most original 60-66 truck in existence?

[13jraven]

Originally Posted by Steeveedee

That's really nice! They are still out there...

Just when you think every stone has been turned over, one pops up.

Been looking for a 64-66 original paint truck for a while. Just never thought I would find one with most of its original paint.

[Rubbertiredtramp]

Originally Posted by 13jraven

Just when you think every stone has been turned over, one pops up.

Been looking for a 64-66 original paint truck for a while. Just never thought I would find one with most of its original paint.

That is a nice looking truck, I like that rear bumper, looks good.

[oem4me]

Originally Posted by 13jraven

Just when you think every stone has been turned over, one pops up.

Been looking for a 64-66 original paint truck for a while. Just never thought I would find one with most of its original paint.

Congrats on that find! I hope it proves to be as good as it appears. More pics whenever you are ready.

[oem4me]

Here's more proof that we are not yet done finding hidden gems.
The story is my boss had been bugging me to sell him one of mine. I was reluctant to do so, so I turned him on to a CL ad that I had recently spotted. It was half way across the country, so I warned him to ask tons of questions and assume the worst.
The answers to his questions all seemed too good to be true, as in scam good. Long story made short, the truck was bought on faith, trust in your fellow man, and few pics.
I just saw the truck in person for the first time last week, and boy what a gem! Very well preserved and mostly orig paint. A good detailing awaits, but what a solid survivor C20 it is! More details and pics when I get them.
Few and far between are the trucks that look "totally right" at first glance, but this one definitely does!

[Steeveedee]

Originally Posted by oem4me

Here's more proof that we are not yet done finding hidden gems.
The story is my boss had been bugging me to sell him one of mine. I was reluctant to do so, so I turned him on to a CL ad that I had recently spotted. It was half way across the country, so I warned him to ask tons of questions and assume the worst.
The answers to his questions all seemed too good to be true, as in scam good. Long story made short, the truck was bought on faith, trust in your fellow man, and few pics.
I just saw the truck in person for the first time last week, and boy what a gem! Very well preserved and mostly orig paint. A good detailing awaits, but what a solid survivor C20 it is! More details and pics when I get them.
Few and far between are the trucks that look "totally right" at first glance, but this one definitely does!

I've said it before around here, or perhaps elsewhere- this is a picture that brings the word, "Covet" to mind.

[oem4me]

Originally Posted by AcampoDave

Wow, what did they call that color?

503 Light Green.

Originally Posted by Steeveedee

I've said it before around here, or perhaps elsewhere- this is a picture that brings the word, "Covet" to mind.

Understood.

[roll_the_dice]

Originally Posted by oem4me

503 Light Green.

Love 503 light green...wish mine were still 503 and the PO never changed colors!

[sodly]

Originally Posted by oem4me

Here's more proof that we are not yet done finding hidden gems.
The story is my boss had been bugging me to sell him one of mine. I was reluctant to do so, so I turned him on to a CL ad that I had recently spotted. It was half way across the country, so I warned him to ask tons of questions and assume the worst.
The answers to his questions all seemed too good to be true, as in scam good. Long story made short, the truck was bought on faith, trust in your fellow man, and few pics.
I just saw the truck in person for the first time last week, and boy what a gem! Very well preserved and mostly orig paint. A good detailing awaits, but what a solid survivor C20 it is! More details and pics when I get them.
Few and far between are the trucks that look "totally right" at first glance, but this one definitely does!

Hope he comes here to show us more and tell the tale!

[Nevada51]

Originally Posted by oem4me

Here's more proof that we are not yet done finding hidden gems.
The story is my boss had been bugging me to sell him one of mine. I was reluctant to do so, so I turned him on to a CL ad that I had recently spotted. It was half way across the country, so I warned him to ask tons of questions and assume the worst.
The answers to his questions all seemed too good to be true, as in scam good. Long story made short, the truck was bought on faith, trust in your fellow man, and few pics.
I just saw the truck in person for the first time last week, and boy what a gem! Very well preserved and mostly orig paint. A good detailing awaits, but what a solid survivor C20 it is! More details and pics when I get them.
Few and far between are the trucks that look "totally right" at first glance, but this one definitely does!

Amazing - looking forward to more pics. What is the wheel tire combo on this? They don't look like split rims which is relatively rare (I think!).

[oem4me]

Originally Posted by Nevada51

Amazing - looking forward to more pics. What is the wheel tire combo on this? They don't look like split rims which is relatively rare (I think!).

Good eye! The truck as purchased had the original 16" lock ring wheels on it. Not long after he took delivery, I happened to be caught in a moment of weakness and was persuaded to let go of a set of one-piece 19.5's for it. I think the trucks looks awesome wearing those, but I wonder if I'll ever find another set.

[sodly]

Originally Posted by oem4me

Good eye! The truck as purchased had the original 16" lock ring wheels on it. Not long after he took delivery, I happened to be caught in a moment of weakness and was persuaded to let go of a set of one-piece 19.5's for it. I think the trucks looks awesome wearing those, but I wonder if I'll ever find another set.

Looks like somebody's in line for a raise and/or promotion, lol!!

[oem4me]

Originally Posted by sodly

Looks like somebody's in line for a raise and/or promotion, lol!!

Lol. Despite appearances, letting those rare wheels go was more a matter of financial necessity than shameless brown nosing. Too funny!

[Nevada51]

Originally Posted by oem4me

Good eye! The truck as purchased had the original 16" lock ring wheels on it. Not long after he took delivery, I happened to be caught in a moment of weakness and was persuaded to let go of a set of one-piece 19.5's for it. I think the trucks looks awesome wearing those, but I wonder if I'll ever find another set.

That's why it looks so good Interested to know what tires he's running on them. On a (sort of) related matter, are one piece 17.5's rare? Tires for 17.5's seem almost non-existent!

[oem4me]

Originally Posted by Nevada51

That's why it looks so good Interested to know what tires he's running on them. On a (sort of) related matter, are one piece 17.5's rare? Tires for 17.5's seem almost non-existent!

Those tires are Samson GL283A 's. As for the 17.5's, one can hardly claim rare when that was the standard wheel for C20's then. Finding them now however, is not so easy. Then finding tires is even more difficult.

[factorystock]

Originally Posted by oem4me

The truck as purchased had the original 16" lock ring wheels on it. Not long after he took delivery, I happened to be caught in a moment of weakness and was persuaded to let go of a set of one-piece 19.5's for it. I think the trucks looks awesome wearing those, but I wonder if I'll ever find another set.

You have a big heart oem4me. Most newcomers don't realize how long it takes to track down a set of 19.5's ( late style ), until they do it for themselves. When they come up for sale, they often quibble about the price, but, they soon find out time is money. Sure there are newer bump wheels, but the old school character begins to disappear. Did you grab the 16's? Those 16 lock ring wheels might be a nice to have for your C.C ( red with silver ring of course), if you ever want to go back to 100% factory CC..

[oem4me]

Originally Posted by factorystock

Did you grab the 16's? Those 16 lock ring wheels might be a nice to have for your C.C ( red with silver ring of course), if you ever want to go back to 100% factory CC..

He's hanging on to the factory wheels, at least for now. Here's a shot the way it was purchased, just screaming originality.

[roll_the_dice]

Originally Posted by 13jraven

Just when you think every stone has been turned over, one pops up.

Been looking for a 64-66 original paint truck for a while. Just never thought I would find one with most of its original paint.

Congratulations...Great looking truck! Love long steppers...

Is there a jealous emoji? Found one on my bitmoji! LOL