'The Admiral' 1969 Chevy K5 Blazer Restomod
Iconic Built crafted "The Admiral" from a 1969 Chevrolet K5 Blazer, a truck-based SUV that built its reputation on ranches and job sites, arriving shortly after Ford's Bronco kicked off the segment. The shop keeps that original body and reworks everything underneath for comfort and performance. A 460-horsepower crate V8 and 10-speed automatic replace the original workhorse drivetrain, while a reinforced frame and a lifted stance over 35-inch tires add real capability without sacrificing ride quality. The details are where the value of the restomod shows: the fuel door disappears behind the taillight, the tailgate opens with a hidden handle, and the running boards retract until they're needed. Inside, hand-built seats and custom door panels replace the Blazer's spartan original cabin, and a sound system is built into the doors. Finished in a two-tone Marine Blue and English White, it looks like a classic from the outside and feels nothing like one once the doors close.
