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DoobieBrother · 11-09-2006, 06:22 PM

Ok. I've got an interesting one. One of my trucks is an old `68 Chevy. I've run across a guy that is looking for a truck to rent. He wants to park it in his store and create a display around it for 30-45 days.

So, anyone have any idea what a going rate would be for something like this? I really like the idea of the truck making money for me. Basically, I'm thinking I'd like to do this once in a while and take anything I make off it and put it back into the truck for restoration activities. Thoughts?

71chevylowrider · 11-09-2006, 06:33 PM

the local burgerville down the street used to do that all the time, the'd have beautiful restored Hot Rods, Vet's Trucks ect. right in the middle of the store with a velvet rope around it to keep people from it, but I seen many kids reaching over the ropes & grabing & pulling & touching these gorgeous hot rods, it scared the crap out of me, are they liable for any unforseen damage?

DoobieBrother · 11-09-2006, 06:38 PM

This was the response I received when I replied that I might be interested...

Basically, the idea is to park a truck in the middle of the Produce department at Whole Foods Market in Plano at Preston and Park. They are going to recieve a special crop of apples and they want to set the scene as though a farmer just drove his truck into the store to drop off his fresh apples, directly from the farm. The hope is that the truck would not be a refurbished show truck. So, boxes of apples could be filled in the back of the bed and spilled down into boxes, for the customer to shop from. Essentially it will all be set up and the truck wouldn't move for 30-45 days. We hoped that it just might be a beater truck that someone didn't use on a daily basis. Of course if there was any damage to the truck we would own the responsibility. This idea came about as a way to avoid having to purchase a truck.

Two of the four managers at that location live in Frisco, and several others managers in the metro live in Frisco. This is completely unchartered territory for us, so everything is up for discussion. We would love to give someone a really nice giftcard for the rental, but we could also have a check cut from our corporate office. We would love to build this display early next week. Let me know if this would interest you or if you have any other questions. I greatly apprecaite you even taking the time to consider this!

Note, my truck is not restored yet. Not even close.

71chevylowrider · 11-09-2006, 06:41 PM

Heck, I'd do it if I had a farm truck looking truck, just expect kids to be climbing into the cab all the time unless they will lock the cab up. Not sure what to charge, it sounds like a cool idea.

PanelDeland · 11-09-2006, 09:47 PM

Remember, every time you drive the truck after it's displayed you will hear,"There used to be an old truck like that at whole foods!"
That will be almost as bad as the old"I used to have a truck like that only it was a fuchia Ford with an11 cyl engine and 2 1/2 speed auto with a clutch.I sure had some good times in that truck."

timcos · 11-09-2006, 11:44 PM

I would charge them $1000 and have them prove insurance.

Cheaper than buying it.

wibilly · 11-09-2006, 11:55 PM

i'm gussing you would not make out very well charging by the mile, better charge by the apple

**clay68c10** · 11-10-2006, 12:24 AM

Do it, they're responsible for damages. Just keep the doors locked.

BowTieOgre · 11-10-2006, 12:28 AM

Im scared to death to park my truck within 18 spots of the grocery store entrance or buggy racks for fear of cart dings...I cant even imagine how I would get any sleep if it was parked IN the grocery store!

I say go for it. If they dont like your cash price maybe you could make a deal for part cash and part grocery store credit. You gotta eat!

ain't_done_yet · 11-10-2006, 12:35 AM

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Originally Posted by clay68c10

Do it, they're responsible for damages. Just keep the doors locked.

69TowRig · 11-10-2006, 01:19 AM

That's awesome. I'd do it if I had a pickup for the job.

**raggedjim** · 11-10-2006, 12:22 PM

Dang, If I did that I'd end up in some kind of a lawsuit over the hazardous waste cleanup they'd have to do! Darn oil leaks...

Rg

cdowns · 11-10-2006, 12:59 PM

you might want to check with your insurance company to see if you will void your policy by going into the rental business

alblogg · 11-10-2006, 02:30 PM

I would swap it out in ribeyes and prime rib.

