Found an untouched 72 GMC... - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

drman929 · 03-22-2007, 11:00 PM

Sat in a barn since '84. The old man had died that owned it and his family stuck it in the barn. straight truck, rockers are rusted, along with the front side of the bed floor and the lower right front bed panel. Factory 350, AC, PS, PB, loaded. Very good shape, factory paint. Seat looks to be in perfect condition and is showing 47,000. Hasn't ran since 1984, when it was parked. I can get it for $1500. I'm sorry, I can't remember to take a camera with me when I go look at trucks.

It seems like a pretty good deal to me...any input?

ks147j111928 · 03-22-2007, 11:02 PM

heck yeah, I figure anything complete for sale under $2000 is a deal. Parts or restore???

Bishops Trucks · 03-22-2007, 11:03 PM

Buy it. Pictures would help in helping with you decission but we all forget a camera when we need one most.

drman929 · 03-22-2007, 11:04 PM

Definately a restore.

67cst · 03-22-2007, 11:26 PM

Get It!

67Fleet · 03-22-2007, 11:36 PM

sounds good, but

TONE · 03-23-2007, 12:26 AM

Yes, The Next Time You Go Over There You Can Forget Your Camera Again, But Take Your Check Book!!! Sounds Like A Great Deal. Send Pics After You Get It!! Good Luck!

GREASEMONKEY72 · 03-23-2007, 12:59 AM

GET IT, and get some pics when you get it and if you can get some pics of where it sits now just for fun

drman929 · 03-23-2007, 07:05 AM

Yeah, I've decided to buy it, but I'm having surgery this morning and won't be able to get back over there for a few days. So be patient for pics!

Bowtie001 · 03-23-2007, 07:18 AM

If you didn't buy it one of us would. It's probably a virgin in all the ways that count. I'll take rust over triple hacked wiring and even over bad bodywork. At least the truck will be honest with you...

Sounds like a great find.

Now get us some pics and good luck with surgery!
-Brian

**special-K** · 03-23-2007, 08:27 AM

Hayell yes!!You`re the one lucky enough to find out about it.Good luck with your proceedure.

Joe67 · 03-23-2007, 08:33 AM

I would have bought it then posted pictures

**Ron 586** · 03-23-2007, 08:38 AM

I think I would have bought the truck on the way to the hospital.

Chevyholic · 03-23-2007, 09:13 AM

Yeah, give em' a check before they realize what they have.

Best of luck on the procedure!

gmc1969custom · 03-23-2007, 10:30 AM

You better snatch it up.

drman929 · 03-23-2007, 08:24 PM

As soon as I am able to get around, I'm taking it. I've known the guy all of my life that has it now and bought it from the old man's family. He's holding it for me.

Bowtie, the wiring is one of the things that I love most about this truck. Everyone around here has rigged the wiring in these trucks, and this looks untouched. Still has the factory radio.

I had a tonsellectomy...

PanelDeland · 03-23-2007, 09:23 PM

Enjoy the ice cream and jello!But.But.But.But I can't see that stopping any true truck nut from going to pick up a new truck.Besides You're not gonna be eating much.You could spend mealtime getting it.

drman929 · 03-23-2007, 10:13 PM

Yeah, tomorrow I'm thinking about going and paying him and putting on a set of rally wheels to get it home. I have a towbar coming tuesday. Starting to get excited!!

bowtieboy93 · 03-23-2007, 11:35 PM

GET IT! Doesnt everyone seem to forget their camera?

**WorkinLonghorn** · 03-24-2007, 12:12 AM

I'm sure there are some parts which would be in good condition as far as wear is concerned,but if it was me I'd want to talk to the sellers about the possibility that after 23 years just sitting there that the engine might be seized,all the seals in the trans (is it auto?) might be hard and cracked,all the brake system will need to be replaced,booster,master cylinder,slave cylinders,new tires,hoses,belts,valve seals,carb rebuilt, etc etc.
>>If it was me I'd get it for considerably less than what they're asking.

70gmcjimmy · 03-24-2007, 01:31 AM

I'd be buyin it if it was within a days drivin distance, maybe more, dependin on a visual. Bein' a GMC dont prejudice me a bit tho----!

Later---DAC

drman929 · 04-02-2007, 10:26 PM

Well, I drug it home. After seeing it in the light, its more rusty than I thought, but oh well. There's been worse! I still think I did good. Looks alot better after cleaning it up.

Maybe I can get the pics to work...

drman929 · 04-02-2007, 10:28 PM

Bus Ted Knuckle · 04-02-2007, 10:28 PM

drman, where in the natural state are you?

drman929 · 04-02-2007, 10:31 PM

Yeah, my towbar had a dangerous angle problem. Luckily it was just a 10 mile trip home lol. It jumped off as I came into my steep driveway. Dented my license plate. Oh well.

