6 cylinder value vs v8 - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

sixbangr · 06-29-2012, 08:37 PM

I have a chance to get a '70 short fleet, will need some work. It has a six and an automatic. How much will the 6 hurt it's value?

big bad orange · 06-29-2012, 09:00 PM

this is my own opinion so....a v8 will most likely be worth a little bit more than a v6 or I6 just because they sound better and are more powerful. Now I am looking for my first c10 and the only ones I can find in my price ranger are the base models with I6s.

trac209 · 06-29-2012, 09:03 PM

I don't think a six will hurt value as much as some would think,some guys care more about condition far more than how many cyl a truck has.
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white 67 · 06-29-2012, 09:27 PM

I think they are worth a little less because most people like the v8's, but there are people like myself that like the I6's better.

MrSchaeferPants · 06-29-2012, 09:32 PM

Depends on what they want the truck for. If they're looking for something a bit more uncommon, then a v6 might do it. If its a work truck, a v6 will be just as good as a 350. I6 though, same or less i imagine. Id prefer a v8 over an inline 6. But id rather have my v6 over a 350.

If I had a c10 driver/show truck, id take a 350 or larger over my v6.
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ed70 · 06-29-2012, 09:44 PM

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Originally Posted by white 67

I think they are worth a little less because most people like the v8's, but there are people like myself that like the I6's better.

agreed... every car show i go to someones got a sbc c10 i lke the few that leave I6... and regaurdless what it is the original motor is worth more in a truck... cause thats what most buys go for nowadays

rsavage · 06-29-2012, 09:53 PM

In my mind and perhaps generally, if condition is not a factor and the trucks are in the same condition in all respects then generally a factory big block would be worth more than a factory small block which would be worth more than a factory 6 which would be worth more than an original 6 cyl. truck converted to a V8. In the case of body styles with the same parameters, a short fleet would be worth more than a long fleet which would be on par with a short step and a longhorn, which would be worth more than a long step which is worth more than a cut longbed conversion to short.
Trim levels and option levels, again given the same parameters would again have a hierarchy of value which is apparent.. Of course this represents my belief, and as in the case with anything, yours may very well be different than mine.

ed70 · 06-29-2012, 09:57 PM

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Originally Posted by rsavage

In my mind and perhaps generally, if condition is not a factor and the trucks are in the same condition in all respects then generally a factory big block would be worth more than a factory small block which would be worth more than a factory 6 which would be worth more than an original 6 cyl. truck converted to a V8. In the case of body styles with the same parameters, a short fleet would be worth more than a long fleet which would be on par with a short step and a longhorn, which would be worth more than a long step which is worth more than a cut longbed conversion to short.
Trim levels and option levels, again given the same parameters would again have a hierarchy of value which is apparent.. Of course this represents my belief, and as in the case with anything, yours may very well be different than mine.

agreed! nail on the head!

cdowns · 06-30-2012, 05:59 AM

to me seems that V8 have more and betterer options normally so they are worth more to me
but i'd take a rustfree six plain jane over a rustbucket highly equiped eight

19673ontree · 06-30-2012, 07:21 AM

I think the most valuable thing about a 67 to 72 chevy or gmc truck is the condition of the body , I dont think the motor size or whether it even runs or not affects the value , it dont to me ,,,

68gmsee · 06-30-2012, 09:03 AM

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Originally Posted by 19673ontree

I think the most valuable thing about a 67 to 72 chevy or gmc truck is the condition of the body , I dont think the motor size or whether it even runs or not affects the value , it dont to me ,,,

Me neither... Engine size doesn't concern me as much as overall conditon of the vehicle. A truck can be converted fairly quick to a V8 if the owner wishes to do so, but body work and obtaining good OEM or aftermarket parts take longer and a little harder to do.

Hubscrub · 06-30-2012, 03:50 PM

don't matter to me, i love the inline 6s probably better than a sbc

Wrenchbender Ret · 06-30-2012, 04:27 PM

Agree the condition of the body & rest of the truck is much more important then what engine it has. All else being equal the v-8 will sell for about 10% more then the 6.

factorystock · 06-30-2012, 06:21 PM

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Originally Posted by sixbangr

I have a chance to get a '70 short fleet, will need some work. It has a six and an automatic. How much will the 6 hurt it's value?