67chevy2wd · 11-10-2006, 06:03 PM

I say do it, it would be safer in the store then in the parking lot. Think of it as climate controled storage that you get paid for.

texascowboy593 · 11-10-2006, 06:15 PM

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Originally Posted by raggedjim

Dang, If I did that I'd end up in some kind of a lawsuit over the hazardous waste cleanup they'd have to do! Darn oil leaks...

Rg

After the display was done, I'd have them remove the display and take a count of all the apples left over. Each apple left over equals 1 Shiner Bock for them to put back in the bed!!!

CochinoFilipino · 11-10-2006, 06:44 PM

If you do it, make sure they do something to prevent it being hit by shopping carts.

LUV2XCLR8 · 11-10-2006, 07:38 PM

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Originally Posted by 69TowRig

That's awesome. I'd do it if I had a pickup for the job.

**Canadian694x4** · 11-10-2006, 08:38 PM

I say do it...for the $$$ or Grocery Credit. Maybe ask them to put up a small Straw/Hay Bail border around the truck (that way it would fit with their Farm Fresh/Country Fruits theme in a way) to help safe gaurd the truck from Cart dings which is about the worst thing I could see happening in the store.

DoobieBrother · 11-12-2006, 09:40 PM

Well, looks like it's working out. I dropped it off at Whole Foods Market tonight. It'll be inside toward the front of the store. Merchandise around it to protect a bit and cab remains locked. The deal ended up being for $500. I wrote up a legal agreement about what could and could not be done and had it signed with witness signatures and all. So, good stuff. I'll take the money and put it toward one of the many things it needs.

jimmydean · 11-13-2006, 01:06 AM

That kicks ass. Get a pic of the display!

My brothers tattoo shop in Santa Cruz used to host bikes from Santa Cruz Harley-Aprilia. His shop was on the main drag and got lots of lookers. They gave him parts at cost (he builds custom choppers for fun), it was a sweet deal for both of them.

57sailplane · 11-13-2006, 10:35 AM

pictures, pictures

DoobieBrother · 11-20-2006, 05:51 PM

It ended up outside. They couldn't figure out how to get it into the store without some serious rearranging. Oh well. It sits outside in my driveway anyway. And the have off duty Plano PD for security. I also had them sign documentation stating my terms of their financial responsibility. Also license plates and battery are removed.

They stuck the Texas flag in the window. Kind of cool.

ain't_done_yet · 11-20-2006, 05:56 PM

Cool....and a quick buck!!

jimmydean · 11-20-2006, 06:04 PM

That's a good looking grapefruit hauler you got there.

I have been playing with the ideal of a vanity plate for my truck as "hay hlr" (Oregon is limited to 6 characters) based on the fact my wife sees that as it's only redeeming quality

11-09-2006, 06:22 PM	#1
DoobieBrother Registered User Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: US Posts: 184	Renting out the truck Ok. I've got an interesting one. One of my trucks is an old `68 Chevy. I've run across a guy that is looking for a truck to rent. He wants to park it in his store and create a display around it for 30-45 days. So, anyone have any idea what a going rate would be for something like this? I really like the idea of the truck making money for me. Basically, I'm thinking I'd like to do this once in a while and take anything I make off it and put it back into the truck for restoration activities. Thoughts?

11-09-2006, 06:33 PM	#2
71chevylowrider Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Vancouver, WA Posts: 1,015	Re: Renting out the truck the local burgerville down the street used to do that all the time, the'd have beautiful restored Hot Rods, Vet's Trucks ect. right in the middle of the store with a velvet rope around it to keep people from it, but I seen many kids reaching over the ropes & grabing & pulling & touching these gorgeous hot rods, it scared the crap out of me, are they liable for any unforseen damage?

