I wasn't looking for another truck.... - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

breeh · 06-04-2002, 02:33 PM

I don't know if some of you saw this on E-bay but when I did I just had to have it. I probably paid to much but I am excited none the less. I am going to pick it up this weekend.

Big69C20 Toy · 06-04-2002, 02:42 PM

Wow that's one pretty truck. it looks all done is it? congrats on the new find

johnnyp · 06-04-2002, 02:45 PM

Beautiful, original looking 68. Looks like you just drove it off the showroom (except maybe the sliding rear window). Give us the details or post the ebay addy. Please tell me you're not going to chop/shave/slam this beauty!!!

**oldiron** · 06-04-2002, 02:46 PM

Looks like a clean truck. Can't wait to see it. Congrats to ya.

imaindianoutlaw · 06-04-2002, 03:22 PM

ya I saw that one very clean and h as a 6 in it!

breeh · 06-04-2002, 04:45 PM

That is a funny comment on the please don't chop, lower, etc.! The real beauty of this truck is that all that I have to do is fix the interior and I am done.

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eB...ndexURL=0&rd=1

*Fast68Chevy* · 06-04-2002, 04:57 PM

score! these trucks in that nice of shapoe dont grow on trees ya know, i doubt you overpaid for it

good luck

johnnyp · 06-04-2002, 04:59 PM

breeh, thank's for posting the ebay listing. I don't think you paid too much. I've seen 'em in much worse condition than this one for more money. Let us know more after you pick it up.

Burlinator · 06-04-2002, 05:07 PM

Breeh to the wife " I don't know honey he just followed me home!" LOL nice truck looks like a pretty good deal

johnnyp · 06-04-2002, 05:10 PM

Oh yea i forgot - you need to change your signature. hehehe!

toms68cst · 06-04-2002, 05:25 PM

I was watching (and drooling over) that auction too but just for the fun of it. Congrats on your purchase. That's a really nice 68. I don't think the price is too far out of line either.

barn9 · 06-04-2002, 05:44 PM

Well, I might as well put my 2 cents in, YA DONE GOOD!!!! Nice find at a decent price. Keep us posted on what you decide to do with it. Oh, and by the way, have someone take a pic of that big grin on your face when you get it!

71402BB · 06-04-2002, 07:55 PM

Cool! Looks great! I've always loved the look of a stock looking 67-72 4x4. I don't think you payed to much either, over here in the Northeast that would be an awsome deal!

breeh · 06-04-2002, 08:57 PM

Thanks for the reinforcement on my decision to buy the truck. I will show this thread to my wife and maybe she won't be so ticked anymore

**1970 CST Short Wide** · 06-04-2002, 10:04 PM

You didn't pay to much for that truck, You stole it

Nice Truck

*Randy70C-10* · 06-04-2002, 10:24 PM

I honestly believe that you got an awsome deal!!!

stllookn · 06-05-2002, 02:16 AM

Going to Portland this weekend...need help bringing it back? I'll be happy to help you drive it back...PLEASE...PLEASE? BTW, could you stop in Salem and pick up a burby tank for me...LOL! You got an awesome deal...don't even think about second guessing yourself on that one!

PushinPebbles · 06-05-2002, 10:16 AM

thats a amazing truck.........looks like a fresh canvas to me
Jack

junkyardjohn · 06-05-2002, 11:13 AM

NICE TRUCK -- LOOKS LIKE A BARGAIN PRICE TO ME. IT'S AWFUL EASY TO DUMP (I MEAN INVEST) 8 OR 10 GRAND IN ONE OF THESE TRUCKS, TO MAKE THEM PRESENTABLE & DEPENDABLE NO MATTER WHERE YOU LIVE.

DennyB · 06-05-2002, 11:20 AM

WOW...A short, step, 4X4 like that...........You Stole it!!!!~!!

BTW, you will never loose money on that truck! Its value will only increase.
(edit)
Do yourself a favor, Get it appraised and insure it for its value. This will also protect you incase something awful happens.

