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ON THE BLOCK IN PALM BEACH: 1970 CHEVROLET BLAZER CUSTOM SUV
This K5 Blazer features a 3.5-inch suspension lift and is powered
by a GM Performance 6.2-liter LS3 V8 crate engine and GM
powertrain controller backed by a 4-speed 4L70E automatic
transmission and an NP205 dual-range transfer case. Equipped
with a custom air intake with a cone filter, an Aeromotive
fuel pump module, braided stainless steel fuel lines, coated
Schoenfeld tubular headers, CPP Hydro-Boost brake booster
system, Wilwood front discs with dual-piston calipers, and
factory-style rear drums. Polished stainless steel dual exhaust
system with MagnaFlow mufflers. The cabin features TMI front
bucket seats and a rear bench upholstered in black vinyl.
NO RESERVE
BLAZERS AT THE BEACH

CUSTOM SUVS OFFERED AT THE FLORIDA AUCTION

In 1969, Americans wanted to tour the country and A couple of years later, rear-wheel-drive models that offered
take the road less traveled. At the time, popular modes an independent front suspension were added to the lineup.
of transportation for doing just that included the So where do Blazers stack up against Broncos in 2022?
International Scout, Jeep CJ, Ford Bronco and the all- During the 2022 Scottsdale Auction, the top-selling
new Chevrolet K5 Blazer.
first-generation Blazer was Lot #1423.1, a custom 1971
The new Blazer was based on Chevrolet’s existing short- Chevrolet K5 Blazer, which sold for $440,000, surpassing
box K10 pickup, which gave the K5 some advantages over the highest Bronco sale and setting a new world record.
its rivals: It had more interior space and cargo room, and It was followed by Lot #1340, a 1970 Chevrolet K5
the longer wheelbase gave it a smooth ride on pavement. Blazer Custom Convertible for $236,500; Lot #1098, a
Base-model Blazers were offered without a roof or any 1972 Chevrolet K5 Blazer Custom SUV for $220,000,
passenger accommodations — most only came with a another new record; Lot #1273, a 1971 Chevrolet K5
driver seat. Options included a completely removable Blazer Custom SUV, sold for $214,500; and, finally, Lot
hardtop or a soft top. #1430, a 1972 Chevrolet Blazer for $187,000 which also
set a new record.
Other options included the choice between two
straight-6 engines and two small-block V8 engines, a Enjoy this selection of Blazers selling with No Reserve at
3-speed automatic transmission with an NP-205 part- the April 7-9, 2022, Palm Beach Auction.
time 4-wheel-drive transfer case, or a 4-speed manual
transmission that offered a Dana 20 design.
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