50th anniversary trucks - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

eric72 · 11-24-2008, 11:46 AM

How can you tell if a 68 is a 50th. Also was there a lot of 50th shortbeds made, are they rare. any info would help
thanks eric

stllookn · 11-24-2008, 01:20 PM

Look on the glove box door for Option 551 Gold and Ivory paint! Only way to tell. This paint was available in all pickups, vans and El Caminos too.

eric72 · 11-24-2008, 02:50 PM

thanks stllookin. any other input about how rare the short beds are and are they more desireable

Thanks Eric

stllookn · 11-24-2008, 05:32 PM

I don't know the numbers on shortbeds but Longhorn Man might. They are the rarest of the breed in this area. I really believe that the 50th Anniversary option was fairly common, at least in the NW, since I see so many of them. I have never, personally, seen a 50th short fleet and only one 50th short stepside but I own three 50th trucks...and know of several lwb trucks in this area.

67_C-30 · 11-24-2008, 06:57 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by eric72

How can you tell if a 68 is a 50th. Also was there a lot of 50th shortbeds made, are they rare. any info would help
thanks eric

I know why you're asking! There's one in GA for sale, and I HOPE you buy before I do. I want it bad, but I don't need it!!! Please buy it so I can forget about it.

eric72 · 11-24-2008, 09:52 PM

longhorn man got any extra info.
Thanks eric

eric72 · 11-24-2008, 10:13 PM

Also what color was it calledon the glovebox white and gold or ??????

100%Chevy · 11-24-2008, 10:39 PM

I have one also.
Look for the 2-tone gold/white interior,with 2-ton seat.Either buddy buckets or bench.gold carpet,darker gold dash pad.White door panels.
Mines also a CST.Don't know if all are CST's though.
You can see most of it here---

http://www.picturetrail.com/100chevy

Mike.

powell72 · 11-24-2008, 10:55 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 67_C-30

I know why you're asking! There's one in GA for sale, and I HOPE you buy before I do. I want it bad, but I don't need it!!! Please buy it so I can forget about it.

Oh yeah, I opened my window and could hear it calling all the way to Colorado for ME to buy it!

Bob 68327 · 11-24-2008, 11:19 PM

Here's mine inside and out it's a custom . Bob

eric72 · 11-24-2008, 11:27 PM

hey bob 68327, thanks for the pics. What does your glovebox say the color is and do you know if they are rare, production numbers.
Thanks Eric

Bob 68327 · 11-24-2008, 11:52 PM

551 Gold &ivory I don't know how rare they are I have the only one in my town that I know of . Bob

**special-K** · 11-25-2008, 12:26 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by stllookn

Look on the glove box door for Option 551 Gold and Ivory paint! Only way to tell...

As shown by Bob,the interiors are unique,if it`s still there.Anything but a long fleetside is seldom seen.It would definately be more desirable for being a 50th and,in my mind,worth more.

*chevy29267truck* · 11-25-2008, 01:01 AM

WoW sweet truck and info

Longhorn Man · 11-25-2008, 06:45 AM

there are no production numbers.... just guesses.
Very hard to find up here... I've only seen 2

otsenre · 11-25-2008, 11:30 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Bob 68327

551 Gold &ivory I don't know how rare they are I have the only one in my town that I know of . Bob

Ihave a 551 gold/off white,gold dash pad, buddy seats,gold carpet CST Name: IMG_0437.jpg
Views: 371
Size: 52.1 KB

Name: IMG_0442.jpg
Views: 379
Size: 49.7 KB

Name: IMG_0439.jpg
Views: 379
Size: 46.8 KB

dan42 · 11-25-2008, 11:35 AM

There was a longhorn 50th for sale in this area not too long ago, and it looked to be in good shape, but the guy was asking 10 grand for it. Didn't look too hard at it, I have too many now.

eric72 · 11-25-2008, 11:48 AM

what are the difference between gold and ivory or gold and off white paint schemes.

pocketpool · 11-26-2008, 11:32 AM

my dad has a 68 c20 camper special, original 396 4 speed, with the ivory and gold paint. i'll get some pics of it. i always liked that gold and white paint scheme, didn't realize it was 50th anniversary. my dad will think thats neat.

stllookn · 11-26-2008, 02:20 PM

Quote:

what are the difference between gold and ivory or gold and off white paint schemes.

