Chevrolet Blazer K5 Cheyenne

Description

If you're looking for a well-preserved and original Chevy K5, you've come to the right place: this big four-wheeler is original and excellently maintained. Apart from a few corrections, the exterior has the original two-tone paint and the interior is as original as possible - even the original stickers for the gear reduction and the special equipment in the glove compartment are still there.

On the outside, it is a classic off-roader with plenty of space and a huge trunk, and once you open the door, you are literally sucked back into the 1980s: Almost perfectly preserved brown body seats, large and comfortable like the old sofa in grandma's living room, plus a fluffy brown carpet, simple square control units and functional technology, indicated by simple, round displays in an easily removable instrument panel. A harmonious interior and somehow matching the yellow of the body. Those who like pickups and fresh air will also get their money's worth, as the trunk becomes an airy loading area when the hardtop is removed. This is actually tight and not cemented on, as is the case with many other K5s.

There aren't many bells and whistles, as the car is supposed to be practical, but at least it has electric windows all round (including the rear window), an audio system and cruise control for relaxed, longer journeys.

Technically and mechanically, the car is in perfect condition; after all, it is a veteran vehicle from Biel, inspected in Lucerne, in which over CHF 50,000 was invested. The rust-free underbody has been sealed and is absolutely clean. The original 5.7 liter V8 runs perfectly, the automatic does what it should and the machine is very pleasant to drive.

Fresh from the service and with new electrics, the well-kept K5 is now looking forward to new adventures. A restored Pony Junior 503 from 1973 in matching body color (shown in the last photo) would be available for an additional charge.

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Model history

The history of the Blazer K5 begins in 1969 - as Chevrolet's answer to the off-road sports and utility vehicle models of the competition. This was embodied by the Ford Bronco, the Jeep Cherokee and the International Harvester Scout. As Chevrolet used the platform of its pickups for the Blazer, the K5 was somewhat larger than its rivals and, as a two-door model, easily offered space for five people. A fiberglass roof extending from the passenger compartment to the rear could be removed for maximum freedom. The first models only had permanent all-wheel drive and from 1970 rear-wheel drive was also offered. All-wheel drive was now selectable and most models were sold as all-wheel drives.

The first vehicles were powered by a 4.1 liter engine and from 1970 onwards, 4.8 liter in-line six-cylinder engines and the 5.0 liter and 5.7 liter V8 engines were used. The latter churned out a decent 255 hp. In 1970, General Motors, Chevrolet's parent company, introduced the GMC Jimmy, which was intended to meet higher demands but was based on the same platform and body as the Blazer K5.

In 1973, the Blazer K5 underwent a facelift, which resulted in a modified front end and rounder lines, among other things. The 2nd generation was born and was produced steadily over the years with minor, sometimes cosmetic modifications until 1991. The optional fully open driver's cab was initially retained, but in 1976 it was replaced by a removable fiberglass roof, which only reached as far as the first row of seats. The driver and front passenger now always sat in the dry thanks to the roof-supporting B-pillar, which was fixed into the bodywork.

The engine range was expanded in the course of the 2nd generation with a 6.6 liter V8 and a 6.2 liter Detroit Diesel V8. In the mid-1980s, Chevrolet produced a military vehicle based on the Blazer K5, known as the M1009. This was characterized by a more robust wheel suspension, adapted electrics, additional front protection, the absence of air conditioning and the uniform olive green or camouflage matt paint finish.