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Zumo · 12-09-2002, 04:51 PM

I was looking for some sod this weekend and I stopped at this tree nursery and the own came marching out to me eager to help me and eager to buy my truck. He tried to barter with trees and sod.

toms68cst · 12-09-2002, 05:49 PM

It would take alot of dirt to pry my truck out of my hands. I've had a few offers over the years. Most of them half-hearted.

68 with 350 TPI · 12-09-2002, 05:55 PM

I have learned one thing about these trucks.

People will ask to buy them no matter what the shape or the price

From perfect to a bondo bucket people just like them.

crazy longhorn · 12-09-2002, 06:07 PM

Just about evey time Im out with the longhorn, & shes not painted yet. The standard answer is ....nope, not for sale!

chevjayfsd · 12-09-2002, 06:07 PM

I have had a couple of offers...

THe first one was when i was lookin at a nice 10 second Grand National. Perfect with a 6"Cowl hood and all the ponies...He said he would trade me for my truck and throw in $5500..I said no...

Then the same guy had an award-winning 98 Ext. Cab Lowered and all said he would trade that to me and throw in $7000..
I said no

Then another guy said he would take it off of my hands and give it to his grandson (who is also 16) for $12000 i said no...

It would take alot for me to sell my truck....
But it always flatters me when someone asks...
Jason

weasel29gm · 12-09-2002, 06:17 PM

When mine was on the road I used to get 3-4 offers or somebody sayin' "You want to sell it". Even as long its been in the garage I've had calls or people to stop. One UPS guy stopped once a month for a long time. Now a question did you ever price it when asked? I never did cos I was always afraid someone would buy it.

NSANE68!!! · 12-09-2002, 06:30 PM

My standard answer with all my vehicles has always been. EVERYTHING IS FOR SALE. Usually followed by them asking how much? I say you set the price, your the one who wants it. If it is enough $$$$$ to peak my interest. Then she's gone!!!! I can always build another.

ozarkhippie · 12-09-2002, 06:41 PM

I sold one of my prize 72 by opening my mouth. I was in the middle of a ground up on a 72 swb cheyenne with a big block. A teenager stopped by and inquired about it, I priced it high enough that I was going to make a good profit, but I really thought it would scare them away because I didn't want to sell it. Next thing you know I have dad's and kids coming to look at the truck until one of them bought it. I really wanted this one for myself.

XXL · 12-09-2002, 07:08 PM

When I lived in TX, pretty regularly I'd have some yahoo hanging out his window while running down the highway trying to get my attention, mouthing "how much for the truck" while weaving back and forth trying to stay in his lane. There were times when I wanted to stop and sell the thing just so I wouldn't become victim of mister-overzealous.

(BTW, being a native Texan, I am fully qualified to use the term "yahoo" in reference to some yahoo driving down the road, acting like an idiot

).

Here in MA I get the occasional interest but most people who are peeked by the truck ask me "what is it?" I tell them it's a truck

Kenneth

RON WOODGEARD · 12-09-2002, 07:48 PM

I have guys asking all the time, But most of it is because it's not being driven everyday, So they think i've lost interest. I had one guy offer me some stupid high dollar amount. I really figured he was full of it so I said NO.. I later found out from a good friend of his that he really wanted it and was serious with his offer. (that's what I get for being a smart a**) The only other serious one was a guy from California offered me a very nice 67 Nova with a warmed up Small block, it was a clean car. I wished i would have taken that one. He traded it to a friend of mine who had a 71 C-10, Damned that was a nice NOVA.

But i'm like most of us on here, I'm embarrased on How much I've sunk into it, And I have too much in it to ever break even. So I guess I either wait for that one certain person, Or I wait for 7 more years and give it to my boy. either way is fine with me.
And if I did sell it, I would just have to go buy a Ford, LIGHTNING.... Sorry, i didn't mean to use four letter words here.

RON

teeitup · 12-09-2002, 07:58 PM

I've been chased down on the highway 3 times by guys wanting to buy my burb. I told them not for sale but if it happens again I'm telling them $6000 if they want it I'll buy another one!

Tyler_69C10 · 12-09-2002, 08:36 PM

I had one person come to our door and ask if the truck was for sale. I said straightaway that it wasn't, but in hindsight I should've seen how much he would've been willing to pay for it!

