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DJZ · 03-12-2008, 01:23 AM

Hey guys... I found this add http://seattle.craigslist.org/sno/car/601038432.html and wasn't sure if this was an accurate price or not. I have had the hardest time finding a short bed k10 and now that I found one, I want to jump on it. I am driving up there hopefully tomorrow (tuesday) to check it out. I would just like to have some information in the bag so that I don't make a BIG mistake. Thanks everyone for your help!

TierAngst · 03-12-2008, 01:33 AM

Seems like you could get a rust free one for that much, but I don't know how the market is in your specific area. Personally I'd find a southern truck and have it shipped if I was going to spend that kind of $$

67CHIP72 · 03-12-2008, 01:51 AM

You definately need to go take a look at it. Take a camera and shoot some pics for us if you buy it or not.

Longhorn321 · 03-12-2008, 02:04 AM

Sounds a little high to me unless the rust is VERY minor and the rest of the truck is VERY clean. Even if the rust is very minor, you are still going to want to address it on a $9k truck so....

teeitup · 03-12-2008, 02:07 AM

Actually I've been looking for a swb 4x4 for quite sometime, I did find one finally. I think you need to go look at it in person. He's pretty close to the right price on it IMO. I seen some when I was looking for alot more $$$ or right around that same price. ORIGINAL SWB 4x4's are getting hard to find, they are alot of LWB's 4x4's cut down out there so make sure to look at the frame real good.

1971 K10 shortbox · 03-12-2008, 02:18 AM

Just my opinion, but it seems too high, I bought an original 71 swb 4x4 last summer for $4500 and it came with two 1971 lwb trucks. Granted the short wheel base was disasembled because the guy started a frame off, but its completely rust free.

cdowns · 03-12-2008, 02:34 AM

with rust issues i think its about twice the price of what it should be

**special-K** · 03-12-2008, 04:22 AM

Rust in cab corners and door bottoms but not in rockers?

stllookn · 03-12-2008, 04:32 AM

Sounds a little high for this area...BTW...Welcome from Kent, WA! It looks very nice in the photo. I would be a bit wary at this point however. Look at the cab supports, rockers, cowl area of the cab and get some history on the vehicle as well.

DJZ · 03-12-2008, 10:12 AM

Wow... you guys are great! No kidding, Kent huh? Can I make it worth your while to check out the truck before I buy it? I've got cash! (I'm 10% kidding, but if your interested email me) I'm basically a newb with all this restoration stuff but I'm planning to learn as much as possible and restore the truck over time.

What I want in my truck: I want my future wife to hate it, I want my future dog to love it, I want it to have some muscle for lugging some stuff around, I want to be able to take it camping and do a small bit of off-roading. Is this too much to ask??

Thanks guys for the quick replies. I am SO glad I found this site. I am bringing my dad to go check the truck out tomorrow (Tuesday like I said) around 6pm and will take some pictures. As some added info here is the information I have from the owner already:

Quote:

I bought the truck to restore and have always liked the shortbox 4X4. It is parked most of the time with a trip maybe once a month to town and back (15mi.round trip). I am selling because I need to invest my energy and money in another vehicle I have to restore. The body is very straight,paint is average but I would recommend finishing rust repair and repaint the whole truck. New bumpers front and rear. Glass is good. Transfer case has a slight "rubbing" noise. Tires are like new.
After market intake,carb & air cleaner, but have o.e.
stuff. It is original color combo. The interior is in decent shape, everything works. Needs new window tracks(hard to roll up & down),needs new inner fender wells. It is a nice driver with loads of potential if someone wants to restore or leave as is and enjoy.

Thanks again...

slammed1 · 03-12-2008, 12:20 PM

The pic makes it look nice,but with the rust mentioned and the OH SO COMMON rust not mentioned you better look it over closely. If I were in the market for a SWB 4x4 I would take a look and see if its not too big of a project..........just remember these parts are readily available for rusted areas......so dont let just that steer you away if its a nice truck otherwise.

DJZ · 03-13-2008, 11:28 AM

Well guys... Checked it out tonight and it is a mixed bag. The whole drive line is great. Only 76k original miles and I really believe it. Original engine, new intake/exhaust systems. The truck runs and sounds extremely strong.

