If the history of a car contains multiple mileage readings, our vehicle mileage check helps ensure buyers that no odometer rollbacks have occurred. The interior is in great shape. The new 1988 model trucks entered production December 8, 1986 at , , and the new plant. Classic Automobile Appraisal And Resource Guide. The redesign was revolutionary in appearance at the time, particularly the cab, departing from typical American pickup truck designs of the era. Diesel and ethanol versions were also sold, labeled as and A-20 respectively later models of the D-20 replaced the Perkins Q20B with a S4.
Whether you plan to drive it daily, test it off-road, pull your boat in tow or enter it in the next show, this Classic will fill the bill. Engines were a 160 hp 119 kW 4. A utility variant, known as the , was also introduced with a shorter wheelbase of 104 inches 2,642 mm. After design freeze, production development began in early 1984 and were introduced in April 1987 as 1988 models known as the platform. . TruckCabinFilter selectedCabinList, null ; truckCabinFilter.
But the model earned a reputation for being a less capable work vehicle than its predecessor. I love knowing parts are where they have been for many years. Along with the name change, came other major improvements and tweaks for the final model year of the conventional cab pickups. This was when the Big Three automakers were leading the way in the U. Fuel doors were added in 79 to the rest of the lineup, following the previous years change on models with a bed. The seller shall not be responsible for the correct description, authenticity, genuineness, or defects herein, and make no warranty in connection therewith. There is not a lot of maintenance required.
As my first full-sized truck, and also my first American-made vehicle, I immediately fell in love with every aspect of it including the size, the color, the V8 engine, the way he engine sounds, the power, and various amenities. Grill is dipped black to match the theme of the truck and the bottom half of the truck is also wrapped in matte black. This required a slight dashboard redesign to incorporate these airbags. My son drove it for a while when he was delivering pizzas. The only negative things about the 1998 Chevy C1500 we have experienced is the door latches and hinges. It has plenty of pick up and go.
Flexsteel seat, D Stereo, ighliner Headliner with speakers. It makes it kind of hard in winter to have a cold soda in the holder because it will get hot fast. Regardless of the type of four-wheel drive system equipped, all K-Series pickups featured four-corner Vari-Rate multi-leaf springs, front live axle with inline shock absorber geometry, and the Load Control rear suspension system. Doors, trunk and hood lines are laser straight and fit like a glove. This is a small issue for us considering the truck is almost 20 years old.
The 1987 models continued to be built at , , and. Most of the rubber and glass is new too and so are the dual exhaust and headers. Chrome front bumpers were now standard on base models. At first glance, the 1969 and 1970 grilles look very similar. The truck bed has new oak and chrome, with the sides of the bed lined and coated with a protector against scratches.
I didn't like way it looked so removed it but still have it on a shelf can easily be installed. The front and rear bumpers are new as well as the mud flaps. But that's besides the point. This truck is still rock solid with 300,000 miles and counting, original motor, transmission, everything but the alternater. I love knowing parts are where they have been for many years.
There are no surprises like that with the 1998 Chevy C1500. Cookies can be disabled by changing the settings on your browser. The name change is also found in the vehicle identification number. The new automatic locking differential was offered under the G86 code, replacing the Eaton NoSpin differential, and eventually replacing the old Positraction in 1974, at which point it assumed the G80 code. Every time I crank the truck and get on the road, the sound of the engine sends shivers of happiness down my spine, and I cannot get enough of it. DoorsFilter selectedDoorsList, null ; doorsFilter. A divot and adjustment screw was added to the inside of the door located above the door panel and near the vent window.