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1985 C10 Value?
Hi guys, this is a great site! I've been lurking for a while and picked up a bunch of good information. I'm now actively looking for a truck and am having a hard time determining what's a fair price as they are all over the place.
Anyone care to take a stab at what this clean, rust-free '85 SWB Silverado with a new 383 stroker and 700r4 would be worth? I'm told that everything works and that the truck is in excellent condition. ![]() Last edited by Scott2.0; 02-13-2015 at 03:00 PM. |
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Re: 1985 C10 Value?
Its really subjective. For square body lovers, we value these trucks more than the average person.
Location plays a major role too. Me, from the northeast, would value a rust free truck much higher than someone from the southwest, as they are very rare here, and not so much there. I guess, if its really clean, and the drivetrain is smooth and strong, maybe $4000 - $5000?
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Here's the link: http://phoenix.craigslist.org/nph/cto/4882989471.html (mods, if that isn't allowed, I apologize, please delete). |
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Re: 1985 C10 Value?
C20 trucks are much less in demand than C10 trucks because the extra weight makes them gas hogs. 8-10 mpg city would be doing good, although the 700R4 would help, as would the 383 engine if it was truly new and not rebuilt. Also, 2WD is less popular than 4WD. Also, 3/4 ton parts often cost more than 1/2 ton parts (e.g. brakes, suspension, etc.)
Unless you really need the capacity of a C20 I would look for a C10. The most popular truck is a 1987 4wd K10 shortbed (fuel injected.) I have had 3 C20 squares and I really did not need the extra capacity most of the time. I don't think there will be a lot of people who want that truck - not that it is not nice, just not a popular configuration. So, I would wait for the price to come down. $3-4K would be a fair price in my book, but I would still pass on it. In the rust belt the asking price would be closer to reality. |
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Re: 1985 C10 Value?
BTW - how does he get that non-stock 383 through emissions? Does he not register it in Maricopa or Pima county? I get an anal exam when I take my totally stock 454 83 through emissions in Pima.
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Damn good question. It has to be Maricopa. It's the same way up here though.
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5 lug swb = 1/2 ton. Tucsonjwt will wake up in a few minutes and tell us what he was thinking... ![]()
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Re: 1985 C10 Value?
these trucks its hard to say. Id go look at it in person. IF the truck is mint body and runs perfect this is worth more than your average. I find that I need to really look at a truck to find its value if it moves you $8500 worth its worth it if its only $6500 then offer that Id rather look at something and make a fair offer than to discount an insane price until I se why its priced as it is
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It's still tough to get a handle on what these go for. I've seen both rust buckets and nicely maintained originals listed for under $5k. Without knowing what they actually sell for I'm at a bit of a loss. They are sweet though and that's tough to put a price on. |
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A short bed was only on a 1/2 ton unless someone shortened the frame.And like said also count the lug nuts that will give it away also.As far as price 5k to 7k would be a good ball park on it.The bumper impact things the driver side looks bent back a tiny bit like it hit something.If you do buy it i would take that header wrap off all that stuff does is make the headers rust out faster.And maybe replace the carpet it looks like its seen better days.
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Would I give 8500? Not unless I won the lottery, then again, I got into these trucks cause they were inexpensive...To some, may be worth it, me no.
Tried to blow up the dyno sheets, but looks like the graph had water spilled on it, and can't read the builder. Doesn't say who built the trans.
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Naw, he's probably like me and has another home in another county. Simply register it there and the tags and insurance stuff goes to that address. Like having a second home in Iowa. You pick where you register what vehicle. I have a couple registered in Apache county where I keep them. No emissions.
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Re: 1985 C10 Value?
I sit corrected. Reading the title might have helped.
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This guy was a car guy and knew what he was buying.. four months later he sent me a picture of the car ready for paint, and that's where it is today. I have an 82 2wd that is a four time show winner that id let go for $8500 most wont take that for that price until they figure out it costs over $20K to build what I have. Meanwhile I just enjoy it when I can
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While it looks nice I would say it is closer to a $5000 truck here in the Phoenix area. There are quite a few of these trucks still around here in pretty clean condition. If you really want one of these trucks just take your time until the truck that feels right shows up. Rushing will just lead to regret.
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No 3/4 or one ton swb from the factory. K
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Re: 1985 C10 Value?
I'm an idiot. I read his statement wrong. Understood now. So if it's a swb, it's a half ton unless later built up or if a factory 3/4 or full ton was cut.
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I think Rusty has it right. It all depends on what your ultimate goal is. A daily driver should probably not be a big old square truck unless you don't care about gas mileage, or you get a truck like Keith's which has good fuel economy. Even then, it will still cost a lot of money over time to keep it reliable, like any vehicle.
Just driving an old truck once in a while will also have its problems, like the carburetor and fuel system loading up with varnish and causing problems. If you just need a big old truck for some reason, or you really like a hopped up engine, the disregard all of this - along with previous posts above. ![]() |
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Nah we wouldn't know a thing abut such happenings
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Yeah scott gm didn't make a short bed 3/4 or 1 ton tell the 90s and they was extended cab or crew cab trucks.I would keep looking and find a nice factory truck with light upgrades of any.Don't shy away from something that needs some work or paint or interior work.If you get it cheap enough you can have the problems fixed if you can't do it yourself.The great thing about these trucks they are simple made and not hard to work on.
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