1996 Chevrolet S10 Pickup

The Chevrolet pickup truck is a hallmark of American culture that spans generations.  The S10 is no exception; What it lacks in size, it makes up for with performance and unique character.  It's a legendary representation of the unique origins of compact Chevy pickups.  The first S-10 made its debut in 1982, a compact pickup that would accumulate a faithful fan base over time. The original generation of S10s featured two different engines; A 2.5L with 105hp or a V6.  The trucks were 2-wheel drive when the legacy began and would be offered in 4x4 versions the following year.  At the time, four-wheel drive trucks were becoming increasingly popular in America.

For consignment, a 1996 S-10 2 wheel drive pickup from the bowtie company.  This one remains rust free, has a new AC compressor and provides some eye-catching looks with its miles deep paint, tastefully applied stripes and snappy wheels.  Let's get our Chevy groove on, Like A Rock.  

Exterior
Our black example retains its shine and shows nicely without any rust or dents.  The flaws in the finish are unremarkable and the deep end of the pool paint provides the perfect backdrop for the painted on silver SS style stripes.  Rectangular headlights and wedge shaped corner lights reside within a blingy chrome grille.  Just below is a body matching steel bumper and black plastic lower air dam.  Chrome is kept to a minimum, encompassing the earlier mentioned bowtie wearing grille surround and non original SS badging on the lower front quarters and tailgate.  Black accenting is also noted with some door trimmings, side view mirrors, and door handles.  Taking up the back is a black vinyl bed cover which hides the drop in plastic bed liner underneath.  The tail view shows us tall wrap-around tail lights, the silver striped gate and a smooth black roll pan below. 15-inch drilled and polished aluminum American Racing wheels are wrapped with 225/60R15 raised white letter rubber from the 5th week of 2022.

Interior
Behind the lightly tinted glass are gray molded plastic panels with black actuators and cranks as well as a diagonally striped gray broadcloth inserts.  Below all of this are dual map pockets and the factory speakers.  The original GM dash continues with more use of the gray molded plastic accenting for the dash front surrounds, mixed with black molded inserts for the instrument cluster, factory AM/FM/Cassette stereo and climate control dials.  More diagonally striped gray broadcloth is covering body hugging buckets with their halo style headrests and a fold down armrest is between the seats.  Gray carpeting is flooding the floors and presents with some light soiling and color fade.  The long armed black shifter resides on the carpeted hump along with a dual cupholder equipped consolette.  Above a large gray fuzzy broadcloth headliner covers the interior ceiling.

Drivetrain
A factory 2.2 Liter 4 cylinder sits in an original unrestored engine bay.  This has EFI and is sporting a new air conditioning compressor.  Bolted to the back of this mill is a T5 5-speed manual transmission for those of us who like rowing the oars.  10 bolt is the axle designation and all under the hood is looking very nice and freshly detailed.

Undercarriage
Surface rust coats most of the untreated steel on this undercarriage, although it remains structurally sound.  Rockers and floor pans are rust free and a factory style single exhaust snakes its way rearward.  Power disc brakes are in front, and power drums on the back.  Suspension is independent coil spring up front and leaf spring on back.

Drive-Ability
This truck and it's 2.2 liters fired right up and driving was a pleasure.  All comfy on the ergonomic front for the interior, smooth acceleration and nice cornering.  Fully functional, fully capable and fully enjoyable...2 thumbs up!

A well cared for and nicely presented example of a S10 with a economical 2.2 liter engine.  A nice striped broadcloth interior and reliable powertrain will have you smiling as you go down the road, of course all the while hauling your cargo.

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1-USA
G-General Motors
C-Chevrolet Truck
C-4001 Thru 5000 GVWR
S-Small Conventional Cab 4X2
1-1/2 Ton
4-2 Door Cab
4-2.2L 4 Cylinder EFI
7-Check Digit
T-1996
K-Linden, NJ Assy Plant
274571-Sequential Unit Number

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