70burbulgy · 12-09-2002, 09:21 PM

Never had anyone chase me down the highway to buy my burb, Randy I think yours is in a little better shape than mine. Got stopped by the law last night, all he said is what the hell happened to your truck man

~72'Pete~ · 12-09-2002, 09:37 PM

What makes me laugh is the notes and business cards left on my windshield. I even had on dude chase after me in a 69 buick riviera......I thought he was a nuts gangsta who was going to jack me if I stopped....he eventually caught up to me in a parking lot and said "DUDE! why you driving soooo fast, sell me your ride......and this dude pulls out a fat was of 100's" I was like man I thought you were trying to jack me, shes not for sale" .........It is california ya know!

Tha man in the blue~72~

Gene · 12-09-2002, 09:46 PM

I drive it about once a week, so i'd have to say I get an offer once a week..... been offered ludicrous trades like new trucks, camaros, mustangs, you name it. But I have to say, if my wife finds out I turned down a niiiiiiiiiiice 69 camaro trade straight across, I would be sleeping im my truck

Blue_71 · 12-09-2002, 09:49 PM

so far ive had a $4200 offer on my 4x4, a $3500, a $3000, and a $1000... on the 2wd ive had a $1200, $600, and a 64 chevy with a nice 350

sgtjed · 12-09-2002, 09:52 PM

Every time i get gas i have the old," I had one of these when i was younger" or " my dad had one" followed by how much?
As always i say no and move on. but i think the next time i will ask them how much and just build another as i really miss my 70 lwb c/10 that was fully optioned with a 402 bb from the factory. i think the only reason i miss that one so much is that it was factory sunflower yellow,my favorite color.

my current one is a 70 c/10 that i have converted from 6/3pseed to a 327/350. but fore some reason everyone likes the 70's that i have had over the 68 gmc that i had. if i get rid of the current project i gonna get another 68 gmc,i really liked the leaf spring rear better.

Duner97 · 12-09-2002, 10:34 PM

I havent even gotten to drive mine yet, but when it was being delivered to my house, the seller was hauling it on a trailer and someone followed him to my house and my mom was standing outside the house watching it get unloaded and the dude was talking to her, and then asked if the owner wanted to sell it. She was all "its my son's, and he's buying it right now, so nope"

*racedvl* · 12-09-2002, 10:51 PM

I get more thumbs up, than offers to buy it. I guess I live in a poor area.

*Gee_Emm* · 12-09-2002, 10:59 PM

I only once got a bussiness card left on my windsheild. But I don't drive it much. I would like to know what someone would pay to see if I got a deal or not.
Offers anyone?

Its not for sale BTW :>

Ackattack · 12-09-2002, 11:04 PM

I've gotten a few offers, I just tell them I'll sell it for what I've spent on it. I'm not going to loose any money if I sell it, but $14000 is getting on up there.

gashog · 12-09-2002, 11:49 PM

Several people have asked if I wanted to sell the C/20 over the years but I cant go anywhere without someone commenting on it or asking about it, and its my daily driver. I've got a nice 69 camaro and Im rarely ever asked if I want to sell it. Can't wait to get the C/10 on the road, People love these things.

mtdave2 · 12-10-2002, 01:18 AM

never. dont know why.. i rarely get people to comment on my longhorn. maybe its just the people here in south texas? not sure.

67_SS396 · 12-10-2002, 02:30 AM

First I get the question, "Wanna Run". The next comment is DAMN, what do you have in that thing?! Followed by "look at the front fender"! (Crossed flags off a 'velle w/396.)

I was offered $5,500 at the last swap meet, but I told the guy $7,500. He wouldn't go higher than $6,500. (if i was smart, I would have taken it) I wasn't looking to sell, nor will I ever look to sell, unless I'm forced to eat my family as last resort. I shot him a high price, however, I have much more than that in the truck total. You will never get out what you put in, that's just a fact of life. The '67 is my baby and will be till the day I or my wife dies, which ever comes last.

low 84 · 12-10-2002, 03:01 AM

Quote:

Originally posted by 67_SS396
unless I'm forced to eat my family as last resort.

