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◊ 2011-03-01 00:41 |
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◊ 2011-03-01 05:56 |
If it’s a 1987 model, then it’s classed as an R-10, not C-10. C-Series (rear-wheel drive) was renamed R-Series whilst K-Series (all-wheel drive) was renamed V-Series for 1987 only concerning 2-door pickups; however, 4-door pickups and the utilities kept the R/V alphanumeric names up until the 1991 model year when they ceased production. 1987 is a special model year for the rounded-line truck generation, not only for the odd name change, but also for the addition of computer controlled electronic throttle-body fuel injection (TBFI), electronic ignition controls, and updated electronic engine management. All gas/petrol engines saw a boost in horsepower and torque output for 1987. In the thumbnail capture the small rectangular emblem is seem on the rear access doors. It reads "fuel injection". That small emblem is also the only visual indication that this is no ordinary rounded-line. |
◊ 2011-03-01 06:08 |
Ad source: 73-87.com Original GM advertisement for the 1987 model year. Proudly announces the last significant upgrade that the rounded-line generation received before being finally put out to pasture after a lengthy production run. |
◊ 2011-03-01 12:34 |
Strange, it clearly says C on the badge. By the licensplate: Registreringsnummer: MOB968 Fabrikat: CHEVROLET C10 CR10906 Fordonsår: 1987 Chassinummer: ER16K7HF128987 Just for the fun of it I used this sheet to decifer the vin code: http://service.gm.com/dealerworld/vincards/pdf/vincard87.pdf E = Brake system R = Line and Chassis type: Conventional cab, 4x2 1 = Series: 1/2-Ton 6 = Body style: Suburban K = Engine: 5.7 litre V8 TBI/LPG 7 = Check digit H = Model year: 1987 F = Plant: Flint, MI 128987 = Production sequence number |
◊ 2011-03-01 16:42 |
What looks like a C on the fender badge is really the "sunburst" logo, its also seen on the inside of the cabin on the passenger side of the dash where the trim level name is also stamped. Here is my 1987 V 10 with the same exact badge indicating the class and trim level. -- Last edit: 2012-09-18 15:36:19 |
◊ 2011-03-01 16:46 |
Oh, ok then! It's always nice to learn something new |
◊ 2011-03-01 16:49 |
About the registration info, Maybe in Sweden they were known as C-10 instead of Suburban? Or it is simply a not very precise info in the register, as we already had previously... |
◊ 2011-03-01 20:36 |
Probably just an oversight. I can't imagine it would have been too productive for the people at the Flint, Michigan plant to have used two different letter designations for the same line of vehicles. |
◊ 2011-03-24 09:10 |
Why "made for Sweden" tag? Isn't this one rather "retrofitted for Sweden"? |
◊ 2011-03-24 13:05 |
Extra indicators on the grille along with non-sealed beam headlights with headlights washer. -- Last edit: 2011-03-24 13:05:30 |
◊ 2011-03-24 15:28 |
yes but aren't these most likely fitted in later? I would think if it was made for Sweden then it would not have US-sized plate openings... |
◊ 2011-03-24 16:00 |
I have never seen an American car with specially made plate openings for our market, I'd guess that we are a too small market for that. I not sure what you mean with "fitted in later", by the importer or by the dealer? This vehicle was sold new in Sweden after all. |
◊ 2011-03-24 18:39 |
You have to remember, tonkatracker, that when Volkswagen Beetle were delivered to USA from Germany without headlights from the assembly line to the shore, they fitted with sealed beam headlights with the assembly in before selling to our market. Same idea with some of cars without components for local assembly meeting their local legal requirement. |
◊ 2012-10-30 08:05 |
@Neptune That's a nice truck you got there |