You really need to evaluate the whole vehicle condition, instead of what is in the engine bay. Assuming there are two exact vehicles, one 6cyl, one v8, what the others said is true, most will pay more for a V8. However, the automatic in this truck is a plus ( most 6 cyl's came with manual transmissions) .The 6 cyl is a super reliable , durable , easy to maintain engine, and you just might like it and leave it.

PanelDeland · 06-30-2012, 08:43 PM

I agree with the opinions above for the most part.Besides I already have a belly button(350's are as common as ...)That's why I left the I6 and so far the 3ott.

VWNate1 · 06-30-2012, 09:33 PM

If you're worried about the $ value , you shouldn't be buying an old truck .

The L6's are better in every way *IF* ypu actually drive your truck ~ few old Truck Junkies actully drive thier trucks for any reason other than to show it off

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That's the fact , jack .

68 IRON · 07-01-2012, 11:13 AM

To find a I6 with automatic is value in its self...kinda rare and smooth convenience (wish I had that). Side by side the 6 gets a little more attention anywhere you go. And they do run forever! More of the value would be in the condition of base of the truck (body frame, etc....) V8's are belly buttons....

I like that!!

ed70 · 07-04-2012, 10:20 PM

original I6 auto truck right here... and keeping it that way

1972RedNeck · 07-04-2012, 10:55 PM

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Originally Posted by big bad orange

a v8 will most likely be worth a little bit more than a v6 or I6 just because they sound better and are more powerful.

Obviously you have never heard a dualed out V6.

If you were to stuff a 478M in there you wouldn't be to short on power with 442 ft lbs. of torque.

To me a V6 truck would be worth more than a small block truck.

**70cst** · 07-05-2012, 01:45 AM

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Originally Posted by rsavage

In my mind and perhaps generally, if condition is not a factor and the trucks are in the same condition in all respects then generally a factory big block would be worth more than a factory small block which would be worth more than a factory 6 which would be worth more than an original 6 cyl. truck converted to a V8. In the case of body styles with the same parameters, a short fleet would be worth more than a long fleet which would be on par with a short step and a longhorn, which would be worth more than a long step which is worth more than a cut longbed conversion to short.
Trim levels and option levels, again given the same parameters would again have a hierarchy of value which is apparent.. Of course this represents my belief, and as in the case with anything, yours may very well be different than mine.

Well said

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GRX · 07-06-2012, 08:19 PM

If durability were the only factor, the I-6 would be worth more than a v-8 hand down. But we know that is not the case. Overall condition of the truck was my main concern. The seller said a great many passed on this truck because it only had a 250. Fools!

ChrisWhewell · 07-06-2012, 11:30 PM

I bought mine because it had an 8 in it and because it was originally an 8 from the factory. If it had a 6 in it, or was originally a 6 truck but someone put an 8 in it, I would have not bought it.

I like the versatility of what I can do with an 8, lots of options for making more torque, parts are plentiful, plus the V-8 just looks more impressive. Can't get 400 ft lbs out of a 6 as easily as I can from the 8. Although mine was originally a 327, it doesn't bother me that someone dropped a 350 in there somewhere along the way. Maybe someday I'll stumble on a matching numbers block, but its not that important to me cuz very few care whats under my hood.

I'd say an 8 is worth considerably more, to me at least.

ed70 · 07-18-2012, 08:44 PM

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Originally Posted by ChrisWhewell

I bought mine because it had an 8 in it and because it was originally an 8 from the factory. If it had a 6 in it, or was originally a 6 truck but someone put an 8 in it, I would have not bought it.

I like the versatility of what I can do with an 8, lots of options for making more torque, parts are plentiful, plus the V-8 just looks more impressive. Can't get 400 ft lbs out of a 6 as easily as I can from the 8. Although mine was originally a 327, it doesn't bother me that someone dropped a 350 in there somewhere along the way. Maybe someday I'll stumble on a matching numbers block, but its not that important to me cuz very few care whats under my hood.

