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SixD7 · 03-02-2007, 10:57 AM

Hi there, this seems like a great site. I'm new to the old truck market but found this truck in my area. I'm looking for advice from people with experience with this type truck before I look at is so I know what to look for and what your opinions are on what it's worth.

Thanks in advance.

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eB...0998449&rd=1,1

3/4tonterror · 03-02-2007, 11:48 AM

Nice but it wont be cheap.

**John Fabris** · 03-02-2007, 11:58 AM

It may not be cheap, but even at $18000, it is cheaper then what most can build on thier own. It is a nice truck and if you get this for 12000-15000, that would be a great deal....

I am into my truck around $27000 now and that does not include my time (but it does include about $2000-$3000 of mistakes and tools tools)

SixD7 · 03-02-2007, 01:13 PM

Thanks for the info. I'm running all the scenarios through my head on which way to go.

whatnow123 · 03-02-2007, 01:35 PM

Hey There,

Go to Craigslist. I know there are a couple decent (seems like anyway as I have yet to see them) trucks located here in the valley. Completed such as this and decent builders depending on which way you want to go, work on it and make it your own, or a "show" truck turn the key type.

Also check the trucks for sale section on this list. There is a local short bed bigblock truck that already has had some work done to it, but I don't know what kind of condition it's in.

18 to 20K will go a very long way with these trucks if you chose to buy a builder.

jsbgump · 03-02-2007, 01:36 PM

Welcome to the board

68Mike · 03-02-2007, 01:40 PM

First...

My $.02
Buying a truck that has been completed is nice, if you like all of someone elses work. The nice thing about building your own is just that, your hard work and sweat. Nothing better than cruising down the street in something "you've" built. My suggestion, if you don't want to do a complete rebuild, buy a truck that someone has done the inital "mods" and build the rest.

on whatever decision you make now

Mike

67ChevyRedneck · 03-02-2007, 01:42 PM

I don't trust ebay, period. If I'm going to pay more than a couple thousand for any vehicle I'd have to see it in person and drive it.

My opinion is that based on the info and pictures that's a 10-14K truck.

Not sure if you caught this thread or not:

http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=229704

killer71 · 03-02-2007, 01:51 PM

Hi sixd7! I agree with John Fabris. If you are like me (not in the restoring business) you couldn't build that truck for his "buy Now price!" Now having said that we all know that most people don't get out of what they have in the truck when one gets ready to sale. For the most part the more "original" a truck is the more one tends to get in return for the truck. If you are one that likes that "custom" look then I say this truck is worth it and of course anything less is always a (+). Keep in mind I'm just looking at the truck from a monitor but I would recommend you lay hands and eyes on the truck before you finalize anything. Another way to look at it is to ask yourself "Is this truck worth it to me?" Good luck and as they say on EBAY, "happy bidding!"

BigSky71 · 03-02-2007, 02:13 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by John Fabris

It may not be cheap, but even at $18000, it is cheaper then what most can build on thier own. It is a nice truck and if you get this for 12000-15000, that would be a great deal....

I am into my truck around $27000 now and that does not include my time (but it does include about $2000-$3000 of mistakes and tools tools)

I agree with John. If you went to duplicate that truck, assuming its clean and built correctly, the parts alone would be 20k. If you don't want to bother with a restoration, and want a nice truck you can drive immediately, this is the kind of truck you should look for. You could then make updates and personalize it for what you like as time and money allowed. OTOH if you want to build your own truck, look for one more in the 2-4k range I'd say.

I can easily see how you have 27k in that truck John. I am assembling mine currently and every time I call a vendor for those "last few parts" I spend five hundred bucks!

SixD7 · 03-02-2007, 08:49 PM

I think I'm gonna pass on it. Just too many weird things for that kinda money. Thanks for all the help.

03-02-2007, 10:57 AM	#1
SixD7 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: AZ Posts: 3	New guy lookin for opinions on potential buy Hi there, this seems like a great site. I'm new to the old truck market but found this truck in my area. I'm looking for advice from people with experience with this type truck before I look at is so I know what to look for and what your opinions are on what it's worth. Thanks in advance. http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eB...0998449&rd=1,1

03-02-2007, 11:48 AM	#2
3/4tonterror Registered User Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: jaffrey,NH Posts: 325	Re: New guy lookin for opinions on potential buy Nice but it wont be cheap.

03-02-2007, 11:58 AM	#3
John Fabris TOTY 2006 Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Magalia CA USA Posts: 2,270	Re: New guy lookin for opinions on potential buy It may not be cheap, but even at $18000, it is cheaper then what most can build on thier own. It is a nice truck and if you get this for 12000-15000, that would be a great deal.... I am into my truck around $27000 now and that does not include my time (but it does include about $2000-$3000 of mistakes and tools tools) __________________ John Fabris 67 C10 SWB

03-02-2007, 01:13 PM	#4
SixD7 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: AZ Posts: 3	Re: New guy lookin for opinions on potential buy Thanks for the info. I'm running all the scenarios through my head on which way to go.

