Classic Truck Performance

1972 Blazer

ack in 1969 the K5 Blazer entered the space between the 1/2-ton pickup and the Suburban and was often used as a recreational vehicle since it didn’t serve as a practical truck or an efficient people-mover. The K5 Blazer was more of a purpose-built play toy that gave you just enough room to pile a few buddies inside and hit the trail. This ’72 Chevy K5 Blazer lived the life of most four-wheel-drive trucks. It

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