lmao, good one

12-09-2002, 04:51 PM	#1
Zumo Hot Rods For Life Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: Waxahachie, TX Posts: 3,305	How often does someone offer to buy your truck? I was looking for some sod this weekend and I stopped at this tree nursery and the own came marching out to me eager to help me and eager to buy my truck. He tried to barter with trees and sod. __________________ 1968 C10 LWB **SOLD* Andy Viva Los Bicicletas! Los Muertos Custom Bicycles

12-09-2002, 05:49 PM	#2
toms68cst Registered User Join Date: Jun 2000 Location: Bismarck, ND Posts: 4,282	It would take alot of dirt to pry my truck out of my hands. I've had a few offers over the years. Most of them half-hearted. __________________ Unrestored 68 C-10 CST. Original 327. 4-Speed CH465. 50k or so miles. TREASURER, Drum Brake Club.

12-09-2002, 05:55 PM	#3
68 with 350 TPI Registered User Join Date: May 2002 Location: Wingate NC Posts: 456	I have learned one thing about these trucks. People will ask to buy them no matter what the shape or the price From perfect to a bondo bucket people just like them. __________________ Life is good with a 6-71 supercharged 355 in a 72 camaro

12-09-2002, 06:07 PM	#4
crazy longhorn Fabricate till you "puke" Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Ill Posts: 9,403	Just about evey time Im out with the longhorn, & shes not painted yet. The standard answer is ....nope, not for sale! __________________ 69 longhorn,4" chop,3/5 drop, 1/2 ton suspension/disc brakes,1 1/2" body drop,steel tilt clip, 5.3/Edelbrock rpm intake/600 carb, Hooker streetrod shorties,2 1/2" exhaust/ H pipe/50's Flows , 6 spd Richmond trans,12 bolt/ 3.40 gears....

12-09-2002, 06:07 PM	#5
chevjayfsd Project 7dos Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: Abilene, Texas Posts: 876	I have had a couple of offers... THe first one was when i was lookin at a nice 10 second Grand National. Perfect with a 6"Cowl hood and all the ponies...He said he would trade me for my truck and throw in $5500..I said no... Then the same guy had an award-winning 98 Ext. Cab Lowered and all said he would trade that to me and throw in $7000.. I said no Then another guy said he would take it off of my hands and give it to his grandson (who is also 16) for $12000 i said no... It would take alot for me to sell my truck.... But it always flatters me when someone asks... Jason Attached Images __________________ 7DOS - 1972 C-10 350/350 Porterbuilt/Accuair 20x8.5/20x10 Ride Low or Die PSSST - Yes it's bagged. 7dos build thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=610290

12-09-2002, 06:17 PM	#6
weasel29gm SLOW BUT SURE,BUT CLOSER Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: eleanor wv usa Posts: 3,092	When mine was on the road I used to get 3-4 offers or somebody sayin' "You want to sell it". Even as long its been in the garage I've had calls or people to stop. One UPS guy stopped once a month for a long time. Now a question did you ever price it when asked? I never did cos I was always afraid someone would buy it. __________________ 69 C-10, OWNED 35YRS... 350 over 30, 350 Turbo, 3:73 Posi P/S, P/B Black with red and black int. ''LOVE THESE OLD ''TRUCKS.......

12-09-2002, 06:30 PM	#7
NSANE68!!! SLICER AND DICIER Join Date: May 2001 Location: Quuen Creek Posts: 1,383	My standard answer with all my vehicles has always been. EVERYTHING IS FOR SALE. Usually followed by them asking how much? I say you set the price, your the one who wants it. If it is enough $$$$$ to peak my interest. Then she's gone!!!! I can always build another. __________________ 01 Tahoe 22's 2/4 drop and tv's 68 chevy money pit 51 chevy belair 95 Honda 900RR 05 GMC Siearra (company truck)

12-09-2002, 06:41 PM	#8
ozarkhippie Registered User Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Eureka Springs AR Posts: 494	I sold one of my prize 72 by opening my mouth. I was in the middle of a ground up on a 72 swb cheyenne with a big block. A teenager stopped by and inquired about it, I priced it high enough that I was going to make a good profit, but I really thought it would scare them away because I didn't want to sell it. Next thing you know I have dad's and kids coming to look at the truck until one of them bought it. I really wanted this one for myself. __________________ Buy Sale or Trade 71 3/4 4x4 72 1/2 ton cheyenne 4x4

