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June 6, 2018

100 Years of Chevrolet Truck History

First appearing in 1975 as a trim, the Chevrolet Silverado became a stand-alone model in 1999...

First appearing in 1975 as a trim, the Chevrolet Silverado became a stand-alone model in 1999 for the first time. It featured the new GMT800 platform, a new line of Vortec V-8 engines, a hydroformed frame, and new driver message center. It was powered by a 5.3L V-8 and achieved 270 hp.

​Photo courtesy of General Motors

First appearing in 1975 as a trim, the Chevrolet Silverado became a stand-alone model in 1999 for the first time. It featured the new GMT800 platform, a new line of Vortec V-8 engines, a hydroformed frame, and new driver message center. It was powered by a 5.3L V-8 and achieved 270 hp.

​Photo courtesy of General Motors
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