The bad part is the body. There is definitely some rust. I wasn't able to snap any pictures but there are small holes of rust in a few places including the bed corners and cab corners. Only a couple spots of paint bubbling. But the worst part is under the carpet in the front of the cab. There is about 2-4 inches gone from the front under the carpet. It needs new front wheel wells to drive safely, but other than that, it looks great.

Is this rust going to be a huge problem? Will my feet be hanging through the cab in a year or do I have a couple years to get it all fixed? I know I haven't provided pictures and I may be kind of vague but what is the best/worse case?

He isn't very flexible on the price because he doesn't need to sell it. He just wants to start working on his 64 corvette. I don't blame him, but how far should I go below the $9k asking price? I was thinking starting at $7500, would that be insulting?

Ugh... thanks for all your help!

TierAngst · 03-13-2008, 04:17 PM

With that much rust $7500 is still more than its worth. I'd seriously try to find one elsewhere and have it shipped in, there are a lot of guys on here that could probably help you check one out if you found one in their area. Patience is really key to finding a good buy, if you rush into it you'll miss other nicer trucks and end up paying a lot more to have yours fixed up. Its almost always cheaper to buy a restored vehicle than it is to do it yourself.

Premium72 · 03-13-2008, 06:41 PM

passs on it dude. sounds like the rust repair is over your heAD AT THE MOMENT AND OUD BE BETTER OFF SAVING UP SOME MORE CASH AND FINDING SUMTHN YOU CAN WORK WITH. oh an sorry for the caps i hit the caps lock button on accident.

72Levi · 03-13-2008, 06:55 PM

Offer him $7k in a nice professional way. If he is an adult the most he can say is "no" and walk away. IMHO $7k would be a fair deal if it truly has 76k miles.

TierAngst · 03-13-2008, 08:56 PM

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Originally Posted by 72Levi

Offer him $7k in a nice professional way. If he is an adult the most he can say is "no" and walk away. IMHO $7k would be a fair deal if it truly has 76k miles.

If he would take that it'd probably cost you the extra $2k you would've spent to repair the rust, then you'd actually have something worth exactly that. Really wouldn't spend any more than that on it though but at the end of the day, its your money and your decision.

jpabberton · 03-14-2008, 08:55 AM

I bought the same truck here in Phoenix for $4k. The guy was asking $6,500.00. IMO, I think its too much.

**LockDoc** · 03-14-2008, 05:21 PM

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There is one here in my hometown for $12k. I haven't seen it but it is supposed to be really nice.... I will have to check it out and take some pics this weekend.

LockDoc

LooseScrews · 03-14-2008, 06:01 PM

Hubby headed to the Gulf yesterday afternoon and said he saw a '71 (?) 4x4 stepper on the side of the road for sale. Stopped and looked at it, said had rust in usual areas, but everything else looked good. Called the owner & he's asking $6000. I'm heading to the Gulf tomorrow afternoon. If I see it, I'll snap pics and let you compare. I won't be able to post them 'til Monday, though. We have no internet access at the beach....all that gets left behind!!

clean71 · 03-14-2008, 09:40 PM

Definately too much money. A couple board members have sold theirs, in much better condition, for that price. If you're looking to spend about 9K, there are plenty out here in AZ in much better condition for 6-8K and plenty of board members that could take a look at them for you. 6-8K + 1k shipping and you'll have a much better start. Heck, fly in to Phoenix look for a couple days, find one and drive it home or ship it. It'll still cost you less in the long run.

teeitup · 03-14-2008, 10:02 PM

As has been said above, since you found that much rust I'd pass on it if I were you. There out there but there not as plentiful as some seem to think. Trust me I know, I looked for 6 months for one like your wanting all over the US.

TierAngst · 03-14-2008, 10:19 PM

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Originally Posted by teeitup

As has been said above, since you found that much rust I'd pass on it if I were you. There out there but there not as plentiful as some seem to think. Trust me I know, I looked for 6 months for one like your wanting all over the US.

To me it would be worth it to wait six months and find a really nice one than to go through all the hassles that rust brings along. Be patient and you'll find what you're looking for.

nyncompute · 03-14-2008, 10:34 PM

I paid $9,000 for mine and paid too much. I love the truck and had to have it. Keep in mind that it had zero rust having come from Tuscon and was nicely equiped with A/C etc. Having said that I still dumped more money in it and it's still not done. Buy wisely in the beginning .

