'72 K10 swb cheyenne thoughts - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

**my04** · 01-06-2018, 10:24 AM

Am considering this truck as a project.
Looks to be an assembled truck, vin indicates it was originally a 6 cylinder, now has an unknown sbc. I know its not a real Cheyenne.
Missing SPID.
The body has rust issues and some patch panels, very poor bodywork and paint.
Frame has rust damage near rear shock mounts, it has not been cut and shortened though. Appears to be the original frame.
Don't even know if it runs or drives.
The owner is asking $9900.
Is it worth that?

**CUSTOM/10** · 01-06-2018, 11:02 AM

The pictures make the truck look better than you have described, but they can be deceiving ! Have you seen the truck in person or do you have good pics of the worst areas ? I'd probably pass on it at that price mostly due to the frame damage. Also does the vin tag match the frame numbers. The pass door has been replaced with a 67-71 door or possibly even a cab swap. If you have more pics post them up, it will help members get a better ideal of it's overall condition !

Gary

**my04** · 01-06-2018, 11:35 AM

I have seen the truck in person.
Unsure about the frame matching the cab, have just assumed the cab is not original to the truck.
The pictures do look better than in person.
Pic of driver rear frame is the worst spot that I could detect.
Some bondo in driver side upper windshield frame too.
Front fender mount rust also, not a big deal.
The floor has a patch panel on the driver side(no picture).
Interior appears to be in good shape, 3 ott, tach in dash, good seat cover.
Truck is in storage, no battery to start truck. Has been sitting for several years.

**CUSTOM/10** · 01-06-2018, 11:57 AM

If you see serious rust issuses in the frame and roof just imagine what the paint & bondo is hiding ! To me it looks and sounds like the truck spent most of its life in the rust belt and it had a cheep patch and paint job. I'd pass on it at that price. If you could get it "MUCH"cheaper and are ready and capable for a major project ??? Maybe ?

CaptRMW · 01-06-2018, 12:27 PM

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Originally Posted by CUSTOM/10

If you see serious rust issuses in the frame and roof just imagine what the paint & bondo is hiding ! To me it looks and sounds like the truck spent most of its life in the rust belt and it had a cheep patch and paint job. I'd pass on it at that price. If you could get it "MUCH"cheaper and are ready and capable for a major project ??? Maybe ?

Gary is right on. It is what you don't see that will grab you by the checkbook like when you take out the windshield rubber and find that it was glued in to almost nothing. I have a few tickets on the lottery for tonight and I have about the same odds of having a successful outcome to my investment

**Joesjunk** · 01-06-2018, 12:31 PM

I would keep looking for a better truck. that's one looks and sounds like a cobbled up mess.

bbrriiaann1973 · 01-06-2018, 12:04 PM

More like 6k or 7k

B. W. · 01-06-2018, 12:34 PM

I'm with Custom/10, you don't know what's under the paint. It always gets deeper! I would inspect the the usual - rockers, cab corners, cowl area, cab supports. But, truthfully, unless it went for $2,500 I'd walk. Based on the roof (and assuming it will need rockers & corners) it will be cheaper to replace the cab, you might need a frame or at least section the back 1/2. Then your into a cut down truck. Then there's the drivetrain, no idea of the condition. Also, the passenger door is not a '72 (no screw) so it's possibly a parts/pieces truck?

I would love to have a '72 swb K10, like the color too, but imo, pay more upfront for a cleaner rig - it's cheaper in the long run.

**jocko** · 01-06-2018, 01:04 PM

The single pic of the drip rail/A-pillar is sufficient to run, not walk, away.

**too much stuff** · 01-06-2018, 01:49 PM

Too much money for what it is. I would think about 1/2 that if you are just looking for a toy that looks ok.

1968aj · 01-06-2018, 02:42 PM

I would widen my search. you can have a vehicle shipped from most anywhere in the country for $1000. you would be money ahead in the long run by finding a truck that is not pieced together for less money. there are still lots of them out there.

**Jcfcamaro** · 01-06-2018, 03:27 PM

I'm going out on a limb here. But it doesn't look that bad. Has the inside been repainted? If not it's very clean original looking. You got to remember these trucks are very old. I gave 2400.00 for a 72 k10 Cheyenne longbed that was a complete basket case. It took 3 trips with a 18ft car trailer to get everything but granted I got a lot of extra parts. All in all the good thing is they make a lot of parts for these truck to fix the bad things. If you want something turn key with no work to be done you might look somewhere else, but your going to need to spend 18000 to 20000.

