American manufacturer Chevrolet and thick V8– The engine. At first glance, this seems to go together like spaghetti and Bolognese. But apart from that. With a manageable size and therefore light weight S-10 In the 80s and 90s, Americans took things slow and to the max Six cylinders provided. It’s a shame, because less weight and more power is more fun!
that gap Chevrolet left at that time, some personal enthusiasm knew how to fill. Check out eBay! It’s getting cooler right now Chevrolet S-10 together with V8 from one Chevrolet Corvette and distribution of manuals offered for sale. Price: 20,000 euros.
A German car master modified this Chevrolet S-10
When you look at the first ad, you immediately see the picture. They don’t just show it prepared for a tasteful appearance Lift up without the usual defects. They show mainly German Mark it! This indicates that the conversion to V8 has already been accepted by registered it is. So the potential new owner is buying a car that is expected to be well made with all the necessary features Paper.
This feeling can be supported by the information that the car is completely made in Germany returned it happened. Looks like someone took the Chevy apart and completely rebuilt it. There is babble under the hood 5.7 liters big LT1 V8 from Corvette C4 and at least 306 hp. The Engine it was revised and given a new bearing. There are also five speedsManual distribution and rear axle with lock.
At the rear, the Chevy has monoleaf leaf springs. A Alukühler from Mishimoto with electric fans should give the V8 enough air to breathe. The Coilovers It can be adjusted forward and backward in rebound and compression. The interior including the dashboard was covered in leather and a walker. The seller describes the Chevrolet as perfect suitable for daily use and, if desired, very quickly.
Here’s what you should look for before buying a Chevrolet
A vehicle as unique as the Chevrolet S-10 offered should be carefully considered before purchasing under the microscope taken. Indeed, that applies to everyone Secondhand car But especially with a deep conversion, caution protects against unpleasant surprises: Does the car include a conversion? TÜV removed? Who installed the engine? What kind of experience does this gentleman have? Is it possible to talk to him? What? modification and returns are written?
The embedded video shows the details of the other Replacing the V8 and gives an impression of the effort:
The interchangeable components of the chassis call for one Test drive to be tested. Are they compatible with the car? Do they match your own expectations of driving comfort? The seller writes in the ad Lift up can be done by all parties 13 liters long distance driving. That seems humane, but it still needs to be funded. Are there enough resources in your wallet for fuel?
Chevrolets are considered technically trouble-free. The engine, transmission, chassis, etc. are not of complex design and can withstand a lot. The bodies are not before that Old man immunity and should be taken care of. But Mercedes W 124 can also cost a lot.