Beware of the Dangerous Chopped Chevy 1500
A modified 1998 Chevy 1500 extended cab lacking a bed and with a shortened wheelbase is currently for sale on Facebook Marketplace for $2,000. The modification involved removing the bed, cutting the ladder frame off at the cab, and moving the rear axle forward by several feet. The truck's handling characteristics and safety are a concern due to the chassis not being designed for a wheelbase that short and the rear bulkhead not being designed to be rear-ended directly. The truck is described as dangerous and a potential ticket to an extended stay in a hospital bed.