1993 Chevrolet 454 SS - 7.4L V8 - Last Year Made - 1 Of Only 843!

1993 Chevrolet 454 SS

3rd Owner (current owner purchased in 2003)

89,986 original miles

Garage Kept

All original except performance chip and Boston Acoustics mid-plates in dash

The 1993 Chevrolet 454 SS was the final year of production for this rare, factory performance pickup based on the GMT400 C1500 platform (regular cab, short bed/Fleetside, 2WD only). It was a muscle truck featuring a big-block V8 in a half-ton package, positioned as a high-performance option with enhanced handling and cooling.

• Total production for 1993: 843 units (the lowest of the run)
• AI research states this is the highest 1993 VIN number known, so this is potentially one of the last built
• Overall 1990–1993 total: Approximately 16,953 trucks

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• 1990: 13,748 (over 80% of total production; black only)
• 1991: 983
• 1992: 1,379
• 1993: 843 (only 123 produced in black with red interior)

Key Specifications (1993 Model)

• Engine: 7.4L (454 ci) L19 TBI (throttle-body injected) Mark IV big-block V8. Rated at 255 hp @ 4,000 rpm and 405 lb-ft torque @ 2,400 rpm (up from 230 hp/385 lb-ft in 1990 thanks to dual exhaust and tuning)
• Transmission: 4L80E heavy-duty 4-speed automatic (improved over the 1990 3-speed TH400)
• Rear Axle: 9.5" 14-bolt semi-floating limited-slip differential with 4.10:1 gears
• Performance (period tests/stock):

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• 0–60 mph: ~7.1–7.2 seconds
• Quarter-mile: ~15.7 seconds @ ~87 mph
• Top speed: ~107–120 mph (limited by gearing/aero)
• Fuel economy: Around 9–11 mpg combined (25-gallon tank)
• Suspension and Handling: Bilstein 46mm shocks, heavy-duty front anti-roll bar (1.3"), quick-ratio steering (12.7:1), heavy-duty radiator, and engine/transmission coolers
• Wheels/Tires: Chrome 6-slot 15" wheels with 275/60R15 tires
• Exterior Features: Body-color bumpers/mirrors, black grille with red badging, front air dam with fog lights, sport mirrors, 454 SS decals on bed sides, composite headlights
• Interior: Silverado trim level with bucket seats and center console. Power windows/locks, A/C standard. No tach in 1990; added later
• Dimensions: ~194" long, 117.5" wheelbase, curb weight ~4,500–4,600 lbs
• Base Price (1993): Around $21,240.