1979 Chevrolet K-20 Fire Truck

An all-new clean sheet redesign of General Motors' Chevrolet and GMC Brand C/K-Series pickups débuted in mid-1972 for the 1973 model year. Development of the new third-generation trucks began in 1968 with vehicle components undergoing simulated testing on computers before the first prototype pickups were even built for real world testing. The redesign was revolutionary in appearance at the time, particularly the cab, departing from typical American pickup truck designs of the era. Aside from being near twins, the Chevrolet and GMC pickups looked like nothing else on the road. The third-generation trucks are officially known as the "Rounded-Line" generation. GM's "Rounded-Line” moniker highlighted the pickup's rounded-lines or rounded styling cues that were incorporated into the design. These rounded-lines included rounded windshield corners, rounded cab roof, sloped rounded doors which cut high into the cab roof eliminating roof height, rounded front fenders, and rounded pickup box corners which allowed for rounded or curved wraparound tail lamps, a first for GM pickups. The design also featured strong distinctive curved shoulderline which rounded out below the beltline. The curved shoulderline continued across the back tailgate on Chevrolet Fleetside and GMC Wideside models. A common, but incorrect, nickname for these trucks is "square body" which was propagated through truck magazines and word of mouth. As the square body name did not originate from General Motors, it is therefore not the official name for this generation.

GR Auto Gallery is pleased to present this 1 Owner Ultra Low Mile 1979 Chevrolet K20 (3/4 Ton) 4 X 4 Pickup for your consideration. This documented 1 Owner vehicle was purchased new by Byron Township in Byron Center, MI and used as a Brush Fire Vehicle for their Fire Department. It has 8,118 original documented miles and has been maintained religiously to DOT Standards since it has been in service. Documentation includes Original Title from 1979, Letter from Byron Township documenting Miles, and the Inspection and Maintenance Records they could dig up. The Fire Department left the lights (which are operational), radio , and siren but had to take off the Fire Department Stickers because of state law (You will receive a picture showing the truck with stickers). This truck was always stored inside and retains its original paint, original interior, includes original rims. Undercoated and rustproofed from new the frame and body are solid and clean. Bed was line-x'd to protect from hoses and equipment. The engine is quiet and strong and transmission shifts smoothly. This truck drives down the road straight and true and would make a great addition to your collection as these vehicles continue to rise in value. Don't miss out on this amazing find!

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