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1968 Chevrolet C10

$79,495

Vehicle Details

Make

Chevrolet

Model

C10

Year

1968

Mileage

1,600 miles

VIN

WAR6833

Body Type

Pickup Truck

Transmission

Automatic

Fuel Type

Gasoline

Engine

502 BIG BLOCK

Description

1968 Chevrolet C10 Custom Pickup For Sale
502 Big Block V8 * Frame-Off Restoration * Overdrive Automatic * Vintage Air * 1,600 Miles
Beautiful Frame-Off Restoration with 502 Cubic Inch Big Block Power!
This stunning 1968 Chevrolet C10 Pickup combines classic Chevrolet truck styling with serious big-block performance and modern driving comforts. Finished in an elegant silver exterior with a contrasting custom red interior, this beautifully restored C10 features a powerful 502 cubic inch crate V8, an automatic overdrive transmission, four-wheel disc brakes, and Vintage Air climate control. With approximately 1,600 miles driven since completion of its frame-off restoration, this truck offers an attractive combination of classic looks, modern upgrades, and low mileage on the build.

Engine & Drivetrain
Under the hood is a Chevrolet 502 cubic inch crate V8, delivering the kind of big-block power and unmistakable character that makes a custom C10 so desirable. The engine is paired with an automatic transmission featuring overdrive, providing a more relaxed driving experience at highway speeds than a traditional three-speed automatic. Mechanical Highlights:
Chevrolet 502 CI big-block crate V8
Automatic transmission with overdrive
Four-wheel disc brakes
Custom lowered stance
US Mags custom wheels
Approximately 1,600 miles since restoration
Exterior - Classic Styling with a Custom Touch
The silver finish complements the clean, timeless body lines of Chevrolet's second- generation C10 pickup.

The truck retains its classic regular-cab, long-bed configuration, with smooth body panels, chrome bumpers, and a beautifully coordinated custom appearance. Its lowered stance and polished US Mags wheels give the truck a modern street rod look without sacrificing the recognizable styling of the original 1968 Chevrolet. Exterior Features:
Attractive silver exterior finish
Full frame-off restoration
Classic Chevrolet C10 long-bed body
Lowered custom stance
Polished US Mags wheels
Chrome bumpers and exterior trim
Clean, finished pickup bed
Approximately 1,600 miles on the completed build
The truck presents beautifully, with a simple, understated appearance that allows the classic Chevrolet body lines to stand out.

Interior - Custom Red Upholstery & Modern Comfort
Inside, the C10 features a striking custom red interior that provides an excellent contrast to the silver exterior. The cabin has been upgraded with custom Ultraleather upholstery, giving it a refined appearance while retaining the straightforward character of a vintage Chevrolet pickup. Vintage Air climate control adds a welcome modern convenience, making this truck more comfortable for warm-weather cruising.

Interior Highlights:
Custom red Ultraleather upholstery
Vintage Air climate control
Automatic transmission
Custom restored interior
Classic pickup styling with modern comfort upgrades
Frame-Off Restoration
This C10 has undergone a complete frame-off restoration, with attention given to both its appearance and mechanical upgrades. According to the seller, the underside is as clean as the exterior, reflecting the effort invested throughout the restoration. With fewer than 2,000 miles accumulated since completion, the truck has seen relatively limited use following its build.

Vehicle Highlights
1968 Chevrolet C10 Custom Pickup
Full frame-off restoration
Chevrolet 502 cubic inch big-block crate engine
Automatic overdrive transmission
Approximately 1,600 miles since restoration
Beautiful silver exterior
Custom red Ultraleather interior
Vintage Air climate control
Four-wheel disc brakes
Polished US Mags wheels
Lowered street rod stance
Clean, detailed undercarriage reported
Classic long-bed pickup configuration
Registration & Ownership Documentation
The truck is offered with a bill of sale and current Connecticut registration. A separate certificate of title is not included. Connecticut generally does not require titles for vehicles more than 20 model years old.

Prospective buyers should confirm the registration and ownership-transfer requirements in their home state before purchasing. A Beautifully Built Big Block C10
This 1968 Chevrolet C10 offers the classic appeal of a vintage American pickup with the added excitement of a massive 502 cubic inch V8 and the convenience of an automatic overdrive transmission. Its frame-off restoration, striking silver-and-red color combination, upgraded braking system, Vintage Air, and custom wheels make it an appealing choice for collectors and enthusiasts seeking a well-equipped classic truck.

A sharp-looking, big-block-powered 1968 Chevrolet C10 with approximately 1,600 miles on its restoration, ready for its next owner to enjoy!
For Sale By Owner Located In Danbury, CT 06810
Trim: Restomod Pickup For Sale
Options: Premium Sound System, Leather Interior Surface

Classic Chevrolet C10 Buyer's Guide

Full guide

Robert Halloran

Classic Trucks

1960–1987

~4 min read

Updated Apr 2026

Complete buying guide for classic Chevrolet C10 pickups (1960-1987). Generation breakdown, frame inspection essentials, common issues by year, restomod vs original valuation, and current market prices.

