A Born Classic

THIS ’72 CHEVROLET C-10 STEP-SIDE HAS BEEN PART OF SPENCER GIBBER’S LIFE SINCE HIS PARENTS BROUGHT HIM HOME FROM THE HOSPITAL AFTER HE WAS BORN. Previously owned by his grandfather, the C-10 has belonged to Spencer for the past four years. When he turned 17 his grandfather handed down the truck to him with only minor modifications, including a shaved gas door, new mirrors, steel wheels and a yellow paint job.

Since getting his hands on the ’72 Chevy, Spencer has been working hard to put his own spin on the classic. He painted the base of the body black, making the Chevy look slender and setting off the yellow exterior in sharp contrast. The engine compartment complements the two-tone color scheme even as the custom-built, forward-tilting hood grabs the eye.

Yet the modifications don’t stop there. The C-10 also features a custom-built back-half from 2x3-inch box steel and bent tubing. Spencer added a hard line setup, to give the truck extra flare and set it apart from the crowd. Even the bodydrop adds to the unique style as the ’72 hovers over the pavement on 20-inch billet wheels. The Accuair e-level air ride features VIAIR 444C chrome compressors, offering enhanced performance, custom stance and reliability.

Even though Spencer looks forward to more modifications in the future, it’s easy to see why he and his C-10 take the title in “Hometown Heroes.”