The Chevy S-10 enjoys a rich history as one of the country's most successful compact pickup trucks. It premiered for the 1983 model year equipped with a modest 2.0L four-cylinder engine capable of around 82 horsepower, although a heftier 2.8L OHV V6 also became available as an option. Engines were mated to a standard four-speed manual transmission with an optional three-speed automatic offered as well. Before the end of its first year on the road, a five-speed manual transmission also joined the lineup. Throughout its first year on the road, the S-10 was assembled only with the front-wheel drive layout. In 1983, Chevy extended the wheelbase to 122.9 inches, giving the truck an overall better ride. Sales boomed for 1983 with Chevy selling over 179,157 units, only to be outdone the next year with 209,377.
In 1985, the Chevy S-10 got revamped exterior accessories with new badges and a revised tailgate. 4x4 versions of the model received a 2.5L OHV four-cylinder engine as standard. Dubbed the "Iron Duke", it became the primary engine equipped for the S-10 lineup and proved to be a popular upgrade over the first year's configuration. The fuel-injected V6 provided a boost up to 125 horsepower. Fuel injection, together with other power-enhancing Chevy S-10 parts, was also used for the four-cylinder engine beginning in 1987 and by 1988, a 4.3L Vortec V6 became available. Before the end of the decade, antilock brakes were added into the list of standard Chevy S-10 parts, helping sales continue going strong. A new grille was implemented in the beginning of the '90s, as were square headlights, signifying the first major exterior restyling cues in a few years.
Chevy rolled out the second generation S-10, complete with the sportier high-performing SS, in 1994. Available in regular, extended, and crew cab, long and short beds were offered along with the Sportside bed being introduced in 1996. For the first few years, a 2.2L four-cylinder engine was standard with the rear-wheel drive. The four-wheel drive version of the truck got a 4.3L V6 that put out 165 horsepower (which was optional on the rear-wheel drive S-10). Engines were mated to either a five-speed manual transmission or four-speed automatic. As for safety, rear antilock brakes were standard with four-wheel ABS brakes offered as an option on four-cylinder engines but were included with all V6 models. A driver airbag arrived for the second year in 1995. 1998 saw the S-10 improved with a more distinctive front-end, upgraded interior, and dual airbags. A year later the S-10 Xtreme debuted. Offered only in rear-wheel drive, the Xtreme showed off ground effects, wheel flares, a sport-tuned suspension, and other parts and accessories in an effort to attract a youthful demographic. Two years later in 2001, a four-door crew cab was introduced with the capacity to fit five passengers.
More of a template than a model, the Chevy S-10 has been the benchmark for future successes that GM has created, including the buzz-worthy Sonoma. The S series has given all of the specs and ideals that compact trucks need in order to attain consistent victory: reliability, uncompromising handling, and a comfy atmosphere inside the cab. The S-10's presence has only been made more credible with today's recent obsession with the compact truck, thus the reason why drivers are weary to relinquish such an admired piece of machinery.
If you really want to see what your truck is capable of, Chevy S-10 Accessories and Parts are the way to go. CARiD.com carries a complete selection of Chevy S-10 accessories for you to choose from, including grilles, tonneau covers, dash kits, chrome trim, bed rails, floor mats, and so much more! All of our Chevy S-10 accessories and parts come from the best manufacturers in the game to ensure a concise OEM fit along with unrivaled durability. This is where your truck comes to play!
GRILLCRAFT® - BG Series Polished Billet Grille
Chevy S-10 1998, BG-Series Polished Billet Grille by GrillCraft®, 2 Pieces. The BG-Series Billet Grilles are made from 6061 T6 Aluminum. All BG-Series grilles have a high-luster polished front face with a black baked-on powder coating finish background, giving a delicate thin-cut look to the very...
Market price: $82.46
Xenon™ - Body Styling Kit
# XN-55XX - Chevrolet S-10 Blazer 4DR 1998-2003, Body Styling Kit by Xenon™. This kit consists of Side Skirts, Bumper Cover, Rear Spats. Each part may be ordered separately.
Market price: $1,011.43
PUTCO® - Chrome Tail Light Bezels
Chevy S-10 2002, Chrome Tail Light Bezels by Putco®. High grade ABS plastic ensures extreme durability, while the shiny mirror-like chrome finish enhances the entire style of your vehicle. The installation is a breeze due to the pre-applied 3M™ tape.
Market price: $77.53
WeatherTech® - All-Weather Floor Mats
Chevy S-10 1982, All-Weather Floor Mats by WeatherTech®. The mats have deeply sculpted channels designed to trap water, road salt, mud and sand. All-Weather Floor Mats also have anti-skid ridges to prevent shifting in your vehicle and come with a protective, non-stick finish to make cleanup q...
Market price: $56.25 - $68.69
K&N® - 57 Series Generation II Air Intake Kit
Chevy S-10 1998, 57 Series Generation II Air Intake Kit by K&N®. This kit improves airflow into your engine. It includes a K&N air filter and a custom designed air intake tube. The K&N filter increases the airflow and the intake tube smoothes that airflow into the engine. The result is more h...
Market price: $304.61 - $313.19
NOTTO® SE - LED Daytime Running Lights (12.00" Length)
Universal LED Daytime Running Lights (DRL) by Notto®, 1 Pair, 12.00" Length Each. Many studies have concluded that Daytime Running Lights (DRL) improve driving safety by making cars more conspicuous during daylight. But many cars, especially older models, don't have DRLs and even vehicles that do...
Market price: $124.93
SPYDER® - Smoke Crystal Headlights
Chevy S-10, Smoke Crystal Headlights by Spyder®, 1 Pair. An attractive pair of Crystal Headlights featuring the latest custom design emits such light beams that improve performance over the factory lights and increase safety on the road.
Market price: $200.00
Magnaflow® - Cat-Back System - 1 Tip, Single Rear Side Exit, Crew Cab V6 4.3L
# MGN-15825 - Chevy S10 2001-2004, V6 4.3L Crew Cab Pickup, GAS, 55.2 Bed Length; ZR5 - Cat-Back System. Features: 5 x 8 x 18 In. Muffler, 2.5 In. Tubing, 3.5 In. Tip; Single Rear Side Exit.
Market price: $618.63A custom-made Chevrolet S10 pickup truck has recently overthrown a common view on what Chevys fastest model might be. Most people would suggest a high-performance Camaro or Corvette, but that would be completely wrong. With a 12,000-hp jet engine under the hood, the Chevy S10 is now the fastest Chevy on the planet.
The jet turbine powering the monster S10 lets the truck run the 0-60 sprint in about 1.5 seconds. The average top speed is around 350 mph with the record-breaking speed reaching 375 mph. Thats much more than the fastest production car in the world, the Bugatti Veyron, can make.
The owner of the fastest Chevy truck, Neal Darnell of Springfield, MO., bought his Chevrolet S10 replica in 2002. The vehicle was already fitted with a Pratt & Whitney jet engine that made overwhelming 12,000 horsepower. Neal had been involved in motor sports for most of his life, so he trained up to withstand the g-force such engine would cause and received all the needed licenses from the NHRA and the IHRA Drag Racing so that his pickup beast would be eligible for competition.
The name Flash Fire Jet Truck gives a pretty much clear idea of what this unique Chevy S10 is capable of.
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