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**Already Gone** · 12-11-2006, 01:21 PM

If any of you folks are looking for a nice 71 short box Chevy there is one going through the Barrett- Jackson January "Big Buck Auction" in Scottsdale, Arizona. Its posted on their webpage and its number 16.1.. There isnt a whole lot of info on it but it does say its an original with a repaint. Although their auction stuff brings outrageous prices especially with their 8% buyers fee the quality is always there..

Longhorn Man · 12-11-2006, 04:03 PM

just an opinion here, but they are bastardizing the hobby. The public sees the stupid money the old stuff goes for, and they think there junk is worth more now.
I saw a very clean 73 Comet (Maveric) go for over 10 grand... an inline 6, automatic, power nothing... but good shape car.
That's just stupid.

chevyboy55 · 12-11-2006, 06:10 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Longhorn Man

just an opinion here, but they are bastardizing the hobby. The public sees the stupid money the old stuff goes for, and they think there junk is worth more now.
I saw a very clean 73 Comet (Maveric) go for over 10 grand... an inline 6, automatic, power nothing... but good shape car.
That's just stupid.

I agree

TruckinDaddy · 12-11-2006, 05:00 PM

http://www.barrett-jackson.com/carli...LotNumber=16.1

Bad71chev406sbc · 12-11-2006, 05:12 PM

I love to watch it.....but theres a downside to watching the BIg auctions....everyone who has a '70 chevelle with a 350 and rust all over the floor thinks they have a 30k+ car......bologna! my 2 cents.

HUGE PIC...

_EDIT!!!_ No direct link to barret-jackson.com

72armyswbtruck · 12-11-2006, 05:28 PM

I love to watch it too, but darn, prices go too steep

LUV2XCLR8 · 12-11-2006, 05:36 PM

**SOON2BLAZE** · 12-11-2006, 05:56 PM

just an opinion here, but they are bastardizing the hobby. (Quote) I agree, now every one with a pre 72 car/truck thinks that they are sitting on a gold mine. I still love to watch it.

Bad71chev406sbc · 12-11-2006, 06:30 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SOON2BLAZE

just an opinion here, but they are bastardizing the hobby. (Quote) I agree, now every one with a pre 72 car/truck thinks that they are sitting on a gold mine. I still love to watch it.

I couldn't have put it better...."bastardizing the hobby" is the best way to put it.

sixtysevengmc · 12-11-2006, 06:32 PM

X2

novajess1972 · 12-11-2006, 08:01 PM

Ummmmm, what does bastardizing mean???

Just kidding....being silly. Not saying I would've used those words, but I agree with the conviction.

J

Slammed70 · 12-11-2006, 08:05 PM

Check the link TruckinDaddy put up.....is it just me, or does the firewall have salvageyard numbers all over it?

TruckinDaddy · 12-11-2006, 08:34 PM

Mine has grease pencil markings on the firewall. Model number and production markings from the assembly line.

I bet that green truck has some, too.

weasel29gm · 12-11-2006, 09:50 PM

4 years ago my buddy bought a 71 SWB identical to that one. Same color and options,2nd owner,garage kept owned 15 yrs. He gave 10,500 and worth every penny. Shame it burned when his house burned. Appraised at 16,500 and insurance paid that.

PanelDeland · 12-11-2006, 10:31 PM

$174,000.00 for a Hemi 'Cuda clone with a greasy 318.After I saw Don Johnson sell the one he drove in Nash Bridges I pretty much quit watching.The people buying most of those cars are not auto enthusiasts.They have figured out that there isn't a capital gains tax on collector cars like there is on real estate.They wont drive or enjoy the car for what it is they just think they can make a killing on it.As far as bastardizing the hobby,I think that's a real problem and have watched what it did to Harley Davidson Motorcycles.In fact I think a lot of the Doctors Lawyers and Indian Chiefs who got into the Harleys have now gone into classic cars.
Some of us remember when you could buy a daily rider Harley for $2500.00 or so.Now if it has the Harley name and runs it's worth $10,000.00 or more.The average hobbyist can't afford to play with the $$$ boys willing to spend enough to"Show the other guy I can too buy that car"
Even 4 door cars are starting to be worth something.I can remember people giving 4 doors away for parts cars.A lot of them would be worth big $$$ now.

OK Now I'll get off my soapbox.Sorry if I hijacked this just really gets to me.

see ten · 12-11-2006, 10:45 PM

That truck that's going up on the block looks identical to 71see10s before it was dropped except his is much cleaner under the hood.

