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ctouchet · 10-16-2006, 09:39 PM

I just found a truck for sale and need some opinions. Its a 1982 GMC SWB Stepside in real good shape no rust that i could see, he says it has a new motor (350 with 30,000 miles)fairly new paint, truck has 130,000 miles. It drives good, doesnt pull interior is good. How much do you think truck is worth.

pcmcobra · 10-16-2006, 09:50 PM

a grand, maybe $1500 if the interior is not torn up.

kevinr1970 · 10-18-2006, 01:53 PM

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Originally Posted by pcmcobra

a grand, maybe $1500 if the interior is not torn up.

With a newer engine, newer paint, no rust and a decent interior?
Show me where I can find that for that price and I'll be right over as soon as I can to buy!
Locally for me I wouldn't touch it if it were rusty, but for $1500 I wouldn't expect more than it to run and drive.

pcmcobra · 10-18-2006, 04:02 PM

If my camera worked, i'd show you 2. an 85 and an 83 for sale in north florida/south alabama, back in the woods.
I came across them the day he posted this. I stopped and looked at them.
I do't have any $, plus I have an 86 sso I don't need them.
The 85 he was asking $1500, and the 83 I believe the same, about 20 miles down the same road. Both silverados.
Interior was in fair-bad shape. Fair-bad would be a personal opinion, so would "good". They needed some paint, cause they were both a little faded, but no rust or major dents.
Sometimes you just find stuff....keep your eyes peeled.
Plus, in his post he said
"How much do you think truck is worth"
For an 82 gmc, I put down what I thought it was worth. A little low for some...

kevinr1970 · 10-18-2006, 04:39 PM

That wasn't a swipe at you - hope you didn't interpret it that way.

I wish I could find those deals around here!

I it all depends on whats around you I guess. If new paint, engine and good interior means what I take it to mean and that is what you are looking for then the $3000 mark sound decent.

Of course, I would think the value of something varies greatly in a persons eyes depending on whether they are looking for that item or just happen to stumble upon one?

pcmcobra · 10-18-2006, 05:36 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by kevinr1970

That wasn't a swipe at you - hope you didn't interpret it that way.

I wish I could find those deals around here!

I it all depends on whats around you I guess. If new paint, engine and good interior means what I take it to mean and that is what you are looking for then the $3000 mark sound decent.

Of course, I would think the value of something varies greatly in a persons eyes depending on whether they are looking for that item or just happen to stumble upon one?

no problem.
I agree, you are absolutely right. Time and place have a lot to do with it.
I wish I could have found them earlier, I paid a premium for my mint 86.
Sometimes I think I could have held out, but the harder I looked, the less I found, and now, there are several I have seen for a good price. Not mint, but real good shape. But I am happy, because it is the truck I wanted, and did not want to settle for anything less.
Good luck, and hope you find what you want.

krue · 10-16-2006, 10:04 PM

Round here they seem to be asking 2800-3500 for trucks similar to that. Although that seem high to me.

Slonaker · 10-18-2006, 09:04 AM

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Originally Posted by krue

Round here they seem to be asking 2800-3500 for trucks similar to that. Although that seem high to me.

The prices are about the same here.

Slonaker

84 400 · 10-16-2006, 10:10 PM

well price depends on location and shape.... I bout my old 85 for 1100 and it was a fresh 305 with many new parts but it was sure rusty and i only got 700 for it when i sold it ahh well you win some you loose some. My 84 i got for 2350 and it has a new sb 400 headers carb intake new paint shaved emblems new wheels new suspention... I think i got a deal on it. so what is he asking for it?

Russell · 10-16-2006, 10:22 PM

Up here, a shortbox automatically makes it worth 1500, stepper makes it worth even more...

I'm asking 2000 for my 77 stepper with a TBI 350, 700r4, reasonable interior, and rusty body. Have had a fair bit of interest as well!

ctouchet · 10-17-2006, 08:30 AM

He was asking $3500.00, I wont pay more than $3000.00.
The interior is in excellent shape, seat is not torn, AC works dash pad is cracked a little but its super clean.

hiway · 10-17-2006, 08:53 AM

It's worth 3k in Arkansas for sure.

