Bagged 1967 Chevrolet C10 – Rough, Low and Built to Be Driven
This bagged 1967 Chevrolet C10 proves a classic truck doesn’t need perfect paint to turn heads.
During the Aussie Garage Melbourne series, Phil caught up with Cory at Cleveland Spares to check out his tough, home-built Chevy C10. Built to be driven rather than hidden away, this truck combines classic V8 power, airbag suspension and plenty of clever custom touches.
350 Small-Block V8 Power
Under the bonnet is a 350 small-block Chevrolet V8, backed by a Turbo 400 automatic transmission and 12-bolt differential.
It’s a proven combination that suits the C10 perfectly, with Cory also planning some future engine and fuel-system upgrades.
Bagged and Built to Be Used
The C10 runs remote-controlled airbag suspension, allowing it to sit incredibly low at a car show before being raised for the road.
The chassis has been C-notched and mini-tubbed to provide the clearance needed for its low stance, while a set of American Racing wheels completes the look.
Despite sitting on the ground when parked, this isn’t just a show truck. Cory still uses it for family adventures, dirt bikes, kayaks and trips on rougher roads.
Pressure-Pack Patina Paint
One of the C10’s coolest features is its blue patina-style finish.
Rather than spending thousands on a show-quality respray, Cory painted the truck himself using pressure-pack spray cans.
The rough-and-ready finish gives the C10 plenty of character and means Cory can enjoy driving it without worrying about every scratch or stone chip.
Clever Home-Built Details
There are plenty of unique touches throughout the truck.
Cory added his own old-school signwriting, created handmade bead-rolled panels and even turned old Chevrolet rocker covers into door pockets.
It’s these small details that give the C10 its personality and make it a genuine home-built custom.
Watch the Full Chevy C10 Feature
In this Aussie Garage episode, we take a closer look at:
- 1967 Chevrolet C10
- 350 small-block Chevy V8
- Turbo 400 automatic
- 12-bolt differential
- Remote airbag suspension
- C-notched and mini-tubbed chassis
- American Racing wheels
- Pressure-pack patina paint
- Custom rocker-cover door pockets
- Handmade bead-rolled panels
A huge thank you to Cory for showing us his C10 and to Cleveland Spares for welcoming Aussie Garage during our Melbourne series.
Would you leave this Chevy C10 rough and ready, or give it a full show-quality paint job?
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