The fourth generation of the C/K of pickup series brought the Silverado nameplate into focus, and the truck we’ll talk about on this occasion is nothing short of a time capsule. Currently showing 19,372 miles (31,176 kilometers) on the clock, this C1500 from the 1993 model year also happens to be very plush thanks to Mark III Industries upgrades.
Modified once it left the dealership with a three-inch (76-mm) suspension lowering kit, the half-ton truck with a standard cab and rear-wheel drive currently rolls on Nitto NT555 G2 rubber shoes and 20- by 10-inch Foose Legend wheels. Teal Green Metallic paintwork complements the smoked headlamps, and the TruXedo Lo Pro soft roll-up tonneau cover protects a fully-carpeted bed.
“A great driver that can be enjoyed in any situation,” the Sportside Silverado further boasts Sony audio, cruise control, ice-cold air conditioning, Wieland leather, integrated lighting for the interior, as well as mahogany wood trim. The power windows, door locks, and rear window are worthy of your attention as well, along with discs up front and drums for the rear wheels.
Under the hood, the C1500 hides a 5.7-liter V8 with electronic fuel injection that cranks out 210 horsepower and 300 pound-feet (407 Nm) of torque. The small-block V8 is connected to a similarly old transmission in the guise of the 4Lxx automatic that spins a 10-bolt rear diff with 3.42 gears.
Listed on RK Motors Charlotte at $25,900 or $275 per month with 20 percent down over 96 months, the pickup is joined by original documentation and plenty of receipts. The window sticker, for example, lists factory options to the tune of $4,856 and a total price of $18,436. In today’s money, that sum would translate to $33,235 adjusted for inflation.
For reference, the most affordable Silverado 1500 for the 2021 model year starts at $28,900 before destination charge and discounts. Opting for the 5.3-liter V8 over the 4.3-liter V6 will add $1,790 to the price of the WT trim level.
After a 1:43 scale model of a Ferrari 250 GTO sparked Mircea's interest for cars when he was a kid, an early internship at Top Gear sealed his career path. He's most interested in muscle cars and American trucks, but he takes a passing interest in quirky kei cars as well. Full profile
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