84 400 · 10-18-2006, 02:21 AM

go for it for 3k and let me be the first to tell you that all the dash pads crack on these it is one of those weak spots for these trucks and replacements can be pricey

**N2TRUX** · 10-18-2006, 10:17 AM

That's about right if the truck really is solid. In Texas that means NO rust, up north a little rust is common.

Eyegore · 10-18-2006, 11:01 AM

There is on on craigslist here in phoenix, 76 though and he's asking 3500, so I beleive that 2500 to 3500 is in the ballpark.

ctouchet · 11-08-2006, 10:47 PM

well here it is.

84 400 · 11-08-2006, 11:36 PM

WOW looks great! got any interor or motor pics? wood bed?

Nice truck man

Billy81 · 11-08-2006, 11:42 PM

Well from what i can see i think you made a good deal. Nice truck.

**N2TRUX** · 11-08-2006, 11:56 PM

Congrats on the purchase. Show us more pics...

Russell · 11-09-2006, 01:18 AM

You did real well on that truck at 3 grand

That'd easily be a 5000+ truck around here!

Hoods69BadBowTie · 11-09-2006, 02:55 AM

I think u did pretty well for 3g's. Awesome looking ride. U got any motor or interior pics?
-Later

KShortell · 11-09-2006, 07:28 PM

Sweet truck! It keeps making my mind up about fixing the body on mine. She's got a little rust on a rear door bottom, tailgate bottom, and one part of a lower quarter. The wheelhouses are an easy bolt-in, but I'm gonna farm out any body work.

I've done enough body repair over the years to know that I'm a bit of a hack. But, I can get a lot of work done for a lot less than a new truck!

Go for it! [

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ctouchet · 11-09-2006, 11:23 PM

here is pics of the wood bed and a pic of the motor

Billy81 · 11-09-2006, 11:44 PM

Looks pretty solid what are your plans for it?

Hoods69BadBowTie · 11-10-2006, 12:22 AM

Yeah, looks damn solid. I agree: What are your plans for it?

10-16-2006, 09:39 PM	#1
ctouchet Registered User Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Maurice,Louisiana Posts: 169	What do you think I just found a truck for sale and need some opinions. Its a 1982 GMC SWB Stepside in real good shape no rust that i could see, he says it has a new motor (350 with 30,000 miles)fairly new paint, truck has 130,000 miles. It drives good, doesnt pull interior is good. How much do you think truck is worth.

10-16-2006, 09:50 PM	#2
pcmcobra Registered User Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Florida Posts: 1,684	Re: What do you think a grand, maybe $1500 if the interior is not torn up.

10-18-2006, 04:02 PM	#4
pcmcobra Registered User Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Florida Posts: 1,684	Re: What do you think If my camera worked, i'd show you 2. an 85 and an 83 for sale in north florida/south alabama, back in the woods. I came across them the day he posted this. I stopped and looked at them. I do't have any $, plus I have an 86 sso I don't need them. The 85 he was asking $1500, and the 83 I believe the same, about 20 miles down the same road. Both silverados. Interior was in fair-bad shape. Fair-bad would be a personal opinion, so would "good". They needed some paint, cause they were both a little faded, but no rust or major dents. Sometimes you just find stuff....keep your eyes peeled. Plus, in his post he said "How much do you think truck is worth" For an 82 gmc, I put down what I thought it was worth. A little low for some... Last edited by pcmcobra; 10-18-2006 at 04:04 PM.

10-18-2006, 04:39 PM	#5
kevinr1970 Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: Everett, WA Posts: 2,316	Re: What do you think That wasn't a swipe at you - hope you didn't interpret it that way. I wish I could find those deals around here! I it all depends on whats around you I guess. If new paint, engine and good interior means what I take it to mean and that is what you are looking for then the $3000 mark sound decent. Of course, I would think the value of something varies greatly in a persons eyes depending on whether they are looking for that item or just happen to stumble upon one? __________________ 2009 Honda Fit CfC (bsf 44.9 mpg) 2000 Tahoe Limited 1991 GMC CrewCab Dually 2wd, will end up swb, not dually and replace CCswb below 1991 GMC CrewCab Dually 4x4, just going to fix things up for now 1982/1989 K5/GMC Jimmy 2wd 1987 GMC 1/2 ton swb 2wd Crew (sold)

10-16-2006, 10:04 PM	#7
krue Designated A-hole! Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: South Mississippi Posts: 36,450	Re: What do you think Round here they seem to be asking 2800-3500 for trucks similar to that. Although that seem high to me. __________________ "If it ain't broke, fix it 'til it is!" Being stupid ain't illegal. We're Still Debt Free Except for the House!!! www.daveramsey.com 70 GMC SWB Stepside project "Green Booger" soon to be 6.0l/4l80e 93 S-10 "Poppaw's Truck" Last edited by krue; 10-16-2006 at 10:05 PM.

