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zimmstoy · 10-18-2009, 11:00 PM

Hey everyone,

I picked up a 74 Blazer a few months ago. Nice straight truck, 99% rust-free with what appears to be all original metal. I am debating on whether or not to sell the truck since I really don't have time for it. Is 74 a desireable year?

Thanks,
Scott

Blazer Eagle · 10-18-2009, 11:27 PM

hell yeah it is desirable, FULL VERT!!!!!!!!!!

zimmstoy · 10-18-2009, 11:41 PM

How do I figure out a value on this thing? I rarely see any for sale. Is that cause they are just uncommon, not many made or what?

Hertzdaddy · 10-19-2009, 08:43 AM

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Originally Posted by zimmstoy

How do I figure out a value on this thing? I rarely see any for sale. Is that cause they are just uncommon, not many made or what?

2wd or 4wd? 2wd is more rare and therefore valuable. You could do a search on ebay but that will usually give you a low value due to bottom-feeding. Its a start though.

tvblazer78 · 10-19-2009, 07:24 PM

Any pics?

zimmstoy · 10-19-2009, 11:52 PM

its a 4wd. I will snap some pics when i get back home this weekend. been traveling like a madman.

**Thealien** · 10-25-2009, 05:15 PM

You will regret it if you sell it. Take the top off and you may never sell it!

tvblazer78 · 10-26-2009, 09:15 AM

X2

That's a nice ride and it will be hard to replace that one. Like the wheels.

68Timber · 11-06-2009, 08:40 PM

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Originally Posted by tvblazer78

X2

That's a nice ride and it will be hard to replace that one. Like the wheels.

Survivors are so rare, I'd hate to see that one molested. It can easily fetch some big $$$ as-is.

Don't mind me, I'm an old phart...

That's a really nice truck, love to have it.

centexan · 11-07-2009, 01:51 AM

ha! just saw you're in IL. That would be one heck of shipping charge. Wow...everytime I see something I want, it never seems to be close.

Blazer Eagle · 10-26-2009, 04:54 PM

noooo dont sell it, youll never find another one that is that complete and original

centexan · 11-02-2009, 12:29 AM

Have a 74 Jimmy in South Austin. Mine is not in as good as shape as yours. Top shot etc. Hang on to it. I don't see many around here.

zimmstoy · 11-02-2009, 11:58 PM

I am gonna keep working on it and driving it. I think I may start to search for 3/4 ton axles. Keep me occupied with something to do

wildwilly4x4 · 11-04-2009, 06:14 PM

If you do sell it, I am looking for a 73-75, but I just need a roller. I bent the frame on my really nice '80 k5 back in feb.

zimmstoy · 11-05-2009, 01:21 AM

I will keep it in mind, but this is far from a parts truck.

wildwilly4x4 · 11-05-2009, 05:09 PM

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Originally Posted by zimmstoy

I will keep it in mind, but this is far from a parts truck.

Not necessarily looking for a parts rig, I just dont need any drivetrain if I can find one that is already gutted. Looking for a nice rust free frame and tub to replace the nice one that I have and bent the frame on.

Damien · 11-05-2009, 04:08 PM

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Originally Posted by wildwilly4x4

If you do sell it, I am looking for a 73-75, but I just need a roller. I bent the frame on my really nice '80 k5 back in feb.

I know of '74 jimmy that the body is falling off the frame. I believe the frame is solid, but it is in MN. I think the frames are different too. I thought the '77 up frames were changed for the rear foot well. The '73-76 blazers have a flat floor from the front seats to the tailgate.

Jonboy · 11-05-2009, 09:30 AM

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Originally Posted by zimmstoy

I am gonna keep working on it and driving it. I think I may start to search for 3/4 ton axles. Keep me occupied with something to do

I think you have car ADHD. Nothing wrong with that, though.

72BlckButy · 11-05-2009, 09:43 AM

Any pics of the other Blazer in the background?

Jonboy · 11-05-2009, 09:47 AM

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Originally Posted by 72BlckButy

Any pics of the other Blazer in the background?

http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/c...ct=3471&cat=13

Scott doesn't get on here nearly as much as I do, so I cought it for him. The Jimmy is solid, and needs a good home.

zimmstoy · 11-05-2009, 09:59 AM

Thanks Jon.

If you guys want some more detailed pictures of the Jimmy in the background PM me your email address and we can work something out.

72BlckButy · 11-05-2009, 03:00 PM

Thanks for the info Jon, I knew I remembered seeing a similar blazer/jimmy some place.

Jonboy · 11-05-2009, 04:27 PM

78 is the first year for the newer floor, 77 still has a flat floor. 77 is kind of a transition year for a few things, the high back buckets were a running change in '77, and the doors changed to the newer door regulators (and the ability to run power windows). It's also the only year for the yellow stripe in the trim.

sky56 · 11-06-2009, 07:48 PM

Very nice score congrats on the new truck. Ive already started falling in love with my 75 K5. Im in the process of scoring a soft top and will be selling my full hard top if anyones interested.

centexan · 11-07-2009, 01:34 AM

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Originally Posted by sky56

Very nice score congrats on the new truck. Ive already started falling in love with my 75 K5. Im in the process of scoring a soft top and will be selling my full hard top if anyones interested.

I am definitely interested in it. How good a shape is it in? The one on my 74 is shot and I could use it.

