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**JQ-72** · 01-03-2013, 09:42 PM

I just drug this 1972 Custom 10 in today. I've been doing this for years and I've never seen anything like this. What was the Atlanta assembly plant thinking?!?!
JQ

Sicklajoie · 01-03-2013, 09:44 PM

Wow, now that's a high option truck!

69GWC · 01-03-2013, 09:47 PM

Great color combo wonder how many trucks came with that color combo..

Crazy.
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**jocko** · 01-03-2013, 09:48 PM

takes all kinds. interesting little truck!

**JQ-72** · 01-03-2013, 09:55 PM

According my 1972 Truck Data Book, this combination was not available as a RPO, but there is no special order number at the bottom of the SPID. Who knows??
JQ

*Mister-B* · 01-03-2013, 10:10 PM

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Originally Posted by JQ-72

According my 1972 Truck Data Book, this combination was not available as a RPO, but there is no special order number at the bottom of the SPID. Who knows??
JQ

One thing that's odd, is that the interior is really cracked and beat, but yet the SPID is in great shape. Makes me wonder if somebody printed out their own SPID as a joke? I've seen people do that before
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turp mcspray · 01-03-2013, 10:16 PM

Here is another odd color combo. This one has a few more options though!

turp mcspray · 01-03-2013, 10:17 PM

And a couple more pics.

**special-K** · 01-03-2013, 10:31 PM

Josh,I think GM was doing a study on making a truck stand out with no options

**med.bronze** · 01-03-2013, 10:46 PM

when the engine isn't listed on the spid does that mean it came with a 307?

tobytuttle · 01-03-2013, 10:52 PM

Funny, I owned a 72 super orange/white with blue interior.....it was a original colorado truck, only thing i could come up with was the "broncos"

**jocko** · 01-03-2013, 11:05 PM

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Originally Posted by med.bronze

when the engine isn't listed on the spid does that mean it came with a 307?

Yes, I believe that is correct (if it has an E in the VIN, as this one does, i.e. CC"E"). 350 and 402 would be called out as an RPO.

**med.bronze** · 01-03-2013, 11:12 PM

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Originally Posted by jocko

Yes, I believe that is correct (if it has an E in the VIN, as this one does, i.e. CC"E"). 350 and 402 would be called out as an RPO.

oh that's right I forgot about the "E"

SS Tim · 01-04-2013, 12:27 AM

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Originally Posted by JQ-72

According my 1972 Truck Data Book, this combination was not available as a RPO, but there is no special order number at the bottom of the SPID. Who knows??
JQ

Not exactly, Think of it a special request not a special order. There were factory recommended color combinations that were intended to have broad public appeal. These are the charts in the order book. However you could order any stock exterior color with any stock interior trim color available for that trim level. A good example is the light yellow (grapefruit) with a green interior. I have seen several of these but they are an overide combination. The order sheet has a box for the exterior color code and one for the interior trim. Now when the order sheet is filled out there is a special instruction box that has to confirm the non-standard interior/exterior combination codes are correct and desired. In theory the order was to be returned for confirmation if there were no special instruction information. But we know how that goes, people are people. Bet more than a few typos slipped into the mix from both ends of the order process.

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Originally Posted by med.bronze

when the engine isn't listed on the spid does that mean it came with a 307?

Correct, if an option engine is not listed on the SPID then the default engine for the model is correct. So for a 72 CE10 it would be a 307cid V-8

**Steeveedee** · 01-04-2013, 12:47 AM

I worked for a couple of Chevrolet dealers back in the early '70s and have seen some strange things, like green trucks with blue interiors. But never Hugger Orange with green. That's just too weird. I asked the new car sales manager about the green/blue combination, and he told me that this was some "computer" option that was sent out, unasked for. Hard to say where the truth is, on 40 year-old information. That truck did get sold, though.

SS Tim · 01-04-2013, 01:14 AM

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Originally Posted by Steeveedee

I worked for a couple of Chevrolet dealers back in the early '70s and have seen some strange things, like green trucks with blue interiors. But never Hugger Orange with green. That's just too weird. I asked the new car sales manager about the green/blue combination, and he told me that this was some "computer" option that was sent out, unasked for. Hard to say where the truth is, on 40 year-old information. That truck did get sold, though.

Welcome to the board. With a history like that you will be popular. But the Longhorn (orange, was it Louie's) alone is intersting enough to me. How about posting a picture or two of your truck? Maybe as an introduction post. We love pictures here but any period pictures would be very welcome.

sprint_9 · 01-04-2013, 01:03 AM

There is a 73-87 running around my area that is awful, it even has a matching topper. I realize it doesn't apply to the proper years being discussed, but it is very ugly. I may just have to spy a couple of pics!

**Bob B.** · 01-04-2013, 01:37 AM

Back in 1987 or so, one of my local Chevy dealers had an Astro passenger van that was light metallic blue with a garnet red interior. It was a stock order, sales manager screwed up. Needless to say, that van hung around the dealership for quite some time........

