This 1977 GMC Vandura 35 (chassis TLG357U518434) comes equipped with a very rare, semi factory official, aftermarket 4×4 conversion and looks to be in pretty incredible condition throughout. The seller says it runs a new, correct 350 and mechanicals sound to be just as good as cosmetics. Paint is a recent, factory correct respray, and matches remarkably well preserved cargo area finish very well. We especially dig the black steelies and beefy tires, endowing the truck with an absolutely killer stance. Find it here on eBay in Ventura, California with reserve not met.

The seller says that both bodywork and paint are virtually flawless, matched by very good brightwork and trim. Paint is a recent, factory correct respray necessitated by some fade, but it matches untouched door jambs and cargo area finish very well. Eight lug wheels wear new 33-12.50 x 16.5 BFG All-Terrains, and the stance is spot-on perfect. Note the twin side exit exhaust tips, too–they’re located well, but perhaps a bit small in diameter.

The interior features original paint on all surfaces and generally still looks very good, including the big, brightly colored dash and doghouse. A few aftermarket gauges have been installed in the center, but things otherwise appear unmodified, including the standard, pencil-thin rimmed plastic steering wheel.

Here’s a look at the 4×4 instruction plaque. Pathfinder converted these trucks from new, which were then offered for sale through regular Chevy and GMC dealerships.

Though more orange to our eyes, this color’s official GM name is Cardinal Red. Incredibly, the seller says that all interior paint including that on the remarkably well preserved cargo area floors, walls and ceiling remains all original. Check out the matching spare–somehow we dig the all-black rolling stock look seen on the exterior, though normally it’s preferable to have the raised white letters facing out.

Originally fitted with a 350, the van now runs a recently installed crate replacement fitted with an Edelbrock Performer intake manifold and matching 600 CFM carb. The seller says it “Starts at the first turn of the key, idles smoothly, and after moving the gear selector to 2-High, is able to hold its own on the fast-moving California freeways.” Check out the tattered original seats. The plaid pattern and colors are really cool and suit the van perfectly, and if at all possible really ought to be replicated if the next owner springs for new upholstery.

Things look good underneath as well, and the seller claims no rust. Note the reddish factory primer visible in several spots.

Though obviously too nice to really abuse off-road, this one still wins us over based on little more than its color, condition and stance. Reupholster those seats in NOS material, think about fitting slightly larger exhaust tips and leave the rest alone.