This GMC Jimmy (1970-1972) got away, but there are more like it here.

This 1971 GMC Jimmy Custom 4×4 was registered in California before being acquired by the seller in 2021, and it subsequently underwent a refurbishment and modification process that involved the installation of a 5.3-liter L83 V8 and a 6L80 six-speed automatic transmission. The body is finished in green with a white removable hardtop over white vinyl and plaid fabric. Additional equipment includes a dual-range transfer case, 15″ wheels, four-wheel disc brakes, power-assisted steering, a suspension lift, a Vintage Air climate control system, an Ididit steering column, aftermarket gauges, and a Sony head unit. This Jimmy is now offered with recent service records and a clean Connecticut title in the seller’s name.

L83-Powered 1971 GMC Jimmy Custom 4×4

The body was finished from the factory in Medium Olive (1504AA) and said to have been repainted. Equipment includes a white removable hardtop, chrome bumpers and trim, dual side mirrors, window tint, and dual exhaust outlets. Close-up photos of the paint, trim, and glass are shown in the gallery.

L83-Powered 1971 GMC Jimmy Custom 4×4

Silver-finished 15″ wheels are mounted with 35×12.5″ BFGoodrich All-Terrain T/A KO2 tires, and manually locking hubs are fitted up front. The truck is equipped with power-assisted steering along with a suspension lift kit. Stopping power is provided by four-wheel disc brakes.

L83-Powered 1971 GMC Jimmy Custom 4×4

The front bucket seats and rear bench were reupholstered in white vinyl with green plaid inserts. Additional equipment includes green carpeting and lap seatbelts, a Vintage Air climate control system, sun visors, a center console, and a Sony head unit linked to aftermarket speakers.

L83-Powered 1971 GMC Jimmy Custom 4×4

A replacement split-spoke steering wheel sits on a tilting Ididit steering column and frames a replacement instrument cluster that includes a 160-mph speedometer, a tachometer, and a clock as well as gauges for voltage, fuel level, coolant temperature, and oil pressure. The digital odometer indicates 1k miles, though total mileage is unknown.

L83-Powered 1971 GMC Jimmy Custom 4×4

The 5.3-liter L83 V8 was reportedly sourced from a 2017 Chevrolet and features direct fuel injection, a cone-style air intake system, an Optima battery, a BeCool aluminum radiator, and tubular exhaust headers.

L83-Powered 1971 GMC Jimmy Custom 4×4

The 6L80 six-speed automatic transmission routes power to the rear or all wheels through a dual-range transfer case and a 12-bolt rear axle with a PosiTraction differential. A fabricated aluminum fuel cell is mounted to the underbody.

L83-Powered 1971 GMC Jimmy Custom 4×4

The Service Parts Identification sticker adhered to the glovebox door lists factory equipment and options.

Auction Result

Winning Bid USD $93,500 by kerinrue
Auction Ended August 19, 2023 at 11:14AM PT
Bids 46
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Seller: Rick101285
Location: Durham, Connecticut 06422
Listing Details
  • Chassis: KE114S127480
  • 1k Miles Shown, TMU
  • 5.3-Liter L83 V8
  • Six-Speed Automatic Transmission
  • Dual-Range Transfer Case
  • Medium Olive Paint
  • White Vinyl w/Plaid Fabric Inserts
  • White Removable Hardtop
  • 15" Wheels
  • Four-Wheel Disc Brakes
  • Power-Assisted Steering
  • Suspension Lift
  • Vintage Air Climate Control System
  • Ididit Steering Column
  • Aftermarket Gauges
  • Sony Head Unit
Private Party or Dealer: Private Party
Lot #117463