An Unconventional Approach
Most modified Chevrolet Blazers we see are lifted and turned into powerful off-roaders. But not this one. This low-slung orange 1971 Blazer, set to be auctioned at the end of this month, has been reimagined for a completely different purpose.
Instead of becoming a rock crawler, this stunning Blazer has been rebuilt into a two-door convertible pickup that hugs the asphalt like a show car on its way to victory at a weekly meet. It might not be to everyone’s taste, but with the right bid, it could cost more than a new Ferrari 296 GTB.
A Completely New Foundation
Everything under the body is new. The Blazer is now mounted on a custom-designed chassis and fitted with an adjustable AccuAir suspension that can lower the car almost flush with the road surface.
Power from Cadillac Blackwing
Like any good restomod, this car received a new engine. And it’s not just any production motor. Power is provided by the brutal 6.2-liter supercharged LT4 V8 from General Motors, found in the Cadillac CT5-V Blackwing, which delivers 668 horsepower. This isn’t just a crate engine dropped into the old spot. Integrating it required reworking the hood, and the LT4 is paired with a 10-speed automatic transmission.
Perhaps even more impressive than the mere fact of having a modern V8 in a 55-year-old Chevrolet is how clean the engine bay looks. There are no visible cables, and the fluid reservoirs are subtly integrated under several panels painted in the body color. Even the air intake is hidden from view.
Exterior and Interior
The car’s exterior is also striking. The Chevrolet is painted in Arancio California—a shade of orange from Lamborghini’s palette. It also sits on 22-inch rose gold and black wheels and is equipped with upgraded Wilwood brakes.
Notably, the interior looks just as dramatic as the outside. It is fully updated with a digital instrument cluster, a large central multimedia screen, and dark brown leather on the dashboard, seats, and transmission tunnel. Bright fabric inserts, a sports steering wheel, and a custom-designed audio system with Alpine and JL Audio components are also present.
Auction Expectations
The auction house Mecum Auctions expects this pickup to sell for a price between $325,000 and $425,000. That’s a serious amount for a Blazer, but it’s hard to argue with the quality of execution. Uniqueness doesn’t come cheap.
This project clearly demonstrates how a classic car can be transformed into a modern high-performance machine while retaining its identity. The combination of Cadillac power, Lamborghini-exclusive paint, and a meticulously thought-out interior makes it not just a restomod, but a true automotive art object. Such projects often set trends for future generations of enthusiasts, showing the limits of what’s possible in automotive tuning. The auction price will be a good indicator of how much the market values such bold and detailed work.