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Gateway Classic cars of Charlotte is happy to digitally present this stunning 1971 GMC 1500 blends classic truck styling with modern performance, comfort, and reliability. Finished in a sleek Dark Grey Metallic exterior over a striking red interior, this professionally upgraded pickup has been thoughtfully built from top to bottom with quality components and attention to detail. Under the hood sits a powerful 383 Stroker V8 (4-bolt main) paired with a 700R4 4-speed automatic transmission, delivering strong performance and excellent drivability. Performance upgrades include a March serpentine belt system, Holley 750 Double Pumper carburetor with electronic choke, Pertronix distributor, Hedman shorty headers, Cherry Bomb side exhaust, vacuum pump, and a Cold Case aluminum radiator to keep everything running cool. The exterior has been enhanced with numerous custom touches including a cowl hood, smoothie bumpers, smoothed door handles, tailgate, and cab, along with billet hood hinges, LED taillights, and new glass throughout, including tinted side windows. A relocated fuel tank by Boyd Welding helps clean up the truck's appearance while improving functionality. Inside, the vibrant red cabin features a comfortable bench seat with new foam, Ididit steering column, Dakota Digital gauge cluster, Vintage Air climate control, and a RetroSound Classic Bluetooth radio paired with a subwoofer for modern audio enjoyment. Additional upgrades include single-piece windows and a complete American Autowire wiring harness for reliability and ease of maintenance. The chassis has been extensively upgraded for superior handling and stopping power. Features include coil-over front suspension, CCP 4-wheel power disc brakes, stainless steel brake lines and hoses, and a rebuilt 10-bolt Positraction rear end. The truck rides on staggered Cragar wheels wrapped in Cooper tires, measuring 7-inch front and 9-inch rear, giving it an aggressive stance and excellent road presence. The bed is beautifully finished with Red Oak wood planks and chrome strips, adding a classic custom touch that complements the truck's overall presentation. Highlights: 383 Stroker V8 (4-bolt main) 700R4 4-speed automatic transmission Holley 750 Double Pumper carburetor with electronic choke March serpentine belt system Pertronix distributor Hedman shorty headers Cherry Bomb side exhaust Vacuum pump Cold Case aluminum radiator Billet hood hinges Vintage Air A/C system Ididit steering column Dakota Digital gauges RetroSound Bluetooth radio with subwoofer New glass with tinted side windows Single-piece windows Bench seat with new foam Coil-over front suspension CCP 4-wheel power disc brakes Stainless steel brake lines and hoses Rebuilt 10-bolt Positraction rear end Staggered Cragar wheels with Cooper tires Red Oak bed floor with chrome strips Boyd Welding relocated fuel tank Smoothie bumpers Smoothed door handles, tailgate, and cab Cowl hood LED taillights Complete American Autowire wiring harness Includes extra key This GMC is an exceptional blend of classic American truck heritage and modern street machine performance, offering show-quality appearance, comfortable cruising, and dependable drivability. Ready to enjoy, show, or take on the open road.
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