11-09-2006, 06:38 PM	#3
DoobieBrother Registered User Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: US Posts: 184	Re: Renting out the truck This was the response I received when I replied that I might be interested... Basically, the idea is to park a truck in the middle of the Produce department at Whole Foods Market in Plano at Preston and Park. They are going to recieve a special crop of apples and they want to set the scene as though a farmer just drove his truck into the store to drop off his fresh apples, directly from the farm. The hope is that the truck would not be a refurbished show truck. So, boxes of apples could be filled in the back of the bed and spilled down into boxes, for the customer to shop from. Essentially it will all be set up and the truck wouldn't move for 30-45 days. We hoped that it just might be a beater truck that someone didn't use on a daily basis. Of course if there was any damage to the truck we would own the responsibility. This idea came about as a way to avoid having to purchase a truck. Two of the four managers at that location live in Frisco, and several others managers in the metro live in Frisco. This is completely unchartered territory for us, so everything is up for discussion. We would love to give someone a really nice giftcard for the rental, but we could also have a check cut from our corporate office. We would love to build this display early next week. Let me know if this would interest you or if you have any other questions. I greatly apprecaite you even taking the time to consider this! Note, my truck is not restored yet. Not even close.

11-09-2006, 06:41 PM	#4
71chevylowrider Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Vancouver, WA Posts: 1,015	Re: Renting out the truck Heck, I'd do it if I had a farm truck looking truck, just expect kids to be climbing into the cab all the time unless they will lock the cab up. Not sure what to charge, it sounds like a cool idea.

11-09-2006, 09:47 PM	#5
PanelDeland I am a Referee of life. Join Date: Jun 2000 Location: Greensboro N.C. Posts: 13,993	Re: Renting out the truck Remember, every time you drive the truck after it's displayed you will hear,"There used to be an old truck like that at whole foods!" That will be almost as bad as the old"I used to have a truck like that only it was a fuchia Ford with an11 cyl engine and 2 1/2 speed auto with a clutch.I sure had some good times in that truck." __________________ The 47-present Chevrolet and GMC Truck Message Board Network,it's owners,moderators,members,and associates of any type should not be held responsible for my opinion. You can't fix stupid,not even with duct tape. "My appearance is due to the fact that "GOD" does punish you for having too much fun!" Barrett-Jackson has perfected alchemy,they make rust into gold! "You can lead a horse to water but you can't saddle a duck" "Cleverly disguised as a 'Responsible Adult' "Sometimes your Knight in shining armor is just a retard in tinfoil"

11-09-2006, 11:44 PM	#6
timcos Chief Honcho In Charge Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Bentonville AR Posts: 970	Re: Renting out the truck I would charge them $1000 and have them prove insurance. Cheaper than buying it. __________________ 1992 1500 4x4 Shortbed 1984 Ford F250 Supercab Longbed 6.9L Diesel 1972 K10 Cheyenne Super Fleetside Short Bed - 350 - A/C 1971 VW SuperBeetle 1960 Wife 1984 Son 1986 Son 1989 Son Previous Trucks 1967 C10 SWB (1980-1981) 1971 C10 LWB (1998-2004)

11-09-2006, 11:55 PM	#7
wibilly Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: northwestern wi Posts: 2,111	Re: Renting out the truck i'm gussing you would not make out very well charging by the mile, better charge by the apple __________________ common sense isn't so common anymore

11-10-2006, 12:24 AM	#8
clay68c10 Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: Centennial, CO Posts: 2,933	Re: Renting out the truck Do it, they're responsible for damages. Just keep the doors locked. __________________ ClusterTruck: 68 C10 Bought in 89, wrecked in 03. Slow low $ rebuild started '17. 6.0 & TKO http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=788602 93 K1500 Short Step, 350, NV4500, EBL flash ECU. Vortec heads & roller cam someday... 05 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited. 3” lift & 6-speed 02 E320 the insurance total “free car” 13 Tahoe LTZ

