Whereas not as commodious as most pickups which are kicking round, as we speak’s Good Worth or No Cube K1500’s step-side mattress and commonplace cab actually supply a tidier look and simpler parkability. Let’s see if it’s simpler on the pockets too.
They are saying the satan’s within the particulars, and relating to complicated and pricy-to-repair automobiles like yesterday’s 1987 Porsche 928 S4, these particulars have been manyfold. One element that didn’t slip previous was the automobile’s computerized transmission, and whereas it was extra of a GT than an out-and-out sports activities automobile, a number of of you took situation with that. A number of extra took situation with the automobile’s $18,995 value. Hmm, perhaps the 2 points have been associated? In the long run, you all issued a stern 56 p.c No Cube loss to the Porsche.
Contemplating yesterday’s outcomes, let’s simply be aware on the outset that as we speak’s 1997 Chevy K1500 pickup can be an computerized. On this truck’s case, although, that’s most likely a plus because it sports activities 4WD and a 5.0 Vortec V8 on both facet.
All that, added to the truck’s barely raised stance and comparatively quick wheelbase ought to make it pretty adept at mild off-roading. The overhang of the mattress signifies that it could not have a sufficiently accommodating departure angle for the difficult stuff.
Plus, this truck appears to be like too good to get all scraped and dinged up. The step-side mattress is a reasonably uncommon little bit of equipment and for what it offers up in area it makes up for in model and step-ability. The usual cab can be restricted in area when in comparison with a extra frequent membership or crew cab, however there’s one thing that’s simply so proper in regards to the model.
That model is backed up by the truck’s situation. Whereas the advert notes 186,000 miles on the clock, the crimson paint, silver manufacturing facility alloys, and all of the trim suggest quite a bit much less. Amazingly, the inside seems to be in likewise situation, with grey mouse fur upholstery, carpet, and plastics that every one look to be in nice form. Humorously, whereas an aftermarket Kenwood stereo sits on the high of the sprint, the unique—and separate—CD participant stays down under that.
In accordance with the advert, the truck “runs glorious.” The L30 Vortec V8 making for that excellence provides 230 horsepower and 285 lb-ft of torque. Not stellar numbers, however once more, this isn’t a truck that’s more likely to be doing lots of heavy lifting.
As a extra modest weekend employee, it must be simply tremendous, nevertheless. The vendor notes that each the warmth and the A/C are in working order and the truck comes with such niceties as energy home windows and locks, cruise management, and that additional CD participant.
Add-ons appear to be restricted to a Magnaflow exhaust system and a bedliner, the latter being a brand new addition. A clear title closes out the truck’s main sights.
The vendor has set a $12,500 asking value for the truck and says they are going to ship it wherever within the nation. What do you suppose, is it value calling the transporter? Or, at $12,995, has that ship already sailed?
You resolve!
Phoenix, Arizona, Craigslist, or go right here if the advert disappears.
H/T to Paul T. for the hookup!
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