My latest Grande Sierra 402 find... - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

davepl · 03-21-2010, 05:04 PM

He's asking $8500, which everyone here will tell me is too high, so what IS it worth?

The good: original matching 402, original AMFM, Air, Tilt, no rust

The bad: 3/4 ton, leaf springs, longbox

Here's the photo set for it:
http://www.flickr.com/photos/2217152...7623665639294/

(Ok, that last engine photo is from a different car of mine, sorry :-) )

- Dave

**70cst** · 03-21-2010, 05:13 PM

From what I can see...I am not sure $8500 is that far off. Matching numbers Grande Sierra, BB402, AM-FM, Tilt, AC...

LWB...that is not a killer for me.

powell72 · 03-21-2010, 05:17 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by davepl

The bad: 3/4 ton, leaf springs, longbox

- Dave

Honestly, this tells me it's not worth it at all to you, it's not what you're looking for. You know exactly what you want, I think if you keep looking you'll find it.

**leddzepp** · 03-21-2010, 05:22 PM

If it isn't what you want, I'd look for another truck. $8500 is a lot to spend on something to fix up the way you want it. Yes the paint looks great....but are you going to leave it that color? Tilts, AM/FM's are desireable, but can be found on ebay and added.

72BlckButy · 03-21-2010, 05:46 PM

I have to agree... let's answer this question...

What are you looking for in a truck?

davepl · 03-21-2010, 05:49 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 72BlckButy

I have to agree... let's answer this question...

What are you looking for in a truck?

71-72 Sierra Grande w/ Air Conditioning.
Automatic trans.
Must be either 4x4 or 2WD-402
Shortbox Fleetside

I plan to do a full body-off restoration, so the condition of the body is important, but paint isn't.

Since its getting so hard to find shortboxes, I've been looking at longboxes as well with the presumption that I'll wind up shortening it myself. In fact, I have still never seen an original shortbox 402 at any price.

**leddzepp** · 03-21-2010, 05:52 PM

Big blocks were not a factory option on 4WD trucks. They can be swapped in of course.

davepl · 03-21-2010, 06:45 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by leddzepp

Big blocks were not a factory option on 4WD trucks. They can be swapped in of course.

I know... maybe I wasn't as clear as I could have been, but I meant literally what I said: 4x4 - OR - 2WD402. I know you can't have 4x4-402.

Some days I'm tempted to go LS3 and 4L85E. But the urge to keep stock appearance usually wins out.

72BlckButy · 03-21-2010, 06:03 PM

Here ya go... pick up that truck (seems to be a good price) and follow along with this build thread.

http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...&highlight=GMC

**72ironmike** · 03-21-2010, 06:19 PM

If you parted it out ? Rust free cab $1000 - doors $400 - tilt $250 - Big block $1000 - tran - $200 - front clip $800 - bed $1500 - tailgate $700 - am/fm $350 - interior $750 - big block brackets, pwr str resevoir etc... $500 - I don't think these prices are high end & we're up to $7250 already !

**JDL** · 03-21-2010, 06:25 PM

looks about right price to me

**clay68c10** · 03-21-2010, 06:42 PM

I'd say it's worth that much.
I'd also say you should keep looking. You'd have a lot of $ into it to make it a c10 short fleet and it wouldn't be a # matching resto. You'd be better off buying some low option shorty and do it up the way you want.

davepl · 03-21-2010, 06:49 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by clay68c10

I'd say it's worth that much.
I'd also say you should keep looking. You'd have a lot of $ into it to make it a c10 short fleet and it wouldn't be a # matching resto. You'd be better off buying some low option shorty and do it up the way you want.

I think you're right on both counts. In my month or so of searching I think I've demonstrated that longbox, 3/4-ton, 402 Sierra Grandes are pretty easy to find, so if I do wind up having to shorten one, I'll be able to find one when I need one. In fact, here's another one today:

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/GMC-S...fCarsQ5fTrucks

In the meantime I'll keep searching for a shortbox until I run out of time.

I'm having my shop expanded this summer (I think, anyway) so nowhere to work on it till the fall anyway, no rush.