In 1968 there is no difference between those two...if they typed off-white on the glove box door it was the same color as ivory. There was only white and ivory in the 1968 paint codes...no "off-white" so if you have a glove box door that says "off-white" you have a "rare" door! I have four of those doors and will check them when I get home to see if I have a "rare" door too. If so I am listing it on eBay!

**jlmerie** · 11-26-2008, 02:55 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by otsenre

Ihave a 551 gold/off white,gold dash pad, buddy seats,gold carpet CSTAttachment 406152

Attachment 406153

Attachment 406154

Otsenre
Is your truck listed on craigslist currently?
http://denver.craigslist.org/cto/922061040.html

otsenre · 11-26-2008, 08:34 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jlmerie

Otsenre
Is your truck listed on craigslist currently?
http://denver.craigslist.org/cto/922061040.html

Yes, thats it, I recently purchased this, I gave 2000.00 for it. Got it running yesterday, but has been sitting a long time, I think I have garbage in tank, or fuel pump not pumping properly as I am not getting enough fuel. Engine runs and sounds real good, tranny shifts good, all electical works except fuel gauge, I truly believe it is original 41000 miles.

100%Chevy · 11-26-2008, 09:14 PM

otsenre,yours' is the first anniversary I've seen with less miles than mine!
Mine is holding @60,000.
Mike.

**special-K** · 11-26-2008, 09:23 PM

Are the visors gold like the dash pad?

otsenre · 11-26-2008, 09:30 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by special-K

Are the visors gold like the dash pad?

The ones on mine are!

11-24-2008, 11:46 AM	#1
eric72 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: georgia Posts: 212	50th anniversary trucks How can you tell if a 68 is a 50th. Also was there a lot of 50th shortbeds made, are they rare. any info would help thanks eric

11-24-2008, 01:20 PM	#2
stllookn Saving 1 truck at a time! Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: Kent, WA Posts: 6,465	Re: 50th anniversary trucks Look on the glove box door for Option 551 Gold and Ivory paint! Only way to tell. This paint was available in all pickups, vans and El Caminos too. __________________ '68 C20 Longhorn 50th Anniversary 400/TH400 '68 C20 Longhorn 50th Anniversary 468/TH400w/buckets '72 C20 Halfhorn (Longhorn w/o cab and front clip) '69 Flxible Cruiser (look up ugly in the dictionary)

11-24-2008, 02:50 PM	#3
eric72 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: georgia Posts: 212	Re: 50th anniversary trucks thanks stllookin. any other input about how rare the short beds are and are they more desireable Thanks Eric

11-24-2008, 05:32 PM	#4
stllookn Saving 1 truck at a time! Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: Kent, WA Posts: 6,465	Re: 50th anniversary trucks I don't know the numbers on shortbeds but Longhorn Man might. They are the rarest of the breed in this area. I really believe that the 50th Anniversary option was fairly common, at least in the NW, since I see so many of them. I have never, personally, seen a 50th short fleet and only one 50th short stepside but I own three 50th trucks...and know of several lwb trucks in this area. __________________ '68 C20 Longhorn 50th Anniversary 400/TH400 '68 C20 Longhorn 50th Anniversary 468/TH400w/buckets '72 C20 Halfhorn (Longhorn w/o cab and front clip) '69 Flxible Cruiser (look up ugly in the dictionary)

11-24-2008, 09:52 PM	#6
eric72 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: georgia Posts: 212	Re: 50th anniversary trucks longhorn man got any extra info. Thanks eric

11-24-2008, 10:13 PM	#7
eric72 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: georgia Posts: 212	Re: 50th anniversary trucks Also what color was it calledon the glovebox white and gold or ??????

