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1979 Chevrolet C-10 Silverado Big 10 Short Bed

$59,000

Year

1979

Make

Chevrolet

Model

C-Series

Odometer

89,331

Engine

350 ci V8

Fuel Type

gasoline

Transmission

automatic

Drivetrain

RWD

VIN / Chassis #

CCL449A179883

Seller

private party

Location

Owasso, OK

Title Status

clean
Factory short-bed squarebody Chevrolets already have the right proportions, and this 1979 Chevrolet C-10 Silverado adds the rarer Big 10 package, long-term early ownership, and a fully documented rotisserie restoration completed in May 2026. Located in Owasso, Oklahoma and offered by a private seller with a clean title, it shows 89,331 miles and is powered by a 350ci V8 paired with a Turbo 400 automatic transmission and 12-bolt rear differential. The truck was reportedly purchased new in the Little Rock, Arkansas area, remained with its original owner for nearly 40 years, and has covered approximately 20 miles since a nut-and-bolt restoration performed by a Tulsa-area restoration shop.
  • Rotisserie-Restored Short Bed: The documented nut-and-bolt rotisserie restoration was completed in May 2026 after more than a year of work. The seller notes the inside of the bed was finished to the same standard as the exterior body panels, rather than hidden under spray-in liner, which is a meaningful detail on a high-level squarebody restoration.
  • Rare Silverado Big 10 Combination: Silverado was Chevrolet’s top C/K trim in 1979, and the Big 10 package added heavier-duty half-ton hardware usually seen more often on long-bed trucks. Finding that combination on a factory short bed gives this C-10 a more interesting factory story than a standard Scottsdale or basic half-ton build.
  • 350 V8, TH400, and 12-Bolt Rear: Power comes from a 350ci small-block V8 paired with the heavier-duty Turbo 400 automatic transmission and 12-bolt rear differential. Those are exactly the drivetrain pieces buyers like to see in a squarebody because they are durable, familiar, easy to service, and well supported.
  • Lowered Without Cutting the Frame: The truck has been mildly lowered with McGaughy’s 2.5-inch front drop spindles, Belltech 4-inch rear drop spring hangers, and Belltech Street Performance shocks. The seller notes the frame was not notched, which matters for buyers who want the stance without irreversible chassis modification.
  • Long-Term Ownership History: The truck was reportedly purchased new in the Little Rock, Arkansas area and remained with its original owner for nearly 40 years. The seller acquired it in April 2025 from the second owner, who reportedly kept it garaged and described the mileage as actual.
About the 1973–1987 Chevrolet C/K Squarebody
The 1973–1987 Chevrolet C/K trucks, commonly known as squarebodies, have become one of the strongest segments in the classic truck market. Their appeal is straightforward: clean proportions, simple mechanicals, broad parts availability, and enough factory variety to let buyers chase very specific combinations.

Short-bed C-10s are especially desirable because they deliver the best stance and proportions of the generation. Silverado trim adds the premium factory look and equipment, while the Big 10 package gives this truck a heavier-duty mechanical specification than a standard half-ton. For buyers looking at restored squarebodies, originality of configuration, restoration quality, documentation, and honest workmanship matter more than flashy add-ons.

Powertrain
  •  350ci / 5.7L V8 
  •  Turbo 400 automatic transmission 
  •  12-bolt rear differential 
  •  Two-piece rear driveshaft 
  •  2.5-inch dual exhaust 
  •  Borla S-Type stainless steel mufflers 
  •  Big 10 package 
  •  No catalytic converters, per seller 
  •  Rear-wheel drive 
Chassis, Suspension, and Brakes
  •  Factory short-bed C-10 
  •  Big 10 package 
  •  Heavy-duty front and rear brakes 
  •  Heavier front and rear springs, per seller 
  •  McGaughy’s 2.5-inch front drop spindles 
  •  Belltech 4-inch rear drop spring hangers 
  •  Belltech Street Performance shocks 
  •  Frame not notched 
  •  U.S. Mags 20-inch wheels 
  •  20x8.5-inch front wheels 
  •  20x10-inch rear wheels 
  •  Toyo Proxes 265/45R20 front tires 
  •  Toyo Proxes 285/50R20 rear tires 
Exterior
  •  Rotisserie restoration completed in May 2026 
  •  Factory short-bed body 
  •  Silverado trim package 
  •  Big 10 package 
  •  Fully refinished exterior 
  •  Bed interior finished to exterior-body standard 
  •  Factory sliding rear glass 
  •  Chrome trim, as equipped 
  •  Approximately 20 miles since restoration completion 
Interior
  •  Silverado interior equipment 
  •  Air conditioning 
  •  Cruise control 
  •  Tilt steering wheel 
  •  Factory AM/FM stereo 
  •  New dash speaker 
  •  Factory sliding back glass 
  •  Automatic transmission column selector 
  •  Restored cabin presentation 
Condition Notes
The truck is described as a fully documented, nut-and-bolt rotisserie restoration completed in May 2026, with approximately 20 miles added since completion. The seller reports actual mileage of 89,317 miles at purchase, with the odometer now showing 89,331 miles. No known paint flaws, mechanical issues, leaks, rust concerns, interior wear, or remaining sorting items have been provided yet. Buyers should review the restoration documentation, underside photos, bed finish, trim fitment, paintwork, drivetrain operation, and supporting mileage history.

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