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CG · 02-01-2008, 10:07 AM

So today I was at a customers and across the street there is a 68 short stepper. Its been there quite awhile. No engine no trans. No glass. Going to need the usual rust repairs...maybe a little more. I didnt look that close to be honest. Ive seen this truck many times over the last couple of years, its just sitting.

Today I pull up and the owner is outside. I yelled to him...Hey when you gonna get that thing on the road. He proceeds to tell me he has this and that etc etc...the usual plans people have.

I said ok, I guess its not for sale then. Then he tells me he would take a grand for it. He told me its the rare stepside. I said it has potential but thats way too much money considering how much work it needs. He asks me to make an offer.

Man I do NOT need another truck. BUT (lol) I was considering low balling him and saying I might go 350 bucks for it.

68 Short step, no spare tire cut out...this could be cool..right? LMAO...if I dont pick this up Ill let you local guys know where its at.

john@thepier · 02-01-2008, 11:25 AM

What ever amount of money that is burning in your pocket for this truck your talking about, should be spent on one of your projects at hand. Once the money is spent you'll feel and sleep better knowing you made progress. I recently spent a bunch of money that I should not have and regret it. A FOOL AND HIS MONEY ARE SOON PARTED. John

bob1967 · 02-01-2008, 11:33 AM

Just curious what makes it rare?

CG · 02-01-2008, 11:39 AM

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Originally Posted by bob1967

Just curious what makes it rare?

LOL...Those were his words not mine...I just nodded.

bob1967 · 02-01-2008, 11:49 AM

I've got one of those RARE stepsides too. It's got a ratchet shifter...lol

dan42 · 02-01-2008, 12:32 PM

Those stepsides are really RARE...better jump on it.

seriously, I agree with the previous advice - think of what 350 bucks will buy you on your current project. Priorities, man, priorities.

Longhorn Man · 02-01-2008, 01:49 PM

yeah, but short stepside trucks are sooooo cool!!!!

lowrollin70gmc · 02-01-2008, 02:26 PM

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Originally Posted by Longhorn Man

yeah, but short stepside trucks are sooooo cool!!!!

Longhorn Man has come out of the closet and will now be known as ShortNarrow Man.

Longhorn Man · 02-02-2008, 01:39 AM

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Originally Posted by lowrollin70gmc

Longhorn Man has come out of the closet and will now be known as ShortNarrow Man.

if you ever hear me say short NARROW then please come to my house, beat me with an HEI dist, then run over me repeatedly till I am dead.

Blue'72 · 02-02-2008, 02:30 AM

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68,69 K20 · 02-01-2008, 09:26 PM

I would try to low ball him, if he takes it great! You get a cheap truck. If he declines, so be it.

72freak · 02-01-2008, 10:06 PM

HIJACK.....Here you go.....if you just has to have one. It going on Ebay next week if I dont take it or sell it at Moultrie.

http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/c...ct=1937&cat=12

CG · 02-01-2008, 10:28 PM

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Originally Posted by 72freak

HIJACK.....Here you go.....if you just has to have one. It going on Ebay next week if I dont take it or sell it at Moultrie.

http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/c...ct=1937&cat=12

That seems like a pretty good deal. A little more than Im willing to spend for something I would just tuck in a corner of the barn for who knows how long.

72freak · 02-01-2008, 11:21 PM

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Originally Posted by CG

That seems like a pretty good deal. A little more than Im willing to spend for something I would just tuck in a corner of the barn for who knows how long.

I thought it was a a fair price for a great running, pretty decent shape 67 short step. If my interests had not shifted in other vintage vehicles ......I would be keeping it. I am currently thinning my fleet of 67-72's to make time/room for new vehicles

Shyguy · 02-01-2008, 11:59 PM

Go for it, think of it as an investment. These trucks are starting to get rare around here in Southeast Missouri.

Last weekend my son, grandson and I were out cruising around looking for old cars and trucks, we stopped by and talked to a guy we know that has a 70 he is fixing up to use as a daily driver. He told us of a truck he saw in a guys backyard a while back and thought the guy would part with it.

We drove over to where it was supposed to be and finally found it. As it turns out it is a '67 small window with a six cylinder, 4 speed, C-20 long stepper. It is the bare bones variety with basic gages and no right side sun visor. It doesn't run and has the normal rust.

The guy wanted $400 for it and we finally got him down to $300. We pick it up Sunday. I will take some pictures then.

Danny-Southeast Missouri

CG · 02-02-2008, 04:03 AM

You gave 300 bucks for just the cab? or the truck and the extra cab in the back?

