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aville · 04-04-2016, 07:08 PM

hello, im thinking on checking this truck out. i wanted to get others opinions

or past experiences. I don't mind body damage, im just interested in making

sure the truck is healthy engine wise.

here are two trucks i was looking at.

1963 https://sandiego.craigslist.org/nsd/cto/5500495376.html

1966 https://inlandempire.craigslist.org/cto/5507128750.html

Gotenntitans · 04-04-2016, 07:42 PM

I had a 66 swb fleetside for a few years and it drove great! A friend had a 63 swb stepside about the same time and it was nice, but never drove as good as mine. I liked my 66 and wish I still had it.

. GTT

FarmYard · 04-05-2016, 01:13 AM

For me the body is always more important than the engine.

treveiger · 04-05-2016, 02:19 AM

The body isn't the fun part for most of the people that do body work. It's by far the most expensive. If you don't plan on fixing it then not to worry but if you do then I'd say keep looking. The grey one doesn't look bad but seems like it has some issues. How much are you looking at spending overall? What are your plans for the truck?

aville · 04-05-2016, 11:14 AM

treveiger,

im looking to spend at least 4500, and my plan for the truck is to use it at transportation,

but fix it up when i have to time to at my pace. i just want it to drive good, and be

healthy, and worry about the way it looks after.

alsriv2 · 04-05-2016, 01:05 PM

I would be skeptical about the '63. No pics of the drivers side, and there is lots of rust showing thru in various areas. He said he spent $6k, but willing to unload for $4k, as he is buying a house. No a great way to save for a house.
The 66 seems to be the better choice between the 2. Engine might not be as good, but that is easier to get fixed than a bad body with lots of rust.
Good luck with your decision.

treveiger · 04-06-2016, 02:05 AM

I bought my truck frame off restore for $6900 and have been fixing the things I like as I go. Everything was done but some things needed to be fixed, might be something to look for is something that body wise is solid and motor wise is solid as well. Some times you can get lucky and find a great deal with a little more cash. Keep us posted!

**TJ's Chevy** · 04-06-2016, 10:15 AM

Looks like you only have one choice now anyhow cause the bottom post has been deleted by the author.

**Boog** · 04-06-2016, 12:48 PM

That 63 has a salvage title though. It may mean nothing to you but i dont buy ones with a salvage or rebuilt title.

04-04-2016, 07:08 PM	#1
aville Registered User Join Date: Mar 2016 Location: anahiem, ca Posts: 17	interested in this 63 C10 hello, im thinking on checking this truck out. i wanted to get others opinions or past experiences. I don't mind body damage, im just interested in making sure the truck is healthy engine wise. here are two trucks i was looking at. 1963 https://sandiego.craigslist.org/nsd/cto/5500495376.html 1966 https://inlandempire.craigslist.org/cto/5507128750.html Last edited by aville; 04-04-2016 at 07:35 PM.

04-04-2016, 07:42 PM	#2
Gotenntitans Registered User Join Date: Aug 2013 Location: Camden, Arkansas Posts: 978	Re: interested in this 63 C10 I had a 66 swb fleetside for a few years and it drove great! A friend had a 63 swb stepside about the same time and it was nice, but never drove as good as mine. I liked my 66 and wish I still had it. . GTT __________________ GoTennTitans 1987 GMC Sierra 1990 GMC Sierra (stolen) 2003 Chevy Silverado

04-05-2016, 01:13 AM	#3
FarmYard Registered User Join Date: Dec 2015 Location: Canada Posts: 13	Re: interested in this 63 C10 For me the body is always more important than the engine.

04-05-2016, 02:19 AM	#4
treveiger Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: South Dakota Posts: 4,093	Re: interested in this 63 C10 The body isn't the fun part for most of the people that do body work. It's by far the most expensive. If you don't plan on fixing it then not to worry but if you do then I'd say keep looking. The grey one doesn't look bad but seems like it has some issues. How much are you looking at spending overall? What are your plans for the truck? __________________ 1969 Chevy c20(Miss Hackjob)

04-05-2016, 11:14 AM	#5
aville Registered User Join Date: Mar 2016 Location: anahiem, ca Posts: 17	Re: interested in this 63 C10 treveiger, im looking to spend at least 4500, and my plan for the truck is to use it at transportation, but fix it up when i have to time to at my pace. i just want it to drive good, and be healthy, and worry about the way it looks after.

04-05-2016, 01:05 PM	#6
alsriv2 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Formerly MD and San Diego, now loving life in Arizona Posts: 1,636	Re: interested in this 63 C10 I would be skeptical about the '63. No pics of the drivers side, and there is lots of rust showing thru in various areas. He said he spent $6k, but willing to unload for $4k, as he is buying a house. No a great way to save for a house. The 66 seems to be the better choice between the 2. Engine might not be as good, but that is easier to get fixed than a bad body with lots of rust. Good luck with your decision. __________________ Alan 2012 Ram 3500 Dually Crew Cab 6.7 Cummins 2014 Palomino Columbus 340RK 5th wheel '69 Chevy C10 396BB

04-06-2016, 02:05 AM	#7
treveiger Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: South Dakota Posts: 4,093	Re: interested in this 63 C10 I bought my truck frame off restore for $6900 and have been fixing the things I like as I go. Everything was done but some things needed to be fixed, might be something to look for is something that body wise is solid and motor wise is solid as well. Some times you can get lucky and find a great deal with a little more cash. Keep us posted! __________________ 1969 Chevy c20(Miss Hackjob)

04-06-2016, 10:15 AM	#8
TJ's Chevy Post Whore Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: Southern Oregon Posts: 10,384	Re: interested in this 63 C10 Looks like you only have one choice now anyhow cause the bottom post has been deleted by the author. __________________ 1966 Chevy C10 "Project Two Tone" http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=596643 1964 GMC "Crustine" semi-build:http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=665056 My youtube channel. Username "Military Chevy": https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC_h...fzpcUXyK_5-uiw

04-06-2016, 12:48 PM	#9
Boog laying low Join Date: Mar 2001 Location: Searcy, Ark. USA Posts: 13,187	Re: interested in this 63 C10 That 63 has a salvage title though. It may mean nothing to you but i dont buy ones with a salvage or rebuilt title. __________________ Boog 69 Chevy stepside, 358/T350, 4.11 posi, 4.5/4 drop, rallys, poboy driver primer is finer 91 Chevy sportside, Tahoe, Yukon & GMC Crewcab All GM..'nuff said. I stand for the flag and kneel at the cross



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