Which year is the "best"? - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

SRH916 · 02-11-2008, 04:39 PM

Right now I am a proud owner of a 1975 C-10 LWB, but I bought it to clean up and turn around and sell. I have realy wanted a 67-72, but what years would any of you consider the "best" or the most desireable, or are they all the same? Just so I can look around and keep my eyes out for one.

Thanks in advance,
Jared

blukangoo · 02-11-2008, 06:05 PM

Definitely a 68 C10.

GMC Jim · 02-11-2008, 07:25 PM

I feel the last year of a series is most always the "best"... a '72 GMC/Chev truck will have disk brakes and other items which the earlier models of the series did not have... Further examples would include; 1972 MonteCarlo, 1966 Chev/GMC truck etc, etc

**68350** · 02-11-2008, 07:37 PM

well, prolly a custom deluxe or better packaged truck cause your likely to get power assist along with the standard disk brakes. also power steering. 5 lug set-up. more options available for 72 also. standard 3 seat belt set-up. however, all the years are AWESOME!!

ChevLoRay · 02-11-2008, 08:29 PM

I say it depends on your goals.

The first two years of this style, the '67-68's are thought to be the cleanest in that they are the original design from Harry Bentley Bradley, as he and GM agreed it should look.

The next two years, the '69-70's, show the effects of GM wanting to show the trucks to be more masculine (GM's words). The more erect front fascia is the result of that idea. Some like it, some don't. The 350 was introduced to these trucks in '69.

The final two years, the '71-72's, have a "refined" grille as started in '69. The grille insert is easily swapped for billet, offering flexibility in the look you can get. Disc brakes and five-lugs were standard beginning in '71.

A/C is an option for all of these years. The '67 model is the only one that had two back window sizes. Harry Bradley says he likes the small window for the "limosine" look. The buying public preferred the large rear window, and the small one was dropped early into the second year (68).

You can look on this site and find all kinds of opinions about specific years, so you aren't going to get an unbiased opinion. We like our trucks. The more you own/build/drive it, the more you like it....because you make it what you want it to be.

**Boog** · 02-11-2008, 10:36 PM

A 69 is fine but hey, it's all good!

Bob 68327 · 02-11-2008, 11:20 PM

I prefer my 68' but like em' all !!!!!!!!! Can't go wrong with any year 67-72!!

*ksjh1316* · 02-11-2008, 11:30 PM

As long as its a GMC any year works but the 67 in my opinion is the best.

Ol'Rover · 02-11-2008, 11:30 PM

personaly, i realy liked the 71 - 72...first year with 5 bolt hubs, and front disk brakes

Eichorst69 · 02-11-2008, 11:47 PM

I think it all depends on what you are going to do with it, restore to original or customize and then it all depends on your own tast. If you customize you can add any option you want. If you want to keep it original then you have to consider the different options availiable for that specific year.
I currently have a 69 4x4 that is lifted with 40 inch Ground Hawgs and has been modified but I am going to restore the body to look stock with two tone paint and mouldings.
I then want to get a 67 C-10 and totally customize and then eventually get a 72 C-10 and restore to original.

Rob

Longhorn Man · 02-12-2008, 12:23 AM

Quote:

what years would any of you consider the "best" or the most desireable

1967 - 1972 are the best.

ChevyDude · 02-12-2008, 12:25 AM

Which year is best = CAN OF WORMS!!! LOL. I like them all...and had to have a 71' and a 68'...confirming to the wife that I'm nuts, LOL.

brad_man_72 · 02-12-2008, 12:42 AM

looks 67, but small rear window 6-lug wheels no disc brakes. functionallity 71,72 power disc brakes 5 lug good looks.

caminokid · 02-12-2008, 12:43 AM

All of them are great trucks. But if you want it all...options that is...the 71 - 72 Cheyennes are the way to go. I personally like the grilles of the 71-72's the best.

