1986 Chevrolet C/K Pickup

The 1986 C/K is Chevrolet's full-size pickup, sold in half-ton, three-quarter-ton, and one-ton ratings with regular or extended cabs. The interior is basic and durable, with vinyl or cloth bench seats and simple gauges that are easy to read. These trucks have a reputation for toughness, and many are still on the road today with original drivetrains. This is the base C/K pickup, so you give up the extra payload capacity of the ¾-ton and 1-ton models but save on purchase price and daily running costs. The standard 5.0L V8 and rear-wheel drive give you enough torque for light hauling, though you'll feel the truck's weight when accelerating from a stop. The base trim comes with a three-speed manual transmission as standard, which is simple and durable but means highway cruising at higher revs.