Calling sacramento area members...

[jocko]

Could really use a favor - I am looking closely at a truck in sac, but it's potentially one of those shady cl deals - the kind you can't tell if it's real or too good to be true. We've already agreed on a price, but having difficulty getting the guy to agree to a payment method. I can't ascertain that I'm dealing with an older gent that is just technology-phobic or a 13 y/o pimple nosed scammer who is about to walk with the money I want to spend on the truck. He doesn't want a deposit, just wants me to send the money. Yes fishy - but he's clearly an older guy that just likes old fashioned transactions - his son listed the truck on cl for him and he doesn't do paypal, holding/transfer thingys, etc.. He did tell me I'm welcome to fly out and look at it, but it's not drivable, at least not all the way to TX. IF I could confirm the truck exists, and the seller isn't 13, I'd send the amount and then follow-up with the shipper. If anyone is in the vicinity and might have a few spare moments to confirm the guy and truck are for real, I'd appreciate it. If too busy - completely understand. Thanks gents, hate to ask, but hoping to close the deal on this thing.

Also open to suggestions as to how you all have worked around this stuff in the past. I've normally sent a hefty deposit in exchange for a transferred title, which, when I received it - I sent the balance. Then the shipper would go grab it. But, with out a deposit, kinda feel like I'm about to get ether bunnied by this dude if I send the full check...

[68bowtie]

wish i could help! smart move not jumping on it though, you never know these days.

[Ol Blue K20]

Jocko, where is it located exactly. I might be able to look this weekend.

[jocko]

Will pm you Dale, thanks.

[57taskforce]

Jocko, I can't wait to see what you've got up your sleeve, I know what you've been after so I'm sure this truck won't disappoint! Good luck with it!

[jocko]

Ha, you might just be surprised. It's a little bit out of the box, if that helps...

[Ol Blue K20]

Originally Posted by jocko

Will pm you Dale, thanks.

Got it

[Sklptrljay]

I'll be in Sac tomorrow. It's a big area, pm me the location and if I can help I will.

[Ol Blue K20]

Originally Posted by Sklptrljay

I'll be in Sac tomorrow. It's a big area, pm me the location and if I can help I will.

Jocko doesn't have an address yet. It would be cool if he gets it in time...

[Sklptrljay]

Originally Posted by Ol Blue K20

Jocko doesn't have an address yet. It would be cool if he gets it in time...

My son and I are going to Hangtown tomorrow to ride dirt bikes. So I'll be up there for a while. G'nite Dale.

[sawman]

have it check out to make sure its there,maybe if you trust a user on this thread give him the money to pay for it and get the paperwork???,did a cl deal like this guy came up to purchase a truck I had but wanted to pay cash and do it at 2am in safeway parking lot,put me on edge,he showed up with 3 other guys good thing it was were all the police hung out lol,deal went fine,but never again,you still need the rims jocko

[special-K]

What's not old fashioned about paying a deposit? It doesn't get any more old school than that. I hope it all works out, with help from a fellow member

[Saclandman]

I'm in Sac too. Will help if needed.

[Ol Blue K20]

Hey guys, I was planning on going to the state fair this weekend but my daughter and son in law decided to split up yesterday. Now I'm going to stay home and referee. I forwarded th PM that Jocko sent me to Saclandman in hopes that he can help out. If he can't Jocko will still need a volunteer. Sorry about this but seems life got in the way again.

[jocko]

Got your pm Dale, no worries at all. Thanks again, and hope things work out.
Rich, got your also, thanks and I look forward to hearing back from you.
Thanks again everyone!

[Ol Blue K20]

That truck sounds like it could be a keeper. I found the ad for it and that color is pretty cool. I can't wait to hear whether you get it or not.

[Saclandman]

Took a look at the truck today. The seller and truck are legit. Nice guy. I'd buy it if I could. Spid matches door plate. Little bit of rust at bottom front of pass. fender and a bit of scaling at the kick panel on pass. side. Otherwise clean. I'll post pics as soon as I can.

[Ol Blue K20]

Originally Posted by Saclandman

Took a look at the truck today. The seller and truck are legit. Nice guy. I'd buy it if I could. Spid matches door plate. Little bit of rust at bottom front of pass. fender and a bit of scaling at the kick panel on pass. side. Otherwise clean. I'll post pics as soon as I can.

Thanks for catching my slack and helping Jocko. You really have to love this community we have here.

[57taskforce]

The suspense is killing me!!! Pics please!

[Saclandman]

Hope Jocko doesn't mind but here's a few.

[Saclandman]

The faded scrolling pinstripe is way cool.

[jocko]

Thanks Rich, really appreciate you taking a look at it for me. Yes, I've gone square, but don't worry, still have the 72 C20 to tinker with as well. Thank you also to the folks that jumped on the offer to take a look, I really appreciate that also.

And the biggest thanks goes to SSTim - he knew what I was looking for - I've been looking for a K20 for a looong time, and found this little beaut for me. Many thanks Tim!

[Saclandman]

Glad I could help and it worked out. It's a pretty sweet truck. Good luck with it.

[Saclandman]

Its always a good sign when a square-body doesn't have a fold in the hood.

[57taskforce]

Originally Posted by jocko

Ha, you might just be surprised. It's a little bit out of the box, if that helps...

Haha i see what you did there! Nice find, im sure its going to a good home and it looks to be in very nice shape. Ive had a few square bodies in my life time they are tough trucks.