Long bed Values Vs Short bed Value

[litew8]

For me, it's more materialistic. In this senerio - I end up paying LESS for MORE vs MORE for LESS (if your stats are to be believed that MOST...). I'm talking US steel and functionality. Of course there are those that say Less is More. I understand both sides, but personally wouldn't pay more for less. I was raised in the 70's

[67_C-30]

Originally Posted by litew8

For me, it's more materialistic. In this senerio - I end up paying LESS for MORE vs MORE for LESS (if your stats are to be believed that MOST...). I'm talking US steel and functionality. Of course there are those that say Less is More. I understand both sides, but personally wouldn't pay more for less. I was raised in the 70's

In the same vein, it costs more to restore a LWB (especially if you have to buy bedsides and floor like with your truck) but you'll end up getting less for it when its done. From an investment standpoint, its hard to ignore the value of a SWB.

If you don't plan on selling the truck and prefer a LWB, its a moot point, though.

[Steeveedee]

I sure am glad my 3/4T Longhorn was free! I like the length and with a 402 and 400 trans, I have all the performance I want- it even gets second gear scratch with those big old 9.5" by 16.5" tires and a camper shell (and a whole bunch of camping gear in the bed).

[Joe Cool]

Originally Posted by Steeveedee

I sure am glad my 3/4T Longhorn was free! I like the length and with a 402 and 400 trans, I have all the performance I want- it even gets second gear scratch with those big old 9.5" by 16.5" tires and a camper shell (and a whole bunch of camping gear in the bed).

I am looking for a long horn........was they frame lengthened or does it just have more overhang to the LWB frame......anybody know?

[LockDoc]

Originally Posted by Joe Cool

I am looking for a long horn........was they frame lengthened or does it just have more overhang to the LWB frame......anybody know?

The Longhorns had a 133" wheelbase compared to 127" for regular long beds...

As Andy would say, "It's all about the extra six inches"...

LockDoc

[litew8]

Yeah, moot. The most cost (for me) is the engine and paint job. Though I'm lucky to have a brother that can paint. From an investment standpoint (for me) - if I were to sell it, I'd end up making more. I guess it all depends on where you're at, how you got there, and where you're going.

[litew8]

Question: Which COST more NEW? A longbed or shortbed? Were lwb's considered heavy duty and swb considered light duty? If yes, how much more? Anyone know?

[67_C-30]

Originally Posted by litew8

Question: Which COST more NEW? A longbed or shortbed? Were lwb's considered heavy duty and swb considered light duty? If yes, how much more? Anyone know?

That's a good question, and I'd be interested in knowing that as well.

I can tell you that my '68 cost $2749.35 new!

[litew8]

Here's a thread discussing the shortening with some good humor http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=538789

[Spartan]

This might have been mentioned but with all the shortening and c-notching going on, long beds will become rare. Really tho, thats not too likely but its a good excuse for my hoarding of longbeds.

[Joe Cool]

Originally Posted by Spartan

This might have been mentioned but with all the shortening and c-notching going on, long beds will become rare. Really tho, thats not too likely but its a good excuse for my hoarding of longbeds.

I really think your on to something.......but lets keep it quiet...

[ksshane]

Around here short beds are just harder to find. I looked off and on for about 10 years to find one that the owner didnt think was made out of gold.

In my own personal opinion, which matters about as much as the kid cooking french fries at the local McDonalds. The short beds should bring about 1500 to 2000 more in rough driving condition then a long bed. And in perfect condition probably 5 to 7000 more.
Thats just by going off of my general experiance shopping around over the years.

EDITED***
Had to add... now that I have mine, I also think its made out of gold.....LOL

[Joe Cool]

Originally Posted by ksshane

Around here short beds are just harder to find. I looked off and on for about 10 years to find one that the owner didnt think was made out of gold.

In my own personal opinion, which matters about as much as the kid cooking french fries at the local McDonalds. The short beds should bring about 1500 to 2000 more in rough driving condition then a long bed. And in perfect condition probably 5 to 7000 more.
Thats just by going off of my general experiance shopping around over the years.

EDITED***
Had to add... now that I have mine, I also think its made out of gold.....LOL

Man how do you find ten years to look for a truck..LOL

[ksshane]

Originally Posted by Joe Cool

Man how do you find ten years to look for a truck..LOL

Time gets away from us all. It passes faster than you think.

[Joe Cool]

Originally Posted by ksshane

Time gets away from us all. It passes faster than you think.

Not faster than I think cause I am old now........it happened quick.

I appreciate every minute of every day...... I own several NHRA records and have won National Events.......all the highlights of my life and all seems like yesterday morning.

Our bodies age but our minds do not..........thats why ten years went so fast...not many ten year periods left now.......