1972K20 · 01-04-2013, 01:43 AM

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Originally Posted by JQ-72

I just drug this 1972 Custom 10 in today. I've been doing this for years and I've never seen anything like this. What was the Atlanta assembly plant thinking?!?!
JQ

I'd be kinda cool to see someone do a resto on a plane-jane truck like this. It seems like every time one gets restored, it turns into a short wheel base Cheyenne.

**southern parts** · 01-13-2013, 08:22 PM

how bout red & blue

ls1nova71 · 01-13-2013, 08:38 PM

Here's some pics of a restored red/blue truck I saw at a show a couple years ago. I have to say the red or orange with green interior has to be the winner of all time ugly.

**special-K** · 01-13-2013, 08:27 PM

You know? A rare combo is one that is not that unusual at all. In fact,it is about as plain as you can get AND really not bad looking. Huh?...Oh,you want to know the combo,right? Well,how about White with Parchment interior? Yep White on White. How many have you seen?

SS Tim · 01-13-2013, 09:42 PM

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Originally Posted by special-K

You know? A rare combo is one that is not that unusual at all. In fact,it is about as plain as you can get AND really not bad looking. Huh?...Oh,you want to know the combo,right? Well,how about White with Parchment interior? Yep White on White. How many have you seen?

Well I can think of five white trucks off the top of my head. Two are Cheyenne Super 30 Longhorns (one with buckets). One is a Longhorn 20 Blue Highlander. One is an C20 Eagle Blue Highlander. One is a loaded C10 Blue Highlander. Of these five only one is a white with white vinyl (as delivered). The others have a contrast trim cloth. As much as I love the white on white look, the ivory shade of the interior just looks a little dirty to most people against the true white exteriors.

SS Tim · 01-13-2013, 10:04 PM

More pictures.

RANDY COX · 01-13-2013, 09:34 PM

back then I guess you could order whatever you wanted....I seen a early Suburban that was blue with red interior....

01-03-2013, 09:42 PM	#1
JQ-72 Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: Killen, Alabama USA Posts: 3,574	Oddest factory color combo yet!! I just drug this 1972 Custom 10 in today. I've been doing this for years and I've never seen anything like this. What was the Atlanta assembly plant thinking?!?! JQ Attached Images __________________ 72 Cheyenne Super swb. Factory 402/400,tach,posi,AM/FM, A/C. Adding cruise, 8-track 72 Cheyenne Super swb. 350/350 A/C, bucket seats 72 Cheyenne swb. Factory 402/400, tilt, posi, A/C 72 Cheyenne Super K-10. 350/4 spd., posi. 72 Suburban 350/350 tilt, tach, AM/FM, A/C, luggage rack 72 GMC Sierra lwb. 350/350, A/C. medium green/olive interior

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Sicklajoie The Niner Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Broad Brook, CT Posts: 2,493	Re: Oddest factory color combo yet!! Wow, now that's a high option truck! __________________ "A good racer is one whose head is in communication with his balls." - Richie Evans 1970 C/20 - 402/TH400/3.54s - 74K miles 2003 GMC Sierra 2500 - Wheatland Yellow Niner Progression Thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=697183 Classic Trucks article: https://www.motortrend.com/features/...et-c20-driven/

01-03-2013, 09:47 PM	#3
69GWC Registered User Join Date: Jun 2012 Posts: 1,089	Re: Oddest factory color combo yet!! Great color combo wonder how many trucks came with that color combo.. Crazy. Posted via Mobile Device

01-03-2013, 09:48 PM	#4
jocko Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Godley, TX Posts: 17,962	Re: Oddest factory color combo yet!! takes all kinds. interesting little truck!

01-03-2013, 09:55 PM	#5
JQ-72 Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: Killen, Alabama USA Posts: 3,574	Re: Oddest factory color combo yet!! According my 1972 Truck Data Book, this combination was not available as a RPO, but there is no special order number at the bottom of the SPID. Who knows?? JQ __________________ 72 Cheyenne Super swb. Factory 402/400,tach,posi,AM/FM, A/C. Adding cruise, 8-track 72 Cheyenne Super swb. 350/350 A/C, bucket seats 72 Cheyenne swb. Factory 402/400, tilt, posi, A/C 72 Cheyenne Super K-10. 350/4 spd., posi. 72 Suburban 350/350 tilt, tach, AM/FM, A/C, luggage rack 72 GMC Sierra lwb. 350/350, A/C. medium green/olive interior

01-03-2013, 10:16 PM	#7
turp mcspray Registered User Join Date: May 2007 Location: Rapid City South Dakota Posts: 2,359	Re: Oddest factory color combo yet!! Here is another odd color combo. This one has a few more options though! Attached Images __________________ Turp Mcspray New life for an old 2wd, farm blazer http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=505987 My Blazer build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=342299

01-03-2013, 10:17 PM	#8
turp mcspray Registered User Join Date: May 2007 Location: Rapid City South Dakota Posts: 2,359	Re: Oddest factory color combo yet!! And a couple more pics. Attached Images __________________ Turp Mcspray New life for an old 2wd, farm blazer http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=505987 My Blazer build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=342299

