This 1984 Chevrolet C10 Silverado comes with an interesting backstory, having spent many years protected from the elements in an Indiana barn. The seller located this classic, working through a sympathetic revival to return it to its rightful place on our roads. It has 23,000 miles on its odometer, with its originality extending to its tires. The time has come for the C10 to write a new chapter in its story, with the seller listing it here on eBay in Sarasota, Florida. Bidding sits at $10,101, and with No Reserve to confuse issues, a new home is beckoning this classic Pickup.

This C10 has a story to tell, and it is one of a vehicle that was cherished by its original owner. He purchased the vehicle from Hubbard Chevrolet, located in Monticello, Indiana. Although leased to his business, he utilized the vehicle as his personal driver until it had 23,000 miles on the clock. When he passed away, his son placed the C10 into dry storage but it was occasionally started and driven on the farm to keep the fluids flowing. The seller recently pulled the Pickup from its barn, cleaning it thoroughly to return it to the state it was in when initially parked. The results justified the effort because the Silver Metallic and Apple Red paint proved to be in excellent condition beneath the layer of dust. I can spot a couple of minor imperfections, but those are acceptable considering the vehicle’s history. What this classic lacks is penetrating rust. The storage environment must have been close to ideal because this survivor is as solid as the day it left the showroom. The seller holds receipts verifying that the hoist and tailgate were added in 1987, although reversing those changes would be very straightforward. The trim is in excellent condition, and the original tinted glass is crystal clear. One astounding fact is that not only are the 15″ Rally wheels perfect but they are wrapped in the original tires.

The Window Sticker confirms that the first owner wasn’t afraid to splash his cash when ordering this C10 Silverado. He equipped the interior with air conditioning, Burgundy cloth trim, cruise control, a tilt wheel, a quartz clock, a sliding rear window, factory mats, and an AM/FM radio/cassette player. This Pickup’s interior is as impressive as the exterior. The seller removed the dealer-installed slipcover for the listing photos, revealing that the original cloth seatcover is in as-new condition. The rest of the trim presents exceptionally well, the dash and pad are excellent, and there are no aftermarket additions. The interior is about more than mere looks, with the seller confirming that everything works as it should.

Chevrolet introduced the 6.2-liter Detroit Diesel V8 to the C/K model range in 1982, and this Pickup features that powerplant under the hood. The first owner teamed it with a four-speed automatic transmission, a front stabilizer bar, and heavy-duty rear springs. The company’s sales brochure quotes power and torque figures of 130hp and 240 ft/lbs, and while both figures sound modest, the fact that the torque peaks low in the engine’s rev range makes it ideal to power this classic. This Pickup comes with significant documentation tracing its history to Day One, meaning that the odometer reading is confirmed. Its originality extends beyond the numbers-matching drivetrain to its factory hose clamps and spare tire. The tires are the only aspect of this classic that worries me because these often deteriorate with age. However, with no evidence of rot or cracks, they might be okay for limited use. Potential buyers can consider this C10 as a turnkey proposition that runs and drives as nicely as it did in 1984.

I admire the seller because it would have been easy and tempting to “go for broke” when reviving this 1984 Chevrolet C10 Silverado. Returning it to showroom condition would have been straightforward, but they elected to preserve its history. They resisted the urge to achieve perfection, returning it to the state it would have been in the day it drove into the barn, protecting the Pickup as a genuine survivor. It has attracted sixteen bids, and with the view and Watch List figures equally healthy, it appears those willing to vote with their wallets approve of the seller’s approach. It will be fascinating to learn the final price because I think there could be some way to go before the hammer falls. What would you be prepared to pay to park this C10 in your garage?