One of the dangers of pursuing a custom build is that the finished product is not as practical as its creator intended. That is not the case with this 1962 Chevrolet C-10 Pickup. Its exterior only hints at the changes under the skin, but these are not radical. It means that the new owner could consider utilizing the vehicle as an effective daily driver. However, lifting some aspects of its presentation would be straightforward if they wished to create something jaw-dropping. The Pickup is listed here on eBay in Silverhill, Alabama. Bidding sits below the reserve at $15,100 off the back of some solid action.

Chevrolet introduced its First Generation C/K truck range for the 1960 model year, with the vehicles remaining on showroom floors until 1966. This one emerged from the factory in 1962, and a brief glance suggests it is a tidy survivor. However, the wider steel wheels and dropped ride height indicate there is more to this classic than meets the eye. Its Semi-Gloss Black and White paint combination is tidy, with no significant flaws or defects beyond scratches on the tailboard upper edges. The paint cloaks exceptionally straight panels, which may indicate this Pickup has led a relatively sheltered existence. There are no signs of abuse or neglect and no evidence of rust. I quite like the look of this paint type and color combination. It won’t appeal to everyone, and changing it would be straightforward if that were the case. The frame and floors are rock-solid, and the prone lower cab corners are claimed to be original. The bed timber is weathered and beginning to split, and this might be the only thing I would change if this Chevy were to land in my workshop. I would find the idea of new timber and joining strips irresistible, as these would contrast the semi-gloss paint perfectly. The trim and glass look excellent, while the Red wheels with their trim rings and dog dish hubcaps hint that there could be surprises hiding under this Pickup’s skin.

The seller has followed a “tried and true” path with this C-10 build. The engine bay houses a 350ci V8, sending its power to the road via a four-speed 700R4 automatic transmission. Power steering will make driving less strenuous, while the lower ride height will improve handling. That last point is worthy of mention because the seller has taken a sensible approach. Slamming these vehicles until their bellies drag on the tarmac is easy, but this Chevy retains respectable ground clearance as a compromise. It will still clear gutters and speed humps, and with the rest of its mechanical configuration, I see no reason why the winning bidder could utilize this classic as a daily driver. The seller states they rebuilt the engine and transmission, ensuring the Pickup is in excellent health. Potential buyers should consider it a turnkey proposition.

The seller has done an excellent job refreshing this Pickup’s interior. The painted surfaces are spotless, the seat sports a new cover in Black and White vinyl to complement the exterior paint colors, and new carpet graces the floors. The only flaw worth mentioning is the missing horn button, but with high-quality reproductions retailing for under $100, addressing that shortcoming will be easy and cheap. The wheel wrap is a practical addition, as are the air conditioning, tilt wheel, and retro-style stereo. Chevrolet built the C-10 as a workhorse, and probably never imagined such a plush interior.

I admit I am quite taken by this 1962 Chevrolet C-10 Pickup and wouldn’t complain if it found its way into my workshop. I am not alone because it has attracted thirty-five bids with time remaining on the listing. The bid total and price will undoubtedly climb before the auction ends, and even if you aren’t actively participating, monitoring the action could be worthwhile. However, it may make this gem irresistible, leading you to join the bidding war. I wish you luck if you do.