68 gmc big block 4 speed

[dannno]

I'm new to the forum and have a question. I'm considering the purchase of a 68 396 4 speed 3/4 ton. All original numbers match including paint and all the paperwork.
California truck with a/c.
Price is $18,000.
I'd like to hear your opinion on whether this is a fair number.
I've seen the truck and it is a true survivor, nice truck.
I wouldn't even try to restore it.
Comments appreciated.
Thanks

[YBNORML]

Sounds high, but some pics would help better.
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[daves72C10D]

Welcome. 18 grand is a lot, but if it does not need any work then it might be worth it. I feel sure the seller has some wiggle room too.

[dannno]

thanks for the responses
here are some pics

[69GWC]

Thats for sure a sweet ride, tough call on the price but if a guy wanted a super nice stock truck that looks like the truck to buy.
I would trade my 06 Z71 for that truck no problem.
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[70blackfish]

looks clean, any rust in the rockers...look there for it...

and i would say thats top dollar for it..

[Tim Christian]

Nice truck. The three things that stand out to me #1 I hate the roll on bed liner they did #2 the emblems under the front side markers are not factory #3 The taillight bezels are 69-72 style? But this is a very nice truck I would say $15K would be my max. How many miles are on it?

[dannno]

No rust in the rockers or anywhere that I could see
It's solid as a rock
Interesting comment though regarding the fender badge, I assume you mean the 396 badge?
Can't comment on the tail lights you would know better than me I'm guessing
I did offer 15000 but no luck.
18000 I agree just seems to be a big number but that's what I'm trying to sort through
Thanks

[Tim Christian]

I don't know what them emblem says but it is cross flags and not factory.

[69 gmc]

Be sure to check the rear cab supports and cab corners, crawl underneath it if you have to. Emblems look like they came off a corvette or something.

[Sideways]

That's a nice looking truck,is the paint original too?

[frostbyte]

I saw this on Ebay a few months back, Look at the completed auctions. It looks nice but that price seams high.

[vectorit]

Those emblems are "396 Turbo Jet" emblems that were on cars like Corvette, Camaro, and Impala's. Not trucks.
Pretty sure trucks like this did not come with color matching wheels either.

It looks like it was restored.
Very nice looking truck though, but to me the price seems premium for what it is. I have seen much more correct restorations go for quite a bit less money.

[sboris]

Would the resevoir for the PS be visible in that pic? Or is it just chopped out of the photo.. Just wondering. I don't think the wheels are correct either, but I think it looks smokin matched with that color combo!
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[dannno]

Cross flag emblem with 396 very easy to buy and install. Previous owner must have just liked the way it looked. The paint looks extremely good and I have to admit almost hard to believe it is original unless it was garaged and covered for most of its life. I think it shows 70000 on the odometer. Dash is about as clean as a new one.
I suppose it could have been restored to appear like a survivor? Don't know.
Appreciate all the comments, very helpful.

[WIDESIDE72]

Seems a little high for a truck with no hub caps...

[Palf70Step]

That is a really sharp looking truck. You would invest that much to get one in that shape. Just depends on what you want and how much work.

Me, I have problems spending that much on any ride. I am "thrifty" and married to an accountant...so I am one super tightwad!

[Joesjunk]

Nice looking truck, but seem a bit expensive for a 3/4t and a 4 speed