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I thought this was a pretty cool find (72 Cheyenne Super shortwide big block)....
Posting this because, well, because I may not be buying it so wanted to share.....
Found it in Hemmings, and placed a call. Nice gent named Ken selling it (just for a disclaimer, I don't know him at all and I do not get a cut on this - but it's just so cool I wanted to at least let you all know about it - maybe someone is looking for one just like it. Who WOULDN'T be looking for one like this....) Anyhoo, it's a 72 Cheyenne Super short-wide, big block. It has 52K miles and original paint. Seller is 3rd owner and it's been in Vegas its whole life. Currently not running - or at least hasn't run in a long time - he said it leaks a lot, etc etc. In other words, it's a project. He has paperwork all the way back to original owner and the original build sheet which matches the SPID - I've seen them. Seems very legit. Original paint - even has the remnants of some funky 70's pinstriping on it. Has a pretty good whack on the drivers side door - lower left corner, very difficult to see in pics, but it's there. And the front bed rail is bent a bit - but both are really no big deal (in my mind). But it's not every day you find a 52K mile original big block cheyenne super. In original solid ochre, no less. Anyway, he was asking $12K, I don't know if that's firm. Here's his phone # 702-873-9944. I can't get it because I'm probably moving in the not too distant future - same problem I've always got! But thought one of you might enjoy. It's also listed in February Hemmings for ref. Just wanted to share - here it is, good luck! Last edited by jocko; 05-10-2012 at 11:40 PM. |
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Re: I thought this was a pretty cool find (72 Cheyenne Super shortwide big block)....
a few more pics for you. Obviously the asking price is based on the rarity and originality here. Personally, I think it's a pretty cool truck - wish I could grab it.
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Re: I thought this was a pretty cool find (72 Cheyenne Super shortwide big block)....
hmmm. A little high for a non running truck. Nice potential though.
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Re: I thought this was a pretty cool find (72 Cheyenne Super shortwide big block)....
That is a pretty cool truck.
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Re: I thought this was a pretty cool find (72 Cheyenne Super shortwide big block)....
Nice truck, I love the solid ochre with all the trim
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Re: I thought this was a pretty cool find (72 Cheyenne Super shortwide big block)....
Oh, I totally agree - a very rare truck and a really cool one at that. I would love to have it. I guess what I meant was that at that price it's not a bargain, but it is neat to see one that original. If I ever buy another one, I will go for original over everything else. Thanks for posting the pictures.
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Re: I thought this was a pretty cool find (72 Cheyenne Super shortwide big block)....
I think it's a damn cool truck, and think the asking price isn't far off at ALL.
yeah, it needs some tlc, but were looking at a very nice survivor BB, I mean how cheap do you want to get it for??? ![]() btw, don't tell c10 king, this truck looks like one that would be setting in his driveway. ![]() |
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Re: I thought this was a pretty cool find (72 Cheyenne Super shortwide big block)....
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Re: I thought this was a pretty cool find (72 Cheyenne Super shortwide big block)....
Very nice survivor. Did Chevy change the ac compressor on big blocks or in 72? Maybe it's the angle of the photo, but that compressor looks shorter than the two I have on the 70 and 71. Not knocking - just looking for some education.
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Re: I thought this was a pretty cool find (72 Cheyenne Super shortwide big block)....
Not sure, but I think it is just the picture angle.
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Re: I thought this was a pretty cool find (72 Cheyenne Super shortwide big block)....
Big potential, my kinda of truck!
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Re: I thought this was a pretty cool find (72 Cheyenne Super shortwide big block)....
Seems high, but it would be hard to take a beater and get in that shape for 12K...and this is an original big block truck.
These 67-72 trucks are becoming more popular everyday. I think he will get near his asking price. Thanks for posting :-) |
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Re: I thought this was a pretty cool find (72 Cheyenne Super shortwide big block)....
I love it and the color too!! Unfortunatley Barett Jackson strikes again though....
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Re: I thought this was a pretty cool find (72 Cheyenne Super shortwide big block)....
