It’s hard to deny the appeal of the classic 1972 Chevy Blazer. Widely recognized as an icon of the American SUV segment, the ’72 Blazer offered a blend of strong off-road performance and everyday drivability, making it a favorite among outdoor enthusiasts and collectors alike. Now, we’re checking out what happens when the classic Blazer gets a massive lift, 37-inch tires, and an LS3 V8 under the hood, all courtesy of the following feature video.
Once again coming from the folks at AutotopiaLA, this custom 1972 Chevy Blazer was built by Rock Bottom Off-Road, and looks to blend new and old in equal proportions. The exterior is finished in a tuxedo black-and-white color scheme, but retains its original body lines, giving it a clean, classic look – plus some serious upgrades to boot.
Under the hood, you’ll find an LS3 V8 engine, which is rated at 525 horsepower and paired with the 4L80 transmission – plenty for an application like this. The engine bay is impressively clean and simple, featuring a smoothed firewall, custom shock towers, and neatly tucked plumbing.
The Blazer sits on a customized factory frame reinforced to handle some off-road abuse. Highlights include a Radflo coilover suspension with one-ton axles, 37-inch tires on 17-inch Vision wheels, a Dana 60 rear axle, and a 14-bolt rear end, and Wilwood brakes.
Inside the Chevy Blazer, Rock Bottom customized nearly everything, including a roll cage, a new center console, TMI seats, Dakota Digital gauges, and Vintage Air A/C. The interior mixes old-school charm (like window crank switches) with modern conveniences, plus dual transfer case handles.
With its towering ride height and commanding road presence, this 1972 Chevy Blazer looks like it’s a riot to drive, even if it’s not exactly confidence-inspiring at freeway speeds or in tight corners. But hey, in the end, it’s all about having a good time, isn’t it?
Check out the full feature video right here:
Comments
Noice! Looks like fun.
Nice, but……Looks like it could use some experimenting with the alignment settings. It shouldn’t be wandering that much, even with 37s.