PanelDeland · 02-12-2008, 12:55 AM

For a modified truck I really like a 67 small rear window swb step.For functionality stock I like the 72 for the above stated reasons.I like the 67-68 grille best,I'm not a big fan of the mouldings on the sides unless it's a custom or other highly optioned truck,I tend to like simple and functional.I have also almost always driven Panels or pickups with toppers or campers so i tend to use my mirrors to back and see behind me.I really like the Chevrolet small block engine because it was good enough to be in producton for so long and parts are cheap,but big blocks are great for their power.Since I like different though I am keeping the 6 in my current project.
Given an unlimited budget and ability I would probably build a 67 small window swb step with a late model or aftermarket blown aluminum small
block with a 4l60 tranny,keeping it all under the hood for a sleeper.
You asked which is best.Which one do"YOU" want?

jsbgump · 02-12-2008, 01:03 AM

67-68 are the best

Spray-Bomb · 02-12-2008, 01:13 AM

Depends on what your plans are for the truck

If you're selling it, you prolly want the one that has the most options & stuff, but if you're keeping it you just need to pick which one looks best to you

For me it's 67 Only whether thats swb or long & I prefer wide beds

whatnow123 · 02-12-2008, 01:35 AM

a fully optioned 72 shortbed with a 67front clip and shaved rear markers. All the good stuff from the later style, but the looks of the early one.

ChevLoRay · 02-12-2008, 01:48 AM

...see what I meant? There are as many opinions as there are members....

**70cst** · 02-12-2008, 03:01 AM

Lets look on the brite side...if this question was about a Ford or a Dodge then we would not be having this discussion. I have a loaded 70cst but I do like the 67-68 front ends. My Dad had a 72 and I really never like the egg crate look. Be that as it may be...67-72 trucks are ICONS in the making. Buy the truck that "YOU" like best and make it your truck. You won't go wrong!

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krazy_texan · 02-12-2008, 03:17 AM

it is all personal opinions on here me personally i like my small windows on the 67s but i like the 71-72 grills i guess i kinda like them all it just depends on what you want and what you are wanting to do to it

67_C-30 · 02-12-2008, 03:48 AM

It's all about opinion because they are all great trucks. My favorite is '67 Chevy. The clean looking grill with no side markers looks best of all of them IMO. I don't care for the GMC's as much as the Chevy's but I don't hate them either. I guess my order of the 3 different groups would be 67-78, 71-72, and 69-70. With that being said, I'm focusing on painting my '69 C/10 which has become my daily driver (I have a 2000 Z71 that has been once in the last 3 weeks!). Even though I prefer the other grills a little more, my '69 is a pretty clean truck, and even though I could swap out the grill for another year model, I'm not going to.

stllookn · 02-12-2008, 04:11 AM

1972 FULLY optioned short fleetside big block truck, original owner and less than 50,000 miles. That should keep you out of my sandbox...LOL!

They are all keepers as long as they are priced right...Good luck!

wibilly · 02-12-2008, 04:20 AM

get one of each then you tell us

1969stepside · 02-12-2008, 04:42 AM

1969-1972 c-10 swb stepside or a 1969-1972chevy blazer

02-11-2008, 04:39 PM	#1
SRH916 1975 C-10 Silverado LWB Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Sacramento, CA Posts: 326	Which year is the "best"? Right now I am a proud owner of a 1975 C-10 LWB, but I bought it to clean up and turn around and sell. I have realy wanted a 67-72, but what years would any of you consider the "best" or the most desireable, or are they all the same? Just so I can look around and keep my eyes out for one. Thanks in advance, Jared __________________ 1975 LWB C-10 Silverado - Stock - "BIG 10" - 4 Bolt 350 "Brand new" 1200mi - THM-375 "Brand new w/trans cooler" 5000mi 1995 Ford Lightning - Bone Stock - 351W - Vortech??

02-11-2008, 06:05 PM	#2
blukangoo Neighborhood Pickle Slinger Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Cadolzburg, Bavaria, Germany Posts: 2,224	Re: Which year is the "best"? Definitely a 68 C10. __________________ -------------------------------------------------- My C10 Diary Our cars: 1966 Chevrolet Chevelle 396 - TH350 1968 Chevrolet C10/CST 327 TH400/375 1969 Corvette Stingray 350 - Muncie Manual Trans 1969 Chevrolet ElCamino 350 - TH400 1970 Cutlass Supreme Convertible - 350 Rocket - TH350 1973 Camaro LT - New Engine Done - TH350 1973 Corvette Convertible 454 - TH400

02-11-2008, 07:25 PM	#3
GMC Jim Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Portland, Oregon Posts: 901	Re: Which year is the "best"? I feel the last year of a series is most always the "best"... a '72 GMC/Chev truck will have disk brakes and other items which the earlier models of the series did not have... Further examples would include; 1972 MonteCarlo, 1966 Chev/GMC truck etc, etc __________________ '71 GMC;fleetside;PB/PS/AC/CC/402 Eng./Custom Paint/110,000act miles/3 fuel tanks(52gal).