03-22-2007, 11:00 PM	#1
drman929 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Arkansas Posts: 232	Found an untouched 72 GMC... Sat in a barn since '84. The old man had died that owned it and his family stuck it in the barn. straight truck, rockers are rusted, along with the front side of the bed floor and the lower right front bed panel. Factory 350, AC, PS, PB, loaded. Very good shape, factory paint. Seat looks to be in perfect condition and is showing 47,000. Hasn't ran since 1984, when it was parked. I can get it for $1500. I'm sorry, I can't remember to take a camera with me when I go look at trucks. It seems like a pretty good deal to me...any input?

03-22-2007, 11:02 PM	#2
ks147j111928 ASE Certified Spoon Operator Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Colorado Springs, CO Posts: 157	Re: Found an untouched 72 GMC... heck yeah, I figure anything complete for sale under $2000 is a deal. Parts or restore??? __________________ My six is bigger than your eight 67 K20 292 +.060" SM465 NP203 3.73s 86 4Runner, the daily on 31s 85 4Runner, the wheeler on 38s 92 x-cab truggy project for 2017... tons and 42s and V8 power

03-22-2007, 11:03 PM	#3
Bishops Trucks KEEP ON TRUCKIN' Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Sterling, Va. Posts: 5,730	Re: Found an untouched 72 GMC... Buy it. Pictures would help in helping with you decission but we all forget a camera when we need one most. __________________ JIM '97 GMC Sierra K1500 '95 Chevy Silverado C1500 '71 Cheyenne Z71 / LT1 & 4-Speed SWB K/10 Father/Son Project http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4l689JKXPnA http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/payments.php "LIVIN' FREE FOREVER"

03-22-2007, 11:04 PM	#4
drman929 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Arkansas Posts: 232	Re: Found an untouched 72 GMC... Definately a restore.

03-22-2007, 11:26 PM	#5
67cst i love summertime Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Kelowna BC Posts: 4,302	Re: Found an untouched 72 GMC... Get It! __________________ 1967 shortbox stepside Chevy, 365 hp 327, th400. GLOVE BOX LIGHTS FORSALE, click link for info http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=273724

03-22-2007, 11:36 PM	#6
67Fleet Outlandish Trends - FL Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Orlando Posts: 1,396	Re: Found an untouched 72 GMC... sounds good, but __________________ -Bret 67 short-fleet sold!

03-23-2007, 12:26 AM	#7
TONE Registered User Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: IOWA Posts: 58	Re: Found an untouched 72 GMC... Yes, The Next Time You Go Over There You Can Forget Your Camera Again, But Take Your Check Book!!! Sounds Like A Great Deal. Send Pics After You Get It!! Good Luck! __________________ 67 C 20 BOWTIE (IN PROGRESS) - 1972 350 ENGINE - MUNCIE SM 420 - 4.56 GEARS

03-23-2007, 12:59 AM	#8
GREASEMONKEY72 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Bakersfield,CA Posts: 7,893	Re: Found an untouched 72 GMC... GET IT, and get some pics when you get it and if you can get some pics of where it sits now just for fun __________________ -steven Alte Seele S.S. "Allison" '72 C/10 LWB 350SB/TH350 - DD PITBULL IS NOT A CRIME

03-23-2007, 07:05 AM	#9
drman929 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Arkansas Posts: 232	Re: Found an untouched 72 GMC... Yeah, I've decided to buy it, but I'm having surgery this morning and won't be able to get back over there for a few days. So be patient for pics!

03-23-2007, 07:18 AM	#10
Bowtie001 Project underway - finally. Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Greenville, SC Posts: 493	Re: Found an untouched 72 GMC... If you didn't buy it one of us would. It's probably a virgin in all the ways that count. I'll take rust over triple hacked wiring and even over bad bodywork. At least the truck will be honest with you... Sounds like a great find. Now get us some pics and good luck with surgery! -Brian __________________ 1972 GMC Pre-resto... awaiting allocated funding.

03-23-2007, 08:27 AM	#11
special-K Special Order Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Mt Airy, MD Posts: 85,851	Re: Found an untouched 72 GMC... Hayell yes!!You`re the one lucky enough to find out about it.Good luck with your proceedure. __________________ "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 ~

03-23-2007, 08:33 AM	#12
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03-23-2007, 08:38 AM	#13
Ron 586 RIP Mr Ron Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Big Sandy, Tn. 38221 Posts: 8,150	Re: Found an untouched 72 GMC... I think I would have bought the truck on the way to the hospital. __________________ Ron (Mr Round Tuit) Be kinder than necessary, for everyone you meet is fighting some kind of battle TN Message Forum TN Facebook Group SETN Truck Show My Photobucket

03-23-2007, 09:13 AM	#14
Chevyholic Will it run today? Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: DFW, Texas Posts: 272	Re: Found an untouched 72 GMC... Yeah, give em' a check before they realize what they have. Best of luck on the procedure! __________________ Jaws, the 1971 Chevy Cheyenne Longbed. She's big, grey, and has an insatiable appetite!

