Have you ever seen a 675hp, LS7-powered, 6-speed, 1982 Chevy S10 that can go around corners faster than a Corvette? This badass S10 is being constructed for a customer overseas who is in search of the most wicked (yet subtle) S10 ever built. Follow along as we build this mini truck into a sports car killer.

Frame & Suspension

• Schwartz Performance bolt-in G-Machine chassis
• Ridetech single-adjustable coilovers
• Power steering rack
• Baer 14" 6-piston Extreme Plus brake system w/rear floater kit

Engine

• Schwartz 675hp LS7 engine package w/custom cam, ARP rod bolts, and upgraded dual valvesprings
• GM Performance Parts ECU & wiring harness
• Wegner Motorsports billet serpentine drive system
• 125hp wet shot of nitrous by Nitrous Outlet
• Custom stainless steel headers & 3" exhaust system by Schwartz Performance

Drivetrain

• Tremec T56 Magnum, close ratio
• GM LS7 clutch & flywheel kit
• Custom driveshaft
• Moser full-floating 9" housing
• Moser third member, 31 spline axles, TrueTrac differential, 3.70 gear

Wheels & Tires

• 18x8 & 18x12 Budnik wheels
• Michelin Super Sport tires, 245/35/18 front, 335/30/18 rear

Paint & Body

• Satin black paint using PPG materials, by Zizzo Autobody: Lincolnshire, IL
• Stock-appearing exterior with chrome trim
• Custom aluminum tonneau cover with Quik Latch locking latches
• Custom gauge pods integrated into hood
• LED spotlight in A-pillar

Other Features

• BeCool radiator w/electric fans
• Custom upholstered bench seat by Cassin Customizing
• Backup camera system & upgraded audio system
• Vintage Air GenII Mini A/C system
• Stainless EFI fuel tank with dual Aeromotive 340 pumps

Original & disassembly gallery

Chassis fabrication & installation gallery

Sheet metal fabrication gallery

Header & exhaust fabrication gallery

Assembly before paint gallery

Interior gallery

Bodywork & paint gallery

Final assembly gallery

Completed gallery