**my04** · 01-06-2018, 07:27 PM

Price is $8400 now, leaning towards buying it. Frame can be rapaired in my opinion. Body work could be interesting. Not an original truck so thinking that it actually frees me up to build what I want. Little on the steep side to start a project with I agree, but seems like it would still be worth 15 to 20 grand even as clone when done. These things are hard to find in my neck of the woods and I have personally seen this one and realise what I might be dealing with before buying. Not buying to flip, but am realistic about having to sell it someday. Appreciate all the feedback and welcome any more that anybody wants to share.
Thanks.

57taskforce · 01-06-2018, 03:18 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jocko

The single pic of the drip rail/A-pillar is sufficient to run, not walk, away.

Exactly what I was thinking! I’d pay 2500 at very best for it.

joeydurango · 01-06-2018, 08:27 PM

I will relay a personal anecdote, at risk of being mocked

, to help out a fellow board member.

Once upon a time I bought a very similar truck, in very similar condition, for an almost similar price. I didn't know enough at the time and got suckered by shiny paint in bright colors. And by the fact that it was a '72 SWB K10, one of the desirable and (sort of) rare models. And by the fact that I couldn't find anything else at the time and had been looking for a while. And, finally, by the fact that I thought I had a handle on what fixing the known problems would cost me.

Boy, was I wrong. I paid too much for a cobbled truck. My budget for the problems I knew about was wildly off. And my budget for the problems I didn't know about... don't get me started.

That truck is long gone, and I learned some invaluable lessons that have made me a much more educated and realistic GM truck buyer/owner/mechanic. But potential lessons aside, I'm going to join the peanut gallery above and say DON'T DO IT! Unless he brings that price down to at least half or less, I'd say keep on lookin'.

YMMV... but probably not by much.

**my04** · 01-06-2018, 08:43 PM

Thanks again everyone, I hear everyone loud and clear. Am a corvette guy and have played this same game with vettes. Still undecided, and have plenty of time to make decision. Appreciate all feedback, good to hear varying opinions.

**RenoKeene** · 01-06-2018, 08:48 PM

Come get this one...
https://orlando.craigslist.org/cto/d...443951324.html

What I have a such a rare and beautiful truck that are very seldom seen on the road. This all original matching number truck has been in the family for all it's life. My grandfather bought it brand new in 1969 and has kept it garages kept all it's life. This truck has no rust anywhere on the body. Which is real rare since most of these trucks rusted out. The truck has a matching number 350 engine and a 350 4wd transmission. It also come with the wood bed with strips that look brand new from factory. This truck will make it to California and back that's how good this truck has been maintained.

**RenoKeene** · 01-06-2018, 08:52 PM

or maybe this one...
https://daytona.craigslist.org/cto/d...398662625.html

57taskforce · 01-07-2018, 11:50 AM

Rust that high in the roof is more likely to be a cab swap than patch panels...

tutone · 01-07-2018, 12:26 PM

I still base my opinion on the overall pkg and the sum of all the parts. First of all the op contends that it is at the least a factory swb 71. Second it is COMPLETE. Third , assuming it runs and drives, which of course remains to be seen, I say go and build the same truck for this money. Yes it has roof rot. Not a cab swap in my shop, but a partial a pillar and cut panel from a parts truck. One weekend at worst. The frame, also assuming it is solid elsewhere, is no more than removing the bed and cutting the center section out and welding it back solid. One Saturday in my opinion. I posess the skills to tackle it but maybe others would run. When its had the treatment of repair it wont be 8400 any more. It will be a 12-15000 dollar truck. It can be turned around and rust free ones are hard to find.

cypressbog · 01-08-2018, 03:23 PM

The money shot for me is the rusted upper windshield area. With rust there, you have to assume it's fully engaged into the cowl area including heater assembly, lower door pillars floor, inner and outer rockers and cab corners.

My guess it's worth about $4,000.

The 68 Chevy 4X4 with the 50th anniversary paint and trim that RenoKeene posted looks like a much better candidate to spend money on.

