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Purs · 12-25-2002, 11:20 PM

I just got finished uploading some pics of a truck for a friend of mine. check it out if you want to see some incredible work.

http://cs-m.com/trucks_for_sale.htm

There are detailed photos of the whole restoration at that site.

It is for sale but it ain't cheap. Here's the link if you're not faint of heart.

https://secure2.collectorcartraderon....html?39251632

The sound of that 402 Big Block was pretty sweet.

Purs · 12-26-2002, 10:22 AM

114 people have viewed this and not one comment. ? I thought we all liked these trucks? I didn't set the price, just thought you guys would like to see one of our trucks restored with no expense spared. The pic of the wood be alone is amazing. Oh well.

XXL · 12-26-2002, 10:33 AM

It looks fine, but the price is (IMO) absurd. I once knew a guy who wanted to sell his 5 year old Acura Integra. He had washed it every weekend and waxed it once per month. The car was spotless inside and out. His asking price? About 40% more than KBB retail. His rationale? He believed that the car had additional value because of all the regular oil changes, the waxing, and so on. Basically, best I could figure is that he saved all his maintenance receipts and added that to the realistic price of his car to derive his asking price. He never found a buyer... well, that's not exactly correct. A guy t-boned him in an intersection so an insurance company bought it from him... for around KBB price. He was fit to be tied.

</ramble>

The truck here looks good. But just because it cost $35k+ to restore doesn't make it worth $35k. It just doesn't work that way. Havign said that, I wouldn't be at all surprised if somebody ponies up that much for it anyway.

Kenneth

*Randy70C-10* · 12-26-2002, 10:45 AM

Very beautiful truck. I agree though, if he wanted $35,000 he should have built a 34 Ford coupe.

**Yukon Jack** · 12-26-2002, 10:45 AM

Very nice!

ckhd · 12-26-2002, 10:47 AM

Who do I call to buy it? I need a pickup to haul some gravel with.

Terry S · 12-26-2002, 10:48 AM

Holy cow!

I don't know what kind of shape it was in to start, but pricing aside, I just wish that I could get that much accomplished in a year.

It looks like a sweet truck, but they'll be lucky to sell it at that price.

landon4421 · 12-26-2002, 12:24 PM

crazy price !!! I would never sell my truck if it looked that good. Hell i would not sell my truck anyway. Looks nice though.

neonlarry · 12-26-2002, 04:43 PM

Just from looking at it, I don't agree with you guys about the price. To me, that truck would be better than a new truck, and have you looked at the price of a new chevy lately? The only complaint I would have about that truck is if i bought it I would be afraid to use it because it is so nice. I would also say it probably has more like 50k than 35k invested in it.

dwaite72lnghrn · 12-26-2002, 07:30 PM

Nice truck, as people keep asking more and more for the trucks no matter what they are worth, Then the overall price of every truck goes up. Ebay has things for sale that are absolute junk but as they ask outragous the prices of everthing goes up. The truck is nice and if he gets the price for it or not it is the value he put on it. The only thing that will stick in peoples mind is that he asked that for it and the next time one goes up for $28000 they will think it is a bargin. Hunker down for the price of yours will go up and parts will follow.JMHO

Purs · 12-26-2002, 08:59 PM

I agree. The truck is not for me. I made that mistake with my Jimmy, sunk alot of $$ into it making it all original and new, then I didn't want to USE it. Don't get me wrong, I LOVE original, completely restored trucks, it's just not right for me right now. I've got 2 small kids and a wife that require my time and most of my money. I want to drive my truck. That being said, there are people that want a truck like this and are willing to pay. It is better (nicer) than when it rolled off the line. This truck was COMPLETELY disassembled, blasted, painted and reassembled with the best parts available. Even the frame was wet sanded I'm told. I didn't post here trying to SELL the truck, just thought you guys would like to see all the detail and quality of the work. I love to see these kind of trucks even though I could never own one. Sorry for the long post.