11-10-2006, 12:28 AM	#9
BowTieOgre Registered User Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Pensacola, FL Posts: 1,461	Re: Renting out the truck Im scared to death to park my truck within 18 spots of the grocery store entrance or buggy racks for fear of cart dings...I cant even imagine how I would get any sleep if it was parked IN the grocery store! I say go for it. If they dont like your cash price maybe you could make a deal for part cash and part grocery store credit. You gotta eat! __________________ 1986 C10 - LWB, 305/700r4, posi, vortec heads

11-10-2006, 01:19 AM	#11
69TowRig Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Raleigh, NC Posts: 894	Re: Renting out the truck That's awesome. I'd do it if I had a pickup for the job. __________________ -Chris Building a stripper, one part at a time: 1969 K5, 307, 3spd, 3 seats, hard top. Added Pwr Discs, Pwr Steering, Aux Battery, T-case Skid, Lighted Sidemarkers, HEI, Lock-Right Diff, ECE Class IV Hitch, 32" MT/Rs. Parts to Install: Hand Throttle, Console, Tow Hooks, Dual Horns, AM-FM, Dealer Swing-Away Tire Carrier, Gas Tank Skid. Also building a 1950 Willys CJ-3A and off-roading a 2001 Nissan Frontier on 1-Ton Portals...

11-10-2006, 12:22 PM	#12
raggedjim Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Murray, Kentucky Posts: 3,453	Re: Renting out the truck Dang, If I did that I'd end up in some kind of a lawsuit over the hazardous waste cleanup they'd have to do! Darn oil leaks... Rg __________________ Roger '68 Short step - https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...d.php?t=849675 '69 ('70?) 2wd Blazer '70 GMC Jimmy 2wd '73 Firebird - https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...d.php?t=853203

11-10-2006, 12:59 PM	#13
cdowns Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: daytonabeach Posts: 22,956	Re: Renting out the truck you might want to check with your insurance company to see if you will void your policy by going into the rental business __________________ 71c-10 350/2004r/4:11 lowered3/4 longbed/dead by hurricane MEANING OF DEATH::::: SOMEBODY ELSE GETS YOUR STUFF DONT BELIEVE EVERYTHING YOU THINK TAKE MY ADVISE;I DON'T USE IT ANYWAY

11-10-2006, 02:30 PM	#14
alblogg Registered User Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: NC Posts: 62	Re: Renting out the truck I would swap it out in ribeyes and prime rib. __________________ '07 G6 Wife's car '00 Malibu stock, just a parts getter. '99 Blazer LT Loaded, K&N Filter, Pioneer Super Tuner,Viper '88 K1500 Cheyenne, 5.0, stock, bought new '86 Nissan 720 Trash Truck '69 C/10 step side, 307, all original, second owner, in process of restore. The person who says it cannot be done should not interrurt the person doing it. Share your knowledge. It is a way to achieve immortality. Allen- Paintman Wrenchtwister Broompusher Last edited by alblogg; 11-10-2006 at 02:32 PM.

11-10-2006, 06:03 PM	#15
67chevy2wd Registered User Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: New Salem, ND Posts: 1,558	Re: Renting out the truck I say do it, it would be safer in the store then in the parking lot. Think of it as climate controled storage that you get paid for. __________________ 07 Chevy classic LBZ Duramax (a few mods) '67 Chevy 1/2 ton 2wd (in pieces) '69 Chevy 1/2 ton 2wd (on hold) '71 GMC 3/4 ton 4x4 ‘71 GMC 1/2 ton 2wd suburban

11-10-2006, 06:44 PM	#17
CochinoFilipino Registered User Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Republic of California Posts: 345	Re: Renting out the truck If you do it, make sure they do something to prevent it being hit by shopping carts. __________________ '67 C10 Short Stepside 5.0TPI/700R4