**Already Gone** · 12-12-2006, 01:36 PM

Wow, I got more reaction to this thread than I anticipated. I do agree with the comments here especially the one about people thinking their 70 Nova 6 banger with holes in the floor and a rusted body is worth 10k.. Although it ticks us off isnt this capitalism and the American way in its purest form..

12-11-2006, 01:21 PM	#1
Already Gone 70+ ( Old Skool Club ) Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Saskatoon, Saskatchewan ,Canada Posts: 9,148	Barrett - Jackson Auction If any of you folks are looking for a nice 71 short box Chevy there is one going through the Barrett- Jackson January "Big Buck Auction" in Scottsdale, Arizona. Its posted on their webpage and its number 16.1.. There isnt a whole lot of info on it but it does say its an original with a repaint. Although their auction stuff brings outrageous prices especially with their 8% buyers fee the quality is always there.. __________________ 1972 C10 Custom/Deluxe 613 Highlander 406/700R4 1999 White Tahoe LS 4x2 with Z56 Police Package 1992 K1500 GMC Suburban Members I have personally met: MusicMan70 - HeavyD - ChewyChevy67 - StingRay -71SWB4x4 - 67 Burb - DeadheadNM - too much stuff - bc65 - das601 " Circumsatances Do Not Change Responsibility " " The Sky is not the Limit, Your Mind is." Marilyn Monroe .. RIP Charlie Watts 1941 - 2021 Last edited by Already Gone; 12-11-2006 at 01:21 PM.

12-11-2006, 04:03 PM	#2
Longhorn Man its all about the +6 inches Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Hilliard Ohio Posts: 2,690	Re: Barrett - Jackson Auction just an opinion here, but they are bastardizing the hobby. The public sees the stupid money the old stuff goes for, and they think there junk is worth more now. I saw a very clean 73 Comet (Maveric) go for over 10 grand... an inline 6, automatic, power nothing... but good shape car. That's just stupid.

12-11-2006, 05:00 PM	#4
TruckinDaddy What's that funky smell? Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Austin, TX Posts: 610	Re: Barrett - Jackson Auction http://www.barrett-jackson.com/carli...LotNumber=16.1 __________________ Mike S 68 C10 Long Step (Pretending to be a Long Fleetside) Grandpa's Farm Truck 3 on the tree, 307, No power brakes or steering Factory Options - HD rear spring and Ammeter/Oil Gauges My truck blog My Car Domain page

12-11-2006, 05:12 PM	#5
Bad71chev406sbc Registered User Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Boring, Oregon Posts: 162	Re: Barrett - Jackson Auction I love to watch it.....but theres a downside to watching the BIg auctions....everyone who has a '70 chevelle with a 350 and rust all over the floor thinks they have a 30k+ car......bologna! my 2 cents. HUGE PIC... _EDIT!!!_ No direct link to barret-jackson.com __________________ '71 SNB, 406sbc, TH350 w/ Transpak & Starshifter, 12bolt w/ 3.73s, 2" Early Classic front coils, 2.5" Flowmaster Super 40's Last edited by Bad71chev406sbc; 12-11-2006 at 06:29 PM.

12-11-2006, 05:28 PM	#6
72armyswbtruck Registered User Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Idaho Posts: 4,033	Re: Barrett - Jackson Auction I love to watch it too, but darn, prices go too steep __________________ "Remember, They can Kill You, but they can't eat You, That's against the law!!!!!!!!!"

12-11-2006, 05:36 PM	#7
LUV2XCLR8 The LuvShack Garage Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Maple Grove, TN (West Side) Posts: 30,468	Re: Barrett - Jackson Auction __________________ Owner/Op: "TN Classic Transport Carriers" The Toy: "Square Vette" 72 Hybrid Blazer Toy Barn: "LuvShack" 40 x 60 x 20 Shop Tow Piggy:"Maddy" 88 Silverado 3500 Hauler: "Feathers" 14 Aluma 8218T

12-11-2006, 05:56 PM	#8
SOON2BLAZE Account Suspended Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Southern UT Posts: 906	Re: Barrett - Jackson Auction just an opinion here, but they are bastardizing the hobby. (Quote) I agree, now every one with a pre 72 car/truck thinks that they are sitting on a gold mine. I still love to watch it. Last edited by SOON2BLAZE; 12-11-2006 at 05:58 PM.

