"Driver Quality".... - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

**Dustmaker65** · 10-05-2016, 01:35 PM

So what condition is a part in, if it is described as "Driver Quality"?

Some of the parts I see listed as DQ, are in worse condition than the one I want to replace.

LongBox · 10-05-2016, 01:42 PM

Why are you replacing parts? Is it to restore the truck, or because the parts do not function correctly? I'm thinking when someone says a part is driver quality, they are giving you a heads up that it will never do for a show truck.

BossHogg69 · 10-05-2016, 01:57 PM

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Originally Posted by Dustmaker65

So what condition is a part in, if it is described as "Driver Quality"?

Some of the parts I see listed as DQ, are in worse condition than the one I want to replace.

I agree, I think some people don't mind driving junk?

SS Tim · 10-05-2016, 02:04 PM

Its a subjective black hole, unless its crusty enough for someone to think they can get more using the work "patina".

**Dustmaker65** · 10-05-2016, 02:14 PM

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Originally Posted by SS Tim

Its a subjective black hole, unless its crusty enough for someone to think they can get more using the work "patina".

I agree with you Tim...very subjective!

**Dustmaker65** · 10-05-2016, 02:23 PM

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Originally Posted by BossHogg69

I agree, I think some people don't mind driving junk?

I have a '72 that the outer grill has 3 or 4 dings and the inner has a couple pieces broke out of it. Kid in my neighborhood hits a deer with his '71 and takes out his front end. I give him mine thinking I will just buy a "nicer" one for my truck.

Come to find out that some guys "really nice driver quality" grills are about as bad as the kids with deer hair all over it.... Quess I will order myself an aftermarket grill assembly.

**specialtyretail** · 10-05-2016, 03:29 PM

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Originally Posted by Dustmaker65

I have a '72 that the outer grill has 3 or 4 dings and the inner has a couple pieces broke out of it. Kid in my neighborhood hits a deer with his '71 and takes out his front end. I give him mine thinking I will just buy a "nicer" one for my truck.

Come to find out that some guys "really nice driver quality" grills are about as bad as the kids with deer hair all over it.... Quess I will order myself an aftermarket grill assembly.

I sell a ton of parts. The words,, "really nice" and "driver quality" have never come to mind as a combination on anything I have sold. I have used the phrase "shop truck" sometimes when describing parts.

cypressbog · 10-05-2016, 03:31 PM

To me, driver quality means it will have some blemishes but will fill the whole left behind from a trashed one. Aftermarket in many peoples minds is not the same as OEM driver quality in fit and function.

**Dustmaker65** · 10-05-2016, 03:34 PM

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Originally Posted by specialtyretail

I sell a ton of parts. The words,, "really nice" and "driver quality" have never come to mind as a combination on anything I have sold. I have used the phrase "shop truck" sometimes when describing parts.

Fred, I have seen many of your posts for selling parts and trucks....you are a straight shooter!

truckster · 10-05-2016, 03:34 PM

To me "driver quality" is just an acknowledgement that it's definitely not show quality. Beauty (or "driver quality") is in the eye of the beholder.

SS Tim · 10-05-2016, 03:48 PM

Anytime existing appearance comes into the buying decision on a used part, get pictures, then ask questons why the seller rates it as "X" condition if additional clarification is needed.

TwoFiftyShifter · 10-05-2016, 03:57 PM

Drive quality is like that girl you knew who....

I should not even bother. It's in between junk and nice. Lol

In The Ten Ring · 10-05-2016, 04:10 PM

To me, "driver quality" means "it will function and look like it's from a 'daily driver' vehicle."

**special-K** · 10-05-2016, 04:55 PM

daily driver is the vehicle you put the part on, not the part. When a part is called driver quality it means it's not perfect, doesn't look new, it's not for use on a restoration or a show vehicle. It can range from a flaw to beats a blank. It's up to the buyer to decide if the part meets their needs or not. I named my '67 ground-up project "Driver Quality". Although I am completely building the truck with all mechanicals new or rebuilt and everything functioning, it won't be a pristine garage queen. It won't scream money. It will be a used old truck that looks good and its fun to drive. All sheet metal is used OEM. It may never get a shiny paint job.

**Dustmaker65** · 10-05-2016, 05:15 PM

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Originally Posted by special-K

daily driver is the vehicle you put the part on, not the part. When a part is called driver quality it means it's not perfect, doesn't look new, it's not for use on a restoration or a show vehicle.

LOL...Thanks Tim

Was really talking about the descriptions people add to used parts.

YBNORML · 10-05-2016, 06:53 PM

Words mean nothing, everyone has a different opinion as to what terms mean. Pictures. I would never buy/sell a part without some.

**specialtyretail** · 10-05-2016, 08:49 PM

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Originally Posted by Dustmaker65

Fred, I have seen many of your posts for selling parts and trucks....you are a straight shooter!