03-02-2007, 01:35 PM	#5
whatnow123 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Arizona Posts: 835	Re: New guy lookin for opinions on potential buy Hey There, Go to Craigslist. I know there are a couple decent (seems like anyway as I have yet to see them) trucks located here in the valley. Completed such as this and decent builders depending on which way you want to go, work on it and make it your own, or a "show" truck turn the key type. Also check the trucks for sale section on this list. There is a local short bed bigblock truck that already has had some work done to it, but I don't know what kind of condition it's in. 18 to 20K will go a very long way with these trucks if you chose to buy a builder. __________________ 67 Short Step, 355, 700R 4.11 posi rear, 4/6 drop Discs on all 4 corners. Build thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=219094 Last edited by whatnow123; 03-02-2007 at 01:37 PM.

03-02-2007, 01:36 PM	#6
jsbgump Gone Fishing Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Fort Worth, Texas 76135 Posts: 12,361	Re: New guy lookin for opinions on potential buy Welcome to the board __________________ 68 Chevy Short Fleetside LSX Swap Under Way 3.73 posi 2.5/4 drop Frame of resto has been started 2022 Hyundai Tucson Limited 2019 Chevy Traverse Redline Edition Wifes Ride Build Thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1#post3483616

03-02-2007, 01:40 PM	#7
68Mike Registered User Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Salinas,Ca 93906 Posts: 502	Re: New guy lookin for opinions on potential buy First... My $.02 Buying a truck that has been completed is nice, if you like all of someone elses work. The nice thing about building your own is just that, your hard work and sweat. Nothing better than cruising down the street in something "you've" built. My suggestion, if you don't want to do a complete rebuild, buy a truck that someone has done the inital "mods" and build the rest. on whatever decision you make now Mike __________________ Mike Currents: '74 Cheyenne Super C30 Camper Special 3+3 aka "Sucia30" Past: '79 C10 BIG 10 (Sold) 69 CST LWB - Always a "Work in progress" true work truck (stolen) 05 GSXR 750 it has a pretty paint job _wrecked 72 SWB full frame restoration -sold! 71 CST K5 Blazer 4x4 (soon to be 2wd)-project - sold! C10 Club 2012 Brothers Show Video http://youtu.be/pUeV2vP7Wpo Last edited by 68Mike; 03-02-2007 at 01:41 PM.

03-02-2007, 01:42 PM	#8
67ChevyRedneck Hittin E-Z Street on Mud Tires Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Greenville, SC Posts: 23,090	Re: New guy lookin for opinions on potential buy I don't trust ebay, period. If I'm going to pay more than a couple thousand for any vehicle I'd have to see it in person and drive it. My opinion is that based on the info and pictures that's a 10-14K truck. Not sure if you caught this thread or not: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=229704 __________________ Jesse James 1967 C10 SWB Stepside: 350/700R4/3.73 1965 Ford Mustang: 289/T5-5spd/3.25 Trac-Loc 1968 Pontiac Firebird: Project Fire Chicken! 2015 Silverado Double Cab 5.3L Z71 2001 Jeep Wrangler Sport 4.0L 5spd 2020 Chevrolet Equinox Premium 2.0L Turbo 2011 Mustang V6 ~ Wife's ride American Born, Country by the Grace of God 1967 CST Shop Truck Rebuild! My 1967 C-10 Build Thread My Vintage Air A/C Install Project "On a Dime" Trying my hand at Home Renovation! 1965 Mustang Modifications! Last edited by 67ChevyRedneck; 03-02-2007 at 01:43 PM.

03-02-2007, 01:51 PM	#9
killer71 Registered User Join Date: May 2006 Location: at work Posts: 2,552	Re: New guy lookin for opinions on potential buy Hi sixd7! I agree with John Fabris. If you are like me (not in the restoring business) you couldn't build that truck for his "buy Now price!" Now having said that we all know that most people don't get out of what they have in the truck when one gets ready to sale. For the most part the more "original" a truck is the more one tends to get in return for the truck. If you are one that likes that "custom" look then I say this truck is worth it and of course anything less is always a (+). Keep in mind I'm just looking at the truck from a monitor but I would recommend you lay hands and eyes on the truck before you finalize anything. Another way to look at it is to ask yourself "Is this truck worth it to me?" Good luck and as they say on EBAY, "happy bidding!" __________________ R.I.P. Killer 71 10/26/07

03-02-2007, 08:49 PM	#11
SixD7 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: AZ Posts: 3	Re: New guy lookin for opinions on potential buy I think I'm gonna pass on it. Just too many weird things for that kinda money. Thanks for all the help.

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