Highlights
- Imported from the dry state of California in 2017
- With it's last private owner for approximately nine years
- The vendor believes that the car has recently undergone a no-expense spared restoration
- 5.7-litre V8 crate engine fitted with less than 1,000 miles covered
- MOT until October 2026 despite being exempt
- Accompanied by the original 1969 owner's handbook and import documentation
The Appeal
The Chevrolet C20 is among the most recognisable American pickups of the late 1960s, prized for its robust construction, generous payload capacity, and effortlessly cool styling. These long-wheelbase trucks have become increasingly sought after in the UK, where their presence on the road never fails to turn heads.
This 1969 example was imported directly from California in 2017 by its current registered keeper, having spent its earlier life in that famously dry climate. Since arriving in the UK, it has been thoughtfully developed with a 5.7-litre V8 crate engine, now with less than 1,000 miles on it, complemented by a Summit Racing handling kit, front disc brakes, power steering, a rear coil spring conversion with A-frame axle location, and sway bars. The interior features a custom leather-pleated bench seat, carpets, and seat belts, while the exterior benefits from a custom chrome grille with UK-specification lights and a custom aluminium locking fuel tank. It rides on five new Yokohama tyres.
Most recently, in November 2025, the truck received a mechanical refresh, including new spark plugs, ignition leads, a high-pressure fuel pump, a carburettor strip and retune, and timing adjustment.
Having covered just 610 miles since its UK import, this C20 presents an appealing opportunity to acquire a well-sorted American classic with strong provenance and sensible upgrades.
Most recently, in November 2025, the truck received a mechanical refresh, including new spark plugs, ignition leads, a high-pressure fuel pump, a carburettor strip and retune, and timing adjustment.
Having covered just 610 miles since its UK import, this C20 presents an appealing opportunity to acquire a well-sorted American classic with strong provenance and sensible upgrades.
Key Information
- Mileage: 67,430 miles (believed genuine by the vendor; 610 miles covered since 2017 UK import)
- Country of registration: United Kingdom (imported from California, USA in 2017)
- Technical inspection status: MOT valid until 8th October 2026 (MOT and road tax exempt)
- Technical specs: 5.7-litre V8 petrol
- Paperwork: Current V5C, MOT certificate, original 1969 owner's handbook, import documentation, MOT history printout, Haynes repair manual, and spare keys
The Detail
- 5.7-litre V8 crate engine oil changed after running in, with less than 1,000 miles covered
- Summit Racing handling kit installed
- Rear coil spring conversion with A-frame axle location
- Front disc brakes fitted
- Power steering fitted
- Sway bars fitted
- Five new Yokohama tyres fitted
- Custom aluminium locking fuel tank installed
- Custom leather pleated bench seat fitted
- Custom chrome grille with UK-specification lights
- Custom exhaust system fitted
- Carpets and seatbelts fitted
- Car audio player with Vibe speakers installed
November 2025 work includes:
- New high-pressure fuel pump fitted in
- New NGK spark plugs and ignition leads fitted
- Carburettors stripped, cleaned, and refitted
- Timing reset and retuned
- New throttle pedal and steering wheel boss fitted
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