1978 Chevrolet C/K

1978 Chevrolet K10 Cheyenne Short Bed 4x4 for Sale in Olympia, WA 98501

 4-Speed Manual – Original Owner

 

Offered for sale is this 1978 Chevrolet CK K10 Cheyenne short box pickup, a ½-ton, 4-wheel-drive truck that has remained with its original owner since new. This is a solid, well-documented classic square-body that has seen thoughtful upgrades and long-term ownership.

 

Drivetrain & Mechanical:

Rebuilt 350 V8 (installed in 2018 at 154,921 miles)

4-speed manual transmission with floor shifter

Manual floor-mounted transfer case shifter

4-wheel drive with manual front locking hubs

Heavy-duty cooling system

Dual exhaust

Power steering

Trailer brake controller

Auxiliary fuel tanks (16 ga x 2)

 

Exterior & Body:

Short bed pickup

Blue exterior

Spray-on bed liner.

Hardtop bed cover

Hidden tow receiver behind rear license plate

Shield plates under vehicle.

Front tow hooks

Sliding rear window

Newer custom headlights & fog lights

4 mag wheels (installed in 2011)

Original 5 rally wheels included if asking price is met.

 

Interior & Features:

Black interior

Upgraded leather bench seat.

Tilt steering wheel.

Tachometer and full gauge set (including amp & volt)

Add-on AM/FM radio

Intermittent windshield wipers

Black dash cover

Updated door panels

 

Ownership, Storage & History:

Stored outdoors from 1978–2005

Stored outdoors under cover since 2005.

Painted in 2005 at approximately 151,000 miles

Bed liner installed

Cab pads replaced during bodywork

 

In 2011 (154,636 miles) the truck was repainted and customized:

New front grille

Fog lights and newer headlights

Leather seat installed

Hardtop bed cover added.

Steel bumper removed

Cheyenne trim removed

Dash cover and new door panels installed.

 

2025 maintenance:

Master brake cylinder replaced.

Starter motor replaced

Window washer/wiper motor replaced.

 

Condition Notes:

Paint shows some blemishes and wear, consistent with use.

Hood release lever needs reattachment inside the cab.

Lighting and electronic unlocking for the hard bed cover are not currently working.

Rear sliding window is stiff from lack of use.

Doors require firm closure due to newer door seals.

 

Additional Details:

Mileage: 156,661 miles

Transmission: 4-speed manual

Drivetrain: 4WD

Doors: 2

Condition: Very Good

This K10 is a well-kept, honest square-body with strong mechanicals, great upgrades, and the rare appeal of original ownership. A solid driver that can be enjoyed as-is or further dialed in to taste.

 

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