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11-10-2006, 08:38 PM	#19
Canadian694x4 Born To Lose Club Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: Calgary, Alberta/Oxenden, Ontario, Great White North Posts: 13,306	Re: Renting out the truck I say do it...for the $$$ or Grocery Credit. Maybe ask them to put up a small Straw/Hay Bail border around the truck (that way it would fit with their Farm Fresh/Country Fruits theme in a way) to help safe gaurd the truck from Cart dings which is about the worst thing I could see happening in the store. __________________ Brian Smith - "Born To Lose" 1969 Chevrolet K10 LWB Fleetside - Proud Owner For 20 Yrs - 1 of 208 Built & Sold In Canada! - 283 V8/350TH/NP208, 2" All Spring Lift, 32" Good Year MT/R's. 1972 GMC K2500 Custom LWB Fleetside - Proud Owner For 2 Yrs - 1 of 571 Built & Sold In Canada! - 350 V8/SM465/NP205, 4” Rough Country Lift, 33” Interco TSL Thornbirds 2007.5 GMC Sierra SLE 2500HD 4x4 - Proud Owner For 15 Yrs - 6.6L V8 Duramax Diesel/Allison 1000, 2" Lift, 33" Mickey Thompson MTZ's. 2008 Yamaha Raptor 700r - Proud Owner For 13 Yrs - ITP Mud Lites. 2015 John Deere 1025R - Proud Owner For 6 Yrs - 24HP Diesel/H120/54D/260B/SB1154.

11-12-2006, 09:40 PM	#20
DoobieBrother Registered User Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: US Posts: 184	Re: Renting out the truck Well, looks like it's working out. I dropped it off at Whole Foods Market tonight. It'll be inside toward the front of the store. Merchandise around it to protect a bit and cab remains locked. The deal ended up being for $500. I wrote up a legal agreement about what could and could not be done and had it signed with witness signatures and all. So, good stuff. I'll take the money and put it toward one of the many things it needs.

11-13-2006, 01:06 AM	#21
jimmydean Registered User Join Date: May 2005 Location: Beaverton, OR Posts: 3,728	Re: Renting out the truck That kicks ass. Get a pic of the display! My brothers tattoo shop in Santa Cruz used to host bikes from Santa Cruz Harley-Aprilia. His shop was on the main drag and got lots of lookers. They gave him parts at cost (he builds custom choppers for fun), it was a sweet deal for both of them.

11-13-2006, 10:35 AM	#22
57sailplane Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: Nebraska Posts: 583	Re: Renting out the truck pictures, pictures

11-20-2006, 05:51 PM	#23
DoobieBrother Registered User Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: US Posts: 184	Re: Renting out the truck It ended up outside. They couldn't figure out how to get it into the store without some serious rearranging. Oh well. It sits outside in my driveway anyway. And the have off duty Plano PD for security. I also had them sign documentation stating my terms of their financial responsibility. Also license plates and battery are removed. They stuck the Texas flag in the window. Kind of cool. Last edited by DoobieBrother; 11-20-2006 at 05:51 PM.

11-20-2006, 05:56 PM	#24
ain't_done_yet and won't ever be Join Date: Jun 2000 Location: Arbala, TX Posts: 159	Re: Renting out the truck Cool....and a quick buck!! __________________ '82 SWB 1/2T Silverado (project) '96 SWB 1/2T Silverado, factory leather, Sony CD, Sirius Satellite 2006 Ram 3500 Megacab 4x4 SRW, AMSOIL/Injen CAI, AMSOIL By-Pass, Mag-Hytech cover, AMSOIL Lubriants throughout, and much more!! CHANGE YOUR MIND...NOT YOUR OIL

11-20-2006, 06:04 PM	#25
jimmydean Registered User Join Date: May 2005 Location: Beaverton, OR Posts: 3,728	Re: Renting out the truck That's a good looking grapefruit hauler you got there. I have been playing with the ideal of a vanity plate for my truck as "hay hlr" (Oregon is limited to 6 characters) based on the fact my wife sees that as it's only redeeming quality Last edited by jimmydean; 11-20-2006 at 06:47 PM. Reason: wrong fruit :D

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