Seller’s notes about this car
1996 Chevrolet C1500 Restomod $50K+ Build , Boost-Ready LQ9 , Show-Quality Summit White If you're looking for a showstopper that blends vintage Chevy truck appeal with cutting-edge performance and premium modern touches, this 1996 Chevrolet C1500 Restomod is the build you've been waiting for. Professionally crafted and meticulously detailed, this truck combines aggressive power, custom style, and turn-key reliability-ready for both weekend cruising and serious power potential. High-End Restomod with No Corners Cut With over $50,000 in documented receipts, this build reflects a no-expense-spared approach. The show-quality Summit White paint-completed in April 2022-features paint-matched bumpers, grille, and bed interior. A full paint correction and 10-year ceramic coating was applied in September 2023, along with paint protection film on the front bumper, grille, and hood to maintain its pristine appearance. Built LQ9 Powerplant Boost Ready Under the hood lies a 6.0L LQ9 V8, fully forged and professionally built to handle up to 15 lbs of boost. Key highlights include: Forged Scat crank, Texas Speed H-beam rods, CP -10cc pistons, ARP hardware BTR Stage 3 cam, dual valve springs, upgraded LS rocker trunions PRC 220cc heads, FAST 102 intake, FAST Big Mouth 102mm throttle body MSD coils and ceramic plug wires, NGK TR55 plugs Holley valve covers and a professional tune by Vengeance Racing Dyno'd at 430HP naturally aspirated, with potential for 1000+HP on boost Holley Terminator X Max ECU (included, not yet installed) Performance-Driven Suspension, Brakes & Drivetrain This C1500 isn't just about horsepower-it's built to handle and stop: Complete new suspension and steering system Beltech 57'' drop with React 2'' drop spindles Pro Performance front & rear big brake kit with red Cerakote finish Cal-Trac traction bars, 3.73 posi rear with new Moser axles Rear differential girdle for added strength and durability 20'' Weld wheels wrapped in sticky Nitto 555RII tires for grip Modern Interior Upgrades Inside, the upgrades continue with comfort and style: 7.5'' Holley digital dash 10'' touchscreen audio display with backup camera LG billet interior accents and billet hood hinges Custom sport mirrors with integrated turn signals Power steering cooler and upgraded NBS master cylinder All lighting converted to LED for enhanced visibility Ready to Drive or Take to the Next Level With less than 4,000 miles on the engine and suspension, this truck is essentially a fresh build. It runs strong, turns heads, and sounds amazing thanks to ceramic-coated long tube headers feeding a custom 3'' stainless exhaust with MagnaFlow mufflers.
