SEMA 2007: The "Big Red" 2008 Chevy Silverado HD Crew Z71 Brings Long-Lasting Freshness

Yes, just because you can't get the off-road Z71 package on the Silverado 2500HD doesn't mean you don't want it really really badly, especially if you're a fan of the big-boy HD trucks. So, the folks at GM Accessories and Chevy have combined forces to provide y'all with "Big Red" here, a concept that merges the popular package with the quite likable 2008 Chevy Silverado 2500HD Crew Cab and its 6.6-liter Duramax turbo-diesel engine. Now that's a lot of off-roadin' torque power they've wrapped up in a paint job meant to be reminiscent of Dale Earnhardt Jr's "Big Red" Silverado that debuted at last year's SEMA show. Except, you know, without the whole giant signature on the side.

Big Red SEMA Chevy Silverado HD

CHEVROLET HD CREW Z71 'BIG RED'

Taking cues from Dale Earnhardt Jr.'s "Big Red" Silverado that debuted at SEMA in 2006, the '08 Silverado HD Crew Z71 Big Red demonstrates how that expressive concept's unique features would look with production-type components. It combines numerous GM Accessories inspired by Earnhardt's Big Red and features additional custom touches. It also supposes the popular Z71 off-road package on the Silverado 2500HD - a model not offered by the factory. It's powered by the 6.6L Duramax turbo-diesel V-8 and a six-speed Allison transmission.

Vehicle highlights:

• Silverado 2500HD Crew Cab 4x4
• Z71 grille and bumper; underbody protection
• Z71 badging on floor mats, sill plates and instrument cluster
• 6.6L Duramax diesel with Allison six-speed automatic transmission
• "Earnhardt Red" exterior color
• Lifted ride height
• Rancho shocks
• Ballistic nylon seat material

GM Accessories features (production and concept):

• 20 x 35-inch wheel-and-tire package (concept)
• Box storage management system
• Portable DVD player system
• Integrated loading ramp running boards
• Chrome door and tow hooks
• Light bar integrated in GMA box rail
• Fuel door (concept)
• Bed rug
• Two-way remote start
• HD billet grille
• Hood louvers
• Rear wheelhouse liners

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