Lambrecht Auction Purchase

[68LambrechtC10]

Hello all.....

I'm new to the forum and found you by doing a lot of internet searching yesterday while watching the Lambrecht Chevrolet Live Auction.

I won the high bid for a 1968 C10 Longbed Pick-Up, miles unknown.
This is not my first Chevy. I've owned a 69 Blazer, 72 Blazer, 76 Blazer, 95 Diesel Suburban, 98 3500 Dually, 2012 Tahoe.....(short list).

I pre-bid on it with a maximum bid of $2,100 (the price I won it for) and was actually on the road when the auction happened. Wish I could have seen it in person, or online for that matter.

The reason I bid on it was totally by chance. I knew I wanted a mid 60's pickup and this one just 'spoke to me'. I did a VIN search on it and it originally came with a L6 so someone added the V8... :-)
Lots of unanswered questions that I will know better when I see it and drag it onto the trailer.

My reasoning for buying this 1968 C10 is this. Millions worldwide knew about it and heard about it and googled it. It was the topic of conversation everywhere I went. I couldn't be there personally, but really wanted something from it. 10,000 people showed up, 3,800 registered to pre-bid, 500 cars sold in a historical auction, and I own one....

Not the prettiest, not for low miles, just because....

I'm flying to Omaha on Friday and picking it up to bring to Maryland.

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[franky69c10]

Congrats and welcome to the site
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[kcsa75]

Like franky69C10 said.

This is like a breath of fresh air. Most of the comments on the all the message boards are people *****ing and complaining about how much money these cars sold for, and how stupid people were for paying. But 68LambrechtC10 made a conscience decision, didn't pay more than he could afford and got what he wanted.

Good for you!

[Twisted78SS]

I think it's pretty darn cool.. No matter what, it will make memories for you and your family to tell for years to come. And let's face it, many on this board can now experience it vicariously through you... Welcome

[jmader]

Originally Posted by kcsa75

Like franky69C10 said.

This is like a breath of fresh air. Most of the comments on the message boards are people *****ing and complaining about how much many of these cars sold for, and how stupid people were for paying. But 68LambrechtC10 made a conscience decision, didn't pay more than he could afford and got what he wanted.

Good for you!

I agree. I don't know why everyone seems so worked up about this deal. Let people make their own decisions on their vehicles. I picked up a couple trucks there and overspent a little but I'm happy to get a couple projects I can tell my kids about someday.
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[mgbreis]

Hey, I was at the auction I can tell you there was an orange '68 that sold on day 2 for $4,000 that wasn't better than yours. If there was a "deal" at the auction I think you might have bought it. Have fun! There is a lot of angst all over about these prices - I listened to it all weekend at the sale. And I saw a lot of really happy looking buyers. That's life.

[OregonNed]

Awesome! Another one saved!

[jmader]

And considering I only live 2 hours away I almost HAD to buy something!
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[RenoKeene]

Congrats and welcome aboard also!

[no moa]

Congrats. Start a build thread and keep us updated.

some of the prices for the stuff was nuts. But that is what was brodcasted on the tube, i haven't seen the final on all the stuff yet.

[1963c-10]

Congrats on the purchase. Im glad that at least some of the prices were reasonable and I'm glad to see at least one of the many trucks make it here to the forum. A lot of the prices were unreal, and I myself have complained about it, but there were some very reasonable priced vehicles also.

Again....congrats on the purchase and keep us posted with pics of the build.

[rambler]

welcome to the board, many great members here, and I would agree that that was probably a once-in-a-lifetime event.. would have like to seen it live.

[mgbreis]

FYI - you probably know this already, but they said there would be no security on the property starting today (monday). If you leave it there until friday I'm afraid of what you might find left of it! There was a place in Norfolk that would tow it to a secure yard for $50 and a $15/day storage fee.

[68LambrechtC10]

Originally Posted by mgbreis

FYI - you probably know this already, but they said there would be no security on the property starting today (monday). If you leave it there until friday I'm afraid of what you might find left of it! There was a place in Norfolk that would tow it to a secure yard for $50 and a $15/day storage fee.

