Bend, OR Craigslist Blazer - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

drunkbus · 07-08-2008, 05:52 PM

http://bend.craigslist.org/car/746248296.html

Not sure if I did the link right but it looks like a pretty nice Blazer for the price. Any of the Bend members know anything about this one?

Big Block · 07-08-2008, 08:54 PM

That looks like a great deal for someone. I can't bring another home right now or I'd be living in it.

Mint68 · 07-09-2008, 01:40 AM

Buy it! If it looks like that in person I dont think that you could afford not to buy it.

70rs/ss · 07-09-2008, 11:45 AM

I think it may be a bit too good to be true? It doesn't have a bunch of picts, but I'd think that would be a $6-8000 Blazer, so unless someone saw it in person I'd wonder if it isn't a scam??

Putter · 07-09-2008, 12:29 PM

Kinda looks like GQ's little brother.

drunkbus · 07-09-2008, 01:53 PM

I'm affraid to call because I think it would result in a road trip this weekend and an angry girlfriend.

Big J · 07-09-2008, 02:31 PM

If thats in good shape its a steal. However, if it has small rust spots here and there then it more than likely has bad rust hiding under the surface..... Still a good buy though, lol.... I've got more than that in mine and its just a pile of parts, lol......

bouncytruck · 07-09-2008, 04:08 PM

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Originally Posted by drunkbus

I'm affraid to call because I think it would result in a road trip this weekend and an angry girlfriend.

Just tell her it's a romantic trip to scenic Bend. Take a look at the mountain, stop by sunriver, pickup a blazer – what more could a girl want?

drunkbus · 07-09-2008, 05:21 PM

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Originally Posted by bouncytruck

Just tell her it's a romantic trip to scenic Bend. Take a look at the mountain, stop by sunriver, pickup a blazer – what more could a girl want?

She does love to go over to Bend. I mentioned something about a Blazer over in Bend and she came back about an hour later and said "did I hear you say we were going to Bend this weekend?" Now if I only had an extra 4 grand laying around.

drunkbus · 07-09-2008, 05:36 PM

I called and talked to the guy and he is supposed to e-mail me some more photos. I asked about the rust and it sounds like the typical Blazer rust, under the battery tray and passenger side fender, and at the back of the bed by the tailgate. He said a previous owner replaced the rockers and some of the floors so I am not sure what that would look like. He has only had it since December. Sounds like he probably bought it cheap and did a little work to it to try to make some money. He said he's done a tune-up, put on a new edelbrock q-jet carb, replaced the ball joints and tie-rod ends up front and put in a new carpet kit. Said it's a pretty clean truck overall has a few dings here and there and the original paint is pretty thin but runs good and has been using it as a daily driver for a few weeks now. Anybody have any thoughts on this? It is really tempting me. My main concern would be the quality of work that was done on the rockers and floors. I will post the pics if he sends them to me.

bouncytruck · 07-09-2008, 05:54 PM

The work on the rockers would be my concern too. There's really no way to tell if the rust cut out or just covered with new outer rockers. Also, if it is original paint, was the repaired areas repainted?

I'd low-ball the guy if you decide to go over there.

drunkbus · 07-09-2008, 06:06 PM

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Originally Posted by bouncytruck

The work on the rockers would be my concern too. There's really no way to tell if the rust cut out or just covered with new outer rockers. Also, if it is original paint, was the repaired areas repainted?

I'd low-ball the guy if you decide to go over there.

I don't think I would buy it unless I could get it for $3500, unless it turned out to be better than I expected.

Big Block · 07-09-2008, 08:02 PM

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Originally Posted by bouncytruck

The work on the rockers would be my concern too. There's really no way to tell if the rust cut out or just covered with new outer rockers. Also, if it is original paint, was the repaired areas repainted?

I'd low-ball the guy if you decide to go over there.

I agree with bouncy. You'll just have to wait until you get a good look at it.

drunkbus · 07-09-2008, 11:44 PM

I've got pictures. It looks like it has a tach dash and AC, doubt the AC still works though. Interior doesn't look bad at all. A new passenger side fender and grill and you would be good to go. I forgot to ask what kind of shape the top is in.

drunkbus · 07-09-2008, 11:47 PM

A few more. I am really getting tempted.

drbyrdman · 07-10-2008, 12:21 AM

i live in Bend and it just came up on craigslist the other day. i have never seen it around town. but redmond is just 15 miles away.

bouncytruck · 07-09-2008, 06:12 PM

I was thinking $3,000. Do know how long it's been for sale?

drunkbus · 07-09-2008, 06:44 PM

Not sure, I usually check craigslist every few weeks and this is the first time I have seen it there. The guy said he bought it in Cottage Grove back in December.

bouncytruck · 07-10-2008, 01:14 AM

That's a good looking rig. From the pics, I'd say it's worth the $4,000.

