This wild Chevy C30 has a 6.2-liter LS3 V8 and an auto ‘box. The camper van’s cabin is bathed in wood and odd trimmings. River City Rods originally built the custom C30 for SEMA in 2017. Most camper vans are slow, dull, and forgettable. This one, built on a 1972 Chevrolet C30, is none of those things. It crosses the Mecum auction block in September, and while it may not be the most comfortable rig for a cross-country haul, it might be the most interesting camper we’ve ever come across. This unique Chevy was built by River City Rods for the SEMA Show in 2017 and is a sight to behold. It’s built around an upgraded C30 pickup, and the van section is completely custom, bathed in an intriguing combination of light blue and beige. Read: Rtech’s Chevy Ponderosa Will Make You Forget About The Silverado HD While built less than a decade ago, the interior has been designed to look like a camper that’s been used for decades. The walls and floors are clad in wood, and there’s a large sleeping area sitting above the cabin of the Chevy. Inside is an old boat engine, a small pair of skis, a seating area, plenty of speakers, and some very odd accouterments, including dozens of old tin cans in a cage hanging from the headliner. A V8 Monster Mecum Auctions Whereas most campers are usually incredibly slow, fitted with uninspiring engines, that’s not the case here. Power is provided by an LS3 6.2-liter naturally-aspirated V8 working alongside a 4L70E automatic transmission. There’s no word on how much this engine currently produces, but stock LS3s usually deliver around 430 hp. Like some of the finest restomods, the engine bay is immaculate. Helping to give this custom C30 its incredibly low ride height is an Air Ride suspension system, Ridetech air springs, and GSI control arms. It also features Wilwood brakes and 22-inch Sportz Slice wheels. Most campers are designed to disappear into a campground. This one rolls in looking like a lowrider with a V8 problem. If you think it belongs in your collection, Mecum has the listing and the full rundown. Mecum Auctions
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