2nova2 · 06-05-2002, 11:44 AM

I am not a huge fan of stepsides but the short bed 4X4 Step looks sweet to me. I wouldn't change a thing. Not even the tires. You got a good deal there.

cheyenne10 · 06-05-2002, 12:16 PM

I saw this auction and I'm sure I recognize this truck (local to me). Sellers feedback had too many negatives for me (looks like dealer/reseller). I think this truck sat in yard of long time owner with little use for about 10 years. It was driven some and finally disappeared 1-2 years ago. Truck lived in neighborhood of lots of big deciduous trees (watch vents for clogging and buildup of leaves, etc.) I liked it as an original truck hope you get the truck with value as you assume. With these types of things get good email communications is a must. If you decide to loose the 6 cylinder let me know. Anything else I can do drop me a line.

breeh · 06-05-2002, 12:45 PM

cheyenne10, thanks for the background. I was concerned about the negative feedback also. I decided that I wouldn't pay for it until I get down there and look at it. If it turns out to not be as advertised then I will not complete the auction. I would rather risk the negative feedback then lay out $5 k for something that is not as advertised.

*Randy70C-10* · 06-05-2002, 12:57 PM

I wouldn't worry "too" much about those neg. feedbacks. The problem with selling older vehicles is everyone expects more out of the car than it really is. You just can't make everyone happy. Besides, 7 neg feedbacks out of almost 500 isn't all that bad. Good luck though, I hope she's as mint as the pic looks!

68 Suburban · 06-05-2002, 01:04 PM

breeh, very sweet looking truck. You might be interested in some of the info from the 1968 Chevrolet Data Book.

http://www.dingospad.com/trucks/68data/1.htm

06-04-2002, 02:33 PM	#1
breeh Recovering 67-72 Addict Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: North Bend, WA Posts: 1,788	I wasn't looking for another truck.... I don't know if some of you saw this on E-bay but when I did I just had to have it. I probably paid to much but I am excited none the less. I am going to pick it up this weekend. __________________ 68 Short Fleet 4x4; 427; BTO Level 3 700R4; NP205; Dana 60 front and rear; 4" lift with 35's; Disc brakes; AGR variable ratio steering; factory bucket seats; factory tach and tilt. "Friends call me cruzer cuz I like fast cars and fast women"

06-04-2002, 02:42 PM	#2
Big69C20 Toy Livin' it up. Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: Richland, MI Posts: 2,212	Wow that's one pretty truck. it looks all done is it? congrats on the new find __________________ -Greg; Sold the 69 C20. It's off to a better home with more love! Now onto the 86 CUCV M1009; K5 blazer with 6.2L diesel, corp 10 bolt axles, Detroit locker in the rear, trutrac front, 3.73 gears, 35" tires.

06-04-2002, 02:45 PM	#3
johnnyp Keepin' It Stock Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: Grand Island, Nebraska, USA Posts: 554	Beautiful, original looking 68. Looks like you just drove it off the showroom (except maybe the sliding rear window). Give us the details or post the ebay addy. Please tell me you're not going to chop/shave/slam this beauty!!! __________________ 72 Sierra Grande - Maych Forget about "do it right the first time". Do it wrong the first time to learn how, then do it right the second time.

06-04-2002, 02:46 PM	#4
oldiron Designated Grumpy Old Man Join Date: Oct 2001 Location: arlington, washington usa Posts: 3,094	Looks like a clean truck. Can't wait to see it. Congrats to ya. __________________ Never let the truth get in the way of a good story 71 Chev 1/2 ton 4X4 LWB Fleetside SOLD http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=361222 http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1LgREwtDfaA 68 Chev 1 ton flat bed http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0bO8szzlD4A 56 Chev Handyman Wagon http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9y-6ddpBTkM http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lbLzZ7zY8wA 56 Chev Belair http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=410667 http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xoW0Ei7ZNIg

06-04-2002, 03:22 PM	#5
imaindianoutlaw GMC SHORT FLEET F/S Join Date: Jun 2000 Location: SOUTH WILLIAMSPORT PENNSYLVANNIA Posts: 2,117	ya I saw that one very clean and h as a 6 in it! __________________ CHARLES WADE HEIN HVACR FOREMAN. LEWISBURG U.S.P.

