The Cateye design was a unique headlight design available on some old pickups. And although it seems like an obscure feature, truck enthusiasts still seek out the specialized models on the used market.
, a few models, mostly from 2003-2007 (in the Classic version), were classified with the Cateye design. The name was derived from their slanted headlights, which were reminiscent of a cat's eyes.
Even the front end had an angry look to it due to the raised hood and oddly shaped bumper. These vehicles were very popular because they would look good no matter what mod you might want to install.
For the 2007 model year, Chevy did a full redesign to counter many critics' complaints about the previous generation's flaws, according to
. The Cateye design was gone, except for in its classic version model.
Still, Cateye trucks have lived on. Enthusiasts customize the models with a show build, lowered stance, or even an off-road setup. The design never seems to get old, either. Owners can take their 10-year-old (or older) model and it would fit right in sitting next to a brand new one.
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Perhaps the most recognizable Cateye truck is the Chevrolet Silverado. The pickup sported the Cateye design for a few years and continues to be popular in the used truck market.
One of the reasons truck enthusiasts opt to invest in a used Silverado is their performance. Its engines tend to be more reliable and cheaper to work on than the newer ones we see today.
That's because the 6.0-liter V8 and the LBZ diesel engines were built before the displacement on-demand technology came out. Ironically, older models, with less fancy tech, proved to be more reliable. Despite the extra costs that are associated with running the diesel, owners still go out of their way to find these models.
There were other Cateye pickups, too. The Chevy Trailblazer, for example, also sported the Cateye design, but it wasn't as sought after as the Silverado pickup.
There were further unique features available on the Cateye models. Trucks such as the 2003 model year offered the old Lazy-boy seats in the front and would handle up to five passengers with the two-door versions, according to
The headroom was also fairly expansive, with 41 inches of space—which topped the Ford F150 by almost an inch. The backseat in the extended cab version had 38.4 inches, which was plenty of room for the taller passengers.
A lot of items were new in 2003, which included the airbag and electrical systems, taillamps, wheels, ventilation, and even the stereo unit.
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