What makes you think the A/C doesn't work? Mine works great and it's only a year newer than that one.

Jtrux · 07-10-2008, 01:41 AM

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Originally Posted by bouncytruck

That's a good looking rig. From the pics, I'd say it's worth the $4,000.

What makes you think the A/C doesn't work? Mine works great and it's only a year newer than that one.

Probably just an assumption. Out of all the AC equipped 67-72 chevy's i've seen only two have had working AC's and I live in TEXAS for crying out loud.

drunkbus · 07-10-2008, 12:34 PM

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Originally Posted by bouncytruck

That's a good looking rig. From the pics, I'd say it's worth the $4,000.

What makes you think the A/C doesn't work? Mine works great and it's only a year newer than that one.

A lot of older rigs usually seem to have missing AC components or if the AC goes out it seems like nobody ever wants to put money into fixing it since it's not a necessity, especially if you're going topless.

**mr48chev** · 07-10-2008, 01:52 AM

I know one thing, if I had 4k to blow this week I'd be racing you to Redmond and it is a 185 mile straight shot for me.

Tripple black and all the good options make it pretty desireable.

Chevyman63 · 07-10-2008, 06:22 AM

Unless the areas that were fixed are absolutely crap, it looks like it would be worth the money to me. Then again, location, location, location.

drunkbus · 07-10-2008, 12:40 PM

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Originally Posted by mr48chev

I know one thing, if I had 4k to blow this week I'd be racing you to Redmond and it is a 185 mile straight shot for me.

Tripple black and all the good options make it pretty desireable.

That's the problem I'm having. Trying to justify spending the money when I already have a Blazer and the economy sucks. But you only live once, right? Maybe I should just flip a coin and get it over with.

72highlander · 07-10-2008, 06:55 PM

it has air vents, but non air controls, something not quite right, but looks like a nice rig.

07-08-2008, 05:52 PM	#1
drunkbus New Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Coos Bay, OR Posts: 1,077	Bend, OR Craigslist Blazer http://bend.craigslist.org/car/746248296.html Not sure if I did the link right but it looks like a pretty nice Blazer for the price. Any of the Bend members know anything about this one?

07-08-2008, 08:54 PM	#2
Big Block Big Block Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Durham, N.C. Posts: 1,649	Re: Bend, OR Craigslist Blazer That looks like a great deal for someone. I can't bring another home right now or I'd be living in it.

07-09-2008, 01:40 AM	#3
Mint68 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Nebraska Posts: 762	Re: Bend, OR Craigslist Blazer Buy it! If it looks like that in person I dont think that you could afford not to buy it.

07-09-2008, 11:45 AM	#4
70rs/ss Registered User Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Northern AZ Posts: 7,271	Re: Bend, OR Craigslist Blazer I think it may be a bit too good to be true? It doesn't have a bunch of picts, but I'd think that would be a $6-8000 Blazer, so unless someone saw it in person I'd wonder if it isn't a scam??

07-09-2008, 12:29 PM	#5
Putter More Cowbell.... Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: Puckett, MS Posts: 3,569	Re: Bend, OR Craigslist Blazer Kinda looks like GQ's little brother. __________________ *There once was a member from Puckett.....Who ( fill in the blank blank blank* ) bucket**

07-09-2008, 01:53 PM	#6
drunkbus New Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Coos Bay, OR Posts: 1,077	Re: Bend, OR Craigslist Blazer I'm affraid to call because I think it would result in a road trip this weekend and an angry girlfriend.

07-09-2008, 02:31 PM	#7
Big J Its lookin' like a Blazer! Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: Gods Country, KY Posts: 1,773	Re: Bend, OR Craigslist Blazer If thats in good shape its a steal. However, if it has small rust spots here and there then it more than likely has bad rust hiding under the surface..... Still a good buy though, lol.... I've got more than that in mine and its just a pile of parts, lol...... __________________ BAZINGA! My Build

07-09-2008, 05:36 PM	#10
drunkbus New Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Coos Bay, OR Posts: 1,077	Re: Bend, OR Craigslist Blazer I called and talked to the guy and he is supposed to e-mail me some more photos. I asked about the rust and it sounds like the typical Blazer rust, under the battery tray and passenger side fender, and at the back of the bed by the tailgate. He said a previous owner replaced the rockers and some of the floors so I am not sure what that would look like. He has only had it since December. Sounds like he probably bought it cheap and did a little work to it to try to make some money. He said he's done a tune-up, put on a new edelbrock q-jet carb, replaced the ball joints and tie-rod ends up front and put in a new carpet kit. Said it's a pretty clean truck overall has a few dings here and there and the original paint is pretty thin but runs good and has been using it as a daily driver for a few weeks now. Anybody have any thoughts on this? It is really tempting me. My main concern would be the quality of work that was done on the rockers and floors. I will post the pics if he sends them to me.

