Driving an old-school pickup truck can be a lot of fun, but when switching between something new and old, it quickly becomes obvious just how far auto technology has come in the last several decades. Ride quality, engine power, in-cabin technology – all show their age in older models. However, this 2018 Chevy Silverado looks to be the best of both worlds, combining classic looks with modern underpinnings.
Recently posted for sale, this 2018 Chevy Silverado was inspired by the 1972 Chevy C10, but retains all the modernized equipment of a 2018 model-year vehicle. For example, the engine is listed as the naturally aspirated 5.3L V8 L83, which is rated at 355 horsepower at 5,600 rpm and 383 pound-feet of torque at 4,100 rpm from the factory.
The engine connects to a six-speed automatic gearbox and drives a 4×4 drivetrain, while the interior is listed as including all the modern infotainment goodies expected of the 2018 model year, including an 8-inch infotainment screen, navigation, Chevrolet MyLink Radio, remote keyless entry, heated seats, steering wheel controls, and automatic dual-zone climate control.
However, on top of all this modernity, we find a thick slab of retro old-school styling inspired by the second-generation 1972 Chevy C10 pickup. Up front, we spot a large, rectangular grille with a squared mesh insert and polished trim. The bumper is also chrome, while the hood gains a prominent styling line running down the center.
Viewed in profile, we find this 2018 Chevy Silverado C10 revival gets the classic two-tone paint treatment with orange and white. The result definitely demands attention, while white wheels wrapped in knobby rubber give it an appropriately rugged appearance. The rear bed includes orange lettering for the Chevrolet logo, plus more chrome, while the side lighting keeps it looking authentic.
Naturally, all this custom work doesn’t come cheap, with the list price set at an eye-widening $150,000.
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Source: MAXmotive
Comments
I am digging that. Not something I would buy/own/build but I do like it. It goes fairly well together.
Not at $150k, but WOW! I’d buy this in a heartbeat otherwise.
Never owned a regular sized truck but this I would buy for sure…but for $110,000 less than quoted price.
Very nice!
This underscores how much better the ’72 looks.
gm build something like this
They did 50 years ago!!!!
This look is awesome. Wonder how it would translate to a 2003 ext cab farm truck? Especially in the oh-so-popular patina finish.
Kinda think first reputable company that develops a front end kit and graphics package for the 67-72 style that can be bolted on by the average truck owner, going to be buried in orders.
On a different, really feeling old note, is it just my aging eyes
or do the older 2 tone paint combos, and even what we thought were crazy looking 70s paint/stripe combos multiple times better than the bland monotones every one drives now?
do a bench seat and roll up widows
Looks like a monstrosity that disrespects the effort and time that was placed into designing the actual K/C10 series , It will never drive like the original ,It won’t give you the experience of the original and it probably wouldn’t even last nearly even half the time of the original and it looks cheap unlike the original and you’ll be dealing with cheap computers and flimsy parts that’ll break off into your hand , these new trucks are simply bean counting crap and should be left separate of what once was the greatest time of automotive history , if you want an actual 70-80 square body then buy a fully garage/ restored one for $20,000 off a car parlor or just buy a decent fixer for $5,000 and do this forgotten concept of “hard work” and make it look to your satisfaction with added common sense of what what your getting into