01-06-2018, 10:24 AM	#1
my04 Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2016 Location: Muskegon, MI Posts: 337	'72 K10 swb cheyenne thoughts Am considering this truck as a project. Looks to be an assembled truck, vin indicates it was originally a 6 cylinder, now has an unknown sbc. I know its not a real Cheyenne. Missing SPID. The body has rust issues and some patch panels, very poor bodywork and paint. Frame has rust damage near rear shock mounts, it has not been cut and shortened though. Appears to be the original frame. Don't even know if it runs or drives. The owner is asking $9900. Is it worth that? Attached Images

01-06-2018, 11:02 AM	#2
CUSTOM/10 Senior Member Join Date: May 2003 Location: Sandown, NH Posts: 2,833	Re: '72 K10 swb cheyenne thoughts The pictures make the truck look better than you have described, but they can be deceiving ! Have you seen the truck in person or do you have good pics of the worst areas ? I'd probably pass on it at that price mostly due to the frame damage. Also does the vin tag match the frame numbers. The pass door has been replaced with a 67-71 door or possibly even a cab swap. If you have more pics post them up, it will help members get a better ideal of it's overall condition ! Gary __________________ Gary 72 SWB 4x4 My 72 SWB Build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=259859

01-06-2018, 11:35 AM	#3
my04 Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2016 Location: Muskegon, MI Posts: 337	Re: '72 K10 swb cheyenne thoughts I have seen the truck in person. Unsure about the frame matching the cab, have just assumed the cab is not original to the truck. The pictures do look better than in person. Pic of driver rear frame is the worst spot that I could detect. Some bondo in driver side upper windshield frame too. Front fender mount rust also, not a big deal. The floor has a patch panel on the driver side(no picture). Interior appears to be in good shape, 3 ott, tach in dash, good seat cover. Truck is in storage, no battery to start truck. Has been sitting for several years. Attached Images

01-06-2018, 11:57 AM	#4
CUSTOM/10 Senior Member Join Date: May 2003 Location: Sandown, NH Posts: 2,833	Re: '72 K10 swb cheyenne thoughts If you see serious rust issuses in the frame and roof just imagine what the paint & bondo is hiding ! To me it looks and sounds like the truck spent most of its life in the rust belt and it had a cheep patch and paint job. I'd pass on it at that price. If you could get it "MUCH"cheaper and are ready and capable for a major project ??? Maybe ? __________________ Gary 72 SWB 4x4 My 72 SWB Build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=259859

01-06-2018, 12:31 PM	#6
Joesjunk Senior Member Join Date: May 2001 Location: Independence MO. Posts: 7,702	Re: '72 K10 swb cheyenne thoughts I would keep looking for a better truck. that's one looks and sounds like a cobbled up mess. __________________ 72 3/4t Custom Deluxe 402/auto 66k Original paint 71 3/4t 4x4 Custom Deluxe 10k original miles Original paint 71 3/4t Cheyenne 402 70k original paint 72 3/4t 4x4 Custom deluxe 72 3/4t 4x4 Custom deluxe 91k original paint 72 Cheyenne/30 Dually 69 Camaro SS396 4-speed 13 GMC 2500HD Duramax I bought new 05 Jeep Wrangler "Willys Edition" 12k miles (I bought new) 85 3/4 ton 4x4 Scottsdale 33k miles original paint 86 1 ton 4x4 SRW Silverado 454 restored 80 1 ton 4x4 SRW Silverado 9,434 original miles!! original paint 95 GMC 1 ton dually 4x4 my dad bought new 95 GMC 3/4 ton 4x4, regular cab 454, 31k original miles 2002 2500HD 4x4 regular cab 6.0L 67k miles 2002 2500HD 4x4 regular cab 8.1L 28k miles 2003 GMC 2500HD 4x4 regular cab Diesel 93k miles 67-72 Parts for sale

01-06-2018, 12:04 PM	#7
bbrriiaann1973 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2015 Location: Phoenix Az Posts: 211	Re: '72 K10 swb cheyenne thoughts More like 6k or 7k __________________ Brian Ritter

01-06-2018, 12:34 PM	#8
B. W. Registered User Join Date: Nov 2014 Location: Bigfork, Montana Posts: 1,137	Re: '72 K10 swb cheyenne thoughts I'm with Custom/10, you don't know what's under the paint. It always gets deeper! I would inspect the the usual - rockers, cab corners, cowl area, cab supports. But, truthfully, unless it went for $2,500 I'd walk. Based on the roof (and assuming it will need rockers & corners) it will be cheaper to replace the cab, you might need a frame or at least section the back 1/2. Then your into a cut down truck. Then there's the drivetrain, no idea of the condition. Also, the passenger door is not a '72 (no screw) so it's possibly a parts/pieces truck? I would love to have a '72 swb K10, like the color too, but imo, pay more upfront for a cleaner rig - it's cheaper in the long run.