**jerry moss** · 12-26-2002, 09:53 PM

sweet truck, i like it. the price isn't at all out of line for a super nice resto. a good friend of mine sold his 72 super short, fleet 4x4 that was a flawless, ground up resto with a few cosmetic mods, for $31,600.00 on ebay a few weeks ago. around here a high end paint job is upwards of 12K depending on body work- thats a take it apart completely and put it back together job, then you still have to do the frame, drivetrain, upholstery, etc.
i'd much rather spend my money on a clean classic than a new P.O.S. wanna be truck, come on guys--rack & pinion steering on a silverado H.D. whats up with that,lol.

all of the above is only my opinion so please don't nail me to a cross for it.

BAD S67 · 12-26-2002, 10:56 PM

UGLY PAINT SCHEME

chevjayfsd · 12-27-2002, 02:06 AM

Guys,

The pics don't do that truck justice. I live in Abilene and have bought a few things from Gary, Great guy by the way...I went there when they were almost finished with it and he let me look at it and boy oh boy that thing is the best 67-72 chevy i have ever seen (except for mine)HEHE. But that price is a little off the wall.

Hey purs, Did you go to KEAN Cruise Night???
That truck was there along with mine but we didn't win. (don't know why).

Jason

Iron-Butt · 12-27-2002, 02:40 AM

The truck looks good, but I think it would look better with differnt wheels.

72addict · 12-27-2002, 04:37 AM

I got to agree with Jerry Moss. Real paint jobs are a pain in the ass to do , take for ever to get right, and cost like nothing else on these trucks. There are a lot of pieces to get right when doing a resto correctly and none of them are free. Just my .02

Purs · 12-27-2002, 09:00 AM

chevjayfsd,

didn't make cruise night this year, had mine torn apart. But I'll be there next year.

ChevLoRay · 12-27-2002, 11:23 AM

It's a nice-lookin' truck, for sure. The color isn't me, tho. I suppose if it was red, or black, it would have more appeal to me. I feel that is was built to sell, not to drive, or at the least, not to drive by the builders. I can appreciate the amount of work that went into it....knowing that I have that same task in front of me.

My truck was black when it was new...with black cloth interior. It's a '69. I have agonized about what color to paint it....it's got this weird shade of grey primer that my native Buckeye neighbor insists is green. It ain't green. Actually, it approaches the grey-green color of money. Oh, it should. I've been pouring money into it since I bought it three years ago.

The pricing on this truck is at $35K? I told my bride that I'd have as much in my truck as it would cost for a new one. As long as they keep going up (new ones), I'm good for the long haul.

Besides, if you won't drive it, WHY BUILD IT?????

weasel29gm · 12-27-2002, 01:40 PM

Super nice, a true resto!!!!! True story, I overheard this at the Charlotte this spring. Two guys were at a truck thar was priced for 29,000.00, one said he was gonna get as soon as the wife cashed in some C D'S. So if you got the money I guess its no problem.

our64 · 12-27-2002, 01:58 PM

Awsome truck! And yes we do appreciate your effort posting the pics...Thanks

Project1970 · 12-27-2002, 02:00 PM

$35k seems steep, but I wouldn't put it past people to buy it...as other desirable cars from the late '60s and early '70s get harder to find (F-Bodies, A-Bodies, Chevy IIs, Mustangs, Torinos, Mopars...) people are going to look elsewhere for a "classic". Add to that the fact that trucks are more popular than ever - I believe new trucks are actually outselling new cars these days by a small margin - and a '67-'72 looks pretty desirable to someone who wants to buy a pre-made classic. Nearly as good as a modern truck in nearly every way, with the added bonus of those good looks.

The only downside to it all that I see is that parts will eventually start going up. I think parts right now are more than fairly priced...but if a '67 C10 short/step 2WD, or a loaded '72 Cheyenne Super short/fleet big block become a regular $35k sale, people are going to want to get in on the game to make a bit of cash and they're going to be willing to pay more for parts.

