Roadster Shop is known for building chassis that handle like supercars, but at SEMA 2025, they brought a truck that looked like it just rolled out of a barn. Their Survivor Build 1968 C10 was easily one of the most talked-about vehicles in the hall. At first glance, it looks like a weathered workhorse wearing decades of patina. But once you look past the faded paint, you realize this is a 1,000-horsepower monster that’s engineered to embarrass modern sports cars.
1,000 Horsepower On E85
The heart of this build is a masterpiece by Wegner Motorsports. It’s a 376-cubic-inch LS3, but it’s force-fed by a massive 2.9-liter Whipple supercharger. On E85, this setup delivers a reliable 1,000 horsepower. To keep the engine bay looking period-correct, Roadster Shop adapted vintage finned small-block valve covers to fit the LS heads and coated everything in a uniform Cerakote finish. Managing the chaos is an HP Tuners CORE ECU, which provides the necessary traction control to keep the truck pointed straight.
Modern Drivetrain And Chassis
Putting four-digit power to the ground required some serious hardware. The engine is backed by a robust 8HP90 transmission prepared by Bowler. The coolest trick? It features a Bluetooth bump-shift module integrated into the factory column shifter, blending old-school operation with lightning-fast modern shifts. The 1968 C10 rides on a Roadster Shop Fast Track solid-axle chassis with a 9-inch rearend. The stance is perfected by Forgeline OE1 billet wheels that mimic the look of stock steelies and hubcaps, wrapped in sticky Nitto NT555 rubber measuring 315 mm wide in the rear.
High-Tech Interior Craftsmanship
Inside, the cabin is a mix of digital precision and handcrafted luxury. The driver looks at Dakota Digital RTX gauges housed in a custom billet bezel machined in-house. Roadster Shop utilized 3D printing for the kick panels, center console, and A/C vents to ensure a fit and finish that factory parts could never achieve. Catos Custom Upholstery handled the stitch work, while a MOMO Prototipo steering wheel on an IDIDIT tilt column adds a touch of racing flair.
Custom Woodwork And Details
The owner, who runs Brent’s Custom Cabinets, crafted the custom Zebrawood bed floor, door panel inserts, and dash accents for the final touches. It adds a layer of warmth and texture that contrasts perfectly with the raw mechanicals. This 1968 C10 balances heritage and performance perfectly, proving that you don’t need shiny paint to steal the show at SEMA.
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