02-11-2008, 07:37 PM	#4
68350 Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Williston, ND Posts: 2,999	Re: Which year is the "best"? well, prolly a custom deluxe or better packaged truck cause your likely to get power assist along with the standard disk brakes. also power steering. 5 lug set-up. more options available for 72 also. standard 3 seat belt set-up. however, all the years are AWESOME!! __________________ 68 Chevy CST/10, 50th Anniversary, 327/th400, 373 posi, buckets 68 GMC Shortbox Stepside, 402/th400, Tilt, Tach, Bucket Seats, 3.08 Positraction 69 Chevy Camaro SS, 383, 4 speed, positraction 70 Chevy El Camino SS396, Triple Black, 454/th400, Tach 70 Chevy Shortbox Stepside 4x4, 350/th350, Tilt, Tach, Cab Lights, Bumper Guards, Tow Hooks 70 Chevy 3/4 Longbox, 350/auto, 70k, SURVIVOR 71 Chevy Blazer, CST, 350/auto 71 GMC Sierra K2500, 454, 4 speed, 4.10 posi, 37s 71 Custom/30, Open Road, 350/th400, tilt 72 Chevy Shortbox Fleetside, 496 Stroker/th400, Tilt, Tach, Bucket Seats, 3.42 Posi 72 GMC Sierra Grande 2500. 427/th400, tilt, a/c, tool and stowage, buckets/console, 3.54 posi

02-11-2008, 08:29 PM	#5
ChevLoRay Old Skool Club Join Date: Jun 2001 Location: Benton, AR "The Heart of Arkansas" Posts: 10,880	Re: Which year is the "best"? I say it depends on your goals. The first two years of this style, the '67-68's are thought to be the cleanest in that they are the original design from Harry Bentley Bradley, as he and GM agreed it should look. The next two years, the '69-70's, show the effects of GM wanting to show the trucks to be more masculine (GM's words). The more erect front fascia is the result of that idea. Some like it, some don't. The 350 was introduced to these trucks in '69. The final two years, the '71-72's, have a "refined" grille as started in '69. The grille insert is easily swapped for billet, offering flexibility in the look you can get. Disc brakes and five-lugs were standard beginning in '71. A/C is an option for all of these years. The '67 model is the only one that had two back window sizes. Harry Bradley says he likes the small window for the "limosine" look. The buying public preferred the large rear window, and the small one was dropped early into the second year (68). You can look on this site and find all kinds of opinions about specific years, so you aren't going to get an unbiased opinion. We like our trucks. The more you own/build/drive it, the more you like it....because you make it what you want it to be. __________________ Member Nr. 2770 '96 GMC Sportside; 4.3/SLT - Daily driven....constantly needs washed. '69 C-10 SWB; 350/TH400 - in limbo The older I get, the better I was.

02-11-2008, 10:36 PM	#6
Boog laying low Join Date: Mar 2001 Location: Searcy, Ark. USA Posts: 13,514	Re: Which year is the "best"? A 69 is fine but hey, it's all good! __________________ Boog 69 Chevy stepside, 358/T350, 4.11 posi, 4.5/4 drop, rallys, poboy driver primer is finer 91 Chevy sportside, Tahoe, Yukon & GMC Crewcab All GM..'nuff said. I stand for the flag and kneel at the cross

02-11-2008, 11:20 PM	#7
Bob 68327 72 Chevelle Club Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Newton , Iowa Posts: 2,052	Re: Which year is the "best"? I prefer my 68' but like em' all !!!!!!!!! Can't go wrong with any year 67-72!! __________________ I Have The Right To Remain Silent,But Lack The Ability 1972 Chevelle ... Mine 2006 Trailblazer... Hers 2002 Buick century ... Kids 2002 K1500 Z-71 EXT CAB ... Daily Driver 2005 Rockwood Roo ... For Camping 1974 Harley-Davidson XLH Sportster 84'' stroker

02-11-2008, 11:30 PM	#8
ksjh1316 Account Suspended Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Wichita KS Posts: 1,599	Re: Which year is the "best"? As long as its a GMC any year works but the 67 in my opinion is the best.

