1971 Chevrolet K20 Custom

Location: Priest River, Idaho

Why It's Curated: This 1971 Chevrolet K20 Custom is for sale in Priest River, Id. This classic pickup is one of our favorite '70s truck designs, in our favorite color combination. Featuring the desirable 4x4 drivetrain and robust 350 V8 engine paired with a proper 4-speed manual transmission. What sets this K20 apart is its comprehensive full restoration, bringing this 53-year-old workhorse back to exceptional condition while maintaining its authentic character. The striking blue and white two-tone exterior showcases the meticulous attention to detail throughout the restoration process. With all recent maintenance completed and functional heating system, this truck is ready for both weekend adventures and daily driving duties. The K20's heavy-duty 3/4-ton platform and proven drivetrain combination make it an ideal choice for collectors seeking a capable vintage truck that can handle real work while delivering the unmistakable presence of Chevrolet's iconic era.

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Model History: The 1971 Chevrolet K20 emerged during a pivotal moment in American truck evolution, representing the final year of Chevrolet's second-generation C/K series before the iconic square-body redesign. Built on GM's robust 3/4-ton platform, the K20 4x4 variant featured the company's proven New Process 203 transfer case and independent front suspension system that set it apart from competitors like Ford's F-250. The Custom trim level positioned this truck as a premium offering, bridging the gap between utilitarian work vehicle and personal transportation. Chevrolet's engineering team had refined the K20's chassis dynamics by 1971, incorporating lessons learned from military contracts and commercial applications to create a truck that could handle serious payload demands while maintaining reasonable on-road manners. The K20's significance lies in its role as the last of the "rounded-line" trucks before Chevrolet's revolutionary 1973 redesign transformed the pickup landscape. Its body-on-frame construction, featuring a separate cab and bed design, represented decades of proven truck-building philosophy that prioritized durability over refinement. The 4x4 system, while primitive by modern standards, offered genuine off-road capability that made these trucks invaluable for ranchers, contractors, and outdoor enthusiasts. Today, the 1971 K20 stands as a bridge between the utilitarian trucks of the 1960s and the more sophisticated square-body generation that followed, making it particularly desirable among collectors who appreciate its honest, no-nonsense approach to truck design and its position as the end of an era in Chevrolet's truck lineage.

Vehicle Details:
Year: 1971
Make: Chevrolet
Model: K20
Trim: Custom
Drive: 4 x 4
Miles: 110,000
Mileage Verification: Actual Miles
Fuel Type: Gasoline
Transmission: Manual (3 pedals)
Number of Forward Gears: 4
Engine: 350 V8
Exterior Color: Blue/White
Interior Color: Black
State of Registration: ID
Vehicle Location: Priest River
VIN: Available Upon Request
Title: Clean

Details:

Drivetrain, Suspension, Tires & Brakes:

Wheel Size and Offset: 255
Tire Brand, Model, and Size: Yokohama

Exterior & Interior:
Full restoration

Working Heat: Yes 
Working Air Conditioning: No

Recent Maintenance:
All maintenance just performed.