2004 Chevrolet Kodiak C4500 — Duramax Diesel Crew Cab Utility Truck

Built to Work. Priced to Earn. Ready the Day You Get the Keys.

Buy Your Ride is proud to present a workhorse that needs no introduction to anyone who's spent a day on a job site: a 2004 Chevrolet Kodiak C4500 Crew Cab riding on a full Royal service/utility body with an integrated steel material rack. This is the kind of truck that makes money — and right now it can make it for your business.

• Stock #: 516554P

• VIN: 1GBE4E1244F516554

• Mileage: 182,603

• Asking the smart-money question: Why rent, when you can own a truck that pays for itself?

The Powertrain: A Duramax + Allison Pairing With a Legendary Reputation

Let's talk about what's under that big tilt-forward Kodiak hood, because this is the heart of why this truck is such a smart buy.

The 6.6L Duramax V8 Turbo Diesel (8-Cylinder)

The Kodiak C4500 is powered by the 6.6-liter Duramax turbo-diesel V8 — the same family of engine that earned its stripes hauling, towing, and grinding through commercial duty cycles for hundreds of thousands of miles. In medium-duty Kodiak trim, this engine is built for torque and stamina, not flash. Diesel owners and fleet managers consistently regard the Duramax as one of the most durable diesels GM ever put into a commercial chassis.

What that means for you:

• High-torque, low-stress operation. Diesel torque comes on low in the RPM band, so the truck pulls heavy loads without straining and without screaming the engine.

• Diesels live long lives. A well-maintained Duramax is widely known to run well past 300,000–400,000 miles. At 182,603 miles, this truck is just hitting its stride — there's a lot of life left in it.

• Fuel efficiency under load. Diesels deliver better economy when working hard than a comparable gas engine, which matters when the truck is your daily earner.

The Allison Automatic Transmission

Paired to that Duramax is an Allison automatic transmission — and in the commercial-truck world, "Allison" is a name that sells trucks all by itself. Allison built its reputation on bulletproof reliability and smooth, intelligent shifting under heavy load. It's the transmission fleet buyers ask for by name because:

• It's engineered to handle big torque and constant heavy-duty cycling without complaint.

• Smooth, automatic operation means any driver on your crew can run it — no clutch, no learning curve, no driveline abuse.

• It's known for going the distance alongside the Duramax, making this one of the most respected powertrain combinations in the medium-duty segment.

Bottom line: A Duramax mated to an Allison is the gold standard for a commercial diesel work truck. This is a powertrain proven over the long haul, and it's the single biggest reason this truck is a low-risk, high-value play.

Crew Cab Comfort: Bring the Whole Crew

This isn't a one-seat work truck. The Crew Cab configuration means you can roll up to the job site with your entire team and their gear in one vehicle — saving fuel, saving caravans of separate trucks, and keeping everyone together.

• Seating for the crew across front and rear bench seating

• Durable grey cloth interior built to take work boots, tool belts, and daily abuse

• A simple, no-nonsense dash with clear gauges and an automatic shifter — comfortable enough for long drives, tough enough for the trade

Whether it's a foreman and a four-man crew or a contractor and the family, everybody rides in one cab.

The Work Body & Racks: Arrive Prepared, Stay Productive

Here's where this truck separates itself from a plain pickup. The professional-grade Royal service body turns this Kodiak into a rolling job site and tool room.

Storage That Means Business

• 6 lockable storage compartments per side — four along the lower side and two up top — for a serious amount of organized, secured storage

• Diamond-plate work surfaces along the top of the bed for staging materials

• A heavy-duty solid steel material/ladder rack running the full length, perfect for ladders, pipe, lumber, conduit, and long stock

• A bench vise mounted at the rear — do real fabrication and repair work right at the truck

• A tow hitch with ball out back for trailering equipment, tools, or a second load

Time Is Money — And This Truck Saves You Both

Every contractor knows the most expensive part of a job isn't the materials — it's the lost time. When a crew has to stop work and drive to the supply house for a fitting, a fastener, or a tool somebody forgot, you're paying wages for nobody to be working, plus fuel, plus the lost momentum.

With six compartments a side, a full rack, and a vise on the back, this truck lets you load out once and arrive ready. Your tools, your parts, your materials — all locked, organized, and on board. No mid-day runs to the store. No standing around. Just work getting done. That's how a truck pays for itself.

Condition & History

This Kodiak is in good running condition with plenty of life left in it. It was previously owned and maintained by an electrician, so the body and rack are set up for real trade work — but make no mistake: this truck works for any trade. Plumbers, HVAC techs, welders, landscapers, general contractors, mechanics, irrigation crews — if your business needs to show up prepared, this is your truck.

For a business hunting a low-cost truck that immediately starts earning, this is a genuinely smart play. You're buying proven commercial hardware — Duramax, Allison, full service body — at a working-man's price.

Availability, Shipping & Nationwide Sales

This vehicle is available for sale nationwide — and yes, including right here in California.

Buy Your Ride will ship this truck anywhere in the continental United States for the exact cost of transportation — no markup on freight, just what it costs to get it to your door.

Important Note for California Buyers

If this vehicle is registered in the State of California, please be aware it will be limited to 1,000 miles of travel per year to keep its California registration valid. California buyers should factor this usage cap into their plans. (Buyers registering out of state are not subject to this limitation.) If you have questions about how this applies to your situation, reach out and we'll walk you through it.

At-a-Glance Specs

Ready to Put This Truck to Work?

A Duramax. An Allison. A full work body that arrives at the job site loaded and ready. This is the kind of truck that doesn't sit on a payroll — it earns its keep.

Contact Buy Your Ride today to lock it down, ask about nationwide shipping at exact transport cost, or get details on registration.

All prices are plus sales tax, license, registration, and dealer documentation fees. Shipping is not included.