Trucks

"Wild Game" is a hunter inspired 1972 Chevrolet C-10 Custom Truck featuring a one-of-a-kind interior. The "C" in C10 stands for "Conventional" in reference to the truck's two-wheel-drive system, while the "10" refers to the half-ton rating of the truck's payload capacity. This nomenclature was used by Chevrolet to distinguish their line of pickup trucks throughout the 1960s to the 1980s. This beauty was fully restored y Sabra and his Texas build team.

The Fire Department. So I bidded on a truck and won the bid. That has started the journey of this Ford -880 project. Classic fire department trucks can be charming and many are still able to fight fires. This F880 has long been decommissioned as the rear carried the pumper. This is designed to be a fossil fuel powered truck owned by an oil executive. This is a tribute to our past and a celebration of the internal combustible engine.

The thing dreams are made of- This is the vehicle the client drove in high school. As a tribute to perfection, he decided to make his rag tag of a high school truck into a mean lean classic chevy truck masterpiece. The goal of this project is to build the truck he could only dream about when he was a kid.

Another mysterious Donor. Once again, we had a check arrive for a friend paying a debt for another friend have to his truck completed by Sabra and his Texas build team. One day we had to ask, did you pay for another truck to be complete years ago... after a humble pause, the answer was yes. Wow! The silent friend does not own a classic car, but determined it wise to help his friends enjoy their pastime. This truck has a story within a story.. within a story. She was a fun project for Sabra and his Texas build team.

Barrett-Jackson Build. Sabra is a avid car collector who regularly builds projects for the public and ofers them for sale through the world greatest car auction, Barrett-Jackson. Sabra has maintained a casual commitment to bring a minimum of 1 project for every Barrett -Jackson auction. A stepside truck is a full-size truck with a bed that has a step where the cab and bed meet, and large fenders that extend outside of the bed. The step makes it easier to load and unload the truck.

A Chevrolet 3600 truck is a pickup truck produced by Chevrolet between 1941 and 1946. These trucks were designed to have a rugged and massive look, and are considered to be part of the Art Deco truck era. The client's father researched the market and shared with his son, the best builder in the market is City Classic Cars owned by Sabra Johnson.

Green Thunder! The Chevy square body is a third-generation Chevrolet C/K pickup truck that was produced from 1973 to 1987. The truck was originally named the "Rounded Line" by General Motors, but the media and public nicknamed it the "square body" because of its boxy, straight-lined appearance. This is the owners high school truck reimagined and restored as a modern super truck. This truck was built to perform and look mean as it performed. Sabra intentionally kept much original and used color enhancers and a modified engine to make this fully restored truck exciting. .

The 1956 Ford Truck. She arrived a basket case and left whole and healed after Sabra's restoration process. The 1956 Ford F-100 is a full-size, two-door pickup truck that was part of the second generation of Ford's F-Series trucks. The 1956 model is considered the most desirable of the second-generation F-Series trucks, with its unique wraparound windshield and vertical pillars.

OBS Chevy Truck. An OBS Chevy truck is a Chevrolet C/K pickup truck from 1988–1998 that is known for its boxy, rugged look. The term "OBS" stands for "Old Body Style" and was coined by enthusiasts to describe these trucks. This truck was fully restored for a veteran of a armer services and purple heart recipient. Sabra and his team are always honored to work for the men and women that fight for democracy and freedom.

She is pretty! The 1954 F-100 was the last year for the flathead engine in the U.S. It introduced the new 239 CID overhead valve Y-block V8, called the "Power King". The six-cylinder engine's displacement was also increased from 215 to 223 CID. This paint looks like Candy, but it is a 2 stage with a base coat and a clear coat.

My Wife's Truck. Women in trucks loves trucks and men in Texas love restoring trucks for their wives. This Ford arrived as a tragic case study and leaves a glorious restoration. Life is hard and these old trucks take a beating through the years, but this one proved to be Ford Tough!

Just A Shop Truck. The female GM many years ago, used her brand new Mercedes to pickup parts and damaged her new car in the process. The owner was moved by this act of kindness, so he not only repaired the truck, but said one day you will receive a company vehicle to used for parts painted pink. So its just a shop truck, but every build has a unique story. But it was fun creating a cool project for the Shop GM who had been promised something for years. The interior and performance plan was designed by the GM.