Down south truckin · 02-02-2008, 12:47 PM

Good deals only come along ever once and a while but you can fix your projects whenever! I thought everone knew that maybe thats why I got so much junk

Blue'72 · 02-02-2008, 01:29 PM

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Originally Posted by CG

You gave 300 bucks for just the cab? or the truck and the extra cab in the back?

I paid 300 for the whole truck with the extra cab.

72cheyennesuper20 · 02-02-2008, 01:12 PM

Mark, You need that truck, You just sold your Suburban to Longhornman, so you are down a classic Chevy.

**oldiron** · 02-02-2008, 03:13 PM

So much saving for that Caddy huh?

CG · 02-02-2008, 10:16 PM

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Originally Posted by oldiron

So much saving for that Caddy huh?

LOL...Thats still my number one priority. But you know these trucks are an addiction. I was getting the shakes thinking about it

ETsC10 · 02-02-2008, 10:33 PM

$350? Get it Mark...gunna take plenty of trucks to hold up dat ol barn!! I spent 3X that for mine. Dismantled.

Bishops Trucks · 02-02-2008, 03:40 PM

Buy it, it will make you sleep better at night.

jim zag · 02-02-2008, 08:04 PM

Are you CRAZY? I have been looking for a 68 short stepper for years. I would buy it in a HEARTBEAT! If you have projects in progress and others in waiting then it can be a tough decision. I know, I have many of both! Keep working!

Longhorn Man · 02-03-2008, 07:39 AM

IIYY?
(is it yours yet?)

02-01-2008, 10:07 AM	#1
CG BlahBlahBlah Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: Wa. Posts: 20,021	Ack, possibly another truck, make me stop So today I was at a customers and across the street there is a 68 short stepper. Its been there quite awhile. No engine no trans. No glass. Going to need the usual rust repairs...maybe a little more. I didnt look that close to be honest. Ive seen this truck many times over the last couple of years, its just sitting. Today I pull up and the owner is outside. I yelled to him...Hey when you gonna get that thing on the road. He proceeds to tell me he has this and that etc etc...the usual plans people have. I said ok, I guess its not for sale then. Then he tells me he would take a grand for it. He told me its the rare stepside. I said it has potential but thats way too much money considering how much work it needs. He asks me to make an offer. Man I do NOT need another truck. BUT (lol) I was considering low balling him and saying I might go 350 bucks for it. 68 Short step, no spare tire cut out...this could be cool..right? LMAO...if I dont pick this up Ill let you local guys know where its at.

02-01-2008, 11:25 AM	#2
john@thepier Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: Lake Geneva, WI 53147 Posts: 970	Re: Ack, possibly another truck, make me stop What ever amount of money that is burning in your pocket for this truck your talking about, should be spent on one of your projects at hand. Once the money is spent you'll feel and sleep better knowing you made progress. I recently spent a bunch of money that I should not have and regret it. A FOOL AND HIS MONEY ARE SOON PARTED. John

02-01-2008, 11:33 AM	#3
bob1967 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: peaster, texas Posts: 71	Re: Ack, possibly another truck, make me stop Just curious what makes it rare?

02-01-2008, 11:49 AM	#5
bob1967 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: peaster, texas Posts: 71	Re: Ack, possibly another truck, make me stop I've got one of those RARE stepsides too. It's got a ratchet shifter...lol

02-01-2008, 12:32 PM	#6
dan42 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Cali Central Coast Posts: 5,191	Re: Ack, possibly another truck, make me stop Those stepsides are really RARE...better jump on it. seriously, I agree with the previous advice - think of what 350 bucks will buy you on your current project. Priorities, man, priorities. __________________ '67 SWB Fleetside ZZ4/350/Tremec 5-speed/4link/Scott's IFS - and fun as heck! SOLD Click here to support the board Philippians 4: 6-7

02-01-2008, 01:49 PM	#7
Longhorn Man its all about the +6 inches Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Hilliard Ohio Posts: 2,690	Re: Ack, possibly another truck, make me stop yeah, but short stepside trucks are sooooo cool!!!!