10-16-2006, 10:10 PM	#9
84 400 Sb 400 club Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: NH / MA Posts: 2,741	Re: What do you think well price depends on location and shape.... I bout my old 85 for 1100 and it was a fresh 305 with many new parts but it was sure rusty and i only got 700 for it when i sold it ahh well you win some you loose some. My 84 i got for 2350 and it has a new sb 400 headers carb intake new paint shaved emblems new wheels new suspention... I think i got a deal on it. so what is he asking for it? __________________ 1984 chevy c10, built 400sb,.(SOLD) 77 K10 Project / daily driver "The Grinch" http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=318363 1956 Willys Wagon (327 chevy) Project (Now Buick 225) 1980 Corvette L-48 4 speed 1992 Mustang GT built 5.0 5 speed 1985 C10 LWB Sold 1982 K10 SWB plow truck Parted out 1986 D30 M1028 fire brush truck Parted out

10-16-2006, 10:22 PM	#10
Russell Professional Grade Join Date: May 2003 Location: Fort McMurray, Alberta Posts: 7,915	Re: What do you think Up here, a shortbox automatically makes it worth 1500, stepper makes it worth even more... I'm asking 2000 for my 77 stepper with a TBI 350, 700r4, reasonable interior, and rusty body. Have had a fair bit of interest as well! __________________ 1995 Chevrolet 2 Door Tahoe (6.6L LBZ Duramax / ZF6 / NP241 with 1 ton solid axle swap)

10-17-2006, 08:30 AM	#11
ctouchet Registered User Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Maurice,Louisiana Posts: 169	Re: What do you think He was asking $3500.00, I wont pay more than $3000.00. The interior is in excellent shape, seat is not torn, AC works dash pad is cracked a little but its super clean. Last edited by ctouchet; 10-17-2006 at 08:32 AM.

10-17-2006, 08:53 AM	#12
hiway Mad Scientist Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Enola Arkansas Posts: 380	Re: What do you think It's worth 3k in Arkansas for sure. __________________ Everythang relates to Beer! 86 1/2ton on tons! sbc/465/208/D60/14/35's 81 Postal....with 468 bbc 97 Merc Marq comuter 07 Suburban 02 Danger Ranger

10-18-2006, 02:21 AM	#13
84 400 Sb 400 club Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: NH / MA Posts: 2,741	Re: What do you think go for it for 3k and let me be the first to tell you that all the dash pads crack on these it is one of those weak spots for these trucks and replacements can be pricey __________________ 1984 chevy c10, built 400sb,.(SOLD) 77 K10 Project / daily driver "The Grinch" http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=318363 1956 Willys Wagon (327 chevy) Project (Now Buick 225) 1980 Corvette L-48 4 speed 1992 Mustang GT built 5.0 5 speed 1985 C10 LWB Sold 1982 K10 SWB plow truck Parted out 1986 D30 M1028 fire brush truck Parted out

10-18-2006, 10:17 AM	#14
N2TRUX Happy to be here Join Date: Mar 2000 Location: Cypress, TX Posts: 39,023	Re: What do you think That's about right if the truck really is solid. In Texas that means NO rust, up north a little rust is common. __________________ Follow me on Facebook and Instagram @N2trux.com Articles- "Jake" the 84 to 74 crewcab "Elwood" the77_Remix 85 GMC Sierra "Scarlett" "Refining Sierra"

10-18-2006, 11:01 AM	#15
Eyegore What Hump? Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: New River AZ Posts: 2,009	Re: What do you think There is on on craigslist here in phoenix, 76 though and he's asking 3500, so I beleive that 2500 to 3500 is in the ballpark. __________________ Lil red 86 c-10 99 Sub 78 Camper Special w/ 454