The Bucket list Truck. A bucket list is a list of the experiences or achievements that a person hopes to have or accomplish during their lifetime. A bucket list is an itemized list of goals people want to accomplish before they “kick the bucket” — or die. The 1964 Chevrolet C10 is a half-ton pickup truck with a two-wheel-drive system. The basic body carried over through 1966 but was graced with restyled roof posts in 1964, giving the cab a more rakish appearance. New model designations debuted for 1960, with the former 3100-series half-ton tag traded for a “C10” identification, the “C” being short for “conventional,” or two-wheel-drive.

A mysterious donor. The 1967 Ford F-100 was a full-size pickup truck with a front engine and rear-wheel or four-wheel drive. It was part of the fifth generation of the Ford F-Series, which was produced from 1967 to 1972. The 1967 F-100 was available in three trim levels: standard cab, Custom Cab, and Ranger. It also featured a larger cab, sharper styling lines, and more engine options than the previous generation. The truck hit a wall financially and one day a mysterious payment arrived for the full payment. Later we learned a friend heard of the guys financial challenges to restoring and wrote a check for the full amount. Things moments are truly special.

S-10. Its a small truck, but big on style and custom built by Sabra and his Texas restoration team. The Chevrolet S-10 is a compact pickup truck produced by Chevrolet. It was the first domestically-built compact pickup of the big three American automakers.

The Jeep J10 is a full-size pickup truck that was produced from 1963 to 1987. It was part of the Jeep J-Series lineup, which also included the Honcho, Golden Eagle, and 10-4 trim packages. The J trucks are more truck than the scramblers, so Sabra decided a decorative modern interior infused with the grey stoic exterior would suggest this is not just a truck, but a J-10.

R-10 Square Body. Produced from 1973 to 1987, Square Body Chevy trucks are the third generation of the Chevrolet and GMC C/K pickups. The Square Body moniker comes from their box-like shape, despite being named the “Rounded-Line” generation by Chevy. The R in R10 stands for "rear-wheel drive". Chevrolet used the R series of names for their two-wheel drive trucks from 1987 to 1991. Before that, Chevrolet used the C series for two-wheel drive trucks and the K series for four-wheel drive trucks.

Restoration Rescue by Sabra. Another build started, stalled and built wrong. Sabra and his team corrected the many wrongs and install a fire breathing 383 stroker, custom interior, paint and corrected the chassis mistakes. The parts are from a 1955, 1954 and 1953 in some places because unscrupulous shops did the job wrong. Sabra and his team did the job right. The Chevrolet Task Force (or in some cases, Task-Force) is a light-duty (3100-short bed & 3200-long bed) and medium-duty (3600) truck series by Chevrolet introduced in 1955, its first major redesign since 1947.

Never forget the baby. A Restoration is often the start or continuance of a legacy. This picture captures the essence of restoration. The 1953 Chevrolet truck was part of the Advance Design series, which was a popular line of pickup trucks from 1947 to 1955. The 1953 model was designed to be user-friendly and comfortable, with many car-like features.

Restoration Safety Rescue. Someone at another shop decided an unsafe truck was the right pathway. Sabra discovered the problem and shared the realities with the client so a better decision could be formulated. Sabra has 3 priorities: safety first, function second and beauty third. Sabra does not compromise on safety ever.

The 1970 Ford F-250 boasted a design that was both straightforward and striking, with a broad grille and prominent headlights that commanded attention. Its exterior styling was a balance of function and form, featuring clean lines that suggested both strength and reliability. The Build plan is a retirement vehicle designed to pull a camper.

Dad's Lightning. The Ford F-150 Lightning is a classic muscle truck that combines the performance of a Mustang GT with the practicality of an F-150. This was a very tough build due to the hodge podge of parts and the difficulties of locating aftermarket parts. Finding the right parts for this truck was a serious challenge.

The 1969 GMC 1500 was part of the third year of GMC's "Action Line" pickup trucks. It had two bed styles: the Wideside with full width cargo space and the Fenderside with side steps. The 1500 had a basic grille with four headlights.

Fire Breathing Nasty Power! This C-10 is a true Restomod Truck. whose build was challenged during the Covid-19 era. Delays and slow downs from a broken supply chain caused emotional strain and required creative decision making. In the end, the dream was realized by Sabra and his Texas performance team.

Ford F 250 Budget Build. The 1977 Ford F-250 is a 3/4 ton pickup truck with a redesigned grille and a new top trim line called the Lariat package. It was part of the sixth generation of Ford F-Series trucks, which were produced from 1973 to 1979. Here are some more details about the 1977 Ford F-250. This one was scheduled to be complete under $100k which in the world of restoration is becoming harder and harder to achieve.

