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LS3-Powered 1972 Chevrolet K5 Blazer

$95,000

Year

1972

Make

Chevrolet

Model

Blazer

Odometer

1,334 (TMU)

Engine

6.2L LS3 V8

Fuel Type

gasoline

Transmission

automatic

Drivetrain

4×4

VIN / Chassis #

CKE182S122394

Seller

Drive the Coast

Location

Santa Rosa Beach, FL

Seller Stock #

1972BlazerLS3

Title Status

clean
This 1972 Chevrolet K5 Blazer blends the unmistakable styling of Chevrolet's first-generation full-size SUV with the reliability and performance of a modern GM powertrain. Professionally restored and extensively upgraded, it is powered by a brand-new 6.2-liter LS3 V8 paired with a new 4L70E four-speed automatic transmission with overdrive, delivering modern drivability without sacrificing the classic character that has made early K5s among the most desirable vintage 4x4s on the market. Additional upgrades including Vintage Air climate control, Dakota Digital instrumentation, power steering, and power front disc brakes make this Blazer equally comfortable on long highway drives or weekend cruises. Offered by Drive the Coast in Santa Rosa Beach, Florida, this K5 shows 1,334 TMU-indicated miles since completion.
  • Built to Drive, Not Just Display: Rather than preserving outdated mechanicals, this Blazer was built around one of General Motors' most proven modern V8 platforms. The new 6.2-liter LS3 produces significantly more power, reliability, and parts availability than the original small-block while maintaining excellent street manners. According to the seller, the installation was completed using all-new control modules and a professionally integrated system that starts easily, idles smoothly, and performs like a factory-engineered package. The addition of a new 4L70E automatic transmission with overdrive dramatically improves highway cruising compared to the original three-speed automatic, making this a vintage SUV that's genuinely enjoyable to drive.
  • Classic Style Meets Modern Comfort: Inside, thoughtful upgrades improve everyday usability while preserving the K5's iconic interior design. Dakota Digital instrumentation replaces aging factory gauges with precise modern electronics housed in a period-appropriate layout, while Vintage Air climate control provides dependable cold air for warm-weather cruising. Power steering and power front disc brakes further modernize the driving experience, eliminating many of the compromises typically associated with classic trucks.
  • Comprehensive Restoration Throughout: The restoration extended well beyond the drivetrain. According to the seller, numerous components were replaced or refurbished throughout the build, including body mounts, shocks, driveshafts, radiator, exhaust system, trim, moldings, grille, emblems, mirrors, door handles, upholstery, hood, Dakota Digital gauges, and the Vintage Air system. The body tub has also been professionally coated to provide added durability, while the firewall, dash, doors, hood, and tailgate were refinished in the factory Medium Bronze color, giving the truck a cohesive, high-quality presentation inside and out.
Why This K5 Blazer Stands Out
Early K5 Blazers have become some of the most collectible American 4x4s, but many still require buyers to choose between originality and drivability. This build largely eliminates that compromise. By combining a professionally installed LS3, overdrive automatic transmission, modern climate control, upgraded instrumentation, and an extensive restoration, it offers vintage styling with the reliability, comfort, and performance expected from a much newer vehicle. For buyers who want to drive their classic rather than constantly maintain it, this is exactly the type of build enthusiasts seek.

Powertrain
  •  Brand-new 6.2L GM LS3 V8 
  •  New 4L70E four-speed automatic transmission with overdrive 
  •  Four-wheel drive 
  •  New control modules and professionally integrated drivetrain 
  •  New driveshafts 
Chassis & Restoration
  •  Professionally restored 
  •  New body mounts 
  •  New shocks 
  •  New radiator 
  •  New exhaust system 
  •  Tub professionally body-lined 
  •  Firewall, dash, hood, doors, and tailgate refinished in factory Medium Bronze 
Interior & Comfort
  •  Vintage Air air conditioning 
  •  Dakota Digital instrumentation 
  •  New upholstery 
  •  Power steering 
  •  Power front disc brakes 
Exterior
  •  New grille 
  •  New trim and moldings 
  •  New emblems 
  •  New mirrors 
  •  New door handles 
  •  New hood
With its professionally installed LS3 powertrain, overdrive transmission, extensive restoration, and carefully integrated modern upgrades, this first-generation K5 Blazer delivers the timeless look collectors want with the drivability today's enthusiasts expect.
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