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For sale is a 1973 GMC Jimmy Sierra full convertible 4x4. I purchased this vehicle 3 years ago from the owner who did the frame-off restoration 3 years prior. The restoration has approximately 7,000 miles on it between the original owner and the miles that I have driven it. This vehicle was restored to look original without the sluggish and restricted smog compliant motors of those years. This vehicle is now smog exempt. Since I did not rebuild it myself I do not know the specifics of what went into the motor. I do know that it was completely rebuilt from the top to the bottom and equipped with upgraded intake, carb, ignition, headers, cam, exhaust, and etc. Some of this can be seen in the pictures as well as the overall condition and cleanliness under the hood. The builder said he had the engine built up to 400 horsepower. I can not verify that but this engine does have some serious "get up and go" and runs strong and smooth as it should. It is paired to the rebuilt TH-350 automatic transmission with shift kit. It always runs cool with all new hoses and cooling system. The interior is near perfect. A new Alpine receiver was installed to use with smartphone, iPod, or mp3's and its connected to new JL Audio speakers that sound great. The vehicle has an alarm system and keyless entry. Although it has factory AC it does not blow cold. All controls and heater work great but the AC needs to be charged. The AC has not worked since I have owned the vehicle but I never charged it or investigated if the system had a leak since I have always used it with the top off anyway. The needle on the gear indicator also does not work. It indicates "P" all the time. Other than the two issues mentioned, everything else is in excellent condition and functions as it should. This vehicle is a 4x4 but it has never seen dirt. It has always been garaged and only used to cruise the streets on weekends with good weather. This vehicle runs and drives as new. It holds the road extremely well and brakes true. It has plenty of power and is perfectly reliable and comfortable to drive on any trip. When I bough it, it had aftermarket wheels so I bought some factory rally's and hubs and had them painted and polished to original spec. I put new Michelin tires on them and have not driven it 500 miles since. The builder also installed an extra seat in the back you can view in the pictures. I have described the vehicle the best I can and I hope the pictures describe it well too, but for any questions serious buyers may have they can call me at 209-605-5946 and I will try to answer. All in all this is a turn key truck that's ready for a new owner to drive and enjoy.

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$500 Deposit at close of auction for winning bidder. Cash, cashiers check, or wire transfer for remaining funds. Will help with shipping arrangements at buyers expense. Sold As Is.

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