LS3-Powered 1965 Chevrolet C10 Short-bed

Make: Chevrolet

Model: C10

Type: Truck/SUV

Seller Type: Dealer

Key Details

Seller : classiccarsw
Location : Oakland, CA 94606
Seller Type : Dealer

Build Sheet

VIN: C1445S220031
Crate GM LS3 6.2L fuel-injected small-block V8
6L80 6-speed automatic transmission with manual Lokar shifter
C1 serpentine pulley drive system
Ceramic-coated exhaust headers & full stainless-steel dual exhaust
Full front and rear QA1 adjustable suspension system
20-inch BC Forged custom alloy wheels
Michelin Pilot Sport high-performance tires
Complete bare-metal strip and custom paint work ($33k invested)
Modern air conditioning system
Dakota Digital custom instrument cluster
Tilt steering column with aftermarket wheel
Power windows & wireless iPhone charging pad
All-new custom upholstered interior
Heavy-duty power-assisted braking system
Documented build with over $150k in receipts (4,867 miles)

Wrench Report

By Chris Esparza

RestoMods Head Mechanic. 20 year classic car mechanic & builder.

Firing up the crate LS3 V8 gives you instant sports-car vibes in a classic truck body. I have no doubt you will get a crisp shift response from the 6L80 six-speed through that Lokar shifter, while the full QA1 suspension and Michelin Pilot Sport rubber completely transform how it corners. This truck can go fast in the straights and the turns, and with over $150k invested it's a turnkey pro-touring build that looks, drives, and feels lightyears ahead of anything built in the 1960s.

Description

This custom Chevrolet C10 short-bed restomod is the result of a documented, nut-and-bolt build with over $150,000 invested according to the seller. Powered by a crate GM LS3 6.2-liter V8 paired with a 6L80 six-speed automatic transmission, the pickup combines modern performance engineering with a bare-metal custom body build and refreshed chassis hardware. It is now offered with receipts, build documentation, and a clean California title.

During the build, the body was completely disassembled, stripped to bare metal, and refinished in a red-orange and white two-tone with approximately $33,000 dedicated to body prep and custom paintwork. Exterior trim includes replacement chrome bumpers, clear window glass, bright window surrounds, polished door hardware, and a clean short-bed profile.

The truck rides on 20-inch BC Forged alloy wheels wrapped in Michelin Pilot Sport performance tires measuring 275/35 ZR20 in front.

The cabin features a fully redone interior trimmed in premium upholstery with upgraded seat cushioning, fresh carpeting, and matching door panels. Modern interior conveniences include an integrated cordless iPhone charger, power windows, air conditioning, and a tilt steering column.

The driver operates the C10 via an aftermarket steering wheel mounted to the tilt column ahead of a set of Dakota Digital gauges. Transmission control is managed by a floor-mounted Lokar shifter capable of manual tap-shifting or standard automatic gear selection. The odometer displays 4,867 miles since build completion.

The engine bay houses a crate GM LS3 6.2-liter fuel-injected V8 equipped with a C1 serpentine pulley drive system. Exhaust flows through ceramic-coated headers feeding a full stainless-steel dual exhaust system. Power is routed through a 6L80 six-speed automatic transmission with manual shift control to a heavy-duty rear differential assembly.

The chassis benefits from a complete front and rear QA1 adjustable suspension system engineered for sports-car-like handling characteristics. Stopping power is handled by Wilwood power disc brakes at all four corners.

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Highest Bid

$88,000

Seller
classiccarsw
Highest Bidder
Rassdann
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Seller
classiccarsw
Highest Bidder
Rassdann
Total Bids
23 Bids
Date Ended
September 17, 2026 13:00 PDT

Comments & Bid History

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Poopumper • Sep 17, 1:01 pm PDT

Please let me know if this deal falls through. I’m interested.

BuyTheCar Staff • Sep 17, 1:00 pm PDT

The reserve was not met. We'll reach out to the seller and the bidders to try to make a deal.

classiccarsw Seller • Sep 17, 12:59 pm PDT

lets go folks.

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classiccarsw Seller • Sep 17, 11:29 am PDT

We want to get this sold here so get your bids in. We are available to help with shipping post auction if you are the lucky winner. Good Luck Bidders!

Rassdann • Sep 17, 11:16 am PDT Sep 17, 11:16 am PDT

R8Twinturbo • Sep 17, 10:58 am PDT Sep 17, 10:58 am PDT

classiccarsw Seller • Sep 17, 9:58 am PDT

Also note pic 69. A nice feature is the rear widened wheel wells to accommodate modern size wheels and tire setup.

classiccarsw Seller • Sep 17, 9:57 am PDT

Some last items. This is a "Hot Cam" LS3 GM Crate motor which brings up hp from 430hp stock to approx 490hp.

Rassdann • Sep 15, 1:10 pm PDT Sep 15, 1:10 pm PDT

classiccarsw Seller • Sep 14, 8:15 am PDT

more pics.

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classiccarsw Seller • Sep 10, 5:09 pm PDT

Winning bid is a commitment to purchase. Please make sure you have funding in place before bidding, not subject to financing approvals, travel plans or inspections. Inspections are welcomed and we shall make every reasonable effort to coordinate with interested parties. Inspections should be done prior to the end of the auction. All purchases are to be completed by bank wire or agreed upon payment type within 5 business days.

classiccarsw Seller • Sep 10, 5:09 pm PDT

California buyers will pay Sales Tax and Registration to Classic Cars West. There are no other fees. There are NO FEES for out of state buyers on our part.

classiccarsw Seller • Sep 10, 5:08 pm PDT

Welcom eto the acution everyone. this is an amazing C10. Lots of $$$$ spent on this Restomod. Drives like a modern sports car with vintage truck looks. We are available to answer questions during the auction and you can also DM us by using the CONTACT SELLER button in the auction.

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DrRoadster • Sep 10, 10:13 am PDT

Does truck have power steering?

macvicious Sep 10, 12:29 pm PDT

Yes

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