Observe the money sink hole

70rs/ss · 03-14-2008, 11:54 PM

I had a decent one for sale forever and couldn't get $4k for it, so I'd say if you like it and want it buy it. We can offer opinions but none of us is you. The rust that is there (guessing from description) isn't a lot but will need to be fixed. If you can weld it's not that big of a deal, if you can't then pass. If you get his number look for awhile and if you don't find something call him back and see if he'll give a better deal. $7500 is reasonable for it, but it's his and he doesn't have to sell it, so be respectful with your offer.

Mint68 · 03-15-2008, 01:47 AM

It's a nice looking truck, but if it is that rusty you should pass. Seems like a bit of money for something that need a bit of rust repair. Keep in mind, there is probably more rust than you can see.

03-12-2008, 01:23 AM	#1
DJZ Registered User Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Covington, WA Posts: 17	Too $$$$ or good deal? Hey guys... I found this add http://seattle.craigslist.org/sno/car/601038432.html and wasn't sure if this was an accurate price or not. I have had the hardest time finding a short bed k10 and now that I found one, I want to jump on it. I am driving up there hopefully tomorrow (tuesday) to check it out. I would just like to have some information in the bag so that I don't make a BIG mistake. Thanks everyone for your help!

03-12-2008, 01:33 AM	#2
TierAngst Registered User Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: San Antonio Posts: 51	Re: Too $$$$ or good deal? Seems like you could get a rust free one for that much, but I don't know how the market is in your specific area. Personally I'd find a southern truck and have it shipped if I was going to spend that kind of $$

03-12-2008, 01:51 AM	#3
67CHIP72 STOLEN Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Orange County Posts: 1,022	Re: Too $$$$ or good deal? You definately need to go take a look at it. Take a camera and shoot some pics for us if you buy it or not. __________________ In Search Of

03-12-2008, 02:04 AM	#4
Longhorn321 Size Matters Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Lyman, SC Posts: 9,189	Re: Too $$$$ or good deal? Sounds a little high to me unless the rust is VERY minor and the rest of the truck is VERY clean. Even if the rust is very minor, you are still going to want to address it on a $9k truck so.... __________________ "Reading the owners manual is only for quitters." Jason Harper, Bloomberg News. ...WOOOO HOOOO!!!!

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teeitup Just like to part out trucks!! Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: Meriden, Ks-North of Topeka 10 miles Posts: 27,396	Re: Too $$$$ or good deal? Actually I've been looking for a swb 4x4 for quite sometime, I did find one finally. I think you need to go look at it in person. He's pretty close to the right price on it IMO. I seen some when I was looking for alot more $$$ or right around that same price. ORIGINAL SWB 4x4's are getting hard to find, they are alot of LWB's 4x4's cut down out there so make sure to look at the frame real good. __________________ 67 Chev swb stepside 4x4 283 4 speed SOLD 72 blazer 4x4 4 speed Cheyenne 72 GMC swb 4x4 fleet 4 speed, original paint 1958 Cameo (one of 1405 built, it was my dads) 2020 chevy Apex 4x4 crew cab 1969 Z28 with the 302 1980 chevy swb 4x4 1964 chevell Malibu SS 1976 K20, sold new originally out of my dads chevy dealership Members that I've met, over 200 probably closer to 300 in the 12 years I've been on this site, everyone I met "It was a pleasure"

03-12-2008, 02:18 AM	#6
1971 K10 shortbox Registered User Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Lake Orion MI Posts: 111	Re: Too $$$$ or good deal? Just my opinion, but it seems too high, I bought an original 71 swb 4x4 last summer for $4500 and it came with two 1971 lwb trucks. Granted the short wheel base was disasembled because the guy started a frame off, but its completely rust free. __________________ 1971 Chevy SWB 4x4 1971 Chevy LWB 2003 Duramax

03-12-2008, 02:34 AM	#7
cdowns Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: daytonabeach Posts: 22,956	Re: Too $$$$ or good deal? with rust issues i think its about twice the price of what it should be __________________ 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