07-09-2008, 05:54 PM	#11
bouncytruck SKINNY TIRES RULE! Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: Bothell, WA Posts: 11,049	Re: Bend, OR Craigslist Blazer The work on the rockers would be my concern too. There's really no way to tell if the rust cut out or just covered with new outer rockers. Also, if it is original paint, was the repaired areas repainted? I'd low-ball the guy if you decide to go over there. __________________ bouncytruck 1972 K5 The Hauler 1994 K1500 Suburban The Daily2010 Kia Soul Wife's Ride2014 Fiat 500L

07-09-2008, 11:44 PM	#14
drunkbus New Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Coos Bay, OR Posts: 1,077	Re: Bend, OR Craigslist Blazer I've got pictures. It looks like it has a tach dash and AC, doubt the AC still works though. Interior doesn't look bad at all. A new passenger side fender and grill and you would be good to go. I forgot to ask what kind of shape the top is in. Attached Images

07-09-2008, 11:47 PM	#15
drunkbus New Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Coos Bay, OR Posts: 1,077	Re: Bend, OR Craigslist Blazer A few more. I am really getting tempted. Attached Images

07-10-2008, 12:21 AM	#16
drbyrdman Registered User Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: San Diego Posts: 631	Re: Bend, OR Craigslist Blazer i live in Bend and it just came up on craigslist the other day. i have never seen it around town. but redmond is just 15 miles away.

07-09-2008, 06:12 PM	#17
bouncytruck SKINNY TIRES RULE! Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: Bothell, WA Posts: 11,049	Re: Bend, OR Craigslist Blazer I was thinking $3,000. Do know how long it's been for sale? __________________ bouncytruck 1972 K5 The Hauler 1994 K1500 Suburban The Daily2010 Kia Soul Wife's Ride2014 Fiat 500L

07-09-2008, 06:44 PM	#18
drunkbus New Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Coos Bay, OR Posts: 1,077	Re: Bend, OR Craigslist Blazer Not sure, I usually check craigslist every few weeks and this is the first time I have seen it there. The guy said he bought it in Cottage Grove back in December.

07-10-2008, 01:14 AM	#19
bouncytruck SKINNY TIRES RULE! Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: Bothell, WA Posts: 11,049	Re: Bend, OR Craigslist Blazer That's a good looking rig. From the pics, I'd say it's worth the $4,000. What makes you think the A/C doesn't work? Mine works great and it's only a year newer than that one. __________________ bouncytruck 1972 K5 The Hauler 1994 K1500 Suburban The Daily2010 Kia Soul Wife's Ride2014 Fiat 500L



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07-10-2008, 01:52 AM	#22
mr48chev Registered User Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Toppenish, WA Posts: 15,640	Re: Bend, OR Craigslist Blazer I know one thing, if I had 4k to blow this week I'd be racing you to Redmond and it is a 185 mile straight shot for me. Tripple black and all the good options make it pretty desireable.

07-10-2008, 06:22 AM	#23
Chevyman63 Can't wait to retire!! Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: Corunna, MI Posts: 1,575	Re: Bend, OR Craigslist Blazer Unless the areas that were fixed are absolutely crap, it looks like it would be worth the money to me. Then again, location, location, location. __________________ 2009 4x4 Chevy Crew Cab 6.0 1989 4x4 Siverado (270,000 miles) 1972 4x4 Blazer 2007 Chevy Cutaway 1 ton 1970 Corvette (sons project) RIP - CLR 10/11/09

07-10-2008, 06:55 PM	#25
72highlander Sophomore Member Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: brownwood, tx Posts: 927	Re: Bend, OR Craigslist Blazer it has air vents, but non air controls, something not quite right, but looks like a nice rig. __________________ 1972 Chevrolet Highlander SWB 1972 Custom Deluxe 3/4 2WD 60k miles these trucks don't need vacuum gauges cause they don't suck! two wrongs don't make a right, but three rights do make a left all i want is a little more than i'll ever get it's better to be judged by 12 than to be carried by 6

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