01-06-2018, 01:04 PM	#9
jocko Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Godley, TX Posts: 17,976	Re: '72 K10 swb cheyenne thoughts The single pic of the drip rail/A-pillar is sufficient to run, not walk, away.

01-06-2018, 01:49 PM	#10
too much stuff Roadtrip! Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: Grand Rapids MN Posts: 13,768	Re: '72 K10 swb cheyenne thoughts Too much money for what it is. I would think about 1/2 that if you are just looking for a toy that looks ok. __________________ 67 gmc custom lwb dakota truck. Sold...And bought back 69 swb 4x4 project (in progress) 70 c-10 lwb texas truck 70 4x4/BB/bkts/posi/tach(retired) 70 swb (wifes) 70 jimmy camper 71 K-5 factory 2wd 71 cheyenne 4x4/tach/posi/ plow rig 71 Cheyenne20 BB, buckets, tach, tilt, 4 speed 72 jimmy CST wyoming rig 72 jimmy Colorado rig 72 lifted texas 4x4 3/4 ton burb 65 fury conv. 383/auto 65 chrysler 300 "L" 413 auto

01-06-2018, 02:42 PM	#11
1968aj Registered User Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: houston texas Posts: 1,438	Re: '72 K10 swb cheyenne thoughts I would widen my search. you can have a vehicle shipped from most anywhere in the country for $1000. you would be money ahead in the long run by finding a truck that is not pieced together for less money. there are still lots of them out there.

01-06-2018, 03:27 PM	#12
Jcfcamaro Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2015 Location: Fairfax, Missouri Posts: 1,049	Re: '72 K10 swb cheyenne thoughts I'm going out on a limb here. But it doesn't look that bad. Has the inside been repainted? If not it's very clean original looking. You got to remember these trucks are very old. I gave 2400.00 for a 72 k10 Cheyenne longbed that was a complete basket case. It took 3 trips with a 18ft car trailer to get everything but granted I got a lot of extra parts. All in all the good thing is they make a lot of parts for these truck to fix the bad things. If you want something turn key with no work to be done you might look somewhere else, but your going to need to spend 18000 to 20000.

01-06-2018, 07:27 PM	#13
my04 Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2016 Location: Muskegon, MI Posts: 337	Re: '72 K10 swb cheyenne thoughts Price is $8400 now, leaning towards buying it. Frame can be rapaired in my opinion. Body work could be interesting. Not an original truck so thinking that it actually frees me up to build what I want. Little on the steep side to start a project with I agree, but seems like it would still be worth 15 to 20 grand even as clone when done. These things are hard to find in my neck of the woods and I have personally seen this one and realise what I might be dealing with before buying. Not buying to flip, but am realistic about having to sell it someday. Appreciate all the feedback and welcome any more that anybody wants to share. Thanks.

01-06-2018, 08:27 PM	#15
joeydurango Registered User Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: Durango, CO Posts: 827	Re: '72 K10 swb cheyenne thoughts I will relay a personal anecdote, at risk of being mocked , to help out a fellow board member. Once upon a time I bought a very similar truck, in very similar condition, for an almost similar price. I didn't know enough at the time and got suckered by shiny paint in bright colors. And by the fact that it was a '72 SWB K10, one of the desirable and (sort of) rare models. And by the fact that I couldn't find anything else at the time and had been looking for a while. And, finally, by the fact that I thought I had a handle on what fixing the known problems would cost me. Boy, was I wrong. I paid too much for a cobbled truck. My budget for the problems I knew about was wildly off. And my budget for the problems I didn't know about... don't get me started. That truck is long gone, and I learned some invaluable lessons that have made me a much more educated and realistic GM truck buyer/owner/mechanic. But potential lessons aside, I'm going to join the peanut gallery above and say DON'T DO IT! Unless he brings that price down to at least half or less, I'd say keep on lookin'. YMMV... but probably not by much. __________________ 1972 K10 Cheyenne Super \| LWB, fleetside \| 350/350/205 \| KEEPER 1971 K10 Cheyenne \| SWB, fleetside \| LS Swap 5.3/4L60 \| SOLD 1976 Trans Am \| 400/4-spd \| SOLD 1976 Trans Am \| 455/4-spd \| TOTALED

01-06-2018, 08:43 PM	#16
my04 Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2016 Location: Muskegon, MI Posts: 337	Re: '72 K10 swb cheyenne thoughts Thanks again everyone, I hear everyone loud and clear. Am a corvette guy and have played this same game with vettes. Still undecided, and have plenty of time to make decision. Appreciate all feedback, good to hear varying opinions.

