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1968 Chevy C-10

April 1, 2023 By Gauge Magazine

1968 Chevy C10 owned by Kelsey Nester

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Issue
April 2023
Owner
Kelsey nester
Ride
Orange crush
(1968 Chevy C-10)
Photographer
Nick Means

Ride Details

Original Cost
7500
Build Cost
15,000
What was the inspiration?
Bought the truck off my great uncle who built the truck 20 years ago
How long did it take you to build?
5 years
Your future plans?
Drive it and do burnouts
Vehicle history
Great uncle 20 bought 20 years ago from Texas. He used it as a daily driver. I bought it from him and made it a short bed
Previous Rides
Too many to remember

Engine Details

Make
Chevy 1970
Cylinders
8
Displacement
355

Driveline Details

Axle
9โ€ ford
Gears
355

Chassis Details

Drop or lift inches
Dropped 5 in the back 4 in the front

Wheels Details

Front Wheel Type
20 inch ridlers
Rear Wheel Type
20 inch ridlers

Paint Details

Color
Orange
Graphics By

The Orange 1968 Chevy C10 is a true American classic, and Kelsey Nesterโ€™s โ€œOrange Crushโ€ is a stunning example of this iconic truck. The truck was bought by Kelseyโ€™s great uncle 20 years ago, and Kelsey took it upon herself to restore it to its former glory.

The build process took five long years and cost $15,000, but the end result was well worth the effort. The truckโ€™s original cost was $7,500, and Kelseyโ€™s great uncle used it as a daily driver. Kelseyโ€™s inspiration for the restoration was the sentimental value of the truck, as it was originally built by her great uncle.

Under the hood, the Orange Crush is powered by a Chevy 1970 engine with eight cylinders and a displacement of 355. The driveline includes a 9โ€ Ford axle and 355 gears. The truckโ€™s chassis has been dropped five inches in the back and four inches in the front, giving it a sleek and lowered look. The wheels are 20-inch Ridlers, with the same size in the front and rear. The paint is a stunning orange color, with graphics by the name of โ€œOrange Crush.โ€

The Orange Crush is a true head-turner, with its vibrant color and sleek design. Itโ€™s not just a show truck either, as Kelseyโ€™s future plans for the truck include driving it and doing burnouts. The truck has a rich history and has been in the family for over two decades, making it a cherished possession.

This 1968 Chevy C-10 is a great example of the timeless beauty of classic American trucks. Its restoration is a testament to the value of preserving the past and appreciating the craftsmanship of older vehicles. Kelsey Nesterโ€™s Orange Orange 1968 Chevy C10 is a truck that will undoubtedly turn heads and inspire others to restore classic vehicles to their former glory.

“Orange Crush”

1968 Chevy C10 owned by Kelsey Nester

Owned by: Kelesy Nester

Photos by: Nick Means


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Filed Under: April 2023, Features Tagged With: 1968 Chevy C-10, American classic, burnouts, c10, Car Show, chevy, classic truck, Restoration, timeless beauty, vehicle restoration


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