06-04-2002, 04:45 PM	#6
breeh Recovering 67-72 Addict Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: North Bend, WA Posts: 1,788	That is a funny comment on the please don't chop, lower, etc.! The real beauty of this truck is that all that I have to do is fix the interior and I am done. http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eB...ndexURL=0&rd=1 __________________ 68 Short Fleet 4x4; 427; BTO Level 3 700R4; NP205; Dana 60 front and rear; 4" lift with 35's; Disc brakes; AGR variable ratio steering; factory bucket seats; factory tach and tilt. "Friends call me cruzer cuz I like fast cars and fast women"

06-04-2002, 04:57 PM	#7
Fast68Chevy Account Suspended Join Date: May 2000 Location: IL Posts: 0	score! these trucks in that nice of shapoe dont grow on trees ya know, i doubt you overpaid for it good luck

06-04-2002, 04:59 PM	#8
johnnyp Keepin' It Stock Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: Grand Island, Nebraska, USA Posts: 554	breeh, thank's for posting the ebay listing. I don't think you paid too much. I've seen 'em in much worse condition than this one for more money. Let us know more after you pick it up. __________________ 72 Sierra Grande - Maych Forget about "do it right the first time". Do it wrong the first time to learn how, then do it right the second time.

06-04-2002, 05:07 PM	#9
Burlinator Just Another Crazy Canuck Join Date: Dec 2000 Location: Richmond,British Columbia Canada Posts: 1,228	Breeh to the wife " I don't know honey he just followed me home!" LOL nice truck looks like a pretty good deal __________________ 1985 454/465/205, 38.5x11-16BOGGERS soon to be installed: 14bDETROIT,Edelbrock Performer cam,intake and valve springs,Comp roller tips,MSD HEI

06-04-2002, 05:10 PM	#10
johnnyp Keepin' It Stock Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: Grand Island, Nebraska, USA Posts: 554	Oh yea i forgot - you need to change your signature. hehehe! __________________ 72 Sierra Grande - Maych Forget about "do it right the first time". Do it wrong the first time to learn how, then do it right the second time.

06-04-2002, 05:25 PM	#11
toms68cst Registered User Join Date: Jun 2000 Location: Bismarck, ND Posts: 4,296	I was watching (and drooling over) that auction too but just for the fun of it. Congrats on your purchase. That's a really nice 68. I don't think the price is too far out of line either. __________________ Unrestored 68 C-10 CST. Original 327. 4-Speed CH465. 50k or so miles. TREASURER, Drum Brake Club.

06-04-2002, 05:44 PM	#12
barn9 Half a bubble off! Join Date: Jun 2000 Location: Winfield, Ks, USA Posts: 5,588	Well, I might as well put my 2 cents in, YA DONE GOOD!!!! Nice find at a decent price. Keep us posted on what you decide to do with it. Oh, and by the way, have someone take a pic of that big grin on your face when you get it! __________________ Just call me LB. '71 Cheyenne, 402BB, hauls blondes, brunettes, or redheads.

06-04-2002, 07:55 PM	#13
71402BB now thats a true COON DOG Join Date: Nov 2000 Location: Franconia, NH Posts: 1,977	Cool! Looks great! I've always loved the look of a stock looking 67-72 4x4. I don't think you payed to much either, over here in the Northeast that would be an awsome deal! __________________ current project 67 402BB stout th350 3.08's with a locker. Plan on tubs 18.5's out back! (thanks Burnsman!) 71 SWB Stepside, was a 250, now is a 402 Big Block with 4 speed and 3.73's ( was crushed by a tree, bed sold, motor pulled) was my first truck!... oh well... 72 LWB 4x4 350 4-speed 3.08's posi wearing army olive drab green (SOLD!) 68 BURB 50TH LOOKALIKE work in progress, soon to have 250-I6 with a 3-speed on the tree 4.11's and posi ( currently sitting in back yard tarped awaiting time, $$$, and lots of love!) 67 1 TON- work truck 396 sm 420 4-speed, flat bed 4.57 gears "big red" (my first landscape truck, very rusty and crusty! but still gets the job done when needed!)

