of torque, this '05 Sierra 2500HD has had a makeover — maybe even two. Featured on “Ridiculous Rides” in October 2023, the Cessna plane car is the creation of Mark Ray, who has a reputation for turning heads in his hometown of Roswell, Georgia, with other custom builds. After selling a previous plane car, he went even bigger with this one, which is 32-feet long and features the fuselage of a 1974 Cessna RAM 421B. Not only does it look like an airplane from the outside, but passengers will feel like they’re riding in one. 

Ray's street-legal creation looks slightly different than it did on “Ridiculous Rides.” Among the changes, perhaps made by its second owner, the front end has been replaced by one from a 1954 Chevrolet 6400, it no longer has a propeller, and its tail has received a patriotic makeover. The floors and seats also appear to be slightly different, but the outlandish airplane theme remains. 

Highlights 

• Offered from the Rocket City Collection 

• Custom Cessna-bodied Sierra is 32 feet long and 12 feet tall at the top of the tail 

• Finished in red, white, and blue paint over blue-gray interior 

• Powered by a 6.0-liter V8 engine delivering 300 hp and 360 lb-ft of torque 

• 4L60 four-speed automatic transmission 

Features 

• Side-opening passenger door 

• Cessna yoke (steering) 

• Backup camera 

• Air conditioning 

• Boss BV9358B stereo system with touch screen 

• Sierra instrumentation: 120 mph speedometer, 6000 rpm tachometer, and gauges for oil pressure, battery, fuel, and coolant temperature 

• Power brakes 

• 16-inch wheels with Cessna Aircraft Company hubcaps 

• Pathfinder All-Terrain LT 265/75R16 tires 

Known Imperfections 

• Paint chips and minor imperfections 

• Paint peeling near tail on driver's side

• Scuffs on interior walls 

• Cloth piece peeling near Exit sign

• Imperfections on dash 

• AC does not blow cold

Included 

• Fire extinguisher

Ownership History 

This 2005 GMC Sierra 2500 “Cessna” Custom joined The Rocket City Collection in July 2024. 

Additional Notes 

A Broad Arrow Auctions Specialist is working as an agent on behalf of the owner of this vehicle. Broad Arrow Auctions is a wholly owned subsidiary of Hagerty. 

Contact: Ramsey Potts   Phone: 912.508.4096   email: rpotts@hagerty.com