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cgster · 08-04-2017, 09:35 AM

I've been looking for a 72 SWB Chevy for a while now, something that wouldn't take much to run and wasn't a complete rust bucket. I found a 72 that I like and its a GMC which I have no problem with at all. I was just curious if the GMC's are as popular as the Chevrolets and if the GMCs carry about the same value.

GASoline71 · 08-04-2017, 09:36 AM

GMC's are better than Chevy's... but I am kinda biased.

Gary

53chevyforever · 08-04-2017, 09:44 AM

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Originally Posted by cgster

I've been looking for a 72 SWB Chevy for a while now, something that wouldn't take much to run and wasn't a complete rust bucket. I found a 72 that I like and its a GMC which I have no problem with at all. I was just curious if the GMC's are as popular as the Chevrolets and if the GMCs carry about the same value.

The GMC won't bring near as much...just my 2 cents....

**StingRay** · 08-04-2017, 11:05 AM

Up here it's 6 of one and half a dozen of the other. I was always told that GMC were upscale from the Chevy. I grew up with GMC's and am biased. I love the the GMC grills. Chevy is fine and I have a 69 myself but the GMC's are dear to my heart.

demian5 · 08-04-2017, 11:36 AM

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Originally Posted by cgster

I've been looking for a 72 SWB Chevy for a while now, something that wouldn't take much to run and wasn't a complete rust bucket. I found a 72 that I like and its a GMC which I have no problem with at all. I was just curious if the GMC's are as popular as the Chevrolets and if the GMCs carry about the same value.

Sounds like your goal is to flip it, but if not, whatever is popular doesn't matter, it only matters that is creates a fire inside of you...

For flipping and making money, Chevys are hard to beat, but I have seen nice optioned GMCs bring a bit more because there are not so many.

cgster · 08-04-2017, 11:40 AM

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Originally Posted by demian5

Sounds like your goal is to flip it, but if not, whatever is popular doesn't matter, it only matters that is creates a fire inside of you...

For flipping and making money, Chevys are hard to beat, but I have seen nice optioned GMCs bring a bit more because there are not so many.

Not looking to flip, I like both Chevys and GMCs and have had both in the past. I was just curious since I have been searching the last few weeks.

**FleetsidePaul** · 08-04-2017, 12:00 PM

When I was a kid they used to sell them at the local Buick dealer. Which makes me think the might have been more expensive.So you don't see as many. I could be wrong. (I usually am)

I had a 70 GMC and I thought it was the best looking of these trucks that I have owned. It was just a little too rusty for me or I'd still have it.

I haven't noticed a big price gap between the two. At least not around here.

If I was to buy another truck now. I'd go for a GMC first, but that's just me, and I have a Chevy already. They're all good in my book.

Condition and price would be my biggest concerns. Not the grille.

davepl · 08-04-2017, 12:03 PM

Paul, is that YOUR truck? If it's the truck I'm thinking of, I almost bought that one instead of restoring my own...

**jeffahart** · 08-04-2017, 12:19 PM

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Originally Posted by davepl

Paul, is that YOUR truck? If it's the truck I'm thinking of, I almost bought that one instead of restoring my own...

The color on your truck is way nicer, I love that blue! Sometimes I'm tempted to find a super clean truck and just go into a easier maintenance mode.

Killer Bee · 08-04-2017, 12:27 PM

seems to me that gmc were typically lower production so not encountered as often in the same config as its counterpart chevy..

generally speaking, lower production and lower availability with all other things being equal would tend to increase the value and possibly popularity to collectors..

purists will however insist on the bowtie so the gmc rarity, collectors value, and popularity is worth less to them..

I have owned 3 of each; 68 gmc, 74 chevy, 93 chevy, 02 gmc, 65 chevy, 71 gmc [delivering tomorrow

]

personally, I like the design enhancements of the gmc and made my recent purchase based on a gmc specific national search..

it's really up to the individual as far as taste beauty is in the eye of the beerholder

unless operating a dealer or business, I suggest spending your doll hairs on what you are going to be happy with, not what's popular to others..

good luck on your decision!

demian5 · 08-04-2017, 12:34 PM

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Originally Posted by Killer Bee

generally speaking, lower production and lower availability with all other things being equal would tend to increase the value and possibly popularity to collectors..

I keep waiting for that to happen to the 56-57 Continental Mark II

CG · 08-06-2017, 02:04 PM

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Originally Posted by demian5

I keep waiting for that to happen to the 56-57 Continental Mark II

I don't want to derail this thread, but that is one of the absolute best looking factory cars ever built. If you have one of these I would love to see pics. Contact me via PM if you have pics I can see.