I talked to someone at Vanderbrink that said all the cars sold on the internet are going to be brought to the yard in Norfolk. I'm still trying to talk to a live person there.

[68LambrechtC10]

Originally Posted by 68LambrechtC10

I talked to someone at Vanderbrink that said all the cars sold on the internet are going to be brought to the yard in Norfolk. I'm still trying to talk to a live person there.

I called another number listed on my invoice and got Yvette Vanderbrink herself on the phone. Wow!!!! What a nice lady. She is the woman that is featured on all stories and videos about the auction, she was one of the auctioneers and she is Vanderbrink. She took my payment over the phone and we talked for about 20 minutes about the auction and what it was like for her. She was still on-site last night (Monday) at 8:30 in a work trailer. There is going to be security at the field until Sunday and the cars will remain there until pick-up. I can't wait to get there and bring this truck back home!

[1972SUPERSB]

Cool story! This is something you will never forget. Shoot I won't ever forget it! Haha
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[ksshane]

I like this truck alot. If it was mine I would get it running, go through the brakes, put some new shoes on it and clean it up. Oh, and I would replace that rear bumper... was never a fan of those.
It has that cool patina look that seems to be what people are looking for these days. Unless you have parts that are rusted through, I would just clean it up and put a coat of clear on it.

And Welcome to the board

[68LambrechtC10]

Originally Posted by ksshane

I like this truck alot. If it was mine I would get it running, go through the brakes, put some new shoes on it and clean it up. Oh, and I would replace that rear bumper... was never a fan of those.
It has that cool patina look that seems to be what people are looking for these days. Unless you have parts that are rusted through, I would just clean it up and put a coat of clear on it.

And Welcome to the board

Thanks ksshane.... you beat me to the punch on the plans.
I'm going to go through it...access the drivetrain, steering, rear end,change, fluids, lines, brakes as necessary, matte clear coat whole thing, install a new wood bed, but not gleaming new, distressed and faded finish like the rest of it....

[too much stuff]

Congrats on getting a piece of history and welcome to the board.

[ksshane]

Originally Posted by 68LambrechtC10

Thanks ksshane.... you beat me to the punch on the plans.
I'm going to go through it...access the drivetrain, steering, rear end,change, fluids, lines, brakes as necessary, matte clear coat whole thing, install a new wood bed, but not gleaming new, distressed and faded finish like the rest of it....

I look forward to seeing your build thread. That is one of my favorite color combo's. You will have one sweet truck when its all said and done.

[jmorri34]

Originally Posted by ksshane

I like this truck alot. If it was mine I would get it running, go through the brakes, put some new shoes on it and clean it up. Oh, and I would replace that rear bumper... was never a fan of those.
It has that cool patina look that seems to be what people are looking for these days. Unless you have parts that are rusted through, I would just clean it up and put a coat of clear on it.

And Welcome to the board

Man x2, I was thinking the exact same thing. seems there is a guy on here with a shortbox one same color with the patina and shiny look I think is really sharp, and put a new wood bed in it or even go with some old wood thats in good shape but has turned already to keep the patina look would be awesome. Definately make a build thread so we can all keep up with your progress and for goodness sakes have fun with it cuz its easy to get frustrated sometimes and forget its a passion we all have!! congrats and welcome

[kaphillips]

Hey 68LambrechtC10. As has already been said, welcome and congrats on your cool purchase. You mentioned early in the thread you ran the Vin# and found info on your truck. Wow, I was unaware of a source we could do that. Can you provide the souce you used for the information. Thanks.

[alsriv2]

Congratulations on a purchase that was well thought out and will be part of your stories for years to come.

Welcome to the board and please keep us updated!

[Mister-B]

There's no two ways about it. Most folks (if not all) overpaid for the vehicles that stayed out in the elements..especially when you figure in your flight, gas, and other expenses to get it home. That being said, it sounds like the history of the vehicle and the auction adds some nostalgia for you, and so that's hard to put a dollar figure on I suppose

Yours looks like one of the better trucks and better values, so way to go, and good luck with everything.
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[toms68cst]

Welcome from another '68 freak!