12-09-2002, 07:08 PM	#9
XXL Señor Member Join Date: May 2002 Location: Edge of the world Posts: 5,367	When I lived in TX, pretty regularly I'd have some yahoo hanging out his window while running down the highway trying to get my attention, mouthing "how much for the truck" while weaving back and forth trying to stay in his lane. There were times when I wanted to stop and sell the thing just so I wouldn't become victim of mister-overzealous. (BTW, being a native Texan, I am fully qualified to use the term "yahoo" in reference to some yahoo driving down the road, acting like an idiot ). Here in MA I get the occasional interest but most people who are peeked by the truck ask me "what is it?" I tell them it's a truck Kenneth __________________ Craigslist \| ebay \| Engrishtees \| www.myattitudesucks.com \| Follow me on Twitter

12-09-2002, 07:48 PM	#10
RON WOODGEARD Resident Young Old Dude ! Join Date: Jul 2001 Location: Nevada Posts: 1,948	I have guys asking all the time, But most of it is because it's not being driven everyday, So they think i've lost interest. I had one guy offer me some stupid high dollar amount. I really figured he was full of it so I said NO.. I later found out from a good friend of his that he really wanted it and was serious with his offer. (that's what I get for being a smart a**) The only other serious one was a guy from California offered me a very nice 67 Nova with a warmed up Small block, it was a clean car. I wished i would have taken that one. He traded it to a friend of mine who had a 71 C-10, Damned that was a nice NOVA. But i'm like most of us on here, I'm embarrased on How much I've sunk into it, And I have too much in it to ever break even. So I guess I either wait for that one certain person, Or I wait for 7 more years and give it to my boy. either way is fine with me. And if I did sell it, I would just have to go buy a Ford, LIGHTNING.... Sorry, i didn't mean to use four letter words here. RON

12-09-2002, 07:58 PM	#11
teeitup Just like to part out trucks!! Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: Meriden, Ks-North of Topeka 10 miles Posts: 27,396	I've been chased down on the highway 3 times by guys wanting to buy my burb. I told them not for sale but if it happens again I'm telling them $6000 if they want it I'll buy another one! __________________ 67 Chev swb stepside 4x4 283 4 speed SOLD 72 blazer 4x4 4 speed Cheyenne 72 GMC swb 4x4 fleet 4 speed, original paint 1958 Cameo (one of 1405 built, it was my dads) 2020 chevy Apex 4x4 crew cab 1969 Z28 with the 302 1980 chevy swb 4x4 1964 chevell Malibu SS 1976 K20, sold new originally out of my dads chevy dealership Members that I've met, over 200 probably closer to 300 in the 12 years I've been on this site, everyone I met "It was a pleasure"

12-09-2002, 08:36 PM	#12
Tyler_69C10 Registered User Join Date: May 2002 Location: Sidney, BC, Canada Posts: 63	I had one person come to our door and ask if the truck was for sale. I said straightaway that it wasn't, but in hindsight I should've seen how much he would've been willing to pay for it! __________________ 1969 Chevy C/10 LWB A great work truck!

12-09-2002, 09:21 PM	#13
70burbulgy Registered User Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: McPherson, KS 67460 Posts: 60	Never had anyone chase me down the highway to buy my burb, Randy I think yours is in a little better shape than mine. Got stopped by the law last night, all he said is what the hell happened to your truck man

12-09-2002, 09:37 PM	#14
~72'Pete~ Registered User Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: California Posts: 139	What makes me laugh is the notes and business cards left on my windshield. I even had on dude chase after me in a 69 buick riviera......I thought he was a nuts gangsta who was going to jack me if I stopped....he eventually caught up to me in a parking lot and said "DUDE! why you driving soooo fast, sell me your ride......and this dude pulls out a fat was of 100's" I was like man I thought you were trying to jack me, shes not for sale" .........It is california ya know! Tha man in the blue~72~

12-09-2002, 09:46 PM	#15
Gene Registered User Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Muskogee, Oklahoma Posts: 2,914	I drive it about once a week, so i'd have to say I get an offer once a week..... been offered ludicrous trades like new trucks, camaros, mustangs, you name it. But I have to say, if my wife finds out I turned down a niiiiiiiiiiice 69 camaro trade straight across, I would be sleeping im my truck __________________ 1971 SWB 4X4 Build BOARD MEMBER #5448 BOOMER SOONER!!!!



