Chevrolet K5 Blazer - 1st Gen (1969 to 1972)

The Chevrolet K5 Blazer was a series of SUVs introduced for the 1969 model year. The K5 Blazer was based on the Chevrolet C/K and was the company's smallest SUV offering at the time of its launch. The first generation was available in both rear and all wheel drive versions, and was powered by a selection of inline six (4.1L, 4.8L) and V8 (5.0L, 5.7L) engines. First generation K5 Blazers were only available as convertible trucks fitted with a removable hardtop, and were built until 1972, when they were replaced by the Second Generation Chevrolet K5 Blazer.