Thats a nice looking truck, hard to believe that seat got that bad on a 52k mile truck, damn sweet though.
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Re: I thought this was a pretty cool find (72 Cheyenne Super shortwide big block)....
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Has anyone priced paint and bodywork lately? Maybe I'm biased because its an original paint, '72, Big Block, Cheyenne Super, swb truck.
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Re: I thought this was a pretty cool find (72 Cheyenne Super shortwide big block)....
I'll take it...oh wait not for sale here..
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Re: I thought this was a pretty cool find (72 Cheyenne Super shortwide big block)....
it's for sale in NV though... that's just a hop, skip, and a jump, right?
lolife and vwbeamer - I agree kinda high for any given truck in this condition - but, to me, 90% of the price for this truck is the rarity and the originality. Yes, it would take about $10-15K to get it fully restored. Would it be worth more than the $12K selling price (or whatever he settles on) PLUS the, let's say, $12.5K resto price - I'd submit yes. Fully restored big block cheyenne super with all orig numbers matching like this would easily sell for more than $24.5K I believe. But I had the same reservations - lotsa work to be done to it (good point about the seat, but I believe the mileage is legit - over to the buyer though). Personally, I'd be happy with a 350! but this one caught my eye. Really tempted to buy it just for a future project - but with all the moves in between now and the time I'd get to it, I'd have another $3-4.5K in it in shipping costs (2-3 moves, maybe) before I even took a can of wax to it. Crimeny. I'll bet someone on here is calling on it already!!! I hope so - wanted you all to see this, I thought it was interesting - no, it's not a steal by any stretch, that's for sure, but if you have your heart set on an original, low mileage big block cheyenne super - this is something that will get your attention! As such, probably a fair price. Like they say, it's only worth what someone is willing to pay for it. I'd say a couple cans of ether and send it to Barrett Jackson as is - some knucklehead will pay $50K for it there... ![]() EDIT - sameyrasmea, this made me think of YOUR truck!! |
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Re: I thought this was a pretty cool find (72 Cheyenne Super shortwide big block)....
I wouldn't restore it.
I'd clean it up. Re-do the seat. Add the missing trim. Lower it. Drive the crap out of it. You'll have the rest of your life to do a frame off. These trucks are a dying breed.
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Re: I thought this was a pretty cool find (72 Cheyenne Super shortwide big block)....
good point - and that is one approach I considered. The guy did elaborate on the leaks on it though - and it may take a good bit of sealing to get it driveable - axles, engine, trans, etc. Some tell-tales: "no oil" reminder on the windhsield and the string of drip pans below. But, seals are minor, not a showstopper.
I too would prefer to keep the paint just as is - but, personally, I'm not sure I could live with the remnants of the wild 70's pinstriping. It's faded a lot, but you can get hints of it in some of the pics. If it's no more noticeable than it is in the pics, then not a problem for me. Hey, if we keep talkin, you all may talk me back into this thing... Another approach I thought of was to just redo the interior, get it running somewhat reliably, and then do an external repaint only. i.e. keep the chalk marks on the firewall, etc etc. But who knows. Many ways to skin the cat. Ugh... decisions, decisions.... EDIT - oh yeah, I would feel compelled to paint the roof white. ![]() |
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Re: I thought this was a pretty cool find (72 Cheyenne Super shortwide big block)....
Just my opinion.
I wouldn't repaint it,... unless you plan on keeping it forever. They are worth much more in original paint. (my opinion) Take some 1000 grit to the "pinstriping" and run a buffer over the entire truck. Done.
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Re: I thought this was a pretty cool find (72 Cheyenne Super shortwide big block)....
When the right person shows up that truck will sell, for or close to the asking price, "mark my words" if the owner waits it out he'll find some one that will pay his price, it may take a couple of months but someone will pay, people that love big blocks and this body style, really love big blocks and this body style!
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Re: I thought this was a pretty cool find (72 Cheyenne Super shortwide big block)....
After the 70' sells, Surprise!!!!
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