Some enthusiasts follow a well-worn path with their project build, while others march to a very different drummer to create something genuinely unique. This 1995 Chevrolet S-10 is a perfect example of the latter, with the seller ditching its steel body in favor of a fiberglass boat shell. It has generated a surprising amount of interest, suggesting that plenty of people crave a vehicle that will stand out in a crowd. The seller has listed the Boatcar here on eBay in Roswell, Georgia. Thirty-two bids have pushed the price beyond the reserve to $20,600.

Okay, we probably need to clarify a couple of points before diving deep into this classic. The first is that it is street-legal and is regularly used for weekend outings. The second is that its amphibious abilities are no better than you might expect from a standard 1995 S-10 Pickup. Drive this baby down a bot ramp and it will perform a passable impression of the Titanic, minus Jack and Rose. It isn’t the first such vehicle produced by the seller, meaning that they have experience with such builds. They grafted a 23-foot Ebbtide Cruiser shell onto the frame and mechanical components onto a Chevrolet S-10 frame and drivetrain, creating a genuinely unique vehicle. The finish is quite impressive, with no evidence of shortcuts or other problems. Body rust will never be an issue, and the seller doesn’t mention frame shortcomings. The fiberglass is in good order, and the vehicle features lights and other equipment that ensures it complies with legislative requirements. My only qualm would be maneuvering this classic because there is an enormous distance between the driver’s seat and the prow. If it doesn’t already have one, I would probably install a small camera to reduce the possibility of bumps or other problems.

This classic’s custom touches don’t extend beyond the cosmetic, with the body draped over a standard 1995 Chevrolet S-10 frame and drivetrain. It derives its power from a 4.3-liter V6, with shifting duties performed by a four-speed automatic transmission. The V6 should produce around 190hp and 260 ft/lbs of torque, and since the fiberglass might be lighter than the original steel, performance may be better than the figures quoted by Chevrolet. Potential buyers should consider it a turnkey proposition. It runs and drives well, with the seller using it for weekend outings and trips to shows. There’s a good chance that if the winning bidder follows the same path, they might walk away from a few shows with a healthy collection of silverware.

The seller integrates as much of the donor S-10’s interior trim as possible into the Boatcar for an easy build. It features the correct seats, dash, and controls. Many surfaces sport matching carpet that integrates everything nicely, and the only question mark hangs over what the slipcovers are hiding. There may not be any problems, because the covers look like waterproof ones that are a wise investment due to the vehicle’s lack of weather protection. There is no cracked or broken plastic, but there is one further ace up this Boatcar’s sleeve. The seller says it will accommodate a pair of rear jump seats to allow four people to enjoy the motoring experience. However, with these removed, the area can be filled with ice and drinks to create the ultimate party machine.

Words almost fail me whenever I look at the seller’s images of this 1995 Chevrolet S-10 Boatcar. The bidding action has been impressive, and with forty-four people adding it to their Watch List, it may intensify as the end draws near. It will undoubtedly divide opinions among Barn Finds readers, but is this a custom classic that you would be tempted to pursue further?