Vehicle Description
1979 GMC High Sierra 15 SWB - Thoroughly redesigned from stem to
stern, the all-new trucks for 1973 proved to be the longest lived
series in GMC's history and is the one to have for fans of
three-box styling. Aside from wheels and hubcaps, there aren't many
curves in the design, unless you count the body sides that feature
a sculpted character line with a central plateau body panel and the
first use of curved side glass on a GM truck. This platform also
featured GM's first in-house built crew cab, along with the
Suburban's finally getting four doors like a normal station wagon.
GMC also offered this cab with only a single front bench seat
beginning in 1976 as the Bonus Cab, as something of a competitor to
the Dodge Club Cab and Ford SuperCab. Trim lines ranged from the
entry level Custom, Custom Super, Sierra, to top end Sierra Grande.
Names were revised in 1975, with the hierarchy going from Sierra,
Sierra Grande, High Sierra, to Sierra Classic. This remained in
effect through 1982, when the High Sierra was dropped, with the
others continuing though the end of series production. We've had
numerous squarebody trucks grace our warehouse over the years. Many
are original but have been restored to some level over their lives.
It seems that with each passing year it becomes harder and harder
to locate these classic trucks in original condition. When we
located this GMC retaining its original Carmine Red and White
two-tone paint and great patina, we knew it would be a welcomed
addition to our inventory. A quick review of the bed reveals that
this truck was never worked hard and still remains very solid.
Obviously, a lack of restoration expenses make this particular
truck a very affordable entry-level truck for any C10 enthusiast.
Or if you need a perfect donor truck for an LS motor swap, this
High Sierra is the perfect fit. But if you wanted to nothing at all
except just jump in and drive, this GMC is ready to go. The
previous owner recently installed a new red vinyl bench seat and a
set of Mastercraft tires for an improved ride. He also passed along
the original manuals and a large file of registration and service
receipts that will accompany this sale. Additional features and
options include; 305 V8, Auto, RWD, SWB, Power Steering & Brakes,
A/C, Chrome Grill/Bumpers/Mirrors, Rubber Floormats, Factory AM/FM
Radio, Owners Manual, Sliding Rear Window, Vent Windows, Tinted
Glass, Tire Tools, Spare Tire, 15" Rally Wheels, and Thick
235/75/R15 Tires! This truck is priced to sell and won't last long!