*endramble*

OLDCHEV4X4 · 12-27-2002, 06:44 PM

If i had hit that powerball lottery.............

72C10chevy4x4 · 12-27-2002, 07:58 PM

Jerry Moss, did your friends ebay sale go through (did the buyer make payment or back out)?

Zeus · 12-31-2002, 11:12 AM

Does it have cruise? Does it have a speed warning? Does it have shoulder seat belts? I imagine it has buckets. Does it have a glove box light?

Purs · 01-01-2003, 03:57 PM

don't know the answer to those questions Zeus. You can call Gary at 915-691-1944 if you want to know any more details. I just scanned the pictures and posted them for him.

12-25-2002, 11:20 PM	#1
Purs Got Big Block? Join Date: Apr 2000 Location: West Texas Posts: 1,510	Check out this truck! I just got finished uploading some pics of a truck for a friend of mine. check it out if you want to see some incredible work. http://cs-m.com/trucks_for_sale.htm There are detailed photos of the whole restoration at that site. It is for sale but it ain't cheap. Here's the link if you're not faint of heart. https://secure2.collectorcartraderon....html?39251632 The sound of that 402 Big Block was pretty sweet. Attached Images __________________ "Experience is what you get when you didn't get what you wanted."

12-26-2002, 10:22 AM	#2
Purs Got Big Block? Join Date: Apr 2000 Location: West Texas Posts: 1,510	Wow! 114 people have viewed this and not one comment. ? I thought we all liked these trucks? I didn't set the price, just thought you guys would like to see one of our trucks restored with no expense spared. The pic of the wood be alone is amazing. Oh well. Attached Images __________________ "Experience is what you get when you didn't get what you wanted."

12-26-2002, 10:33 AM	#3
XXL Señor Member Join Date: May 2002 Location: Edge of the world Posts: 5,367	It looks fine, but the price is (IMO) absurd. I once knew a guy who wanted to sell his 5 year old Acura Integra. He had washed it every weekend and waxed it once per month. The car was spotless inside and out. His asking price? About 40% more than KBB retail. His rationale? He believed that the car had additional value because of all the regular oil changes, the waxing, and so on. Basically, best I could figure is that he saved all his maintenance receipts and added that to the realistic price of his car to derive his asking price. He never found a buyer... well, that's not exactly correct. A guy t-boned him in an intersection so an insurance company bought it from him... for around KBB price. He was fit to be tied. </ramble> The truck here looks good. But just because it cost $35k+ to restore doesn't make it worth $35k. It just doesn't work that way. Havign said that, I wouldn't be at all surprised if somebody ponies up that much for it anyway. Kenneth __________________ Craigslist \| ebay \| Engrishtees \| www.myattitudesucks.com \| Follow me on Twitter

12-26-2002, 10:45 AM	#5
Yukon Jack Post Whore Join Date: Feb 2000 Location: Rose Hill, KS, USA Posts: 12,684	Very nice! __________________ 1970 Blazer with a 400 sbc and 4" lift 1980 Pontiac Trans Am, 455 Oldsmobile 2012 Kawasaki Concours 14

12-26-2002, 10:47 AM	#6
ckhd Registered User Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: St. Johns, Arizona Posts: 2,660	Who do I call to buy it? I need a pickup to haul some gravel with. __________________ my 2¢ - t.i.o.l.i. Bowen 1968 K20 fleet 1969 K10 swb fleet 1972 K10 Suburban 1972 C10 lwb step 1992 K1500 'burb 1995 K2500 'burb 1997 C1500 'burb 1999 K1500 2000 K1500 'burb Why do I own so many Suburbans?

12-26-2002, 10:45 AM	#4
Randy70C-10 Account Suspended Join Date: Mar 2001 Location: Virginia Beach, Va. U.S.A. Posts: 15,320	Very beautiful truck. I agree though, if he wanted $35,000 he should have built a 34 Ford coupe.