Thanks for all the help and guidance! I truly do appreciate it.

redbaron69 · 03-21-2010, 07:25 PM

davepl just my way of thinking here, why not find a clean gmc shortbox and add the 402 and grande options you want? you talked like you were gonna do a full resto anyways. finding grande and supers that are in good shape will always cost more just for what they are: grande and supers. but if you are wanting a "real" one thats cool too. good luck with your hunt

Dr. Evil · 03-21-2010, 08:19 PM

take it , now , GMCs were only made in a fraction of the chevys... Love chevys , but a big block with matching numbers? I would opt for the unusual....

Hutch · 03-21-2010, 08:29 PM

I saw this 1972 Sierra Grande listed for sale
I am unsure if it is still available
http://dallas.craigslist.org/dal/cto/1653655489.html

PHAT TONY · 03-21-2010, 09:50 PM

AAAAHHHH!!!!! You see NOTHING like these for this money up here.
AAAAHHHH!!!

03-21-2010, 05:04 PM	#1
davepl Registered User Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Redmond, WA Posts: 6,332	My latest Grande Sierra 402 find... He's asking $8500, which everyone here will tell me is too high, so what IS it worth? The good: original matching 402, original AMFM, Air, Tilt, no rust The bad: 3/4 ton, leaf springs, longbox Here's the photo set for it: http://www.flickr.com/photos/2217152...7623665639294/ (Ok, that last engine photo is from a different car of mine, sorry :-) ) - Dave __________________ 1970 GMC Sierra Grande Custom Camper - Built, not Bought 1969 Pontiac 2+2 427/390 4-speed Coupe 1969 Pontiac 2+2 427/390 4-speed Convertible

03-21-2010, 05:13 PM	#2
70cst Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: New Madison, Ohio Posts: 21,373	Re: My latest Grande Sierra 402 find... From what I can see...I am not sure $8500 is that far off. Matching numbers Grande Sierra, BB402, AM-FM, Tilt, AC... LWB...that is not a killer for me. __________________ A husband can be right...or...A husband can be happy. 67-72 Chevy and GMC Trucks...The Classic Truck for the Classic Folk. 1970 CST Two tone green, 402BB, 400 Automatic, Tach, Buckets, AC, AM-FM, Tilt, GM CB, GM 8 Tract, LWB, etc JOHN 17:3...The better side of "LIFE" Remember: Everyday is a good day...Some are just gooder!

03-21-2010, 05:22 PM	#4
leddzepp Moderator Join Date: May 2007 Location: Southern Cal Posts: 20,031	Re: My latest Grande Sierra 402 find... If it isn't what you want, I'd look for another truck. $8500 is a lot to spend on something to fix up the way you want it. Yes the paint looks great....but are you going to leave it that color? Tilts, AM/FM's are desireable, but can be found on ebay and added. __________________ 1972 C/10 Cheyenne Super SWB. Restored, loaded, slammed. 1968 C/10 50th Anniversary LWB. Unrestored, stock, daily driver/work truck. RIP ElJay RIP 67ChevyRedneck RIP Grumpy Old Man RIP FleetsidePaul

03-21-2010, 05:46 PM	#5
72BlckButy Tot Roddin' Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Mid-MO Posts: 24,461	Re: My latest Grande Sierra 402 find... I have to agree... let's answer this question... What are you looking for in a truck? __________________ -Nate 1969 CST SWB - Project Blank Slate (4.5/6" ECE Static Drop, 6-lug disc brake upgrade (manual), Billet Specialties Vintec 20x8.5 255/40 (F) 20x10 295/40 (R), 250 I-6) 1960 AMF Skylark - Tot Roddin' (Lowered with custom frame; soon to include custom push bar and interior) 2008 Silverado CrewCab 1LT (5.3L, 3:73, 4x4, LT1, Z-71, Towing Package)

03-21-2010, 05:52 PM	#7
leddzepp Moderator Join Date: May 2007 Location: Southern Cal Posts: 20,031	Re: My latest Grande Sierra 402 find... Big blocks were not a factory option on 4WD trucks. They can be swapped in of course. __________________ 1972 C/10 Cheyenne Super SWB. Restored, loaded, slammed. 1968 C/10 50th Anniversary LWB. Unrestored, stock, daily driver/work truck. RIP ElJay RIP 67ChevyRedneck RIP Grumpy Old Man RIP FleetsidePaul

