I always thought that “Jimmy” was an unusual name for GMC’s version of Chevrolet’s K5 Blazer. I guess it works better than calling it a “GMC Jim”, though I suppose if it had been offered with a big-block engine, you could call it a “GMC James” but whatever the case, the Jimmy doesn’t appear all that often here on BF. Essentially the same as the K5 Blazer, this first year, 1970 Jimmy 4WD has undergone some modifications but it is a bit of a project too. Located in Hermitage, Tennessee, this early GMC SUV is available, here on eBay for a current bid of $12,100 with the reserve not yet met. Jonny gets the thanks for surfacing this tip!

At a distance, this Jimmy presents well, though, upon closer inspection, the faded finish and some rust are evident. The seller states, “Normal rust in lower quarter panel ( visible in pic), floor, rocker panels, and windshield frame“. I’m not sure what “normal rust” normally consists of, but that’s a lot of places! The red finish appears to be a clearcoat over base, with the clear coat peeling, and the seller tells us that this is a respray from the original code 506 Dark Olive hue. There are images of the underside included in the listing and the inner rockers are where the rust has manifested itself. Beyond that, there is a bit of scale on the frame rails and suspension components but no integrity issues are apparent. Completing the exterior picture are aluminum wheels of unknown origin.

This Jimmy is, unfortunately, a non-runner. It is in possession of a 383 CI “Stroker” V8 but whether it was built from the original 255 gross HP 350 CI motor is not disclosed. And my guess is no, as this engine appears to be a pre-1969 “short-pump” version. The seller adds, “Not running/driving due to lost interest in project. True mileage is unknown“. Clearly, a visual will tell part of the story as the radiator, fan, cooling hoses, etc. are missing. A Turbo-Hydramatic automatic transmission makes the transfer case connection to both the front and rear axles.

The interior could use some attention too. The carpet, which is badly faded, is torn right along with the black vinyl bucket seat upholstery. The dash and instrument panel look OK and nothing there seems to be amiss. This is an A/C equipped truck but the compressor is missing and what remains, i.e. the evaporator, condenser, and expansion valve, looks like they have been disconnected for a long time. Of note, and not mentioned, is the installed roll bar.

These, and the similar Chevrolet K5 Blazer, are popular with both collectors and drivers. So far, just four bids from four bidders have been tendered but if the reserve is reasonable, this one shouldn’t have a problem finding a new home. At least that’s my guess, what’s yours?