- Seller: Luther P
- Location: Coeur d’Alene
- Mileage: 19,653 Shown
- Chassis #: 1G8CT1886E0127854
- Title Status: Clean
- Engine: 2.8 V6
- Transmission: 5-Speed
Sometimes, an excellent original condition popular classic turns up, and that is the case here with this 1984 Chevy S-10 Blazer 4×4. The odometer currently shows just 19,653 miles, which has rolled over, but it has a fresh factory dealer installed 2.8L V6 crate engine and is wearing its original paint. It doesn’t feel like it was that long ago that these S-10 based SUVs were everywhere, but most of them are long gone. Somehow, this example managed to avoid excessive use and a rough life. It’s located in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho, and is being offered here as a Barn Finds auction!
The S-10 Blazer was based on Chevy’s new for 1981 S-10 pickup truck. After seeing the success of small import trucks, Chevrolet and GMC needed a truck that could compete. The S-10 replaced the LUV, which was built by Isuzu and imported to North America. Unlike the LUV, the S-10 was manufactured in the United States, although Chevrolet would continue to offer Isuzu 4-cylinder engines in some early S-10s. A wide range of options was available, and this example is well-equipped. It received the 2.8 liter V6, 5-speed manual transmission, 4-wheel drive, A/C, power steering, power brakes, and the Tahoe package.
A look at the inside and we find a tidy interior. The cloth seats present nicely, the dash is in good condition, and the door panels look great. The seller notes that the headliner is sagging in a few spots. The only item that looks out of place is the modern stereo, but chances are it’s a welcome upgrade for most.
The 2.8 V6 was the top engine offered in ’84. It was rated at 115 horsepower and 150 ft-lbs of torque. With a curb weight just a little over 3k pounds, it’s plenty to keep up in modern traffic. The 5-speed manual should also increase the fun factor. Next to the gear lever, we find the controls for the 4-wheel drive system and what appears to be an aftermarket center console.
The S-10 Blazer received the nickname Baby Blazer; the K5 Blazer was still in production when these debuted. Although they share some similar design elements, they are very different vehicles. The S-10 Blazer 4×4 is surprisingly capable and was targeted at buyers who wanted something more compact. This example looks to be in great overall condition, and the seller has provided ample photos and a driving video to study. This S-10 Blazer is a very clean example that is ready to enjoy. So be sure to bid below and leave any questions you have for the seller in the comment section.
Bid On This Auction
Oroville1980 bid $3,350.00 2024-10-09 10:52:45
Abrink bid $3,250.00 2024-10-09 09:24:16
Tim F bid $3,000.00 2024-10-08 15:13:03
Alvin Kreuzer bid $2,000.00 2024-10-03 10:48:04
Robert bid $1,500.00 2024-10-03 10:40:33- Alvin Kreuzer bid $1,000.00 2024-10-03 09:49:00
Thats a nifty little rig. someone kept it up over its 40 years life. Most these were turned into hunting rigs and for good reason. Nice to see one in such great original shape.
Got that right Van 🦌 🎣 🏕
What a tidy unit, love the 5sp stick w 4wd.
Howard probably approves too 💁♂️
Just an added note: Tires are new as is the clutch, and brakes were recently refreshed. We took it on a 600 mile road trip and the cruise control also is working. With the 5 speed cruising at highway speeds is easy and getting up and down our local mountain passes was great. Really and excellent driving and capable blazer.
Looks like an honest survivor. The 2.8 is a dog, but that doesn’t matter if the goal is a cool little weekend runaround.
2.8. Full stop. Turn around and walk away.
I had a S10 with the same package, it worked just fine, unless you want a dragster.
Put a LS in it please
Buy it and put a LS in it
Or a 4.3
I had a ’86 with the 4.3, great little truck and it would fly!
I had a 1985, same red, automatic, plaid interior, aluminum wheels. The 2.8 is a dog but a work horse, mine kept going for over 100,000 miles without any issues until someone stole it and totaled it. It was a great vehicle. The 5 speed would help a lot.