11-24-2008, 10:39 PM	#8
100%Chevy Registered User Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Moss Point,Ms. Posts: 1,439	Re: 50th anniversary trucks I have one also. Look for the 2-tone gold/white interior,with 2-ton seat.Either buddy buckets or bench.gold carpet,darker gold dash pad.White door panels. Mines also a CST.Don't know if all are CST's though. You can see most of it here--- http://www.picturetrail.com/100chevy Mike.

11-24-2008, 11:19 PM	#10
Bob 68327 72 Chevelle Club Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Newton , Iowa Posts: 2,052	Re: 50th anniversary trucks Here's mine inside and out it's a custom . Bob Attached Images __________________ I Have The Right To Remain Silent,But Lack The Ability 1972 Chevelle ... Mine 2006 Trailblazer... Hers 2002 Buick century ... Kids 2002 K1500 Z-71 EXT CAB ... Daily Driver 2005 Rockwood Roo ... For Camping 1974 Harley-Davidson XLH Sportster 84'' stroker

11-24-2008, 11:27 PM	#11
eric72 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: georgia Posts: 212	Re: 50th anniversary trucks hey bob 68327, thanks for the pics. What does your glovebox say the color is and do you know if they are rare, production numbers. Thanks Eric

11-24-2008, 11:52 PM	#12
Bob 68327 72 Chevelle Club Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Newton , Iowa Posts: 2,052	Re: 50th anniversary trucks 551 Gold &ivory I don't know how rare they are I have the only one in my town that I know of . Bob __________________ I Have The Right To Remain Silent,But Lack The Ability 1972 Chevelle ... Mine 2006 Trailblazer... Hers 2002 Buick century ... Kids 2002 K1500 Z-71 EXT CAB ... Daily Driver 2005 Rockwood Roo ... For Camping 1974 Harley-Davidson XLH Sportster 84'' stroker

11-25-2008, 01:01 AM	#14
chevy29267truck Account Suspended Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Alva Florida Posts: 668	Re: 50th anniversary trucks WoW sweet truck and info

11-25-2008, 06:45 AM	#15
Longhorn Man its all about the +6 inches Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Hilliard Ohio Posts: 2,693	Re: 50th anniversary trucks there are no production numbers.... just guesses. Very hard to find up here... I've only seen 2

11-25-2008, 11:35 AM	#17
dan42 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Cali Central Coast Posts: 5,191	Re: 50th anniversary trucks There was a longhorn 50th for sale in this area not too long ago, and it looked to be in good shape, but the guy was asking 10 grand for it. Didn't look too hard at it, I have too many now. __________________ '67 SWB Fleetside ZZ4/350/Tremec 5-speed/4link/Scott's IFS - and fun as heck! SOLD Click here to support the board Philippians 4: 6-7

11-25-2008, 11:48 AM	#18
eric72 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: georgia Posts: 212	Re: 50th anniversary trucks what are the difference between gold and ivory or gold and off white paint schemes.

11-26-2008, 11:32 AM	#19
pocketpool Registered User Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: ozark mo. Posts: 586	Re: 50th anniversary trucks my dad has a 68 c20 camper special, original 396 4 speed, with the ivory and gold paint. i'll get some pics of it. i always liked that gold and white paint scheme, didn't realize it was 50th anniversary. my dad will think thats neat.



Register or Log In To remove these advertisements.

11-26-2008, 09:14 PM	#23
100%Chevy Registered User Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Moss Point,Ms. Posts: 1,439	Re: 50th anniversary trucks otsenre,yours' is the first anniversary I've seen with less miles than mine! Mine is holding @60,000. Mike.

11-26-2008, 09:23 PM	#24
special-K Special Order Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Mt Airy, MD Posts: 85,852	Re: 50th anniversary trucks Are the visors gold like the dash pad? __________________ "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 ~

Register or Log In To remove these advertisements.