Should I sell truck with or without motor? - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

wingman · 11-12-2006, 02:27 PM

I have a 72 jimmy that I dont have the time, space, or money to tackle the body work on. It needs all the usual body work problems, floors, rockers, windshield frame, etc. The problem is I just put a new motor in it that is worth much more than the rest of the truck. I would be happy to keep the motor, but im worried that the truck would be worth nothing without it, and I would be forced to part out what i could and scrap the majority of it, the only parts worth anything would be the single wall top, uninstalled s&w cage, and rest of drive train. I have never sold or parted out a vehicle, so I have no idea where even to begin, any advice would be greatly appreaciated.

**Ron 586** · 11-12-2006, 02:55 PM

I think you have answered your own question. The only way to sell the body is to put a good engine in it. Figure your engine and add what you think you could get out of the good body parts and give it a shot. That way you are not stuck doing a lot of work taking it apart and having an eyesore to be fussed at about. If it don't sell then do it the hard way.

Chevyman63 · 11-12-2006, 03:29 PM

bouncytruck · 11-12-2006, 05:19 PM

If you part it, you will most likely end up with an empty shell that you will need to figure out how to haul to the scrap yard.

ETsC10 · 11-12-2006, 05:38 PM

If you like the powerplant, keep the powerplant. Last time I was in your position, I bought a $50 305, pinned it under the hood and sold the truck for $800, keeping my engine. The guy got a handpainted rust bucket (50 foot rule appearance) but it passed smog with grace, hauled azz and had a disc brake front end to boot. We later found the hulk at the local wrecking yard sans all the unseen goodies. Heck, ya never know who wants what in this world...your truck may be just the ticket for the next lucky buyer! Ever-the-optomist-me.

**jaros44sr** · 11-12-2006, 08:32 PM

Post upsome pics, I might need parts. This the best place to sell it. What area do you live in? J

wingman · 11-12-2006, 09:14 PM

Im currently in Ohio, but the truck is in storage in Flint Michigan, and I wont be back to Flint until January.

The truck looks descent from 20 ft but the paint is beat, but the outside panels should all be usable, the interior is completely stripped except for the dash and door panels, and i have no original interior parts. I have no interior pictures but pretty much the whole floor needs redone.

Here are some pics, hopefully it works ive never tried it before.

krue · 11-12-2006, 09:25 PM

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Originally Posted by jaros44

Post upsome pics, I might need parts. This the best place to sell it. What area do you live in? J

Actually the parts board is the best place to sell it. It was ok before, but now it looks like a for sale thread and I have to lock it.

BTW Wingman, my two cents is to throw an engine in it (the 305 was a good suggestion) cuz it's easier to sell a truck than a project. IMO.

Please feel free to subscribe and post this on the Parts Board.

11-12-2006, 02:27 PM	#1
wingman Registered User Join Date: Apr 2005 Posts: 41	Should I sell truck with or without motor? I have a 72 jimmy that I dont have the time, space, or money to tackle the body work on. It needs all the usual body work problems, floors, rockers, windshield frame, etc. The problem is I just put a new motor in it that is worth much more than the rest of the truck. I would be happy to keep the motor, but im worried that the truck would be worth nothing without it, and I would be forced to part out what i could and scrap the majority of it, the only parts worth anything would be the single wall top, uninstalled s&w cage, and rest of drive train. I have never sold or parted out a vehicle, so I have no idea where even to begin, any advice would be greatly appreaciated.

11-12-2006, 02:55 PM	#2
Ron 586 RIP Mr Ron Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Big Sandy, Tn. 38221 Posts: 8,150	Re: Should I sell truck with or without motor? I think you have answered your own question. The only way to sell the body is to put a good engine in it. Figure your engine and add what you think you could get out of the good body parts and give it a shot. That way you are not stuck doing a lot of work taking it apart and having an eyesore to be fussed at about. If it don't sell then do it the hard way. __________________ Ron (Mr Round Tuit) Be kinder than necessary, for everyone you meet is fighting some kind of battle TN Message Forum TN Facebook Group SETN Truck Show My Photobucket

11-12-2006, 03:29 PM	#3
Chevyman63 Can't wait to retire!! Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: Corunna, MI Posts: 1,575	Re: Should I sell truck with or without motor? __________________ 2009 4x4 Chevy Crew Cab 6.0 1989 4x4 Siverado (270,000 miles) 1972 4x4 Blazer 2007 Chevy Cutaway 1 ton 1970 Corvette (sons project) RIP - CLR 10/11/09

11-12-2006, 05:19 PM	#4
bouncytruck SKINNY TIRES RULE! Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: Bothell, WA Posts: 11,038	Re: Should I sell truck with or without motor? If you part it, you will most likely end up with an empty shell that you will need to figure out how to haul to the scrap yard. __________________ bouncytruck 1972 K5 The Hauler 1994 K1500 Suburban The Daily2010 Kia Soul Wife's Ride2014 Fiat 500L

11-12-2006, 05:38 PM	#5
ETsC10 Hand Crafted C-10 Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Burien, WA Posts: 5,180	Re: Should I sell truck with or without motor? If you like the powerplant, keep the powerplant. Last time I was in your position, I bought a $50 305, pinned it under the hood and sold the truck for $800, keeping my engine. The guy got a handpainted rust bucket (50 foot rule appearance) but it passed smog with grace, hauled azz and had a disc brake front end to boot. We later found the hulk at the local wrecking yard sans all the unseen goodies. Heck, ya never know who wants what in this world...your truck may be just the ticket for the next lucky buyer! Ever-the-optomist-me. __________________ . Forum Guidelines and Rules Buying and Selling Code of Conduct Become a Board Supporter! Truck FAQ Ellen... the boards artsy-fartsy, eclectic, truck-lovin' gal-member...

11-12-2006, 08:32 PM	#6
jaros44sr Senior Member Join Date: May 2006 Location: Philadelphia, Pa. 19454 Posts: 9,766	Re: Should I sell truck with or without motor? Post upsome pics, I might need parts. This the best place to sell it. What area do you live in? J __________________ Semper Fi...Uncle Sam, you da man All parts offered to help are free, unless otherwise noted Dont try this stuff in my build thread, unless you have 55 years of mechanical OTJ training SAFETY FIRST AS usual, off topic They say your mind goes second, can't remember the first Jim

11-12-2006, 09:14 PM	#7
wingman Registered User Join Date: Apr 2005 Posts: 41	Re: Should I sell truck with or without motor? Im currently in Ohio, but the truck is in storage in Flint Michigan, and I wont be back to Flint until January. The truck looks descent from 20 ft but the paint is beat, but the outside panels should all be usable, the interior is completely stripped except for the dash and door panels, and i have no original interior parts. I have no interior pictures but pretty much the whole floor needs redone. Here are some pics, hopefully it works ive never tried it before.



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