1984 GMC High Sierra

Description

Don't look now, but clean pickups like this 1984 GMC High Sierra are gaining some momentum in the marketplace. A lot of guys grew up around trucks just like this and fondly remember the days of square bodywork and traditional V8 horsepower, making good ones highly-sought collectors' items today. This gorgeous blue pickup is no exception.

The paint and bodywork were restored about eight years ago, and it still looks awesome. Unlike so many vehicles in 1984, this one got some timeless colors that still look great today and were accurately reproduced in modern urethanes when the time for a repaint finally arrived. Factory style two-tone gives it a longer, sleeker profile, but there's no denying that the GM pickups of this era were great-looking vehicles. This one has led a good life, too, with straight sheetmetal, good gaps, and a shine that's probably better than 1984 paint could muster. A billet grille makes the front end look a little bit custom, but with big, red GMC lettering, there's no escaping what kind of truck this is. There's a rubber bed mat and what might be original paint underneath, showing that this truck never really worked very hard but doesn't mind putting in a long day now and then. All the original brightwork remains, including some really nice chrome bumpers, a diamond-plate tailgate protector, and oversized mirrors.

The largely original interior offers handsome and plush blue upholstery to tie in perfectly with the exterior, and it's all in very good condition, especially considering its age. The instrument panel offers a complete array of gauges that are all fully functional, all visible through the spokes of a custom leather-wrapped Grant steering wheel with a GMC horn button to make it look OEM. You'll also note factory A/C, which was recently serviced and converted to R-134a, and a vented rear window for the more mild days. The entertainment system is about the only part that isn't stock, with the factory radio being replaced by a Pioneer AM/FM/CD head unit in the original location. A set of heavy-duty floor mats protect the plush blue carpets (unusual for a pickup) and there's an aftermarket cup holder in the dash that's a sorely needed upgrade for those of us who actually drive our toys.

The 350 cubic inch V8 engine appears to be a replacement block installed sometime I the truck's past. It's not stock, however, and now sports the usual upgrades that include an Edelbrock intake manifold and Holley 4-barrel carburetor, chrome valve covers and air cleaner, and some bright ignition wires. It's got a clean, well-maintained look although it's not a show truck, and with power steering and brakes, it's easy to handle regardless of the load. A 700R4 4-speed automatic gives it long legs, so you can turn up the A/C and unwind without listening to the engine screaming at you and the 2-speed transfer case allows it to climb through the slop without working hard. A dual exhaust system gives it a nice rumble and upgraded shocks were part of the 2.5-inch lift that gives it that towering stance. Handsome Pro-Comp polished aluminum wheels are recent additions and wear fat 32x11.50-15 BFGoodrich Mud-Terrain T/A radials.

Don't underestimate the appeal of these full-sized trucks, which not only look great, but are fantastic drivers, and this one is nicer than most. Call today!