01-03-2013, 10:31 PM	#9
special-K Special Order Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Mt Airy, MD Posts: 85,859	Re: Oddest factory color combo yet!! Josh,I think GM was doing a study on making a truck stand out with no options __________________ "BUILDING A BETTER WAY TO SERVE THE USA"......67/72......"The New Breed" GMC '67 C1500 Wideside Super Custom SWB: 327/M22/3.42 posi.........."The '67" (project) GMC '72 K2500 Wideside Sierra Custom Camper: 350/TH350/4.10 Power-Lok..."The '72" (rolling) Tim "Don't call me a redneck. I'm a rough cut country gentleman" R.I.P. ~ East Side Low Life ~ El Jay ~ 72BLUZ ~ Fasteddie69 ~ Ron586 ~ 67ChevyRedneck ~ Grumpy Old Man ~

01-03-2013, 10:46 PM	#10
med.bronze Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: Laurel, Mt. Posts: 522	Re: Oddest factory color combo yet!! when the engine isn't listed on the spid does that mean it came with a 307? __________________ 1972 Cheyenne Super 10 SWB,bucket seats,dealer cruise,tilt,tac,a/c,shoulder belts, 350/350 1971 K-10 Custom Deluxe 1971 K-10 Custom

01-03-2013, 10:52 PM	#11
tobytuttle Registered User Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Anchorage Alaska Posts: 412	Re: Oddest factory color combo yet!! Funny, I owned a 72 super orange/white with blue interior.....it was a original colorado truck, only thing i could come up with was the "broncos" __________________ 70 SS 454 Monte 69 355 C-10 Shortbed 90 454 Crew dually 4x 76 454 Dually 2x 75 454 K5 77 468 Kona

01-04-2013, 12:47 AM	#15
Steeveedee Who Changed This? Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Simi Valley, CA Posts: 10,369	Re: Oddest factory color combo yet!! I worked for a couple of Chevrolet dealers back in the early '70s and have seen some strange things, like green trucks with blue interiors. But never Hugger Orange with green. That's just too weird. I asked the new car sales manager about the green/blue combination, and he told me that this was some "computer" option that was sent out, unasked for. Hard to say where the truth is, on 40 year-old information. That truck did get sold, though. __________________ ~Steven '70 Chevy 3/4T Longhorn CST 402/400/3.56 Custom Camper Simi Valley, CA

01-04-2013, 01:03 AM	#17
sprint_9 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: 9 Posts: 862	Re: Oddest factory color combo yet!! There is a 73-87 running around my area that is awful, it even has a matching topper. I realize it doesn't apply to the proper years being discussed, but it is very ugly. I may just have to spy a couple of pics!

01-04-2013, 01:37 AM	#18
Bob B. Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 1,326	Re: Oddest factory color combo yet!! Back in 1987 or so, one of my local Chevy dealers had an Astro passenger van that was light metallic blue with a garnet red interior. It was a stock order, sales manager screwed up. Needless to say, that van hung around the dealership for quite some time........ __________________ 1967 GMC CM-2500 Camper Cruiser, 351E V-6, NP 435 4 speed, Dana 60, and factory A/C. 2012 GMC K-3500 WT regular cab, 6.0L Vortec, 6L90.

01-13-2013, 08:22 PM	#20
southern parts Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: Elberton Ga. Posts: 3,470	Re: Oddest factory color combo yet!! how bout red & blue Attached Images

01-13-2013, 08:38 PM	#21
ls1nova71 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Independence Mo Posts: 4,119	Re: Oddest factory color combo yet!! Here's some pics of a restored red/blue truck I saw at a show a couple years ago. I have to say the red or orange with green interior has to be the winner of all time ugly. Attached Images __________________ My '72 short bed build. http://www.ls1tech.com/forums/conver...6-0-4l80e.html 5.3 swap into my RUSTY '71 C10 http://ls1tech.com/forums/conversion...71-c-10-a.html



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01-13-2013, 08:27 PM	#22
special-K Special Order Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Mt Airy, MD Posts: 85,859	Re: Oddest factory color combo yet!! You know? A rare combo is one that is not that unusual at all. In fact,it is about as plain as you can get AND really not bad looking. Huh?...Oh,you want to know the combo,right? Well,how about White with Parchment interior? Yep White on White. How many have you seen? __________________ "BUILDING A BETTER WAY TO SERVE THE USA"......67/72......"The New Breed" GMC '67 C1500 Wideside Super Custom SWB: 327/M22/3.42 posi.........."The '67" (project) GMC '72 K2500 Wideside Sierra Custom Camper: 350/TH350/4.10 Power-Lok..."The '72" (rolling) Tim "Don't call me a redneck. I'm a rough cut country gentleman" R.I.P. ~ East Side Low Life ~ El Jay ~ 72BLUZ ~ Fasteddie69 ~ Ron586 ~ 67ChevyRedneck ~ Grumpy Old Man ~

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RANDY COX Registered User Join Date: Mar 2001 Location: RADFORD, VA Posts: 2,651	Re: Oddest factory color combo yet!! back then I guess you could order whatever you wanted....I seen a early Suburban that was blue with red interior.... __________________ 1964 BBC 402 4x4

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