06-04-2002, 08:57 PM	#14
breeh Recovering 67-72 Addict Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: North Bend, WA Posts: 1,788	Thanks for the reinforcement on my decision to buy the truck. I will show this thread to my wife and maybe she won't be so ticked anymore __________________ 68 Short Fleet 4x4; 427; BTO Level 3 700R4; NP205; Dana 60 front and rear; 4" lift with 35's; Disc brakes; AGR variable ratio steering; factory bucket seats; factory tach and tilt. "Friends call me cruzer cuz I like fast cars and fast women"

06-04-2002, 10:04 PM	#15
1970 CST Short Wide Senior Moment Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Pittsburg Ca Posts: 4,185	You didn't pay to much for that truck, You stole it Nice Truck __________________ 1970 CST LS 1 6 speed Ford 9 inch Detroit Tru Track, Dakota Didgital, Vintage Air, QA1 Coil Overs Front & Rear Lots of FUN 2013 GMC PU, Oldest Son 71 GMC LWB. QA1 Suspension, Angry SB. Youngest Son 2019 GMC Diesil Dually. Youngest Son 2017 Toyota SUV Daughters car 2018 Traverse , Wife’s Ride Pittsburg Ca 94565



Register or Log In To remove these advertisements.

06-04-2002, 10:24 PM	#16
Randy70C-10 Account Suspended Join Date: Mar 2001 Location: Virginia Beach, Va. U.S.A. Posts: 15,320	I honestly believe that you got an awsome deal!!!

06-05-2002, 02:16 AM	#17
stllookn Saving 1 truck at a time! Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: Kent, WA Posts: 6,465	Going to Portland this weekend...need help bringing it back? I'll be happy to help you drive it back...PLEASE...PLEASE? BTW, could you stop in Salem and pick up a burby tank for me...LOL! You got an awesome deal...don't even think about second guessing yourself on that one! __________________ '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)

06-05-2002, 10:16 AM	#18
PushinPebbles My dad's 68 Join Date: May 2002 Location: VA Posts: 444	thats a amazing truck.........looks like a fresh canvas to me Jack __________________ Jack M. 67 C-10 SWB 355 built T-350 tranny hurst shifter 17x8in KMC's on michelins, clear tails and back up lights slammedUPDATE i have decided on my bag setup and will post further info when i recieve all the parts **************************** 88 1/2 ton suburban 4x4 350/700R-4having a 9 in lift w/ 38 in tires 4 12 inch Lightning Audios *************************** 87 silverado 3/4ton jacked up 10-12 inches black and rubberized bed coating 35 in michelans ************************** Dad's truck 68 C-10 stepside, 468 BB, tubbed, weld wheels, Nason black,lots more **************************** grand dads truck 68 C-10 stepside fuel inj. 350/700R-4soon in audi silver **************************** 84 toyota pickup 22R 5 speed 2WD slammed, shaved and all the body lines filled w/ buickGN scoop,bout to be sprayed in 2003 mustang green metallic w/ silver flames **************************** S/N=BIGGYTYME@aol.com (hydros) "No fat chics, truck will scrape"

06-05-2002, 11:13 AM	#19
junkyardjohn Registered User Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: SOMERSET KY. Posts: 6,425	NICE TRUCK -- LOOKS LIKE A BARGAIN PRICE TO ME. IT'S AWFUL EASY TO DUMP (I MEAN INVEST) 8 OR 10 GRAND IN ONE OF THESE TRUCKS, TO MAKE THEM PRESENTABLE & DEPENDABLE NO MATTER WHERE YOU LIVE. __________________ junkyardjohn 69 1 TON TOW TRUCK // 84 4WD CUCV BLAZER// 85 1 TON 4WD STAKE TRUCK// 86 M1031 5/4 TON 4WD CUCV// ALOT OF OLD TRUCKS FOR ONE OLD MAN TO DRIVE. THERES ROOM FOR ALL OF GODS CREATURES RIGHT NEXT TO MY MASHED POTATOES// LIFE MEMBER OF P.E.T.A (PEOPLE EATING TASTY ANIMALS) DON'T RENT U-HAUL ALWAYS TELL THE TRUTH IT WILL AMAZE PART OF THE PEOPLE & ASTONISH THE REST