12-26-2002, 10:48 AM	#7
Terry S Registered User Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Haysville, KS Posts: 118	Holy cow! I don't know what kind of shape it was in to start, but pricing aside, I just wish that I could get that much accomplished in a year. It looks like a sweet truck, but they'll be lucky to sell it at that price. __________________ I can do all things thru Christ, but he evidently doesn't want me to beat that Camaro light to light....

12-26-2002, 12:24 PM	#8
landon4421 Life is Good ! Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Hollister, Ca. Posts: 1,992	crazy price !!! I would never sell my truck if it looked that good. Hell i would not sell my truck anyway. Looks nice though. __________________ '72 Chevy C10 4x4 shortbed "Project" '71 Chevy C10 2wd longbed "partsrunner" '91 Chevy Burb 4x4 "kidrunner" '14 Honda Accord Sport "commuter"

12-26-2002, 04:43 PM	#9
neonlarry Registered User Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: Vacaville, CA Posts: 2,746	Just from looking at it, I don't agree with you guys about the price. To me, that truck would be better than a new truck, and have you looked at the price of a new chevy lately? The only complaint I would have about that truck is if i bought it I would be afraid to use it because it is so nice. I would also say it probably has more like 50k than 35k invested in it. __________________ 70 C/10 Light Red 350/TH350, HEI, Duals w/40 series Flows, 91 seat, LED taillights 99 Pontiac S/C GTP, SLP Ram Air hood, GMPP Konis & springs 95 Neon ACR, MP PCM, AFX UDP, 3.0 CAI

12-26-2002, 07:30 PM	#10
dwaite72lnghrn Registered User Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: central pa Posts: 1,525	Nice truck, as people keep asking more and more for the trucks no matter what they are worth, Then the overall price of every truck goes up. Ebay has things for sale that are absolute junk but as they ask outragous the prices of everthing goes up. The truck is nice and if he gets the price for it or not it is the value he put on it. The only thing that will stick in peoples mind is that he asked that for it and the next time one goes up for $28000 they will think it is a bargin. Hunker down for the price of yours will go up and parts will follow.JMHO __________________ 72 longhorn c30 502BB/th400/fact air/4.11rear/ custom camper 72 bug(the better half's) under reconstruction 2009 HHR aqua blue 71 GMC k20 350/sm465 2009 Chevy hd3500 6.6 Victory Red crew cab dually Dave & Jeanne

12-26-2002, 08:59 PM	#11
Purs Got Big Block? Join Date: Apr 2000 Location: West Texas Posts: 1,510	I agree. The truck is not for me. I made that mistake with my Jimmy, sunk alot of $$ into it making it all original and new, then I didn't want to USE it. Don't get me wrong, I LOVE original, completely restored trucks, it's just not right for me right now. I've got 2 small kids and a wife that require my time and most of my money. I want to drive my truck. That being said, there are people that want a truck like this and are willing to pay. It is better (nicer) than when it rolled off the line. This truck was COMPLETELY disassembled, blasted, painted and reassembled with the best parts available. Even the frame was wet sanded I'm told. I didn't post here trying to SELL the truck, just thought you guys would like to see all the detail and quality of the work. I love to see these kind of trucks even though I could never own one. Sorry for the long post. __________________ "Experience is what you get when you didn't get what you wanted."