02-11-2008, 11:30 PM	#9
Ol'Rover Project: years too late. Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Almonte,ON,Canada Posts: 550	Re: Which year is the "best"? personaly, i realy liked the 71 - 72...first year with 5 bolt hubs, and front disk brakes __________________ 1971 C10 Stepper LSX 5.3/4L60E 3.73 12bolt posi. Father Son Project. In Memory of Bruce C. Shorten. Rest easy Dad. Ill take it fryom here.

02-11-2008, 11:47 PM	#10
Eichorst69 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: South Florida Posts: 158	Re: Which year is the "best"? I think it all depends on what you are going to do with it, restore to original or customize and then it all depends on your own tast. If you customize you can add any option you want. If you want to keep it original then you have to consider the different options availiable for that specific year. I currently have a 69 4x4 that is lifted with 40 inch Ground Hawgs and has been modified but I am going to restore the body to look stock with two tone paint and mouldings. I then want to get a 67 C-10 and totally customize and then eventually get a 72 C-10 and restore to original. Rob

02-12-2008, 12:25 AM	#12
ChevyDude Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Westminster, CO Posts: 3,071	Re: Which year is the "best"? Which year is best = CAN OF WORMS!!! LOL. I like them all...and had to have a 71' and a 68'...confirming to the wife that I'm nuts, LOL. __________________ Alex 1971 Lil' Red 350 SBC 700R4

02-12-2008, 12:42 AM	#13
brad_man_72 the boat guy Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: springfield mo Posts: 2,339	Re: Which year is the "best"? looks 67, but small rear window 6-lug wheels no disc brakes. functionallity 71,72 power disc brakes 5 lug good looks.

02-12-2008, 12:43 AM	#14
caminokid Chevy nut Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Springfield, Illinois Posts: 2,266	Re: Which year is the "best"? All of them are great trucks. But if you want it all...options that is...the 71 - 72 Cheyennes are the way to go. I personally like the grilles of the 71-72's the best. __________________ 84 Chevy Custom Deluxe 1/2 Ton Named Fade To Black II "Remember kids there is NO replacement for displacement!"

02-12-2008, 12:55 AM	#15
PanelDeland I am a Referee of life. Join Date: Jun 2000 Location: Greensboro N.C. Posts: 13,992	Re: Which year is the "best"? For a modified truck I really like a 67 small rear window swb step.For functionality stock I like the 72 for the above stated reasons.I like the 67-68 grille best,I'm not a big fan of the mouldings on the sides unless it's a custom or other highly optioned truck,I tend to like simple and functional.I have also almost always driven Panels or pickups with toppers or campers so i tend to use my mirrors to back and see behind me.I really like the Chevrolet small block engine because it was good enough to be in producton for so long and parts are cheap,but big blocks are great for their power.Since I like different though I am keeping the 6 in my current project. Given an unlimited budget and ability I would probably build a 67 small window swb step with a late model or aftermarket blown aluminum small block with a 4l60 tranny,keeping it all under the hood for a sleeper. You asked which is best.Which one do"YOU" want? __________________ 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"

02-12-2008, 01:03 AM	#16
jsbgump Gone Fishing Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Fort Worth, Texas 76135 Posts: 12,361	Re: Which year is the "best"? 67-68 are the best __________________ 68 Chevy Short Fleetside LSX Swap Under Way 3.73 posi 2.5/4 drop Frame of resto has been started 2022 Hyundai Tucson Limited 2019 Chevy Traverse Redline Edition Wifes Ride Build Thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1#post3483616



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02-12-2008, 01:13 AM	#17
Spray-Bomb Texas Big Wig Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Mineola, Texas Posts: 5,620	Re: Which year is the "best"? Depends on what your plans are for the truck If you're selling it, you prolly want the one that has the most options & stuff, but if you're keeping it you just need to pick which one looks best to you For me it's 67 Only whether thats swb or long & I prefer wide beds __________________ Just not low enough... ----------------------------- Sinister Killer

02-12-2008, 01:35 AM	#18
whatnow123 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Arizona Posts: 835	Re: Which year is the "best"? a fully optioned 72 shortbed with a 67front clip and shaved rear markers. All the good stuff from the later style, but the looks of the early one. __________________ 67 Short Step, 355, 700R 4.11 posi rear, 4/6 drop Discs on all 4 corners. Build thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=219094

02-12-2008, 01:48 AM	#19
ChevLoRay Old Skool Club Join Date: Jun 2001 Location: Benton, AR "The Heart of Arkansas" Posts: 10,880	Re: Which year is the "best"? ...see what I meant? There are as many opinions as there are members.... __________________ Member Nr. 2770 '96 GMC Sportside; 4.3/SLT - Daily driven....constantly needs washed. '69 C-10 SWB; 350/TH400 - in limbo The older I get, the better I was.