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03-12-2008, 04:32 AM	#9
stllookn Saving 1 truck at a time! Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: Kent, WA Posts: 6,465	Re: Too $$$$ or good deal? Sounds a little high for this area...BTW...Welcome from Kent, WA! It looks very nice in the photo. I would be a bit wary at this point however. Look at the cab supports, rockers, cowl area of the cab and get some history on the vehicle as well. __________________ '68 C20 Longhorn 50th Anniversary 400/TH400 '68 C20 Longhorn 50th Anniversary 468/TH400w/buckets '72 C20 Halfhorn (Longhorn w/o cab and front clip) '69 Flxible Cruiser (look up ugly in the dictionary)

03-12-2008, 12:20 PM	#11
slammed1 1972 Chevrolet SWB Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: FT Smith AR Posts: 512	Re: Too $$$$ or good deal? The pic makes it look nice,but with the rust mentioned and the OH SO COMMON rust not mentioned you better look it over closely. If I were in the market for a SWB 4x4 I would take a look and see if its not too big of a project..........just remember these parts are readily available for rusted areas......so dont let just that steer you away if its a nice truck otherwise. __________________ My New thread with pics (not my build thread yet.) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...46#post2573646 1972 Chevrolet 1/2 ton short wide bed,68 frt clip Project. 1980 Camaro Inherited when father passed,68K Miles 2003 Ford Mach1 FUN as Hell!! 2002 Dodge Ram 5-8 slam Rolling BillBoard (Gone not forgot) 2004 Dodge Ram HEMI 10" lifted on 37's and 2wd.

03-13-2008, 11:28 AM	#12
DJZ Registered User Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Covington, WA Posts: 17	Re: Too $$$$ or good deal? Well guys... Checked it out tonight and it is a mixed bag. The whole drive line is great. Only 76k original miles and I really believe it. Original engine, new intake/exhaust systems. The truck runs and sounds extremely strong. The bad part is the body. There is definitely some rust. I wasn't able to snap any pictures but there are small holes of rust in a few places including the bed corners and cab corners. Only a couple spots of paint bubbling. But the worst part is under the carpet in the front of the cab. There is about 2-4 inches gone from the front under the carpet. It needs new front wheel wells to drive safely, but other than that, it looks great. Is this rust going to be a huge problem? Will my feet be hanging through the cab in a year or do I have a couple years to get it all fixed? I know I haven't provided pictures and I may be kind of vague but what is the best/worse case? He isn't very flexible on the price because he doesn't need to sell it. He just wants to start working on his 64 corvette. I don't blame him, but how far should I go below the $9k asking price? I was thinking starting at $7500, would that be insulting? Ugh... thanks for all your help!

03-13-2008, 04:17 PM	#13
TierAngst Registered User Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: San Antonio Posts: 51	Re: Too $$$$ or good deal? With that much rust $7500 is still more than its worth. I'd seriously try to find one elsewhere and have it shipped in, there are a lot of guys on here that could probably help you check one out if you found one in their area. Patience is really key to finding a good buy, if you rush into it you'll miss other nicer trucks and end up paying a lot more to have yours fixed up. Its almost always cheaper to buy a restored vehicle than it is to do it yourself.

03-13-2008, 06:41 PM	#14
Premium72 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Villa Rica Ga Posts: 889	Re: Too $$$$ or good deal? passs on it dude. sounds like the rust repair is over your heAD AT THE MOMENT AND OUD BE BETTER OFF SAVING UP SOME MORE CASH AND FINDING SUMTHN YOU CAN WORK WITH. oh an sorry for the caps i hit the caps lock button on accident. __________________ WombatFire, Art-Design-MADNESS Follow My Build and Adventures on Instagram

03-13-2008, 06:55 PM	#15
72Levi Active Member Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: sa tx Posts: 851	Re: Too $$$$ or good deal? Offer him $7k in a nice professional way. If he is an adult the most he can say is "no" and walk away. IMHO $7k would be a fair deal if it truly has 76k miles. __________________ 1972 K5 Blazer ALL ORIGINAL paint & engine, A/C, Tilt, 4sp, AM/FM, Tow Hooks, Aux Battery Tray, Tach, Vacuum 2004 FORD FX4 SuperCrew 2005 CTS-V 12 sec family car 2008 Buick Enclave AWD, Nav, & DVD, Wife LOVES it!