The Docs Ford... has some major metal and mechanical issues. The 3100 series is the designation for a half ton short bed. The second series trucks were the first redesign of Chevy trucks since 1947. Sabra and his team have healed the docs truck through their signature restoration process.

The Miami Couple. Per the clients, the best builders are in Texas. And the best in Texas is sabra Johnson and his network of restoration companies. The Power Wagon was the first 4x4 medium duty truck produced by a major manufacturer in a civilian version. It represents a significant predecessor to the many modern four-wheel drive trucks in use today. Sabra and his team turned a basic wagon into a show stopping giant.

It was my Dad's Truck. Most of the projects Sabra builds have some form of emotional connection fueled by a rich life experience. In this instance this was Dad's truck. The fifth generation of the F-Series was a departure from the past, featuring a more squared-off and muscular appearance. Ford introduced the "Ranger" trim level, offering a more luxurious experience for truck buyers

The Ranchers R-30 Truck. News flash- Texans like trucks. A 1987 Chevrolet dually was a heavy-duty truck with dual rear wheels on each side of the vehicle. The R-30 is a Chevrolet truck from the third generation of C/K trucks, produced in 1987. It was the last year of production for the C/K trucks in this generation. The R-30 was redesigned with a sculpted body, curved side glass, and GM's first crew cab built in-house. The R-series replaced the C-series for rear-wheel drive trucks, while the V-series replaced the K-series for four-wheel drive trucks. Sabra and his team had an assignment of custom while keeping the vehicle largely original and ranch ready. It's a significant predecessor to the many modern four-wheel drive trucks in use today. Sabra and his team turned a basic wagon into a show stopping giant.

Lots of Metal Problems... But she has cool potential. The 1968 Chevrolet C-10 is a two-wheel drive, half-ton pickup truck that is considered a collector's item today. Sabra and his team of artisans are a volume Truck Restoration company with credits in every era of truck restoration. When collectors want the best in the business of restoration, Sabra is always the first call.

She was a challenge no doubt, but she is a sought after collector truck. Although short beds are the most popular nothing is cooler than a restored long bed restomod truck. The basic body carried over through 1966 but was graced with restyled roof posts in 1964, giving the cab a more rakish appearance. New model designations debuted for 1960, with the former 3100-series half-ton tag traded for a “C10” identification, the “C” being short for “conventional,” or two-wheel-drive.

Major Engine Overhauls. At the end of the day, does the vehicle run and drive. Sabra continues to provide the services that started him in the business- classic car service. The hardest part of owning a classic vehicle is finding a mechanic that can repair the vehicle. Sabra and his Texas team knows classic cars and trucks.

The 1966 Ford F-100 was a full-size pickup truck that was part of the fourth generation of the Ford F-Series. It was produced from October 1960 to August 1966. Here are some features of the 1966 Ford F-100. Sabra and his team were able to help a family complete a financially friendly paint makeover.

The Bronco Truck. The 1971 Ford Bronco was an off-road vehicle and the first SUV developed by Ford. This truck arrived with major metal concerns, yet Sabra and his team restored every piece and rebuilt to perfection.

The Bullnose F-350 Ranch Truck. The bullnose is a big fun Ranch truck with Custom interior built for Sabra's personal use on his ranch. Sabra drives a Ford work series truck daily, so he decided to build a custom truck that was ranch inspired. A bullnose Ford truck is a Ford pickup truck with a rounded nose, similar to the nose of a bull. The term "bullnose" is used to describe the truck's distinctive nose shape. Sabra rarely gets to build a project for himself, yet this is one that was built and his enjoyed by Sabra. Sabra also allows brides in the Houston market to use his truck for ranch themed weddings and special events.

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The 1947 Ford F1 is a one-ton pickup truck with a stake-style bed and a 6-cylinder engine. It was named after George Washington Carver, a farmer and agricultural scientist. Here are some features of the 1947 Ford F1. The 1947 Ford F1 has a waterfall grille, full-width fenders with lights in the catwalk area, and a new hood ornament with a blue plastic insert. The 1947 model is similar to the 1946 model, but the red accents from the grill and the two small lights above it were removed.

The 1960-1966 Chevrolet trucks marked the first generation of the C/K series, a significant evolution in Chevrolet's approach to pickup design and functionality. This era introduced several key innovations and design shifts that set the stage for future developments in the truck industry.

HMMWV is an acronym for High Mobility Multipurpose Wheeled Vehicle, which is a type of military vehicle also known as the Humvee. The Humvee is a lightweight, four-wheel drive, diesel-powered truck that is used by the United States military and other countries.