Jamestown, CA – Authorities and investigators are searching for a fully restored 1971 Chevrolet K10 pickup truck that was reported stolen from a detached garage on a rural property in Jamestown, California. The theft is believed to have occurred on Saturday, July 6, 2025, and was discovered the following day.
The orange, four-wheel-drive Chevy K10 was secured inside a detached garage on the owner’s property when it was taken. The theft was reported to the Sonora Area California Highway Patrol under case number S054-425-25.
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The vehicle bears California license plate 5V69103 and VIN KE141Z623957. It features several custom upgrades that make it easily identifiable:
- Vent wings replaced with one-piece door glass
- TMI suede interior with custom one-piece door panels
- Modified dashboard with Autometer gauges (approx. 500 miles)
- Fresh orange paint on a fully restored body
The truck was in excellent condition at the time of the theft, with no prior mechanical or cosmetic issues.
🚙 About the 1971 Chevrolet K10
The 1971 Chevy K10 is a classic from the brand’s second-generation “Action Line” pickup series, known for its durability, 4×4 capabilities, and increasing collector value. As a short-bed, four-wheel-drive model, the K10 has become a sought-after vehicle in the classic truck market.
Older pickups like this are frequently targeted by thieves due to:
- High resale value in classic and collector markets
- Desirability for parting out or restoration use
- Vulnerability to VIN cloning or swapping
- Export demand in overseas markets
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