Thanks, I do the best i can. I NEVER want to be accused of misrepresenting my parts. If anyone wants some good laughs sometimes, you should read the descriptions on some of the old trucks I sell. I definatly rag on them if they need it.

10-05-2016, 01:35 PM	#1
Dustmaker65 Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2015 Location: Marquette Heights, IL. Posts: 1,135	"Driver Quality".... So what condition is a part in, if it is described as "Driver Quality"? Some of the parts I see listed as DQ, are in worse condition than the one I want to replace. __________________ Jimmy Hoelzel

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LongBox Registered User Join Date: Sep 2016 Location: Vancouver BC Posts: 784	Re: "Driver Quality".... Why are you replacing parts? Is it to restore the truck, or because the parts do not function correctly? I'm thinking when someone says a part is driver quality, they are giving you a heads up that it will never do for a show truck. __________________ Rick -69 GMC 910 Long Box, 350 -98 Chev Silverado 1500, 350 Vortec 4L60e -08 Mustang GT Convertible

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SS Tim Registered User Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Edwards, CA Posts: 7,503	Re: "Driver Quality".... Its a subjective black hole, unless its crusty enough for someone to think they can get more using the work "patina". __________________ Thanks, Tim * VIN/Model Decoders * Power Team Charts (engine/transmission/gear ratio) * Post Your Pickup SPID Blazer SPID Suburban/Panel SPID * RTFM ... Read The Factory Manuals... download 'em here Highlanders Do you have a 1972 Plaid Pickup? Plaid Blazer ** Plaid Suburban

10-05-2016, 03:31 PM	#8
cypressbog Go Pack Go! Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Green Bay Posts: 2,669	Re: "Driver Quality".... To me, driver quality means it will have some blemishes but will fill the whole left behind from a trashed one. Aftermarket in many peoples minds is not the same as OEM driver quality in fit and function.

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truckster Registered User Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Orem, Utah Posts: 7,982	Re: "Driver Quality".... To me "driver quality" is just an acknowledgement that it's definitely not show quality. Beauty (or "driver quality") is in the eye of the beholder.

10-05-2016, 03:48 PM	#11
SS Tim Registered User Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Edwards, CA Posts: 7,503	Re: "Driver Quality".... Anytime existing appearance comes into the buying decision on a used part, get pictures, then ask questons why the seller rates it as "X" condition if additional clarification is needed. __________________ Thanks, Tim * VIN/Model Decoders * Power Team Charts (engine/transmission/gear ratio) * Post Your Pickup SPID Blazer SPID Suburban/Panel SPID * RTFM ... Read The Factory Manuals... download 'em here Highlanders Do you have a 1972 Plaid Pickup? Plaid Blazer ** Plaid Suburban

10-05-2016, 03:57 PM	#12
TwoFiftyShifter Registered User Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Gwinnett GA Posts: 1,803	Re: "Driver Quality".... Drive quality is like that girl you knew who.... I should not even bother. It's in between junk and nice. Lol __________________ 1982 K10 SWB 1987 V20 - Sold - Doh!

10-05-2016, 04:10 PM	#13
In The Ten Ring Registered User Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: West Virginia Posts: 6,427	Re: "Driver Quality".... To me, "driver quality" means "it will function and look like it's from a 'daily driver' vehicle."

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special-K Special Order Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Mt Airy, MD Posts: 85,851	Re: "Driver Quality".... daily driver is the vehicle you put the part on, not the part. When a part is called driver quality it means it's not perfect, doesn't look new, it's not for use on a restoration or a show vehicle. It can range from a flaw to beats a blank. It's up to the buyer to decide if the part meets their needs or not. I named my '67 ground-up project "Driver Quality". Although I am completely building the truck with all mechanicals new or rebuilt and everything functioning, it won't be a pristine garage queen. It won't scream money. It will be a used old truck that looks good and its fun to drive. All sheet metal is used OEM. It may never get a shiny paint job. __________________ "BUILDING A BETTER WAY TO SERVE THE USA"......67/72......"The New Breed" GMC '67 C1500 Wideside Super Custom SWB: 327/M22/3.42 posi.........."The '67" (project) GMC '72 K2500 Wideside Sierra Custom Camper: 350/TH350/4.10 Power-Lok..."The '72" (rolling) Tim "Don't call me a redneck. I'm a rough cut country gentleman" R.I.P. ~ East Side Low Life ~ El Jay ~ 72BLUZ ~ Fasteddie69 ~ Ron586 ~ 67ChevyRedneck ~ Grumpy Old Man ~

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YBNORML Registered User Join Date: May 2010 Location: Edmonton, Alberta Posts: 3,844	Re: "Driver Quality".... Words mean nothing, everyone has a different opinion as to what terms mean. Pictures. I would never buy/sell a part without some. __________________ --------------------------------------------------------------- Jason. 68’ GMC shortbox https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...d.php?t=794201 72' 2WD Blazer http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=425385 67' LongBox C-10 http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=691845 InstaGram ybnorml67

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