03-23-2007, 10:30 AM	#15
gmc1969custom Registered User Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Canton, TX Posts: 211	Re: Found an untouched 72 GMC... You better snatch it up. __________________ 1969 Custom w/Turquoise Interior. 75k miles, 350 V8, THM400 (Almost) All Original



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03-23-2007, 08:24 PM	#16
drman929 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Arkansas Posts: 232	Re: Found an untouched 72 GMC... As soon as I am able to get around, I'm taking it. I've known the guy all of my life that has it now and bought it from the old man's family. He's holding it for me. Bowtie, the wiring is one of the things that I love most about this truck. Everyone around here has rigged the wiring in these trucks, and this looks untouched. Still has the factory radio. I had a tonsellectomy...

03-23-2007, 09:23 PM	#17
PanelDeland I am a Referee of life. Join Date: Jun 2000 Location: Greensboro N.C. Posts: 13,992	Re: Found an untouched 72 GMC... Enjoy the ice cream and jello!But.But.But.But I can't see that stopping any true truck nut from going to pick up a new truck.Besides You're not gonna be eating much.You could spend mealtime getting it. __________________ The 47-present Chevrolet and GMC Truck Message Board Network,it's owners,moderators,members,and associates of any type should not be held responsible for my opinion. You can't fix stupid,not even with duct tape. "My appearance is due to the fact that "GOD" does punish you for having too much fun!" Barrett-Jackson has perfected alchemy,they make rust into gold! "You can lead a horse to water but you can't saddle a duck" "Cleverly disguised as a 'Responsible Adult' "Sometimes your Knight in shining armor is just a retard in tinfoil"

03-23-2007, 10:13 PM	#18
drman929 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Arkansas Posts: 232	Re: Found an untouched 72 GMC... Yeah, tomorrow I'm thinking about going and paying him and putting on a set of rally wheels to get it home. I have a towbar coming tuesday. Starting to get excited!!

03-23-2007, 11:35 PM	#19
bowtieboy93 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: (Cloverdale) Surrey BC Canada Posts: 1,566	Re: Found an untouched 72 GMC... GET IT! Doesnt everyone seem to forget their camera? __________________ Travis travis_moffatt@hotmail.com 1969 Chevrolet C-10 LWB, 350c.i., TH350, In Pieces. 1991 GMC Sonoma, IROCS s10 grill 1963 Ford Galaxie 351/C4

03-24-2007, 12:12 AM	#20
WorkinLonghorn Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Studio City, Calif. Posts: 2,883	Re: Found an untouched 72 GMC... I'm sure there are some parts which would be in good condition as far as wear is concerned,but if it was me I'd want to talk to the sellers about the possibility that after 23 years just sitting there that the engine might be seized,all the seals in the trans (is it auto?) might be hard and cracked,all the brake system will need to be replaced,booster,master cylinder,slave cylinders,new tires,hoses,belts,valve seals,carb rebuilt, etc etc. >>If it was me I'd get it for considerably less than what they're asking. __________________ '69 GMC C2500 Custom Camper, 8 1/2' bed, New GM 350, NP 435 Close Ratio 4spd. Trans., 3.73 Dana-60 open.Camper and Trailer wiring, PS, PB, AC, tach , three gas tanks, stereo speakers, 2nd owner, Work-Truck supreme.

03-24-2007, 01:31 AM	#21
70gmcjimmy GMCDAC Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Rapid City, SD Posts: 837	Re: Found an untouched 72 GMC... I'd be buyin it if it was within a days drivin distance, maybe more, dependin on a visual. Bein' a GMC dont prejudice me a bit tho----! Later---DAC __________________ 1970 GMC K5 Jimmy Custom 4X4 Mom's driver from 1971 to 2001!! Under rebuild! 1972 GMC C2500 Pickup owned since 1979 Needs a rest and refurbish! 1955 GMC 100 2nd design driven almost daily! Rest In Peace Mom. "Dolly" 7/15/23 - 5/18/09 GMC driver for 30 years!

04-02-2007, 10:26 PM	#22
drman929 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Arkansas Posts: 232	Re: Found an untouched 72 GMC... Well, I drug it home. After seeing it in the light, its more rusty than I thought, but oh well. There's been worse! I still think I did good. Looks alot better after cleaning it up. Maybe I can get the pics to work...

04-02-2007, 10:28 PM	#23
drman929 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Arkansas Posts: 232	Re: Found an untouched 72 GMC...

04-02-2007, 10:28 PM	#24
Bus Ted Knuckle Son of a gun Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Hot Springs, Arkansas Posts: 1,636	Re: Found an untouched 72 GMC... drman, where in the natural state are you?

04-02-2007, 10:31 PM	#25
drman929 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Arkansas Posts: 232	Re: Found an untouched 72 GMC... Yeah, my towbar had a dangerous angle problem. Luckily it was just a 10 mile trip home lol. It jumped off as I came into my steep driveway. Dented my license plate. Oh well.

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