12-26-2002, 09:53 PM	#12
jerry moss Born Psycho Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: brentwood,cal,usa Posts: 4,910	sweet truck, i like it. the price isn't at all out of line for a super nice resto. a good friend of mine sold his 72 super short, fleet 4x4 that was a flawless, ground up resto with a few cosmetic mods, for $31,600.00 on ebay a few weeks ago. around here a high end paint job is upwards of 12K depending on body work- thats a take it apart completely and put it back together job, then you still have to do the frame, drivetrain, upholstery, etc. i'd much rather spend my money on a clean classic than a new P.O.S. wanna be truck, come on guys--rack & pinion steering on a silverado H.D. whats up with that,lol. all of the above is only my opinion so please don't nail me to a cross for it. __________________ jerry moss 72 cheyenne super K20- tilt,tach,vacuum,speedwarning,buckets,shoulder belts,am/fm,tow hooks,bumper guards,toolbox,aux. fuel tank,posi front and rear,plus other goodies!!! SOLD 69 suburban K20-tilt,tach,vacuum,speedwarning,buckets,shoulder belts,am/fm,4 inch all spring lift,4 speed, 14 bolt full floater, dana 44 HD,warn winch,posi front and rear,tow hooks,plus other goodies. 73/80 chevy/gmc K20 SB400,turbo 400,205,tilt,a-c,gas hog. 77 K/5 cheyenne blazer-daily driver/beater. SON HAS IT NOW BRENTWOOD,CALIFORNIA

12-26-2002, 10:56 PM	#13
BAD S67 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Salem Oregon Posts: 7	UGLY PAINT SCHEME

12-27-2002, 02:06 AM	#14
chevjayfsd Project 7dos Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: Abilene, Texas Posts: 876	Guys, The pics don't do that truck justice. I live in Abilene and have bought a few things from Gary, Great guy by the way...I went there when they were almost finished with it and he let me look at it and boy oh boy that thing is the best 67-72 chevy i have ever seen (except for mine)HEHE. But that price is a little off the wall. Hey purs, Did you go to KEAN Cruise Night??? That truck was there along with mine but we didn't win. (don't know why). Jason __________________ 7DOS - 1972 C-10 350/350 Porterbuilt/Accuair 20x8.5/20x10 Ride Low or Die PSSST - Yes it's bagged. 7dos build thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=610290

12-27-2002, 02:40 AM	#15
Iron-Butt 454 club Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Oklahoma Posts: 1,348	nice The truck looks good, but I think it would look better with differnt wheels. __________________ David 1965 Chevrolet c-10 454 automatic Custom bbw swb. 1965 Chevrolet C-10 swb (Sold) 1963 Chevrolet C-10 6 Cyl automatic with dual exhaust, pb, ps and 17's. R.I.P "I will miss you. 1967 Chevrolet C-10 6 Cyl Custom lwb 1939 Chevrolet Coupe, 350 v8 automatic. 1935 Chevrolet 2 Dr Standard in the works. 2015 Harley Davidson Street Glide. 2023 Chevrolet Stingray Z51 Convertible. I never want to grow up.



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12-27-2002, 04:37 AM	#16
72addict Registered User Join Date: Mar 2000 Location: Mason MI, 48854 (strikezone of the mitten) Posts: 894	I got to agree with Jerry Moss. Real paint jobs are a pain in the ass to do , take for ever to get right, and cost like nothing else on these trucks. There are a lot of pieces to get right when doing a resto correctly and none of them are free. Just my .02 __________________ 1957 Cameo

12-27-2002, 09:00 AM	#17
Purs Got Big Block? Join Date: Apr 2000 Location: West Texas Posts: 1,510	chevjayfsd, didn't make cruise night this year, had mine torn apart. But I'll be there next year. __________________ "Experience is what you get when you didn't get what you wanted."

12-27-2002, 11:23 AM	#18
ChevLoRay Old Skool Club Join Date: Jun 2001 Location: Benton, AR "The Heart of Arkansas" Posts: 10,880	It's a nice-lookin' truck, for sure. The color isn't me, tho. I suppose if it was red, or black, it would have more appeal to me. I feel that is was built to sell, not to drive, or at the least, not to drive by the builders. I can appreciate the amount of work that went into it....knowing that I have that same task in front of me. My truck was black when it was new...with black cloth interior. It's a '69. I have agonized about what color to paint it....it's got this weird shade of grey primer that my native Buckeye neighbor insists is green. It ain't green. Actually, it approaches the grey-green color of money. Oh, it should. I've been pouring money into it since I bought it three years ago. The pricing on this truck is at $35K? I told my bride that I'd have as much in my truck as it would cost for a new one. As long as they keep going up (new ones), I'm good for the long haul. Besides, if you won't drive it, WHY BUILD IT????? __________________ Member Nr. 2770 '96 GMC Sportside; 4.3/SLT - Daily driven....constantly needs washed. '69 C-10 SWB; 350/TH400 - in limbo The older I get, the better I was.