You are correct David, the 5spd with the 2.8v6 will get you anywhere! It does great on the highway at highway speeds thank you very much and has decent towing power-maybe not for your 25ft toy hauler, but your going to use a big rig for that sorta thing anyways. These Blazer s10’s were designed for more lightweight nimble maneuvers and with the 4wd made for the perfect fit for that segment. Hence 4×4 of the year. Its great outfitted exactly as it is.
I don’t hate the 2.8, I had an S10 5spd with one. My opinion, opinion as I said, 2.8 is okay in small towns and highways. Were this mine or if I ever get another one. I would replace it even with a mid to late 70s 350 V8. Even with the 350 being a smog motor and even bone stock 2bbl carb it would be more suitable for the elevation I live in and the fact that I do a lot of freeway driving. I don’t expect a stock S10 Blazer to be the ultimate speed machine and anyone that would drive one that way is an idiot just waiting for a rollover. Same with a Bronco ll. In certain cases, even though the 2.8 is a decent engine, it just doesn’t have the power or torque to cut the mustard.
Curb weight over 3000pounds powered by a puny 2.8 115 horse sick dog V6.I I owned a 84 S10 blazer with the 4.3 V6 . Now that 4.3 was a tree stump pulling work horse with loads of torque . 2.6 no thanks.
Don’t care for the 2.8? Remember that there was a 4-cylinder as standard equipment. Neither were fast but the stick will keep you busy. Clean little truck. Pretty typical features for 40 years ago.
This is a REAL Blazer back when GM was dominant and could nail a market segment. Too bad GM does not come out with a modern day version of this instead of CUV after CUV. They would sell a lot.
I’m curious of what GM deleted on the 2.8 that resides in it now.
I have an ’84 2.8l 5 spd 2wd S10 Blazer. If the 2.8l goes south, I’ll put a 2.8 right back in.
You’re fond of the 2.8 huh? I had a low miles S10 2wd 2.8 V6 and 5spd. I can say it was a bad engine but it wasn’t very impressive either. Especially when you used the a/c. I never carried any heavy loads and I didn’t not expect or try to treat it like a hot rod. It probably would have been fine in a smaller town but on Phoenix AZ freeways and especially the on ramps it’s dog eat dog. I can say the S10 kept me VERY alert to merging into traffic.
Leaving it as original as I can. More torque everywhere would be great.
I’m curious about the A/C…there’s a compressor under the hood, but the controls on the dash are for a non-A/C car?
A/C yes its there and works ;-) The blue button on the dash turns it on. It is added by a Chevy dealer so its correct for the blazer. Thanks
Aye carumba! 1st, where did this come from? Something sure is goofy with the site. I’m clearly a regular, and would have noticed this. Settle in,,
After my, um, “experience” with my ’78 Cherokee, I decided to up the ante, with a S-10 Blazer. Right size, 4×4, perfect for my rural location and my ex’s weekly visits to Milwaukee. Previously, I picked up a ’84 Cherokee, that the motor blew on the way home,( luckily got my money back) then went with a ’84 Blazer like this, only white. First off, the 2.8 carb model was a gutless thing. The vehicle itself was a nice truck, but couldn’t withstand the rigors of my ex-wife, and went through 2 motors. I had a 3rd planned, but by then rust had settled in. The replacement for the Blazer was a 1980 full size Bronco, that survived everything that woman threw at it. The 4.3 was a much better motor, but this started it all.
Seller,
Try again in a few months.
I bought a new ‘84 Celebrity wagon with the 2.8 V6, FWD. That motor was actually peppy in that car but at 80,000 miles the mains went. I was told a new motor in the box would be the exact copy. I said no thanks and I bought a new Taurus wgn that went for 190,000 easily. Not a big Ford fan but I had good luck with two of these in a row. In ‘88 I bought a low mileage ‘85 S10 Blazer, 2.8 V6 4×4 AOD 3.73 (?). I loved this truck even though it struggled to pull my 14’ Lund boat around our MN lake country and I drove it 160,000 miles. It threw a rod then and that was it. In talking to my mechanic friends I was told if the 2.8 made it past 80,000 miles it probably would go the distance which is what I experienced.
Safety Tip: Do NOT be overzealous when shifting into 3rd gear because you will absolutely crush your knuckles against the dashboard. You will see stars and you will want to cry.