03-21-2010, 06:03 PM	#9
72BlckButy Tot Roddin' Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Mid-MO Posts: 24,461	Re: My latest Grande Sierra 402 find... Here ya go... pick up that truck (seems to be a good price) and follow along with this build thread. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...&highlight=GMC __________________ -Nate 1969 CST SWB - Project Blank Slate (4.5/6" ECE Static Drop, 6-lug disc brake upgrade (manual), Billet Specialties Vintec 20x8.5 255/40 (F) 20x10 295/40 (R), 250 I-6) 1960 AMF Skylark - Tot Roddin' (Lowered with custom frame; soon to include custom push bar and interior) 2008 Silverado CrewCab 1LT (5.3L, 3:73, 4x4, LT1, Z-71, Towing Package)

03-21-2010, 06:19 PM	#10
72ironmike Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Olathe KS (Greater Kansas City MO Area) Posts: 2,060	Re: My latest Grande Sierra 402 find... If you parted it out ? Rust free cab $1000 - doors $400 - tilt $250 - Big block $1000 - tran - $200 - front clip $800 - bed $1500 - tailgate $700 - am/fm $350 - interior $750 - big block brackets, pwr str resevoir etc... $500 - I don't think these prices are high end & we're up to $7250 already ! Last edited by 72ironmike; 03-21-2010 at 06:21 PM.

03-21-2010, 06:25 PM	#11
JDL Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2000 Location: Agency IA. Posts: 1,847	Re: My latest Grande Sierra 402 find... looks about right price to me __________________ 72 Chevy short step side with 454 air and tilt. 72 nova project car 63 chevy II drag car Agency Iowa

03-21-2010, 06:42 PM	#12
clay68c10 Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: Centennial, CO Posts: 2,990	Re: My latest Grande Sierra 402 find... I'd say it's worth that much. I'd also say you should keep looking. You'd have a lot of $ into it to make it a c10 short fleet and it wouldn't be a # matching resto. You'd be better off buying some low option shorty and do it up the way you want. __________________ ClusterTruck: 68 C10 Bought in 89, wrecked in 03. Slow low $ rebuild started '17. 6.0 & TKO http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=788602 93 K1500 Short Step, 350, NV4500, EBL flash ECU. Vortec heads & roller cam someday... 05 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited. 3” lift & 6-speed 02 E320 the insurance total “free car” 13 Tahoe LTZ

03-21-2010, 07:25 PM	#14
redbaron69 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: marion nc Posts: 588	Re: My latest Grande Sierra 402 find... davepl just my way of thinking here, why not find a clean gmc shortbox and add the 402 and grande options you want? you talked like you were gonna do a full resto anyways. finding grande and supers that are in good shape will always cost more just for what they are: grande and supers. but if you are wanting a "real" one thats cool too. good luck with your hunt __________________ 69 short fleet 350/350 "under construction" 70 short step 307/3 speed

03-21-2010, 08:19 PM	#15
Dr. Evil Registered User Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Bernardsville, NJ Posts: 164	Re: My latest Grande Sierra 402 find... take it , now , GMCs were only made in a fraction of the chevys... Love chevys , but a big block with matching numbers? I would opt for the unusual....

03-21-2010, 08:29 PM	#16
Hutch Registered User Join Date: Oct 2001 Location: Grapevine, Tx. Posts: 2,142	Re: My latest Grande Sierra 402 find... I saw this 1972 Sierra Grande listed for sale I am unsure if it is still available http://dallas.craigslist.org/dal/cto/1653655489.html Attached Images __________________ John Hutchison Grapevine,Texas 68 1/2 t swb 68 Mustang 69 Jaguar 71 1/2 t swb 88 Supra CompTs6m 93 Escort GT 2005 Corolla XRS

03-21-2010, 09:50 PM	#17
PHAT TONY Registered User Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Red Deer ab canada Posts: 1,250	Re: My latest Grande Sierra 402 find... AAAAHHHH!!!!! You see NOTHING like these for this money up here. AAAAHHHH!!! __________________ 1972 factory 2 Wheel Drive Blazer-Sold 1972 K10 4X4-Sold 1971 Chevrolet Cheyenne/10-Sold 1970 Chevrolet C/10-Sold 1968 GMC 4X4-Project 1968 Chevrolet C/10 Pro Street 1970 GMC 3/4 Ton-Parts 1997 2WD 2DR Yukon-Sweet http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=335664

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