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12-09-2002, 09:52 PM	#17
sgtjed What if? Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Choctaw,Oklahoma Posts: 649	Every time i get gas i have the old," I had one of these when i was younger" or " my dad had one" followed by how much? As always i say no and move on. but i think the next time i will ask them how much and just build another as i really miss my 70 lwb c/10 that was fully optioned with a 402 bb from the factory. i think the only reason i miss that one so much is that it was factory sunflower yellow,my favorite color. my current one is a 70 c/10 that i have converted from 6/3pseed to a 327/350. but fore some reason everyone likes the 70's that i have had over the 68 gmc that i had. if i get rid of the current project i gonna get another 68 gmc,i really liked the leaf spring rear better.

12-09-2002, 10:34 PM	#18
Duner97 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Arroyo Grande, CA Posts: 125	I havent even gotten to drive mine yet, but when it was being delivered to my house, the seller was hauling it on a trailer and someone followed him to my house and my mom was standing outside the house watching it get unloaded and the dude was talking to her, and then asked if the owner wanted to sell it. She was all "its my son's, and he's buying it right now, so nope" __________________ 72 SB 4x4 -Duner97

12-09-2002, 10:51 PM	#19
racedvl Account Suspended Join Date: Jan 2000 Location: Woodstock, IL Posts: 7,020	I get more thumbs up, than offers to buy it. I guess I live in a poor area.

12-09-2002, 10:59 PM	#20
Gee_Emm Account Suspended Join Date: Sep 2000 Posts: 4,002	I only once got a bussiness card left on my windsheild. But I don't drive it much. I would like to know what someone would pay to see if I got a deal or not. Offers anyone? Its not for sale BTW :>

12-09-2002, 11:04 PM	#21
Ackattack Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Valley Center KS Posts: 3,525	I've gotten a few offers, I just tell them I'll sell it for what I've spent on it. I'm not going to loose any money if I sell it, but $14000 is getting on up there. __________________ Project Bruiser: 68 Pro-Touring C-10 5.3L / 4L60E Project Ironhide: 97 GMC Crew Cab 4x4 Cummins SOLD: '69 GMC 1/2T SWB TBI'd: Project No Buck Assembly Manual Index Sign up Thread!!! Factory Service Manual Index

12-09-2002, 11:49 PM	#22
gashog Active Member Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Lake co. california Posts: 192	Several people have asked if I wanted to sell the C/20 over the years but I cant go anywhere without someone commenting on it or asking about it, and its my daily driver. I've got a nice 69 camaro and Im rarely ever asked if I want to sell it. Can't wait to get the C/10 on the road, People love these things. Attached Images __________________ 69 Custom/10 454 Turbo 400 and 70 Custom/20 350 Turbo 350, 73 cheyanne C/10 also 69 camaro Z/28 and 85 Iroc Z

12-10-2002, 01:18 AM	#23
mtdave2 newly minted old timer Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Hudson WI Posts: 3,508	never. dont know why.. i rarely get people to comment on my longhorn. maybe its just the people here in south texas? not sure. __________________ ____________________________________________ 72 c20 longhorn 65k org miles and counting! 69 k10 Suburban

12-10-2002, 02:30 AM	#24
67_SS396 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2000 Location: Blue Ridge, Tx Posts: 1,172	First I get the question, "Wanna Run". The next comment is DAMN, what do you have in that thing?! Followed by "look at the front fender"! (Crossed flags off a 'velle w/396.) I was offered $5,500 at the last swap meet, but I told the guy $7,500. He wouldn't go higher than $6,500. (if i was smart, I would have taken it) I wasn't looking to sell, nor will I ever look to sell, unless I'm forced to eat my family as last resort. I shot him a high price, however, I have much more than that in the truck total. You will never get out what you put in, that's just a fact of life. The '67 is my baby and will be till the day I or my wife dies, which ever comes last. __________________ Fawker Fab three seater rock crawler buggy 498 BBC/SM465/203/205 doubler, propane, 5.13's, 42" PB Rockers '66 C10 - The new hot rod '77 3+3 Dually - 12 valve 4wd conversion tow rig project '28 Ford 2 door sedan street rod RevLimit Offroad "Hang on beer, we can do this."

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