Coley · 08-06-2017, 02:26 PM

GMC or Chevy....very tough question relative to 'popular'.
There are more Chevy's...so they will win a popularity contest by sheer numbers.
GMC's tho' were regarded as being more unique and upscale I think....and lower production numbers.... so that might add to their 'collectability' value.
I think its way too close to call....and comes down to a truck by truck basis for most.
I don't know anyone who would walk away from a chevy for a GMC or vice versa.... if it was a really nice, well optioned truck.....I wouldn't, having had both.

All good
Coley

**FleetsidePaul** · 08-07-2017, 11:45 PM

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Originally Posted by davepl

Paul, is that YOUR truck? If it's the truck I'm thinking of, I almost bought that one instead of restoring my own...

It was mine until I woke up. And I had a supermodel sitting next to me too.

It's just a picture I snagged off the net to show how nice these trucks look.

And of course the supermodel wasn't here. She has a restraining order.

**special-K** · 08-08-2017, 10:07 AM

I see no difference in value between the brothers. Either you want a Chevy, a GMC, or don't care and just go by the condition. But people don't buy GMCs because they are cheaper. That's new car shopping mentality anyway.

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Originally Posted by davepl

Paul, is that YOUR truck? If it's the truck I'm thinking of, I almost bought that one instead of restoring my own...

I have all the near mint original emblems off that truck. The owner went all new repro on that restoration. It was almost as nice before the restoration.

68gmcdually · 08-08-2017, 06:09 PM

I have always loved the look of the GMC, just a personal preference I guess, or maybe I am just biased lol.

cooperhw · 08-08-2017, 06:29 PM

My answer to the original question = NO.

I like em both, and have both. But no, not as popular, till, you ask a GMC guy. It's like Chevy guys can and do love both, but GMC guys, A lot of them, only love GMC's.
My newest addition to the herd is a 71 GMC. Big block, factory air, tach.tilt.

**RenoKeene** · 08-08-2017, 06:34 PM

I chose to build a GMC for the simple reason that I'm less likely to run into another one wherever I go. WARNING: Don't build one unless you like a lot of attention. I'm not kidding.

67ChevyRedneck · 08-04-2017, 02:39 PM

While the GMC data was lost to a fire, it was believed Chevrolet outsold GMC 4:1, but looking at the trucks that are left, it appears GMCs have had a much lower survival rate than Chevrolet's (including being transformed in Chevrolet's).

Husker · 08-04-2017, 02:57 PM

Yep
Ron

Z10 · 08-06-2017, 12:46 PM

My grandfather had a 56 GMC and I loved that old truck. Always liked the fact that he had something different, so when I went looking for a GMC (they are harder to find) I found this 72.

Mine is completely restomodded with a ZZ4 FIRST TPI fuel injected, 700r4 overdriven, GM cruised controlled, Vintage Air cooled, Willwooded braked, Bluetooth Retrosound tuned, dropped........Time Machine and my 4 year old grandson loves it. Lol

SatinSeventy2 · 08-08-2017, 08:46 PM

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Originally Posted by Z10

My grandfather had a 56 GMC and I loved that old truck. Always liked the fact that he had something different, so when I went looking for a GMC (they are harder to find) I found this 72.

Mine is completely restomodded with a ZZ4 FIRST TPI fuel injected, 700r4 overdriven, GM cruised controlled, Vintage Air cooled, Willwooded braked, Bluetooth Retrosound tuned, dropped........Time Machine and my 4 year old grandson loves it. Lol

Sir...that is one NICE truck!!!

Z10 · 08-08-2017, 10:11 PM

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Originally Posted by SatinSeventy2

Sir...that is one NICE truck!!!

Thank you.

Coley · 08-06-2017, 04:30 PM

Yep, real steel and chrome on those front ends, no plastic....I had a 1970 GMC and that was a good looking truck.
If it wasn't for the look of the '71/72' eggcrate style front grills of the Chevy (which I've always loved)....I would be next after the GMC's for looks....just personal preference here.

All good
Coley

berch 69GMC · 08-06-2017, 04:47 PM

Clear to me, it's GMC.

08-04-2017, 09:35 AM	#1
cgster Registered User Join Date: Aug 2015 Location: Texas Posts: 326	Are GMC's as popular as Chevy I've been looking for a 72 SWB Chevy for a while now, something that wouldn't take much to run and wasn't a complete rust bucket. I found a 72 that I like and its a GMC which I have no problem with at all. I was just curious if the GMC's are as popular as the Chevrolets and if the GMCs carry about the same value.