I'd say an 8 is worth considerably more, to me at least.

if you like the versatility of the eight and thats all then why pass on a original 6 truck that now has an eight? at that point the overall condition of the truck is what matters...

ChrisWhewell · 07-18-2012, 09:00 PM

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Originally Posted by ed70

if you like the versatility of the eight and thats all then why pass on a original 6 truck that now has an eight? at that point the overall condition of the truck is what matters...

yes, I am wrong. thanks.

06-29-2012, 08:37 PM	#1
sixbangr Registered User Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Texarkana, Texas Posts: 261	6 cylinder value vs v8 I have a chance to get a '70 short fleet, will need some work. It has a six and an automatic. How much will the 6 hurt it's value? __________________ 1961 Apache short step.

06-29-2012, 09:00 PM	#2
big bad orange Registered User Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Pittsburgh, PA Posts: 187	Re: 6 cylinder value vs v8 this is my own opinion so....a v8 will most likely be worth a little bit more than a v6 or I6 just because they sound better and are more powerful. Now I am looking for my first c10 and the only ones I can find in my price ranger are the base models with I6s. __________________ just like that old Johnny Cash song. "One piece at a time and I am go na make an old C10 mine a look at all your faces when I drive through your town"

06-29-2012, 09:03 PM	#3
trac209 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: winnipeg Posts: 1,107	Re: 6 cylinder value vs v8 I don't think a six will hurt value as much as some would think,some guys care more about condition far more than how many cyl a truck has. Posted via Mobile Device

06-29-2012, 09:27 PM	#4
white 67 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: coupeville ,washington Posts: 348	Re: 6 cylinder value vs v8 I think they are worth a little less because most people like the v8's, but there are people like myself that like the I6's better.

06-29-2012, 09:32 PM	#5
MrSchaeferPants Registered User Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: JBLM, WA Posts: 153	Re: 6 cylinder value vs v8 Depends on what they want the truck for. If they're looking for something a bit more uncommon, then a v6 might do it. If its a work truck, a v6 will be just as good as a 350. I6 though, same or less i imagine. Id prefer a v8 over an inline 6. But id rather have my v6 over a 350. If I had a c10 driver/show truck, id take a 350 or larger over my v6. Posted via Mobile Device __________________ 68 GMC C2500 - 305 V6 - 4spd

06-29-2012, 09:53 PM	#7
rsavage Registered User Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Alden NY Posts: 2,705	Re: 6 cylinder value vs v8 In my mind and perhaps generally, if condition is not a factor and the trucks are in the same condition in all respects then generally a factory big block would be worth more than a factory small block which would be worth more than a factory 6 which would be worth more than an original 6 cyl. truck converted to a V8. In the case of body styles with the same parameters, a short fleet would be worth more than a long fleet which would be on par with a short step and a longhorn, which would be worth more than a long step which is worth more than a cut longbed conversion to short. Trim levels and option levels, again given the same parameters would again have a hierarchy of value which is apparent.. Of course this represents my belief, and as in the case with anything, yours may very well be different than mine. __________________ 1961 C1 Corvette 1959 El Camino 350 TPI, 9" 4 w disc 69 Blazer K5 - sold July '20 2021 Durango RT 5.7

06-30-2012, 05:59 AM	#9
cdowns Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: daytonabeach Posts: 22,956	Re: 6 cylinder value vs v8 to me seems that V8 have more and betterer options normally so they are worth more to me but i'd take a rustfree six plain jane over a rustbucket highly equiped eight __________________ 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

06-30-2012, 07:21 AM	#10
19673ontree CAN'T FIX NOTHIN Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: SOUTHRUST VIRGINIA !!! Posts: 2,112	Re: 6 cylinder value vs v8 I think the most valuable thing about a 67 to 72 chevy or gmc truck is the condition of the body , I dont think the motor size or whether it even runs or not affects the value , it dont to me ,,, __________________ 1967 C10 Shortbed Fleetside Small back glass 6 cyl 3spd on the tree 3.08 gears underdash AC