10-18-2009, 11:00 PM	#1
zimmstoy Registered User Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Cedar Park, TX Posts: 214	74 Blazer - What to do? Hey everyone, I picked up a 74 Blazer a few months ago. Nice straight truck, 99% rust-free with what appears to be all original metal. I am debating on whether or not to sell the truck since I really don't have time for it. Is 74 a desireable year? Thanks, Scott

10-18-2009, 11:27 PM	#2
Blazer Eagle Registered User Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: PLacerville, CA Posts: 195	Re: 74 Blazer - What to do? hell yeah it is desirable, FULL VERT!!!!!!!!!!

10-18-2009, 11:41 PM	#3
zimmstoy Registered User Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Cedar Park, TX Posts: 214	Re: 74 Blazer - What to do? How do I figure out a value on this thing? I rarely see any for sale. Is that cause they are just uncommon, not many made or what?

10-19-2009, 07:24 PM	#5
tvblazer78 Low & Fast! Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Knoxville, TN Posts: 3,110	Re: 74 Blazer - What to do? Any pics? __________________ Southeastern Mini Truckin' Nationals April 27 and 28, 2012

10-19-2009, 11:52 PM	#6
zimmstoy Registered User Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Cedar Park, TX Posts: 214	Re: 74 Blazer - What to do? its a 4wd. I will snap some pics when i get back home this weekend. been traveling like a madman.

10-25-2009, 05:15 PM	#7
Thealien Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Pine Ridge Florida Posts: 4,134	Re: 74 Blazer - What to do? You will regret it if you sell it. Take the top off and you may never sell it!

10-26-2009, 09:15 AM	#8
tvblazer78 Low & Fast! Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Knoxville, TN Posts: 3,110	Re: 74 Blazer - What to do? X2 That's a nice ride and it will be hard to replace that one. Like the wheels. __________________ Southeastern Mini Truckin' Nationals April 27 and 28, 2012

11-07-2009, 01:51 AM	#10
centexan Registered User Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Austin, Texas Posts: 167	Re: 74 Blazer - What to do? ha! just saw you're in IL. That would be one heck of shipping charge. Wow...everytime I see something I want, it never seems to be close.

10-26-2009, 04:54 PM	#11
Blazer Eagle Registered User Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: PLacerville, CA Posts: 195	Re: 74 Blazer - What to do? noooo dont sell it, youll never find another one that is that complete and original

11-02-2009, 12:29 AM	#12
centexan Registered User Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Austin, Texas Posts: 167	Re: 74 Blazer - What to do? Have a 74 Jimmy in South Austin. Mine is not in as good as shape as yours. Top shot etc. Hang on to it. I don't see many around here.

11-02-2009, 11:58 PM	#13
zimmstoy Registered User Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Cedar Park, TX Posts: 214	Re: 74 Blazer - What to do? I am gonna keep working on it and driving it. I think I may start to search for 3/4 ton axles. Keep me occupied with something to do

11-04-2009, 06:14 PM	#14
wildwilly4x4 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Sunray,TX Posts: 251	Re: 74 Blazer - What to do? If you do sell it, I am looking for a 73-75, but I just need a roller. I bent the frame on my really nice '80 k5 back in feb.

11-05-2009, 01:21 AM	#15
zimmstoy Registered User Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Cedar Park, TX Posts: 214	Re: 74 Blazer - What to do? I will keep it in mind, but this is far from a parts truck.

11-05-2009, 09:43 AM	#19
72BlckButy Tot Roddin' Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Mid-MO Posts: 24,461	Re: 74 Blazer - What to do? Any pics of the other Blazer in the background? __________________ -Nate 1969 CST SWB - Project Blank Slate (4.5/6" ECE Static Drop, 6-lug disc brake upgrade (manual), Billet Specialties Vintec 20x8.5 255/40 (F) 20x10 295/40 (R), 250 I-6) 1960 AMF Skylark - Tot Roddin' (Lowered with custom frame; soon to include custom push bar and interior) 2008 Silverado CrewCab 1LT (5.3L, 3:73, 4x4, LT1, Z-71, Towing Package)

11-05-2009, 09:59 AM	#21
zimmstoy Registered User Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Cedar Park, TX Posts: 214	Re: 74 Blazer - What to do? Thanks Jon. If you guys want some more detailed pictures of the Jimmy in the background PM me your email address and we can work something out.



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11-05-2009, 03:00 PM	#22
72BlckButy Tot Roddin' Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Mid-MO Posts: 24,461	Re: 74 Blazer - What to do? Thanks for the info Jon, I knew I remembered seeing a similar blazer/jimmy some place. __________________ -Nate 1969 CST SWB - Project Blank Slate (4.5/6" ECE Static Drop, 6-lug disc brake upgrade (manual), Billet Specialties Vintec 20x8.5 255/40 (F) 20x10 295/40 (R), 250 I-6) 1960 AMF Skylark - Tot Roddin' (Lowered with custom frame; soon to include custom push bar and interior) 2008 Silverado CrewCab 1LT (5.3L, 3:73, 4x4, LT1, Z-71, Towing Package)

11-05-2009, 04:27 PM	#23
Jonboy Slots go on anything! Join Date: May 2003 Location: Richardson, TX Posts: 5,957	Re: 74 Blazer - What to do? 78 is the first year for the newer floor, 77 still has a flat floor. 77 is kind of a transition year for a few things, the high back buckets were a running change in '77, and the doors changed to the newer door regulators (and the ability to run power windows). It's also the only year for the yellow stripe in the trim.

11-06-2009, 07:48 PM	#24
sky56 Registered User Join Date: May 2009 Location: Chicago, IL Posts: 26	Re: 74 Blazer - What to do? Very nice score congrats on the new truck. Ive already started falling in love with my 75 K5. Im in the process of scoring a soft top and will be selling my full hard top if anyones interested.

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