RARE Original 1978 Chevy C20 454 Camper Special
Updated August 26, 2026
| Lot number | 1 |
| Category | Vehicles & Automotive |
| Auction | Estate of Don & Jaqaline Acuff Part 1 |
| Date | September 11, 2026 at 12:30 PM EDT |
| Auction house | Red Truck Auction Company |
| Location | Carrollton, Kentucky |
Highlights Ownership: True 1-owner vehicle, garage-kept since day one. Mileage: 56,500 documented original miles. Engine: Massive, factory big-block 454 cu in V8. Transmission: Smooth-shifting automatic transmission. Color Scheme: Stunning, timeless Black over an all-original Red interior. Condition: Exceptional preservation; runs and drives beautifully Factory Options: Power windows, cruise control, and heavy-duty Camper Special package.Extras: Original factory exterior trim is fully included (currently removed). Overview Up for auction is a remarkably preserved, highly desirable 1978 Chevrolet C20 Camper Special. This survivor time-capsule has spent its entire life under the care of its original owner and has always been stored in a climate-controlled garage, resulting in an incredible state of preservation. Showing just 56,500 original miles, this truck represents an exceedingly rare opportunity to acquire a highly optioned, unmolested piece of classic American truck history. Powertrain & Performance Under the hood sits the legendary, factory 454 cubic inch big-block V8 engine, paired with a robust automatic transmission. The powertrain delivers strong, effortless torque and the truck runs, shifts, and drives beautifully. It is mechanically sorted and completely ready for local cruise-ins, classic truck shows, or long-distance highway hauling. Exterior & Interior Finished in a sleek, deep black, the body lines are remarkably straight and the sheet metal is in excellent shape. The sale includes the original factory exterior trim which was carefully removed by the owner but comes completely intact with the vehicle if the winning bidder wishes to reinstall it.Open the door to a gorgeous, vibrant, and all-original Red interior. The factory upholstery, dash, and door panels are exceptionally preserved, perfectly reflecting the low-mileage history. The cabin is highly optioned for the era, featuring factory power windows and cruise control to make long weekend road trips exceptionally comfortable.
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