06-30-2012, 03:50 PM	#12
Hubscrub Cruzin Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: on the road Posts: 2,835	Re: 6 cylinder value vs v8 don't matter to me, i love the inline 6s probably better than a sbc __________________ Lime Wife's 67https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&rct=...wZEMODaS2d94u8 Back to the Fifties 59 https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&rct=...NAeStpydfrcj_U Proverbs 3:5,6 "Thanks to the Interstate Highway System, it is now possible to travel across the country from coast to coast without seeing anything."Charles Kuralt In memory of our first baby daughter, daddy and mommy love you. Danica Grace 6/26/14

06-30-2012, 04:27 PM	#13
Wrenchbender Ret Registered User Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Overland Park, Ks. Posts: 5,208	Re: 6 cylinder value vs v8 Agree the condition of the body & rest of the truck is much more important then what engine it has. All else being equal the v-8 will sell for about 10% more then the 6.

06-30-2012, 08:43 PM	#15
PanelDeland I am a Referee of life. Join Date: Jun 2000 Location: Greensboro N.C. Posts: 13,993	Re: 6 cylinder value vs v8 I agree with the opinions above for the most part.Besides I already have a belly button(350's are as common as ...)That's why I left the I6 and so far the 3ott. __________________ 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"

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VWNate1 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: So. Cali. Posts: 2,634	Re : " Value " If you're worried about the $ value , you shouldn't be buying an old truck . The L6's are better in every way *IF* ypu actually drive your truck ~ few old Truck Junkies actully drive thier trucks for any reason other than to show it off . That's the fact , jack . __________________ -Nate Geezer '49 3100 235 W/ Muncie SM420 SOLD '69 C/10 shortbed sidemount survivor 250 L6 W/ 350TH

07-01-2012, 11:13 AM	#17
68 IRON Registered User Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Olympia, WA Posts: 736	Re: 6 cylinder value vs v8 To find a I6 with automatic is value in its self...kinda rare and smooth convenience (wish I had that). Side by side the 6 gets a little more attention anywhere you go. And they do run forever! More of the value would be in the condition of base of the truck (body frame, etc....) V8's are belly buttons.... I like that!!

07-04-2012, 10:20 PM	#18
ed70 is very serious Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: moscow mills MO Posts: 154	Re: 6 cylinder value vs v8 original I6 auto truck right here... and keeping it that way __________________ 1967 C-10 2wd fleetside LB 350 4spd (dads) - sold 1970 C-10 2wd fleetside LB 307 700r4 - sold 1969 C-10 2wd fleetside LB 327 3spd - sold 1969 C-10 2wd fleetside LB 350 th350 - sold 1967 C-10 2wd fleetside LB 250 th400 -project in progress Chevrolet=one who is dignified enough to expect every occasion is a special one and sees it fit to wear a bow tie... may others come under dressed.

07-06-2012, 08:19 PM	#21
GRX Registered User Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: MD Posts: 1,937	Re: 6 cylinder value vs v8 If durability were the only factor, the I-6 would be worth more than a v-8 hand down. But we know that is not the case. Overall condition of the truck was my main concern. The seller said a great many passed on this truck because it only had a 250. Fools! __________________ 1969 c-10 Step Side Long Bed. I-6 250cid = = 1969 Pontiac GTO hard top. 400, 4-speed.



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07-06-2012, 11:30 PM	#22
ChrisWhewell Registered User Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Georgetown, Texas Posts: 73	Re: 6 cylinder value vs v8 I bought mine because it had an 8 in it and because it was originally an 8 from the factory. If it had a 6 in it, or was originally a 6 truck but someone put an 8 in it, I would have not bought it. I like the versatility of what I can do with an 8, lots of options for making more torque, parts are plentiful, plus the V-8 just looks more impressive. Can't get 400 ft lbs out of a 6 as easily as I can from the 8. Although mine was originally a 327, it doesn't bother me that someone dropped a 350 in there somewhere along the way. Maybe someday I'll stumble on a matching numbers block, but its not that important to me cuz very few care whats under my hood. I'd say an 8 is worth considerably more, to me at least. __________________ '67 K-20 longbed 4X4, 350, SM-420, Vortec heads, flat top 4-brow pistons, Eaton 4.55's, Qjet, MSD 8365, Comp XE250H, Dynomax duals Last edited by ChrisWhewell; 07-06-2012 at 11:35 PM.

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