02-02-2008, 02:30 AM	#10
Blue'72 Skinned knuckles Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Longview, Washington Posts: 1,126	Re: Ack, possibly another truck, make me stop I gave $300 for this.. __________________ '72 C-10 longbox soon to be short step! '72 Chevelle (sold in January) '07 Sebring '01 Ranger (I've gotta long commute..) If you try to fail, and succeed, which have you done? My build thread - http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=276904

02-01-2008, 09:26 PM	#11
68,69 K20 They call me the Breeze... Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: New York Posts: 2,251	Re: Ack, possibly another truck, make me stop I would try to low ball him, if he takes it great! You get a cheap truck. If he declines, so be it. __________________ Mike 69 K20 "Beer is proof God loves us and wants us to be happy"....Ben Franklin

02-01-2008, 10:06 PM	#12
72freak Rottenwood Garage Member Join Date: May 2005 Location: Marietta, Georgia Posts: 4,321	Re: Ack, possibly another truck, make me stop HIJACK.....Here you go.....if you just has to have one. It going on Ebay next week if I dont take it or sell it at Moultrie. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/c...ct=1937&cat=12 __________________ 2004 Chevrolet Suburban C1500 2001 Chevrolet 2500HD Crew 6.0 1999 Harley Davidson Electra Glide 1972 Chevrolet C-20 Custom Camper "Dump Truck" 1972 Chevrolet C-20 Suburban "Big Green" 1969 Chevrolet C-50 Wedge Hauler "Leonidis" 1966 C-10 2x4 short fleet 327 4 speed "Race Truck" 1952 Plymouth Cranbrook "Rican" (my grandfathers) 1931 Ford Model A Coupe "Black Beauty" 1930 Ford Model A truck "Club Cab" 4x4 Rottenwood Garage and Speed Shop.....where everything must be racy! *It's not just a hobby..It's a LIFESTYLE!!!* Thanks for nothing Barrett-Jackson You cant fix stupid or teach accountability! Time wasters, looky Lous and tire kickers are everywhere!

02-01-2008, 11:59 PM	#15
Shyguy Junior Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Southeast Missouri Posts: 2,436	Re: Ack, possibly another truck, make me stop Go for it, think of it as an investment. These trucks are starting to get rare around here in Southeast Missouri. Last weekend my son, grandson and I were out cruising around looking for old cars and trucks, we stopped by and talked to a guy we know that has a 70 he is fixing up to use as a daily driver. He told us of a truck he saw in a guys backyard a while back and thought the guy would part with it. We drove over to where it was supposed to be and finally found it. As it turns out it is a '67 small window with a six cylinder, 4 speed, C-20 long stepper. It is the bare bones variety with basic gages and no right side sun visor. It doesn't run and has the normal rust. The guy wanted $400 for it and we finally got him down to $300. We pick it up Sunday. I will take some pictures then. Danny-Southeast Missouri

02-02-2008, 04:03 AM	#16
CG BlahBlahBlah Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: Wa. Posts: 20,021	Re: Ack, possibly another truck, make me stop You gave 300 bucks for just the cab? or the truck and the extra cab in the back?

02-02-2008, 12:47 PM	#17
Down south truckin Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Lilburn Georgia Posts: 1,240	Re: Ack, possibly another truck, make me stop Good deals only come along ever once and a while but you can fix your projects whenever! I thought everone knew that maybe thats why I got so much junk

02-02-2008, 01:12 PM	#19
72cheyennesuper20 Registered User Join Date: May 2005 Location: Portland, OR. Posts: 414	Re: Ack, possibly another truck, make me stop Mark, You need that truck, You just sold your Suburban to Longhornman, so you are down a classic Chevy.

02-02-2008, 03:13 PM	#20
oldiron Designated Grumpy Old Man Join Date: Oct 2001 Location: arlington, washington usa Posts: 3,094	Re: Ack, possibly another truck, make me stop So much saving for that Caddy huh? __________________ Never let the truth get in the way of a good story 71 Chev 1/2 ton 4X4 LWB Fleetside SOLD http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=361222 http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1LgREwtDfaA 68 Chev 1 ton flat bed http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0bO8szzlD4A 56 Chev Handyman Wagon http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9y-6ddpBTkM http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lbLzZ7zY8wA 56 Chev Belair http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=410667 http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xoW0Ei7ZNIg

02-02-2008, 10:33 PM	#22
ETsC10 Hand Crafted C-10 Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Burien, WA Posts: 5,180	Re: Ack, possibly another truck, make me stop $350? Get it Mark...gunna take plenty of trucks to hold up dat ol barn!! I spent 3X that for mine. Dismantled.



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02-02-2008, 03:40 PM	#23
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02-02-2008, 08:04 PM	#24
jim zag ENGINE BUILDER Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Shortsville n.y. Posts: 344	Re: Ack, possibly another truck, make me stop Are you CRAZY? I have been looking for a 68 short stepper for years. I would buy it in a HEARTBEAT! If you have projects in progress and others in waiting then it can be a tough decision. I know, I have many of both! Keep working! __________________ JIM ZAG

02-03-2008, 07:39 AM	#25
Longhorn Man its all about the +6 inches Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Hilliard Ohio Posts: 2,690	Re: Ack, possibly another truck, make me stop IIYY? (is it yours yet?)

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