On the Auction Block: 1978 Chevrolet Blazer "Vic Hickey" Edition

Welcome to another chapter of "On the Auction Block" where i showcase cars that stood out at the 2011 Palm Beach Auction. This time we have a tricked out classic SUV built before vehicles like this became the ride of choice for soccer moms.

What we got here is a 1978 Chevrolet "Trail" Blazer, tricked out with some off road goodies. Now lifted and custom trucks aren't exactly unique down here in South Florida. But what makes this truck unique is that all of the after market off road goodies are just as old as the truck itself, installed during the glory days of custom trucks and vans.

The truck was customised by Vic Hickey, a custom off road vehicle designer who did alot of work on GM vehicles including coming up with the design for the Blazer itself. He also was the leading designer behind the creation of the Lunar Rover as well as what would be known as the Humvee.

This truck is completely original inside and out, and by that i mean original the way its customised. Custom features include a bull bar, billet grille, fog lamps, gold painted spare tire rack and taillight guards as well as a 70s black and gold two tone. The interior is also original, though sharp eyed viewers will note the roll cage behind the seats and fire extinguisher as well as the Lev-O-Meter above the speedometer and tach. Nice feature.