1986 Chevrolet Blazer

SUV

6.2 L Diesel

Automatic

1G8ED18J5GF101436

Clear

Diesel

Are you a prepper / survivalist nut (like me)? Do you crave a real man's vehicle that will take you anywhere and let you pull tree stumps out of the earth if they get in your way? Are you looking for an authentic, "I've been to hell and I'm going back," rolling chassis with original military grade paint (called CARC, which stands for Chemical Agent Resistant Coating)? How about that perfect addition to the mountain militia armada?Do you want a vehicle that features no complicated computers and electronics and still has the old round air filter housing that sits on top of the engine with a little butterfly nut instead of the goofy air canister casings that are off to the side and out of the way in the engine compartment found on modern cars? How about a bare bones - no carpet interior that embodies the spirit of the no-frills, exclusive society of men that own at least two handguns, two rifles and a shotgun, and secretly cry while watching movies like Gran Torino? Then look no further than the ex-military M1009 CUCV. What the heck is a CUCV? It stands for Commercial Utility Cargo Vehicle and was brought into military service as a converted civilian vehicle intended as an intermediary for the more expensive and capable amphibious Gama Goat and the rock climbing, trail blazing HMMWV. It is rumored that while the M1009 served in combat during Desert Storm, the results were "less than desirable," and it has been supplanted by the Humvee (HMMWV) it was intended to support. By now you're burning with curiosity - what is a M1009 exactly? It's an old Blazer with a diesel engine. The models converted for military use were built from 1983 to 1987 - the big hair years. Despite its ordinary K5 Blazer heritage, you just can't ignore the standard rifle rack. It does hold only two rifles, but hey, that's better than the over-the-top expensive and plushy Tahoe at your local dealer which has no hunting accessories at all! There is no end to the benefits of owning a Blazer CUCV, not to mention that the official designation of your M1009 sounds a lot like a really big caliber weapon that needs a tripod to operate safely. The combination of the 6.2 liter diesel engine with the tough TH400 transmission and the locking differentials hooked to the NP-208 chain driven transfer case make this militarily inadequate SUV the perfect off-roader for the tough and independent outdoorsman. This one has been used as a daily driver and has no known issues at this time. It has a replacement gear reduction starter. The seat covers, depicted, are not included. The front wheel bearings were just replaced along with front and rear brakes. You want independence? You want to be different? You want to be the epitome of the rugged individualist? Then find yourself a good used M1009 to put those MRE's and camping supplies in and take off for parts unknown. (Don't forget the toolbox, it's 3o years old)