03-14-2008, 08:55 AM	#17
jpabberton madcow Join Date: May 2004 Location: Glendale, Arizona Posts: 86	Re: Too $$$$ or good deal? I bought the same truck here in Phoenix for $4k. The guy was asking $6,500.00. IMO, I think its too much. __________________ _____________________________________________ 1970 SWB 4x4 350 4 speed Factory AC



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03-14-2008, 05:21 PM	#18
LockDoc The Older Generation Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Montezuma, Iowa Posts: 25,434	Re: Too $$$$ or good deal? - There is one here in my hometown for $12k. I haven't seen it but it is supposed to be really nice.... I will have to check it out and take some pics this weekend. LockDoc __________________ Leon Locksmith, Specializing In Antique Trucks, Automobiles, & Motorcycles (My Dually Pickup Project Thread) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=829820 -

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LooseScrews Transplanted Dixie chick!! Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Central Alabama Posts: 330	Re: Too $$$$ or good deal? Hubby headed to the Gulf yesterday afternoon and said he saw a '71 (?) 4x4 stepper on the side of the road for sale. Stopped and looked at it, said had rust in usual areas, but everything else looked good. Called the owner & he's asking $6000. I'm heading to the Gulf tomorrow afternoon. If I see it, I'll snap pics and let you compare. I won't be able to post them 'til Monday, though. We have no internet access at the beach....all that gets left behind!! __________________ To be old and wise, you must first be young and stupid!!

03-14-2008, 09:40 PM	#20
clean71 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: San Diego, CA Posts: 335	Re: Too $$$$ or good deal? Definately too much money. A couple board members have sold theirs, in much better condition, for that price. If you're looking to spend about 9K, there are plenty out here in AZ in much better condition for 6-8K and plenty of board members that could take a look at them for you. 6-8K + 1k shipping and you'll have a much better start. Heck, fly in to Phoenix look for a couple days, find one and drive it home or ship it. It'll still cost you less in the long run. __________________ CPO U.S. Navy(Ret) 1972 GMC Jimmy 4x4 Custom 1972 GMC Jimmy 2x4 Custom

03-14-2008, 10:02 PM	#21
teeitup Just like to part out trucks!! Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: Meriden, Ks-North of Topeka 10 miles Posts: 27,396	Re: Too $$$$ or good deal? As has been said above, since you found that much rust I'd pass on it if I were you. There out there but there not as plentiful as some seem to think. Trust me I know, I looked for 6 months for one like your wanting all over the US. __________________ 67 Chev swb stepside 4x4 283 4 speed SOLD 72 blazer 4x4 4 speed Cheyenne 72 GMC swb 4x4 fleet 4 speed, original paint 1958 Cameo (one of 1405 built, it was my dads) 2020 chevy Apex 4x4 crew cab 1969 Z28 with the 302 1980 chevy swb 4x4 1964 chevell Malibu SS 1976 K20, sold new originally out of my dads chevy dealership Members that I've met, over 200 probably closer to 300 in the 12 years I've been on this site, everyone I met "It was a pleasure"

03-14-2008, 10:34 PM	#23
nyncompute Registered User Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Southern Nevada Posts: 532	Re: Too $$$$ or good deal? I paid $9,000 for mine and paid too much. I love the truck and had to have it. Keep in mind that it had zero rust having come from Tuscon and was nicely equiped with A/C etc. Having said that I still dumped more money in it and it's still not done. Buy wisely in the beginning . Observe the money sink hole __________________ 1972 K-10 SWB Cheyenne

03-14-2008, 11:54 PM	#24
70rs/ss Registered User Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Northern AZ Posts: 7,271	Re: Too $$$$ or good deal? I had a decent one for sale forever and couldn't get $4k for it, so I'd say if you like it and want it buy it. We can offer opinions but none of us is you. The rust that is there (guessing from description) isn't a lot but will need to be fixed. If you can weld it's not that big of a deal, if you can't then pass. If you get his number look for awhile and if you don't find something call him back and see if he'll give a better deal. $7500 is reasonable for it, but it's his and he doesn't have to sell it, so be respectful with your offer. Last edited by 70rs/ss; 03-14-2008 at 11:55 PM.

03-15-2008, 01:47 AM	#25
Mint68 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Nebraska Posts: 762	Re: Too $$$$ or good deal? It's a nice looking truck, but if it is that rusty you should pass. Seems like a bit of money for something that need a bit of rust repair. Keep in mind, there is probably more rust than you can see.

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