01-06-2018, 08:48 PM	#17
RenoKeene Florida Edition Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Fruitland Park, FL Posts: 4,028	Re: '72 K10 swb cheyenne thoughts Come get this one... https://orlando.craigslist.org/cto/d...443951324.html What I have a such a rare and beautiful truck that are very seldom seen on the road. This all original matching number truck has been in the family for all it's life. My grandfather bought it brand new in 1969 and has kept it garages kept all it's life. This truck has no rust anywhere on the body. Which is real rare since most of these trucks rusted out. The truck has a matching number 350 engine and a 350 4wd transmission. It also come with the wood bed with strips that look brand new from factory. This truck will make it to California and back that's how good this truck has been maintained. Attached Images __________________ 70 GMC Short Stepside "Rose"-An American Beauty: Factory 402/TH400, AM/FM, AC, Tilt, Tach, Buckets, Posi, PS, PB, 3-5 Drop, Complete Resto-Rod 67 C-20 Slant Back Wrecker "Mad Max" 67 C-10 Ratrod "Step-N-Wolf" 71 Serro Scotty Sportsman camper "Scotty" 97 LT1 Z28 "The Hornet" Link to more pics of "Rose" http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/a...p?albumid=1684 Check out my "Cheap Tricks" thread and add to it if you can, lots of good info there. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=489394



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01-06-2018, 08:52 PM	#18
RenoKeene Florida Edition Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Fruitland Park, FL Posts: 4,028	Re: '72 K10 swb cheyenne thoughts or maybe this one... https://daytona.craigslist.org/cto/d...398662625.html Attached Images __________________ 70 GMC Short Stepside "Rose"-An American Beauty: Factory 402/TH400, AM/FM, AC, Tilt, Tach, Buckets, Posi, PS, PB, 3-5 Drop, Complete Resto-Rod 67 C-20 Slant Back Wrecker "Mad Max" 67 C-10 Ratrod "Step-N-Wolf" 71 Serro Scotty Sportsman camper "Scotty" 97 LT1 Z28 "The Hornet" Link to more pics of "Rose" http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/a...p?albumid=1684 Check out my "Cheap Tricks" thread and add to it if you can, lots of good info there. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=489394

01-07-2018, 11:50 AM	#19
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01-07-2018, 12:26 PM	#20
tutone Registered User Join Date: Mar 2016 Location: hickory, ky Posts: 1,302	Re: '72 K10 swb cheyenne thoughts I still base my opinion on the overall pkg and the sum of all the parts. First of all the op contends that it is at the least a factory swb 71. Second it is COMPLETE. Third , assuming it runs and drives, which of course remains to be seen, I say go and build the same truck for this money. Yes it has roof rot. Not a cab swap in my shop, but a partial a pillar and cut panel from a parts truck. One weekend at worst. The frame, also assuming it is solid elsewhere, is no more than removing the bed and cutting the center section out and welding it back solid. One Saturday in my opinion. I posess the skills to tackle it but maybe others would run. When its had the treatment of repair it wont be 8400 any more. It will be a 12-15000 dollar truck. It can be turned around and rust free ones are hard to find. __________________ :My build thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=807535 1972 K10 swb/1968 Camaro 350/4spd 1955 210 2 dr sedan/1998 RCSB Z71/1977 Jeep CJ5

01-08-2018, 03:23 PM	#21
cypressbog Go Pack Go! Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Green Bay Posts: 2,669	Re: '72 K10 swb cheyenne thoughts The money shot for me is the rusted upper windshield area. With rust there, you have to assume it's fully engaged into the cowl area including heater assembly, lower door pillars floor, inner and outer rockers and cab corners. My guess it's worth about $4,000. The 68 Chevy 4X4 with the 50th anniversary paint and trim that RenoKeene posted looks like a much better candidate to spend money on.

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