--- title: "Buy This 1991 Chevy Pickup With a Long Bed Log Cabin in the Back" date: "2024-11-22" modified: "2024-11-22" authors: - name: "Nico DeMattia" job_title: "Contributing Writer" link: "https://www.thedrive.com/authors/nico-demattia" url: "https://www.thedrive.com/news/buy-this-1991-chevy-pickup-with-a-long-bed-log-cabin-in-the-back" categories: - "Chevrolet News" - "News" - "News by Brand" tags: - "1500" - "Chevrolet" - "pickup" --- # Buy This 1991 Chevy Pickup With a Long Bed Log Cabin in the Back ![]() *\Via Facebook Marketplace\* Despite not being much of a camper myself, I understand the appeal of a camper vehicle. The idea of being able to wander around the world like a nomad, making a home wherever you lay your head, is adventurous and exciting. But specially built vans, trucks, and RVs can be expensive. That's why this Birmingham, Alabama local decided to craft a cheaper version out of a 1991 [Chevrolet]() 1500 pickup, and if you want it, [he'll sell it to you]() for $7,500. The truck itself is a good one. [GM's GMT400 C/K series]() were solid, dependable workhorses with bulletproof V8s and they still look good today. This one also has a spectacularly period-correct red interior. Its bed was then fitted with a high-top fiberglass camper shell, which the seller fully decked out in cedar. *Oh yes.* ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() When you open the camper's tailgate, you're welcomed by a log cabin-esque front door finished in cedar shake siding. There are drawers, a water hose port, and even what seems to be a doorbell. Open that door, and you'll find a bed and a countertop featuring a sink and a single stovetop burner. I'm not sure how often I'd want to cook over an open flame inside a tinder box with little airflow, but it's there for those brave enough. That's not all, though. What's most impressive is that it also has an air conditioner, recessed lighting, a TV, and a roof-mounted 100-watt solar panel to power it all. It can be a fully usable camper if you're OK with the cramped interior. ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() Since it's a 4x4 Chevy, it's capable off-road, making it great for people who want to camp far off the beaten trail. And it should be pretty reliable, even if the truck isn't in perfect shape. But, hey, for $7,500 you're getting both a pickup truck and a camper. It's unclear how much of the camper conversion is reversible but if you did want to take it off, it shouldn't be too complicated since it's mainly just an aftermarket camper top and cedar planks. And because the seller is such a nice fella, he even offers personal financing. *Got tips? Send 'em to tips@thedrive.com* ## Author Nico is a writer and reviewer from New Jersey who probably thinks he’s a lot funnier than he actually is. His love of cars began when he was just a kid playing Gran Turismo 3, grinding out enough race wins with a Mazda Miata to save up for an in-game RUF 911. That passion for small, lightweight sports cars drove his desire to learn more about the industry, get his hands on as many cars as he could, and bring those experiences to life on the page. He cut his teeth writing about BMWs, Volkswagens, and Audis, mostly, and has owned far too many of each. He’s on his fourth 3 Series sedan, but all of his old, cheap German cars have forced him to learn more about car maintenance than his mechanical capability can handle. Too many late nights have been spent scrambling to get a car running by morning so he could get to work. For some reason, he never seems to learn that old Bimmers probably aren’t the best daily drivers. But he loves more than just old German cars. He’ll gladly drive and discuss anything with four (or even three) wheels. Cars aren’t his only passions, though. Nico is also a big nerd and loves movies, video games, comic books, and cares far too much about the New York Giants. So don’t be surprised if you see football references or dumb, obscure movie quotes in any of his car reviews. ### Author social links [Instagram]() [LinkedIn]()