02-12-2008, 03:01 AM	#20
70cst Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: New Madison, Ohio Posts: 21,373	Re: Which year is the "best"? Lets look on the brite side...if this question was about a Ford or a Dodge then we would not be having this discussion. I have a loaded 70cst but I do like the 67-68 front ends. My Dad had a 72 and I really never like the egg crate look. Be that as it may be...67-72 trucks are ICONS in the making. Buy the truck that "YOU" like best and make it your truck. You won't go wrong! The ICON... http://www.sporttruck.com/techarticl...cks/index.html __________________ A husband can be right...or...A husband can be happy. 67-72 Chevy and GMC Trucks...The Classic Truck for the Classic Folk. 1970 CST Two tone green, 402BB, 400 Automatic, Tach, Buckets, AC, AM-FM, Tilt, GM CB, GM 8 Tract, LWB, etc JOHN 17:3...The better side of "LIFE" Remember: Everyday is a good day...Some are just gooder! Last edited by 70cst; 02-12-2008 at 03:03 AM.

02-12-2008, 03:17 AM	#21
krazy_texan Registered User Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: West Des Moines, Ia Posts: 3,233	Re: Which year is the "best"? it is all personal opinions on here me personally i like my small windows on the 67s but i like the 71-72 grills i guess i kinda like them all it just depends on what you want and what you are wanting to do to it __________________ Krazy Texan My Trucks are made with Wrenches not Chop Sticks 1967 GMC 3/4 ton "Johnny Cash" 1990 v1500 suburban 1967 Ford f100 Swb 4x4 "green bean" GOD BLESS JESUS, JOHN WAYNE, AND THE ALAMO

02-12-2008, 03:48 AM	#22
67_C-30 I have a radical idea! Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Sweet Home Alabama! Posts: 6,513	Re: Which year is the "best"? It's all about opinion because they are all great trucks. My favorite is '67 Chevy. The clean looking grill with no side markers looks best of all of them IMO. I don't care for the GMC's as much as the Chevy's but I don't hate them either. I guess my order of the 3 different groups would be 67-78, 71-72, and 69-70. With that being said, I'm focusing on painting my '69 C/10 which has become my daily driver (I have a 2000 Z71 that has been once in the last 3 weeks!). Even though I prefer the other grills a little more, my '69 is a pretty clean truck, and even though I could swap out the grill for another year model, I'm not going to. __________________ '67 C-30 Dually Pickup 6.2 Turbo Diesel, NP435 ‘72 C-10 SWB , 350 4bbl, TH350 '69 C-10 SWB , 250 L6, 3 OTT '69 GMC C3500, dump truck, 351 V6, NP435 '84 M1009 CUCV Military Blazer 67 C-30 Turbodiesel build thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=254096 My trucks http://s226.photobucket.com/albums/d...ediafilter=all Member of the 1-Ton Club!

02-12-2008, 04:11 AM	#23
stllookn Saving 1 truck at a time! Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: Kent, WA Posts: 6,465	Re: Which year is the "best"? 1972 FULLY optioned short fleetside big block truck, original owner and less than 50,000 miles. That should keep you out of my sandbox...LOL! They are all keepers as long as they are priced right...Good luck! __________________ '68 C20 Longhorn 50th Anniversary 400/TH400 '68 C20 Longhorn 50th Anniversary 468/TH400w/buckets '72 C20 Halfhorn (Longhorn w/o cab and front clip) '69 Flxible Cruiser (look up ugly in the dictionary) Last edited by stllookn; 02-12-2008 at 04:13 AM.

02-12-2008, 04:20 AM	#24
wibilly Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: northwestern wi Posts: 2,111	Re: Which year is the "best"? get one of each then you tell us __________________ common sense isn't so common anymore

02-12-2008, 04:42 AM	#25
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