08-04-2017, 11:05 AM	#4
StingRay Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2000 Location: Saskatoon,SK,Canada Posts: 2,476	Re: Are GMC's as popular as Chevy Up here it's 6 of one and half a dozen of the other. I was always told that GMC were upscale from the Chevy. I grew up with GMC's and am biased. I love the the GMC grills. Chevy is fine and I have a 69 myself but the GMC's are dear to my heart. __________________ Saskatoon, Saskatchewan Canada

08-04-2017, 12:00 PM	#7
FleetsidePaul R.I.P. E.S.L.L. Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Kernville CA./ Lake Isabella CA. Posts: 11,419	Re: Are GMC's as popular as Chevy When I was a kid they used to sell them at the local Buick dealer. Which makes me think the might have been more expensive.So you don't see as many. I could be wrong. (I usually am) I had a 70 GMC and I thought it was the best looking of these trucks that I have owned. It was just a little too rusty for me or I'd still have it. I haven't noticed a big price gap between the two. At least not around here. If I was to buy another truck now. I'd go for a GMC first, but that's just me, and I have a Chevy already. They're all good in my book. Condition and price would be my biggest concerns. Not the grille. __________________ 1971 Custom C/20 1970 CST 20 1970 C/30 Flatbed 1983 C/30 Dually 2015 Corvette Z51 2021 Corvette Z51 1991 Cadillac Hearse 1982 Cadillac Eldorado Biarritz 2000 Porsche Boxster S 2020 Jeep Gladiator 1973 VW Thing 1973 Plymouth Satellite wagon 1963 Baja Bug 1959 Bug Dune Buggy 1970 Baja Bug 1987 Jaguar XJ 350. R.I.P. El Jay R.I.P Jessie. R.I.P Grumpy. Every day is a gift from God.

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davepl Registered User Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Redmond, WA Posts: 6,332	Re: Are GMC's as popular as Chevy Paul, is that YOUR truck? If it's the truck I'm thinking of, I almost bought that one instead of restoring my own... Attached Images __________________ 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

08-04-2017, 12:27 PM	#10
Killer Bee Registered User Join Date: Jan 2016 Location: Barber City, CA Posts: 4,793	Re: Are GMC's as popular as Chevy seems to me that gmc were typically lower production so not encountered as often in the same config as its counterpart chevy.. generally speaking, lower production and lower availability with all other things being equal would tend to increase the value and possibly popularity to collectors.. purists will however insist on the bowtie so the gmc rarity, collectors value, and popularity is worth less to them.. I have owned 3 of each; 68 gmc, 74 chevy, 93 chevy, 02 gmc, 65 chevy, 71 gmc [delivering tomorrow ] personally, I like the design enhancements of the gmc and made my recent purchase based on a gmc specific national search.. it's really up to the individual as far as taste beauty is in the eye of the beerholder unless operating a dealer or business, I suggest spending your doll hairs on what you are going to be happy with, not what's popular to others.. good luck on your decision!

08-06-2017, 02:26 PM	#13
Coley Registered User Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Victoria, B.C Posts: 3,794	Re: Are GMC's as popular as Chevy GMC or Chevy....very tough question relative to 'popular'. There are more Chevy's...so they will win a popularity contest by sheer numbers. GMC's tho' were regarded as being more unique and upscale I think....and lower production numbers.... so that might add to their 'collectability' value. I think its way too close to call....and comes down to a truck by truck basis for most. I don't know anyone who would walk away from a chevy for a GMC or vice versa.... if it was a really nice, well optioned truck.....I wouldn't, having had both. All good Coley __________________ ....for some men, there is experience, skill and effort....for the others...there is visa and UPS LOL 1966 Chevy 1/2 ton (Florida- Red/white) 1972 Chevy 1/2 ton (California- Blue/white) 2005 Chevy Silverado HD2500/Duramax 2000 Dodge Ram 1500

08-08-2017, 06:09 PM	#16
68gmcdually Registered User Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Fenelon Falls, ON Canada Posts: 1,455	Re: Are GMC's as popular as Chevy I have always loved the look of the GMC, just a personal preference I guess, or maybe I am just biased lol. Attached Images __________________ James Bellwood 1968 930 Extend-A-Cab Dually 5.7l, 5 speed,

08-08-2017, 06:29 PM	#17
cooperhw Registered User Join Date: Oct 2014 Location: Mesa AZ (Near Phoenix) Posts: 2,302	Re: Are GMC's as popular as Chevy My answer to the original question = NO. I like em both, and have both. But no, not as popular, till, you ask a GMC guy. It's like Chevy guys can and do love both, but GMC guys, A lot of them, only love GMC's. My newest addition to the herd is a 71 GMC. Big block, factory air, tach.tilt. __________________ "Life is too short to drive a boring vehicle". Later, Wayne

