PATINA PERFECTION:
Rust-Free '84 C10 Short Bed (5.3 LS / 4L60E)
RUST-FREE TEXAS SHORT BED |
5.3L VORTEC LS POWER |
4L60E OVERDRIVE |
DAKOTA DIGITAL VHX DASH |
HOT ROD BLACK PATINA |
MODERN RELIABILITY MEETS ICONIC SQUAREBODY STYLE
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**FULL YOUTUBE VIDEO (ENGINE START, VEHICLE DRIVE, ETC)** -
https://youtu.be/TRs6TLEx86g
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They say you shouldn't judge a book by its cover, but this turnkey, rust-free Texas 1984 Chevrolet C10 is the exception to the rule.
While the 'Hot Rod Black' patina tells a story of a rugged Texas shop truck, the real beauty lies just beneath the surface.
Pop the hood, and you’ll find one of the cleanest LS-swaps in Houston.
Built to be a daily driver or a weekend cruiser, this truck has been upgraded with top-shelf components including a 5.3L LM7 V8 wired with professional-grade BP Automotive components and finished with ICT Billet jewelry separating it from your average budget LS swap.
It’s a truck built for the person who values a worry-free 'Sleeper' that looks as mean as it sounds.
MODERN MUSCLE
While the exterior says "Classic Workhorse," the engine bay tells a story of modern engineering. The fuel-injected 5.3L LM7 Vortec V8 was installed with a "no-expense-spared" mindset toward reliability. It features a BP Automotive Gen 3 standalone harness—the gold standard for wiring—and a Holley OEM-style EFI fuel module for turn-key starting every single time. Finished with ICT Billet brackets and an aluminum radiator with dual electric fans, this cooling system is built to handle Houston summers without breaking a sweat.
THE COCKPIT
Inside, the nostalgia remains, but the technology is cutting-edge. You’ll find the original plush classic bench seat, showing an honest "work truck" patina that matches the exterior. The star of the show is the Dakota Digital VHX Analog/Digital cluster, providing crystal-clear, modern precision while maintaining a timeless look. Modern conveniences aren't forgotten; the power windows have been fully serviced and zip up and down with ease.
READY FOR ACTION
This C10 sits with an authoritative stance on brand-new Goodyear Wrangler TrailRunner AT tires. It’s a truck that sounds as mean as it looks, thanks to a custom straight-pipe exhaust that delivers a deep, low rumble. With the A/C system already 90% plumbed with a Sanden 508 compressor and new lines, this truck is one small step away from being the ultimate year-round daily driver.
DRIVETRAIN & PERFORMANCE:
•Engine: Engine: 5.3L LM7 Vortec V8 (~120k miles on motor / 283 miles since swap)
•Transmission: 4L60E 4-Speed Automatic
•Fueling: Holley 12-308 OEM-Style EFI Module
•Wiring: BP Automotive Gen 3
•Cooling: Aluminum Radiator | Dual Electric Fans | LS1 Water Pump
•Exhaust: Straight pipe with chrome tips
INTERIOR & TECH:
•Gauges: Dakota Digital VHX Analog/Digital Cluster (Fully functional)
•Interior: Original classic plush cloth bench (shows age/tears, carries original patina)
•Power Windows: Fully functional and fast
•A/C Ready: Features ICT Billet brackets, Sanden 508 compressor, and new condenser/lines.
BODY & STANCE:
•Chassis: Short Bed on stock height
•Paint: Custom "Hot Rod Black" matte finish
•Rust: ZERO RUST. Rock-solid Texas sheet metal.
•Tires: Brand New Goodyear Wrangler TrailRunner ATs with HOWARE lug kit
DISCLOSURES & TERMS
•Mechanical Status: Truck runs and drives strong. The Check Engine Light is currently off, but may trigger due to deleted O2 sensors in the straight-pipe setup; it requires a software "delete tune" to clear permanently.
•A/C System: The system is 90% complete. It will require a compressor swap, a professional line flush, and a refrigerant charge to function.
•Payment: CASH ONLY. No trades, no payment plans, and no cashier's checks.
•Sale Terms: This vehicle is sold AS-IS, WHERE-IS, with NO warranties expressed or implied. All sales are final.
