Fuel-Injected 1978 Chevrolet C10 Stepside 454

Description

OFFERED WITHOUT RESERVE

The third-generation C Series Chevrolet trucks debuted in 1973, with contemporary “square body” styling that not only provided better aerodynamics, but also instantly endeared the C10 to truck lovers. New features included a steel ladder frame with an outboard fuel tank location, and while Fleetside and Stepside C10s could be had with 6 ½- and 8-foot boxes and 117- and 131-inch wheelbases, Chevy’s newest model was a heavy-duty, four-door Crew Cab body with additional seating and an 8-foot box, sitting on a 164-inch wheelbase.

By 1978, the tough-looking C10 offered an even more comfortable interior with deep-foam bench seats and full-sweep analog gauges, with options like cruise control, a tilt column, and power steering, brakes, windows, and locks. And while the big news that year was a 350ci diesel V8, enthusiasts chose the 454ci big block with a 4-barrel carburetor. So-equipped, it made the C10 one of the most desirable pickups on the market.

This square-body C10 Stepside was optioned from the factory with the 454ci V8 and the heavy-duty suspension. Now, it's powered by a modern 454ci crate engine reportedly with only 100 miles on it. The engine has been modified with aftermarket port fuel injection and headers, as well as orange-finished finned valve covers and a chrome air cleaner. A 3-speed automatic transmission utilizes a high-stall torque converter to send twist to a Dana 60 enhanced with 4.88 gears. The body is finished in black with red and turquoise accents, complemented by polished 15” rims. And the interior features red upholstery and modern gauges.

This 1978 Chevrolet C10 Stepside is now offered by the selling dealer with the original RPO sticker and new vehicle paperwork, and a clean Florida title stating "Mileage Exempt".

Highlights

• Offered from the Burnyzz Collection of April vehicles

• Third-generation C10 with big-block power

• Finished in Black with Red upholstery

• 15” Centerline wheels wearing Cooper front and Mickey Thompson rear tires

• 454ci BluePrint Engines crate V8 with modern port fuel injection

• Reportedly built 3-speed TH-400 street/strip automatic transmission with high-stall converter

• Heavy-duty suspension

Factory Equipment

• The chassis number (CCS448J190471) decodes as:

  • C – Chevrolet

  • C – 2-wheel drive

  • S – 454ci 4-barrel V8

  • 4 – ½ ton with heavy-duty suspension

  • 4 – Pickup

  • 8 – 1978

  • J – Janesville, Wisconsin, assembly plant

  • 190471 – Sequential production number 

• Aerodynamic Stepside square-body styling

• Double walled cab, box, hood, and tailgate

• High-visibility greenhouse

• Analog instrument cluster

• Quick-release tailgate

Modifications

• Painted red and blue accents on back of cab and tailgate

• Stock-location aftermarket gauges with dash-mounted tachometer

• Aftermarket steering wheel

• Fire extinguisher

• JVC CD player

• Chrome Edelbrock air cleaner with high-flow filter

• Edelbrock aluminum intake manifold and Pro Flo 4 fuel injection system

• Headers and dual exhaust system with side exhaust

• Orange Chevrolet valve covers

• 10" 3500-stall torque converter

• Driveshaft loop

• Modified Dana 60 rear end with 4.88 gears and limited-slip differential

Known Imperfections

• Paint chips on body

• Tires are older than 10 years

Ownership History

This 1978 Chevrolet C10 is offered from the Burnyzz Collection of April vehicles.

Included Items

• Original RPO sticker

• New vehicle paperwork

Additional Information

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