11-08-2006, 10:47 PM	#16
ctouchet Registered User Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Maurice,Louisiana Posts: 169	Re: What do you think well here it is. Attached Images

11-08-2006, 11:36 PM	#17
84 400 Sb 400 club Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: NH / MA Posts: 2,741	Re: What do you think WOW looks great! got any interor or motor pics? wood bed? Nice truck man __________________ 1984 chevy c10, built 400sb,.(SOLD) 77 K10 Project / daily driver "The Grinch" http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=318363 1956 Willys Wagon (327 chevy) Project (Now Buick 225) 1980 Corvette L-48 4 speed 1992 Mustang GT built 5.0 5 speed 1985 C10 LWB Sold 1982 K10 SWB plow truck Parted out 1986 D30 M1028 fire brush truck Parted out

11-08-2006, 11:42 PM	#18
Billy81 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: Medford,Oregon Posts: 390	Re: What do you think Well from what i can see i think you made a good deal. Nice truck.



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11-08-2006, 11:56 PM	#19
N2TRUX Happy to be here Join Date: Mar 2000 Location: Cypress, TX Posts: 39,023	Re: What do you think Congrats on the purchase. Show us more pics... __________________ Follow me on Facebook and Instagram @N2trux.com Articles- "Jake" the 84 to 74 crewcab "Elwood" the77_Remix 85 GMC Sierra "Scarlett" "Refining Sierra"

11-09-2006, 01:18 AM	#20
Russell Professional Grade Join Date: May 2003 Location: Fort McMurray, Alberta Posts: 7,915	Re: What do you think You did real well on that truck at 3 grand That'd easily be a 5000+ truck around here! __________________ 1995 Chevrolet 2 Door Tahoe (6.6L LBZ Duramax / ZF6 / NP241 with 1 ton solid axle swap)

11-09-2006, 02:55 AM	#21
Hoods69BadBowTie Chevys Kick A$$ Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Zootown, MT Posts: 12,699	Re: What do you think I think u did pretty well for 3g's. Awesome looking ride. U got any motor or interior pics? -Later __________________ HOODS is what I answer too -'79, '77, '88 Pickup Sold, '85 Camaro, '83 T/A, '81,'83,'90 K5 Blazer All Sold -'79 3/4 ton "Big Yellow Bananna" Lifted 4spd. 39.5 TSL Swampers, The money Pit -'86 K5 Blazer Silverado 6.2 4" lift 35"s -'95 Ext. Cab Shorty 4" Tuff Country rolling 35" M/T's -'83 Monte Carlo T-Tops. 126,500 Original Miles -LATER I would rather push a Chevy then drive a ford!!

11-09-2006, 07:28 PM	#22
KShortell Registered User Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: Chesapeake, VA Posts: 724	Re: What do you think Sweet truck! It keeps making my mind up about fixing the body on mine. She's got a little rust on a rear door bottom, tailgate bottom, and one part of a lower quarter. The wheelhouses are an easy bolt-in, but I'm gonna farm out any body work. I've done enough body repair over the years to know that I'm a bit of a hack. But, I can get a lot of work done for a lot less than a new truck! Go for it! [] __________________ Semper Paratus

11-09-2006, 11:23 PM	#23
ctouchet Registered User Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Maurice,Louisiana Posts: 169	Re: What do you think here is pics of the wood bed and a pic of the motor Attached Images

11-09-2006, 11:44 PM	#24
Billy81 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: Medford,Oregon Posts: 390	Re: What do you think Looks pretty solid what are your plans for it?

11-10-2006, 12:22 AM	#25
Hoods69BadBowTie Chevys Kick A$$ Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Zootown, MT Posts: 12,699	Re: What do you think Yeah, looks damn solid. I agree: What are your plans for it? __________________ HOODS is what I answer too -'79, '77, '88 Pickup Sold, '85 Camaro, '83 T/A, '81,'83,'90 K5 Blazer All Sold -'79 3/4 ton "Big Yellow Bananna" Lifted 4spd. 39.5 TSL Swampers, The money Pit -'86 K5 Blazer Silverado 6.2 4" lift 35"s -'95 Ext. Cab Shorty 4" Tuff Country rolling 35" M/T's -'83 Monte Carlo T-Tops. 126,500 Original Miles -LATER I would rather push a Chevy then drive a ford!!

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