1985 GMC SIERRA 2500 HIGH SIERRA HIGH SIERRA

Location: Phoenix, Arizona

Why It's Curated: This 1985 GMC Sierra 2500 High Sierra is for sale in Phoenix, Az. This Sierra 2500 represents an exceptional example of GM's heavy-duty pickup. This truck has undergone a comprehensive frame-off restoration that addresses every major component. The High Sierra trim was GMC's premium offering, featuring upgraded interior appointments and distinctive styling cues that set it apart from base models. The complete powertrain rebuild ensures the proven 350 small-block V8 and TH350 automatic transmission deliver like-new performance and reliability. The striking root beer metallic paint showcases professional bodywork, while the matching brown vinyl interior maintains period-correct authenticity. Arizona's dry climate has preserved the truck's structural integrity, allowing for a restoration that enhances rather than repairs rust damage. This Sierra exemplifies the build quality and attention to detail that made these square-body trucks legendary for their durability and timeless design.

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Model History: The 1985 GMC Sierra 2500 High Sierra represents the culmination of General Motors' legendary square-body truck design, a generation that defined American pickup aesthetics from 1973 to 1987. Introduced as part of GM's C/K truck platform, the Sierra distinguished itself from its Chevrolet counterpart through unique grille designs, trim details, and GMC's emphasis on commercial-grade durability. The High Sierra trim level positioned this truck as GMC's premium offering, featuring upgraded interior appointments, distinctive exterior badging, and enhanced comfort features that appealed to buyers seeking both capability and refinement. Built during an era when 3/4-ton trucks were engineered primarily for serious work duty, the 2500 series featured robust construction with heavy-duty suspension components, larger brakes, and strengthened drivetrain elements designed to handle substantial payload and towing demands. The 1985 model year significance extends beyond its position as the square-body's swan song, as it incorporated nearly fifteen years of refinements while maintaining the clean, purposeful styling that made these trucks timeless. Powered by the proven 350 cubic-inch small-block V8, these Sierras delivered reliable performance with parts availability that remains excellent today. The square-body generation's influence on truck design cannot be overstated—its clean lines, functional proportions, and honest construction established the template for American pickup trucks that persists in modern designs. For collectors, 1985 represents the most refined iteration of this iconic platform, combining mature engineering with the distinctive GMC character that differentiated it from more common Chevrolet variants, making well-preserved examples increasingly valuable as the last representatives of an era when trucks prioritized substance over style.

Vehicle Details:
Year: 1985
Make: GMC
Model: SIERRA 2500 HIGH SIERRA
Trim: HIGH SIERRA
Drive: Rear Wheel Drive
Miles: 11,456
Mileage Verification: True Miles Unknown
Fuel Type: Gasoline
Transmission: Automatic
Number of Forward Gears: 3
Engine: 350 CI
Exterior Color: ROOTBEER
Interior Color: BROWN
State of Registration: ARIZONA
Vehicle Location: Phoenix
VIN: Available Upon Request
Title: Clean

Details:

Engine & Transmission:
ENGINE & TRANSMISSION FULLY REBUILT

Drivetrain, Suspension, Tires & Brakes:

Wheel Size and Offset: 16'
Tire Brand, Model, and Size: GOODYEAR

Exterior & Interior:
FULL BODY RESTORATION AND PAINT

Vinyl interior
Working Heat: Yes
Working Air Conditioning: Yes

Other Notable Features or Functions:

RUNS LIKE NEW!! 

Mechanical, Rust, Cosmetic Known Flaws:
ZERO FLAWS - FULL POWERTRAIN AND BODY RESTORATION