08-08-2017, 06:34 PM	#18
RenoKeene Florida Edition Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Fruitland Park, FL Posts: 4,028	Re: Are GMC's as popular as Chevy I chose to build a GMC for the simple reason that I'm less likely to run into another one wherever I go. WARNING: Don't build one unless you like a lot of attention. I'm not kidding. Attached Images __________________ 70 GMC Short Stepside "Rose"-An American Beauty: Factory 402/TH400, AM/FM, AC, Tilt, Tach, Buckets, Posi, PS, PB, 3-5 Drop, Complete Resto-Rod 67 C-20 Slant Back Wrecker "Mad Max" 67 C-10 Ratrod "Step-N-Wolf" 71 Serro Scotty Sportsman camper "Scotty" 97 LT1 Z28 "The Hornet" Link to more pics of "Rose" http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/a...p?albumid=1684 Check out my "Cheap Tricks" thread and add to it if you can, lots of good info there. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=489394

08-04-2017, 02:39 PM	#19
67ChevyRedneck Hittin E-Z Street on Mud Tires Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Greenville, SC Posts: 23,090	Re: Are GMC's as popular as Chevy While the GMC data was lost to a fire, it was believed Chevrolet outsold GMC 4:1, but looking at the trucks that are left, it appears GMCs have had a much lower survival rate than Chevrolet's (including being transformed in Chevrolet's). __________________ Jesse James 1967 C10 SWB Stepside: 350/700R4/3.73 1965 Ford Mustang: 289/T5-5spd/3.25 Trac-Loc 1968 Pontiac Firebird: Project Fire Chicken! 2015 Silverado Double Cab 5.3L Z71 2001 Jeep Wrangler Sport 4.0L 5spd 2020 Chevrolet Equinox Premium 2.0L Turbo 2011 Mustang V6 ~ Wife's ride American Born, Country by the Grace of God 1967 CST Shop Truck Rebuild! My 1967 C-10 Build Thread My Vintage Air A/C Install Project "On a Dime" Trying my hand at Home Renovation! 1965 Mustang Modifications!

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Husker Registered User Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Mid NE USA Posts: 2,212	Re: Are GMC's as popular as Chevy Yep Ron __________________ Member #111 68 C-10 Daily Driver 70 4x4 Project 76 Jeep CJ-5 Help Support the Board: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/payments.php He who knows nothing is closer to the truth than he whose mind is filled with falsehoods and errors. Thomas Jefferson

08-06-2017, 12:46 PM	#21
Z10 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: Midland, TX Posts: 1,267	Re: Are GMC's as popular as Chevy My grandfather had a 56 GMC and I loved that old truck. Always liked the fact that he had something different, so when I went looking for a GMC (they are harder to find) I found this 72. Mine is completely restomodded with a ZZ4 FIRST TPI fuel injected, 700r4 overdriven, GM cruised controlled, Vintage Air cooled, Willwooded braked, Bluetooth Retrosound tuned, dropped........Time Machine and my 4 year old grandson loves it. Lol Attached Images __________________ 1969 RS/SS Z10 Camaro Pace coupe 1972 GMC Short Step buildhttp://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1#post6356218 1979 Mazda RX7 1979 Pontiac Trans Am WS6 & 1979 Pontiac Trans Am 10th Anniversary 1999 Honda Valkyrie 2006 Corvette Z06 2010 BMW 650i

08-06-2017, 04:30 PM	#24
Coley Registered User Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Victoria, B.C Posts: 3,794	Re: Are GMC's as popular as Chevy Yep, real steel and chrome on those front ends, no plastic....I had a 1970 GMC and that was a good looking truck. If it wasn't for the look of the '71/72' eggcrate style front grills of the Chevy (which I've always loved)....I would be next after the GMC's for looks....just personal preference here. All good Coley __________________ ....for some men, there is experience, skill and effort....for the others...there is visa and UPS LOL 1966 Chevy 1/2 ton (Florida- Red/white) 1972 Chevy 1/2 ton (California- Blue/white) 2005 Chevy Silverado HD2500/Duramax 2000 Dodge Ram 1500

08-06-2017, 04:47 PM	#25
berch 69GMC Registered User Join Date: Jan 2015 Location: Boynton bch, FL Posts: 187	Re: Are GMC's as popular as Chevy Clear to me, it's GMC.



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