12-27-2002, 01:40 PM	#19
weasel29gm SLOW BUT SURE,BUT CLOSER Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: eleanor wv usa Posts: 3,094	Super nice, a true resto!!!!! True story, I overheard this at the Charlotte this spring. Two guys were at a truck thar was priced for 29,000.00, one said he was gonna get as soon as the wife cashed in some C D'S. So if you got the money I guess its no problem. __________________ 69 C-10, OWNED 38YRS... 350 over 30, 350 Turbo, 3:73 Posi P/S, P/B Black with red and black int. ''LOVE THESE OLD ''TRUCKS.......

12-27-2002, 01:58 PM	#20
our64 http://public.fotki.com/street Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Winnipeg, Canada Posts: 169	Awsome truck! And yes we do appreciate your effort posting the pics...Thanks

12-27-2002, 02:00 PM	#21
Project1970 14.1 @ 96MPH Join Date: Jul 2001 Location: Mesa, AZ Posts: 2,811	$35k seems steep, but I wouldn't put it past people to buy it...as other desirable cars from the late '60s and early '70s get harder to find (F-Bodies, A-Bodies, Chevy IIs, Mustangs, Torinos, Mopars...) people are going to look elsewhere for a "classic". Add to that the fact that trucks are more popular than ever - I believe new trucks are actually outselling new cars these days by a small margin - and a '67-'72 looks pretty desirable to someone who wants to buy a pre-made classic. Nearly as good as a modern truck in nearly every way, with the added bonus of those good looks. The only downside to it all that I see is that parts will eventually start going up. I think parts right now are more than fairly priced...but if a '67 C10 short/step 2WD, or a loaded '72 Cheyenne Super short/fleet big block become a regular $35k sale, people are going to want to get in on the game to make a bit of cash and they're going to be willing to pay more for parts. endramble __________________ Project1970 - LS1 Swap Complete!

12-27-2002, 06:44 PM	#22
OLDCHEV4X4 Registered User Join Date: Apr 2000 Location: Chester County PA, USA Posts: 1,228	If i had hit that powerball lottery............. __________________ 72 k/10 short wideside 72 k/5 Blazer 72 K/5 Blazer - obstacle course racer 72 custom/10 8' bed 70 K/5 Blazer 67 C-30 GMC Flat bed 86 GMC K2500 Plow Truck 85 GMC K3500 84 M1008 85 M1008 77 G30 Motor Home 72 Sears 12hp Tractor Glenmoore, Pennsylvania

12-27-2002, 07:58 PM	#23
72C10chevy4x4 UK Wildcat Fan! Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Dover, DE Posts: 515	Jerry Moss, did your friends ebay sale go through (did the buyer make payment or back out)?

12-31-2002, 11:12 AM	#24
Zeus Zeus Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Dallas, TX Posts: 152	Does it have cruise? Does it have a speed warning? Does it have shoulder seat belts? I imagine it has buckets. Does it have a glove box light? __________________ jesusventura@hotmail.com

01-01-2003, 03:57 PM	#25
Purs Got Big Block? Join Date: Apr 2000 Location: West Texas Posts: 1,510	don't know the answer to those questions Zeus. You can call Gary at 915-691-1944 if you want to know any more details. I just scanned the pictures and posted them for him. __________________ "Experience is what you get when you didn't get what you wanted."

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