12-11-2006, 06:32 PM	#10
sixtysevengmc village idiot Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Barbourville,KY Posts: 176	Re: Barrett - Jackson Auction X2

12-11-2006, 08:01 PM	#11
novajess1972 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Houston, Texas Posts: 190	Re: Barrett - Jackson Auction Ummmmm, what does bastardizing mean??? Just kidding....being silly. Not saying I would've used those words, but I agree with the conviction. J __________________ 1985 SWB Silverado 1/2 Ton 1972 Chevy SWB 1/2 Ton (sold) 1972 Chevy Chevelle SS (sold) 1971 Chevy Nova (sold) 1967 Chevy El Camino (sold) 2001 Mustang Bullitt (sold) 2019 Toyota Tundra Crewmax (daily) Last edited by novajess1972; 12-11-2006 at 08:01 PM.

12-11-2006, 08:34 PM	#13
TruckinDaddy What's that funky smell? Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Austin, TX Posts: 610	Re: Barrett - Jackson Auction Mine has grease pencil markings on the firewall. Model number and production markings from the assembly line. I bet that green truck has some, too. __________________ Mike S 68 C10 Long Step (Pretending to be a Long Fleetside) Grandpa's Farm Truck 3 on the tree, 307, No power brakes or steering Factory Options - HD rear spring and Ammeter/Oil Gauges My truck blog My Car Domain page

12-11-2006, 09:50 PM	#14
weasel29gm SLOW BUT SURE,BUT CLOSER Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: eleanor wv usa Posts: 3,099	Re: Barrett - Jackson Auction 4 years ago my buddy bought a 71 SWB identical to that one. Same color and options,2nd owner,garage kept owned 15 yrs. He gave 10,500 and worth every penny. Shame it burned when his house burned. Appraised at 16,500 and insurance paid that. __________________ 69 C-10, OWNED 38YRS... 350 over 30, 350 Turbo, 3:73 Posi P/S, P/B Black with red and black int. ''LOVE THESE OLD ''TRUCKS.......

12-11-2006, 10:31 PM	#15
PanelDeland I am a Referee of life. Join Date: Jun 2000 Location: Greensboro N.C. Posts: 13,992	Re: Barrett - Jackson Auction $174,000.00 for a Hemi 'Cuda clone with a greasy 318.After I saw Don Johnson sell the one he drove in Nash Bridges I pretty much quit watching.The people buying most of those cars are not auto enthusiasts.They have figured out that there isn't a capital gains tax on collector cars like there is on real estate.They wont drive or enjoy the car for what it is they just think they can make a killing on it.As far as bastardizing the hobby,I think that's a real problem and have watched what it did to Harley Davidson Motorcycles.In fact I think a lot of the Doctors Lawyers and Indian Chiefs who got into the Harleys have now gone into classic cars. Some of us remember when you could buy a daily rider Harley for $2500.00 or so.Now if it has the Harley name and runs it's worth $10,000.00 or more.The average hobbyist can't afford to play with the $$$ boys willing to spend enough to"Show the other guy I can too buy that car" Even 4 door cars are starting to be worth something.I can remember people giving 4 doors away for parts cars.A lot of them would be worth big $$$ now. OK Now I'll get off my soapbox.Sorry if I hijacked this just really gets to me. __________________ The 47-present Chevrolet and GMC Truck Message Board Network,it's owners,moderators,members,and associates of any type should not be held responsible for my opinion. You can't fix stupid,not even with duct tape. "My appearance is due to the fact that "GOD" does punish you for having too much fun!" Barrett-Jackson has perfected alchemy,they make rust into gold! "You can lead a horse to water but you can't saddle a duck" "Cleverly disguised as a 'Responsible Adult' "Sometimes your Knight in shining armor is just a retard in tinfoil"

12-11-2006, 10:45 PM	#16
see ten WTB this ad Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Lafayette Georgia Posts: 5,074	Re: Barrett - Jackson Auction That truck that's going up on the block looks identical to 71see10s before it was dropped except his is much cleaner under the hood.

12-12-2006, 01:36 PM	#17
Already Gone 70+ ( Old Skool Club ) Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Saskatoon, Saskatchewan ,Canada Posts: 9,148	Re: Barrett - Jackson Auction Wow, I got more reaction to this thread than I anticipated. I do agree with the comments here especially the one about people thinking their 70 Nova 6 banger with holes in the floor and a rusted body is worth 10k.. Although it ticks us off isnt this capitalism and the American way in its purest form.. __________________ 1972 C10 Custom/Deluxe 613 Highlander 406/700R4 1999 White Tahoe LS 4x2 with Z56 Police Package 1992 K1500 GMC Suburban Members I have personally met: MusicMan70 - HeavyD - ChewyChevy67 - StingRay -71SWB4x4 - 67 Burb - DeadheadNM - too much stuff - bc65 - das601 " Circumsatances Do Not Change Responsibility " " The Sky is not the Limit, Your Mind is." Marilyn Monroe .. RIP Charlie Watts 1941 - 2021



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