1979 Chevrolet K5 Blazer Cheyenne 350 V8, 4-Speed Manual, Lifted, Undercoated Why This Car Is Special The 1979 Chevrolet K5 Blazer sits at a genuinely interesting crossroads in American truck history. By the late 1970s, the square-body generation officially the C/K third generation, introduced for 1973 had matured into the most refined version of itself. The Blazer variant of that platform offered something that almost nothing else on the market could: full-size four-wheel-drive capability in a two-door body with a removable hardtop, seating for up to five, and a level of interior comfort that put most SUVs of the era to shame. The 'K' in K5 Blazer is the important letter here. It indicates four-wheel drive, as opposed to the two-wheel-drive C5. The '5' refers to the half-ton chassis. By 1979, the K5 Blazer was available in several trim levels, and this example carries the Cheyenne package, which placed it in the upper-middle tier of the lineup above base and Custom trim, and offering a noticeably upgraded interior and exterior presentation without reaching all the way to Silverado pricing. Cheyenne-trimmed trucks from this era are well-regarded by collectors because they hit the right balance of livability and honest truck character. What makes the 1979 model year specifically worth noting is that it came near the end of a very clean, uncompromised design run. Emissions regulations had taken a toll on domestic V8 output during this period, and GM was threading the needle between performance and compliance. The 350 cubic inch small-block was the engine of choice for buyers who wanted usable power without the complexity of the bigger-displacement offerings. It was proven, widely supported, and responded well to modifications which is exactly the direction this truck went. This particular 1979 Chevrolet K5 Blazer Cheyenne presents in Medium Blue over a matching Blue cloth interior. It has been thoughtfully modified for both on-road presence and off-road function, while retaining the factory bucket seat console configuration and hardtop body that made the K5 Blazer so desirable in the first place. The undercarriage has been coated, the frame is solid, and the work done to this truck reflects someone who understood what they had. Features List - GM 350ci V8 engine with headers - Flowmaster dual exhaust - 4-speed manual transmission - Power steering - Power front disc brakes - Factory air conditioning - 3-inch suspension lift kit - Aftermarket performance shocks - Maxxis Bighorn 32x11.5x15 radial mud-terrain tires - Correct Chevrolet K5 steel wheels - Superwench lock-out hubs - Factory bucket seats with floor console - Rear bench seat - Removable hardtop - Full gauge instrument cluster - Woodgrain dash trim - Cheyenne trim badges - Body side moldings - Chrome front bumper - Chrome rear bumper - Chrome tow mirrors - Aftermarket stereo - Undercoated undercarriage Mechanical The heart of this 1979 Chevrolet K5 Blazer is the 350 cubic inch small-block V8 a 5.7-liter engine that GM built in enormous quantities and that has earned a reputation for durability and tunability that few engines can match. From the factory, the 350 in a 1979 K5 Blazer produced around 165 horsepower in emissions-compliant trim. This truck has been upgraded with aftermarket headers and a Flowmaster dual exhaust system, which improves exhaust scavenging and reduces backpressure. The dual exhaust exits out the rear behind the chrome rear bumper, and the sound is noticeably more aggressive than stock without being obnoxious. The chrome air cleaner visible in the engine bay is a period-correct cosmetic touch that suits the build well. Behind the 350 sits a 4-speed manual transmission the correct gearbox choice for a truck that is going to be used off-road with any seriousness. The manual gives the driver direct control over gear selection when picking lines on uneven terrain, and it pairs with the transfer case to put power exactly where
