Despite needing some work under the hood, this 1963 Chevrolet C10 pickup is attracting multiple bids at the moment, likely due to its incredibly original condition. It could even be speculated that the partially-disassembled engine works in its favor as perhaps the truck was parked for years awaiting a repair that never came, thus keeping it off the roads and safely squirreled away. Regardless of the history, the configuration alone was bound to be desirable to enthusiasts, featuring a short-box, stepside bed with under 80,000 original miles. Find it here on eBay where bidding is over $10K with no reserve.
You have to love the proportions of a truck like this, as it just seems like Chevrolet nailed it when designing it single-cab pickups. The Chevy sports nicely aged original paint, and it looks fantastic sitting on steel wheels with original hubcaps (not included). The seller notes it has been in long-term single-family ownership since new, and describes it as a 98 percent rust-free Alabama truck. The vulnerable areas, including the frame, cab supports, cab mounts, cab corners, rocker panels and above the windshield are all described as being rock-solid, truly impressive considering how many trucks of this vintage at least have some corrosion bubbling in the cab.
Other original details worth noting include the never-used spare tire, original shocks, radio delete plate, and factory lug and wrench still mounted under the seat. All doors and the tailgate close fine, and the seller notes the windows roll up an down with ease. The truck still wears its original paint, and the interior looks to be factory-spec as well. The original six-cylinder engine is described as being “partially disassembled” for a new head gasket, a job that evidently remains unfinished. The next owner will have the pleasure of sorting that out, but at least it’s a fairly straightforward job on an engine like this.
Take a look at those floors – how incredible is that? This is definitely a truck that never saw foul weather, and may have even been kept out of the rain when new. The seller mentions the range of possibilities for a truck like this, including an engine swap for a restomod-style build, but I hope it doesn’t come to that. The Chevy is far too original otherwise to see it go down the path of a modern-day hot rod build; but then again, the short-box design looks killer with custom paint and lowered suspensions. Whatever you do, this is the design that will always find admirers, so it seems like a safe bet to buy regardless of intent.
I would enjoy driving this around just like it is.
Needs a modern engine with a T56 transmission. Front disc brakes, lower the truck add Vintage Air. Leave paint and interior alone, keep the stock wheel’s and covers.
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If you buy it and want to do all that stuff that’s your choice, but
it doesn’t NEED any of that stuff. My family had a’66 when it was new and it will drive on the highway just fine as is…..
It doesn’t NEED anything other than the head gasket. It does not need to be MODERNIZED. That does NOTHING but take away from the originality of it!
Whatever. You must like to take classic meals and customize them like spaghetti and tofu balls, lasagna with pork and bean sauce or Thanksgiving Turkey stuffed with cottage cheese. To each his own
Beautiful. Slap a new bed floor in, clean it up and drive.
So, many great survivor pickups lately, but where all the Fords of this general era in similar condition?
Scrapped long ago
That’s a good point Eric. Pre-1965 Ford trucks are not easy to find. I currently have 2 1965 Ford trucks and have had a ’66 as well, but pre-’65’s are very hard to come by.
This is a beautiful truck.
Simple fact is that the Ford trucks did not hold up as well in that area…I am not saying that the Fords where Bad by any means, the truth is the Chevrolet’s really held up exceptionally well.
My aunt had one of these trucks. It was a nice pickup, I did a valve job on it for her when it was about ten years old. She had the 235 six cylinder with three on the tree.
Same color as this one. Had no extras like power steering or power brakes. Strictly basic transportation that could haul hay and feed for her horses and chickens.
God bless America
There so many things to like about this truck. Yes Chevy got it right with this truck. Just to mention a couple things that work for me; the shade of green shade of paint and the dog dish caps. Perhaps the solution to the problem of what direction to go with the truck, restore or restomod is for Chevrolet to make something like this again. No complicated electronics and all the technology doodads as standard features, just the basics with some options.
We can only wish…..I think the sheer amount of government regs probably prohibit something as simple as this ever being made again.
Seems like every handyman had one of these. I agree, fix it up and drive at is. hard to find in this condition. I am curious, almost 11 large and original hubcaps not included? Good luck, Nice truck for someone.
Stay safe and happy easter
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GPC
I think the eBay ad says it comes with three original hubcaps, the ones shown in the last pic…
Last year for that super curved windshield.
Now THAT is what I come here for ; a true BARN FIND !
It does not need to be rusty,covered in Bird Turd,and sitting in a dilapidated shed.
Who wouldn’t want one of these? This is about as good as it gets. Six cylinder and a 3 speed manual. I’d just take it, fix it and use it. I don’t even think I’d paint it because it would take away many good times. Just keep it on the road and have fun with it; that’s what the hobby is all about…
Nice little truck to fix up and leave in stock condition. But there’s no way on Earth I’d pay $10k + for it. This is a $5k truck, tops.
Maybe 15 years ago. Times have changed, clean trucks in this condition just aren’t out there anymore.
Still wouldn’t pay 10k for it. Might go up to 8, but that’s the limit for me.
Too bad someone is going to restomod a nice old truck, because I can assure you that will be its fate.
The market is saying $10k at the moment,I’m guessing 12 to 13 to take it,by closing tomorrow.I’m not prepared to add a couple grand in shipping costs,but would pony up 10 for it ,if it was in my neighbourhood.5K buys you a project,and a rough one at that.As for driving it as is-whatever floats your boat,but it won’t keep up with traffic,or be enjoyable to drive.This will minimize your actual usage which would be a shame.A cheap sbc,an automatic,or floor shift old school 4 speed,and improved brakes,would put you in the driver’s seat much more often !
The more I look at this one,the more impressed I am by the quality of the metal.
Five years ago I bought a ‘59 GMC half-ton for $5,300 that wasn’t a project. The cab corners are rust-free (dry eastern Washington weather), and it has been repowered with a stout 292, which is a big improvement. The only thing missing from the interior is the horn button. The doors need new weatherstripping, and I had to buy new tires, but other than that it needs nothing. It could use a new paint job, but I’m remodeling my house, so that’ll have to wait.
Recently sold one that is red and restored for $15K. Guess I should have asked for more.
We all do that Bob, it happens to the best of us!
This is the kind of find you dream about. If you think it is too much money you aren’t paying attention to the P/U market. This truck is a blank slate, for who ever buys it, I don’t think there is a right or wrong, other than what ever you choose, do it right, with respect to the truck. I personaly would upgrade the drive train, so it would be more fun to use, from experience with other trucks I have built, thats what I like. If you don’t ,so what it will still be a neat truck, just wish it was mine.
So all the pictures show the truck with fresh wheels and tires, but hidden in the description he tells you it will come with the tires and wheels it was found with. It’s a little bait and switch that is unnecessary and a little sketchy if you ask me.
He want’s to keep the hubcap’s ????