Isuzu P’up Its name is the word ‘pickup’, abbreviated. This truck was around since 1972 as the Chevy Luv. In 1981, Isuzu finally marketed it as their own. Two trim levels were sold, which were base and Deluxe. Two different powerplants were offered. First was a 1.8L SOHC 1bbl I4 that made 80hp and 95 […]
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Isuzu I-Mark
I-Mark Isuzu entered the American car market in 1981 with its I-Mark. The car had a 94.3 inch wheelbase, with an overall length of 171 inches. Curb weight averaged 2200 lbs. In this early era of front wheel drive cars arriving, the I-Mark was still a rear wheel drive standout. Two different engines were the […]
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GMC S15
GMC S15 The S15 was introduced for the 1982 model year. It was cousin to the Chevrolet S10 and was GMC’s first compact truck. Engines this year were an 84hp 1.9L 2bbl Isuzu I4 and a 110hp 2.8L 2bbl Chevrolet V6. Torque was 101 and 148 respectively on each. 1983, the final year we cover, […]
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Chevrolet S10
Chevrolet S10 The S10 was introduced as Chevrolet’s own ‘in house’ compact truck. Though the 1982 model year overlapped with each, it effectively replaced the Chevy Luv. In it’s inaugural year, it was only available in standard cab and 2 wheel drive configuration. The first engines provided in the build sheet were as follows. First […]
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Chevrolet Luv
Chevrolet Luv The Luv truck was in its second year for ’73. Its name was an acronym for ‘Light Utility Vehicle’. Imported from Isuzu, the truck had quad round headlamps up until 1977. This was a very basic truck in the first generation. Initially powering these was a 75hp 1.8L SOHC 1bbl I4 with a […]
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