06-05-2002, 11:20 AM	#20
DennyB Led Sled! Discs R 4 ME! Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Toms River, NJ, USA (Transplanted Hoosier) Posts: 7,327	WOW...A short, step, 4X4 like that...........You Stole it!!!!~!! BTW, you will never loose money on that truck! Its value will only increase. (edit) Do yourself a favor, Get it appraised and insure it for its value. This will also protect you incase something awful happens. __________________ "Never ride faster than your Angel can fly" I.M.O.M,W,J&C Patriot Guard Rider Last edited by DennyB; 06-05-2002 at 11:25 AM.

06-05-2002, 11:44 AM	#21
2nova2 Registered User Join Date: May 2000 Location: Rohnert Park, CA Posts: 615	I am not a huge fan of stepsides but the short bed 4X4 Step looks sweet to me. I wouldn't change a thing. Not even the tires. You got a good deal there. __________________ 72 GMC Burb barn door 4X4 350/350 PS PB Tilt ( gone but not forgooten) 64 Chevy II V8 Loaded Wagon 2004 Chevy 2500 HD Sonoma County, Northern CA

06-05-2002, 12:16 PM	#22
cheyenne10 Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2000 Location: Oregon Posts: 2,512	I saw this auction and I'm sure I recognize this truck (local to me). Sellers feedback had too many negatives for me (looks like dealer/reseller). I think this truck sat in yard of long time owner with little use for about 10 years. It was driven some and finally disappeared 1-2 years ago. Truck lived in neighborhood of lots of big deciduous trees (watch vents for clogging and buildup of leaves, etc.) I liked it as an original truck hope you get the truck with value as you assume. With these types of things get good email communications is a must. If you decide to loose the 6 cylinder let me know. Anything else I can do drop me a line. __________________ Bob

06-05-2002, 12:45 PM	#23
breeh Recovering 67-72 Addict Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: North Bend, WA Posts: 1,788	cheyenne10, thanks for the background. I was concerned about the negative feedback also. I decided that I wouldn't pay for it until I get down there and look at it. If it turns out to not be as advertised then I will not complete the auction. I would rather risk the negative feedback then lay out $5 k for something that is not as advertised. __________________ 68 Short Fleet 4x4; 427; BTO Level 3 700R4; NP205; Dana 60 front and rear; 4" lift with 35's; Disc brakes; AGR variable ratio steering; factory bucket seats; factory tach and tilt. "Friends call me cruzer cuz I like fast cars and fast women"

06-05-2002, 12:57 PM	#24
Randy70C-10 Account Suspended Join Date: Mar 2001 Location: Virginia Beach, Va. U.S.A. Posts: 15,320	I wouldn't worry "too" much about those neg. feedbacks. The problem with selling older vehicles is everyone expects more out of the car than it really is. You just can't make everyone happy. Besides, 7 neg feedbacks out of almost 500 isn't all that bad. Good luck though, I hope she's as mint as the pic looks!

06-05-2002, 01:04 PM	#25
68 Suburban Registered User Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: From Chicago, Live in Phoenix, AZ Posts: 6,802	breeh, very sweet looking truck. You might be interested in some of the info from the 1968 Chevrolet Data Book. http://www.dingospad.com/trucks/68data/1.htm __________________ Just sitting here contemplating contemplation.

Register or Log In To remove these advertisements.

Thread Tools
Show Printable Version Email this Page
Display Modes
Linear Mode Switch to Hybrid Mode Switch to Threaded Mode