This guide covers

✓ 10-point inspection checklist

✓ Common issues & what to avoid

✓ In-person inspection guide

✓ Market pricing by year & condition

✓ 5 FAQs answered

✓ History & fun facts

Read the Full C10 Buyer's Guide

Chevrolet C10 Market Overview

Based on 233 Chevrolet C10 listings currently on ClassicCarsArena.com

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$29,453

Avg. Asking Price

1953–1995

Year Range

Price Position on Our Site - Above Average

This car: $79,495

Low: $700 High: $104,995

Transmission Distribution

Automatic 64% ◄

Manual 22%

Condition Distribution

Excellent 10%

Good 19%

Fair 7%

Poor 1%

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Classic Chevrolet C10 Buyer's Guide

The Chevrolet C10 is the most popular classic American truck on the road today, and that popularity has driven values up considerably over the last decade. Whether you're after a clean 1967-1972 short-bed Fleetside or a square-body restomod, this guide will help you spot the good, the bad, and the cleverly disguised.

What to Check Before Buying

✓

Inspect frame rails under cab , Use flashlight and screwdriver. Stab gently at boxed sections. Solid metal resists; rotted metal flakes.

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Pull floor mats and check floor pans , Both driver and passenger sides. Look for filler over rust holes, common shortcut by previous owners.

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Examine cab corner rust , Visible from inside through kick panels. Rust here often migrates upward into the door hinge area.

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Look at cowl drain area , Where windshield meets firewall. Plugged drains rot the cowl from inside out. Big repair if rotten.

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Lift bed if possible , Inspect bed floor, bed sides, and bed support crossmembers. New paint hides damage; lift it up.

✓

Check engine block stamps and casting numbers , Verify if the engine claimed (350, 396, 454) matches what's actually installed. Casting numbers identify year and displacement.

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Verify transmission and rear axle , Stamps and tags identify original equipment. Important for documented original-condition claims.

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Test all gauges and electrical , Wire gauge issues are common. Verify oil pressure, temperature, fuel level, alternator. Check headlights, marker lights, interior lights.

✓

Drive on highway and on backroads , Listen for rear differential whine, transmission slip on shifts, brake pulsation, steering wander. Drive at least 30 minutes.

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Document with photos before purchase , Photo every panel, frame rail, engine bay, undercarriage, and tag/stamp. Build the case before you wire money.

Common Issues

C10 trucks rust in predictable places. Lower cab corners, behind the rear wheels, the cab mount points to the frame, and the bed floor are all classic rust zones. The cab corner rust often hides behind cosmetic patches, always remove the kick panels and look up into the corner from underneath. Frame rust is the silent killer. The frame rails directly under the cab can rot from the inside out, especially on trucks that lived in salt-belt states. Check the boxed frame sections with a hammer or screwdriver, solid steel rings, rotten metal flakes. Mechanically, C10s are dead-simple, that's part of their appeal. The 250 inline-six, the 305 small block, and the 350 small block are all bulletproof. The Saginaw and Muncie manuals and the TH350/TH400 automatics are equally robust. The leaks and tired components on most surviving trucks are easy fixes, but compounded leaks can mean a tired engine that needs a refresh.

What to Look For

Two things matter most when shopping a C10: the frame and the cab. Everything else is replaceable. The frame should be solid, especially through the section directly under the cab and at the cab mount points. A flashlight under the truck is mandatory. Don't trust shiny paint on the frame, fresh paint can hide flake rust. The cab is the second non-negotiable. Cab corners can be replaced (they're a reproduction part you can buy for $200), but a totally rusted cab base is a job that justifies finding a different truck. Lift the floor mat, pull the kick panels, and look at the floor pans. Patch panels welded sloppily over rotten metal is a 'restoration' that's actually a re-rotting in slow motion. For square-body C10s (1973-1987), look closely at the cowl seam where the windshield base meets the firewall. Water collects there and rots both downward into the cab and forward into the firewall. This is one of the more expensive repairs on this generation.

Price Guide

C10 prices have moved dramatically since 2018. A driver-quality 1967-1972 short-bed Fleetside small-block runs $28,000-$48,000 today, with show-quality examples hitting $60,000-$95,000. Long-bed Fleetside trucks are $8,000-$15,000 less than equivalent short-beds, they're slower to appreciate but offer the most truck for the money. Square-body C10s (1973-1987) have been the breakout segment of the last five years. A clean 1981-1987 short-bed Silverado runs $22,000-$45,000, with restomods (LS-swapped, modern wheels, air ride) commanding $50,000-$95,000. Step-side beds are slightly less popular than Fleetsides but uniquely characterful. Project trucks (running but rough) start around $8,000-$15,000. Stripped frame-up restoration candidates can be had for $3,500-$7,000, but be honest about what the restoration will cost, $30,000-$60,000 is realistic before you're done with paint and interior.

Did You Know?

The 1967 C10 introduced the curved windshield that became the signature design element of the second-generation truck. Before 1967, all GM trucks had flat glass. The 'short-bed' versus 'long-bed' distinction comes down to wheelbase: 115 inches for short-beds, 127 inches for long-beds. The short-bed Fleetside is the most desirable configuration in today's collector market by a wide margin. The term 'square-body' for the 1973-1987 generation didn't exist when the trucks were new, it's a nickname adopted by enthusiasts in the 2000s and 2010s when this generation entered the collector market.

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