[litew8]

Not sure if this will make any sense, but - maybe the reason swb's sell for more is simply because the seller charges more (to re-coop what they spent on it). Not that it's really worth any extra. Thus the comparison - swb cost more than lwb. A group of individuals charging and selling at a higher price. All about the people, and not really the actual worth of the truck.

[Joe Cool]

Originally Posted by litew8

Not sure if this will make any sense, but - maybe the reason swb's sell for more is simply because the seller charges more (to re-coop what they spent on it). Not that it's really worth any extra. Thus the comparison - swb cost more than lwb. A group of individuals charging and selling at a higher price. All about the people, and not really the actual worth of the truck.

EVERYBODY has said many things that make sense including your comment. What I am seeing however is unmodified SWB trucks....stock for stock compared to the LWB ....The SWB all ask more.....not sure if sell more.

Having said that.....my take on it is pretty simple.....They want more because they know they are more popular to modify. A LWB truck wont be modded at all or very little.............also...Supply and Demand.

Why are all the nice trucks sold in the state of Washington...lots of nice trucks there because of the no rust issue I would guess......other states they are crushed and rust buckets...a guess again..

So my take is your going to pay anywhere from 2-5 extra for the SWB truck...I think if you have a cherry LWB you might not want to touch it...if you decide to........it will cost you 2-3 for the Mod.....

Would all of you agree with that.......or am I still out in left field?

[67ChevyRedneck]

Originally Posted by litew8

Not sure if this will make any sense, but - maybe the reason swb's sell for more is simply because the seller charges more (to re-coop what they spent on it). Not that it's really worth any extra. Thus the comparison - swb cost more than lwb. A group of individuals charging and selling at a higher price. All about the people, and not really the actual worth of the truck.

The reason people ask for more for a swb is because they sell for more. If 2 people had the exact same truck, same motor, trans, options, trim, color, same exact build quality, etc, except one was a lwb and the other was a swb and they were asking the same price for each truck, 99% of the time (my opinion) the actual final selling price will be the higher for the SWB AND I'm willing to bet (especially with higher end $ trucks) it will sell a lot faster as well.

It's the same reason a Chevelle SS brings more money than a non SS. Society as a whole has placed a higher value on vehicles that are an SS, short bed, fastback, Shelby, V8, a/c, etc.

[hamjet]

In short SWB trucks will cost you more to buy, and sell for more when you sell it. LWB will cost less to buy but sell for less when you sell. It all equals out. If you have to sink a lot of money in it to get it pristine, you probably won't get your money back whether its LWB or SWB. You see alot of them on e-bay saying they have a bazillian dollars in it and are trying to get it back. I like what I have because its an old GM truck. I don't hot rod any more. I just like to drive it and go through the gears,( granny shifting) listening to the exhaust, LIFE IS GOOD!!!!

[Joe Cool]

Originally Posted by hamjet

In short SWB trucks will cost you more to buy, and sell for more when you sell it. LWB will cost less to buy but sell for less when you sell. It all equals out. If you have to sink a lot of money in it to get it pristine, you probably won't get your money back whether its LWB or SWB. You see alot of them on e-bay saying they have a bazillian dollars in it and are trying to get it back. I like what I have because its an old GM truck. I don't hot rod any more. I just like to drive it and go through the gears,( granny shifting) listening to the exhaust, LIFE IS GOOD!!!!

You all make good points..............just depends if your wife wants to park at the mall and you will get it back in one piece or not!

[Sicklajoie]

I'm definitely in the minority (and proud of it) but to me the only "true" truck is a regular cab long bed - in a 3/4 or 1 ton.
But that's my opinion, and you know what they say about opinions....

[hamjet]

Originally Posted by Sicklajoie

I'm definitely in the minority (and proud of it) but to me the only "true" truck is a regular cab long bed - in a 3/4 or 1 ton.
But that's my opinion, and you know what they say about opinions....

I'm with you. When these trucks were bought new I dont think the buyer said he wanted to hotrod it, he wanted a good working truck for his hard earned money, that would carry a full load, not a half load...

[Blitz]

Originally Posted by hamjet

I'm with you. When these trucks were bought new I dont think the buyer said he wanted to hotrod it, he wanted a good working truck for his hard earned money...

LOL. Possibly true...at the showroom.

What could be said about the '32 Ford then vs. the 50's on till now?

[Blitz]

Aesthetics and cool factor.

Any popular hot rod has a more common starting factor and a less common one. Short beds are preferred with trucks. I like that the bed is more proportionate to the cab and has a more sporty look while I feel like the long bed has more of a utilitarian look to it. Nothing wrong with choices, opinions and options. I've seen a few long beds that looked mean in their own right.

[leddzepp]

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