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Modern-Day GMC Jimmy To Be Built By Flat Out Autos

First introduced in 1970, the GMC Jimmy nameplate was offered as GMC’s version of the iconic K5 Chevy Blazer, with production lasting until 1991 when the Jimmy was replaced by the GMC Yukon. Now, however, one custom vehicle builder is preparing to offer a new, modern-day GMC Jimmy.

That custom builder is Flat Out Autos, based out of Jonesboro, Arkansas. Flat Out has already produced some pretty impressive builds, including a modernized K5 Blazer for SEMA, as well as 1967 Chevy Corvette restomod, custom Chevy C10 pickups, and several others.

Flat Out Auto’s next build, however, looks to be a modern two-door GMC Jimmy with a removable roof. Flat Out posted a rendering of the concept on social media, and it definitely looks pretty good.

According to comments, it’s possible Flat Out Autos will also offer versions of the modern GMC Jimmy with an extended wheelbase, and maybe even a four-door body style. However, the main offering will be a single-cab platform. Under the hood, the shop will offer an HD Duramax powertrain as well.

Indeed, this is likely very exciting news for those K5 Chevy Blazer fans that were disappointed by the Blazer’s reintroduction as a unibody crossover. By contrast, this custom modern GMC Jimmy incorporates a short body length and tall-riding stance, but is likely based on the same T1 platform as GM’s full-size trucks and SUVs. The front end is familiar as well, draped in the same fascia and styling bits as the refreshed 2022 GMC Sierra AT4X. In fact, the rendering even shows an AT4X badge located in the lower driver’s side corner of the grille and in the doors.

Indeed, this thing looks ready for a stint off-road, and includes red tow hooks, chunky tires, and other rough-stuff cues.

 

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At this point, pricing information is not available, but given the highly custom nature of the work, we’re going to guess it won’t come cheap. Still, for those GMC Jimmy fans out there craving a modern take on the nameplate, this is looking promising.

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Jonathan is an automotive journalist based out of Southern California. He loves anything and everything on four wheels.

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Comments

  1. It looks great, What a shame that mighty GM does not see this and the K5 Blazer as a viable business .
    The rig looks awesome and on the new platform with indept rear suspension should be pretty sweet!
    My Fav is the K5 Tahoe/Blazer in the retro 69/70 style.
    I think if GM were to make the K5 with the early 70’s look it would be a run away success .
    They simply could call it the K5

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    1. Too bad Hyundai has the “K5” name trademarked now

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      1. I have owned a 1973, 1979, 1985 and 1994 2 door K5 and would buy a late model K5 2door day one of sales

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    2. General motors doesn’t have the balls to do anything exciting any more. Whoever has the final say I’m just about everything they do it’s just a watered down turd of an executive

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      1. It’s not about balls it’s about deciding on capital investment and return on investment-period. Their job is to create shareholder value while increasing the brand, whether they are fun products or not. My guess is they would sell very few of these.

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      2. very much true

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  2. I love the wheels and red brake calipers and red paint and grill, but the overall body needs work to make it look more like a SUV rather than a half ton Sierra.

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  3. Nicely done!

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  4. If GM built a 2 door 2 wheel Tahoe we would buy it. But as with most of us customizers, we gotsa do it ourselves.

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    1. We woulds buy it in hows many numbers yo?

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  5. I wish GM would wake up and realize what kind of opportunity they’re missing here-we had a 94 blazer that was the last of the full-size two doors and we loved it and we buy another in a second-

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    1. Okay, sale=1.

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  6. They need to add the old retro rear sliding windows, that would be a nice addition and make it look more aesthetically pleasing.

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  7. That’s awesome! Of course some DB will write “they still make the Tahoe it’s 4 doors and independent rear suspension because that’s what people want”. Those are fine this is cool.

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  8. I had a 94 and a 95 two door and would buy another instantly if they would wake up . Not going to happen unfortunately.

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  9. Friend of mine years ago had one, and this modern day example looks good and very close. IDK if it’s me but the rear bed and top look to close to be a regular truck camper on top of the truck bed and not integrated design.
    This is a great idea but IMO, would eat away at the Tahoe sales and these mammoths sell with huge margins.
    Nothing stopping customizers from getting in the game… I would like to see the interior from second row back to compare apples to apples with the original…

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  10. It’s not for me but it would sell!

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  11. How many peole have to say this, before GM gets off their collective asses??????

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  12. Chevy is missing out .look at sales! 4 runner , the new bronco (not bronco sport )wrangler , true off roaders the new (rental car)blazer and 3 c turbo trail blazer .could of been a hit for Chevrolet .if it was true 4×4 .they are bringing back a short bed single cab .Z 71 or Zr2 would be nice gmc has the jimmy name still

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    1. Maybe they will make a Blazer Trail Boss. It will have black trim, red tow hooks, stickers and option Goodyear Fortitude tires.

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  13. What kind of wheel/tire package are used on the rendering? It looks very sharp!!

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  14. what year will it be available ?

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  15. I would order the red but also would like to see the rear window drop into the tailgate once again!

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