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**slepysal** · 12-09-2009, 02:35 PM

That you don't see one around every cornner

onequickchevy · 12-09-2009, 03:43 PM

Me ? I like my wrap around windshield!

ampsyco · 12-11-2009, 10:00 PM

oh yeah. nothing like it.

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Originally Posted by onequickchevy

Me ? I like my wrap around windshield!

jchav62 · 12-09-2009, 04:54 PM

My favorite things about 60-66's are...

That there are two in our driveway...

cayoterun · 12-09-2009, 11:00 PM

jchav62: IMO, you did everything right on the yellow truck. That's one sharp truck!!!! I'd like to have one like it in my driveway.

jchav62 · 12-10-2009, 10:27 AM

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Originally Posted by cayoterun

jchav62: IMO, you did everything right on the yellow truck. That's one sharp truck!!!! I'd like to have one like it in my driveway.

Thanks!

Actually, my favorite thing is the body style, especially 60-63 with the wrap around windshield and the forward leaning a-pillars. The 64-66's are also very sexy in my opinion, just a little more 'modern' feel to them, where as the earlier models still have a taste of the 50's.

originalJD · 12-10-2009, 12:21 PM

It was mentioned several times of how accessible the engine is and how much room there is under the hood. I LIKE THAT TOO!

The other thing I love about the truck is the cab and interior. I have a bench seat and a unmolested original dash. When I'm driving the truck it's almost as if I've climbed into a time machine. The look and feel of owning and driving the truck is what I like the most.

DaddyMack · 03-31-2010, 12:19 PM

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Originally Posted by jchav62

Thanks!

Actually, my favorite thing is the body style, especially 60-63 with the wrap around windshield and the forward leaning a-pillars. The 64-66's are also very sexy in my opinion, just a little more 'modern' feel to them, where as the earlier models still have a taste of the 50's.

What he said

and the suspension, being way ahead of its time...

REDNOSE65 · 03-30-2010, 06:22 PM

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Originally Posted by jchav62

my favorite things about 60-66's are...

That there are two in our driveway...

chiflado!!!

markeb01 · 12-09-2009, 06:31 PM

I was a kid during the golden age of model cars in the late 50’s - early 60’s. My first 3 in 1 kit was a 59 Impala convertible. When the Trophy Series Ford kits came along I built them all – 32 roadster and coupe, 40 coupe, 39/40 sedan, double T kit, Ala Kart, etc. In these instructions were drawings of all the other kits, including the first truck models I’d ever seen.

I’d had toy trucks, but these were the first 1/25 kits I’d ever seen. The Chevys looked wild and stylish with the roof line, jet pod hood and a box full of tacky customizing accessories. I never had one of the models, but thought they were really special like the boat kits.

The father of a friend that lived across the street bought a brand new long fleetside in 1962. Here's a rather grainy picture of it a few years later after he added a camper.

We thought the headlights looked goofy and commented he should have bought a short bed stepside. He agreed they were more popular, but thought the long bed looked better balanced, plus it was his work truck. By the late 60’s, these trucks were cheap enough young guys could afford them. With a 283 or 327, it was easy to slap in a 4 speed. It seemed like every cool truck had a set of slot mags and Mickey Thompsons. All it took was a Hurst shifter and a black naugahyde seat cover to create an instant hot rod. With no weight in the back a guy could burn rubber around every corner, and the farm type girls liked guys with trucks.

So in summary – the styling of the roof line and original hood, and the legacy of popularity when these were "late model" trucks.

Indian113 · 12-09-2009, 07:22 PM

I have to admit I like the Muscle look of my wife's 64,she says it's got a cute but! she might of picked that up from me. I also like the ease of working on it the parts are available and moderatly priced.

*lakeroadster* · 12-10-2009, 08:09 AM

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Originally Posted by Indian113

I have to admit I like the Muscle look of my wife's 64,she says it's got a cute butt! she might of picked that up from me.

The truck of course... what were you thinking?

collins10672 · 12-09-2009, 08:59 PM

to me it is definitely the body design.most unique ever built.from the roof top to the hood and front fenders.i think that the 1960-66 trucks are the best looking design ever made and the 1988-98 short bed regular cab are a close second to me.i have owned 8 64-66 trucks over the years and first fell in love with them when my dad bought a 64 short fleet in the late 70's when i was a wee little lad.

1restorick · 12-09-2009, 10:46 PM

I love the overall body design and the rugged all steel interior. I really like the two hump dash in the 60-63 models. I also like that the headlights are mounted super low to the ground when compared to most trucks.

Rick

brandon283 · 12-09-2009, 10:57 PM

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Originally Posted by 1restorick

I love the overall body design and the rugged all steel interior. I really like the two hump dash in the 60-63 models. I also like that the headlights are mounted super low to the ground when compared to most trucks.

Rick

lowheadlights ...sexy

**yote1234** · 05-21-2012, 02:25 PM

I like the smell... smells like chevrolet truck did in 1965

**LostMy65** · 05-21-2012, 04:35 PM

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I like the smell... smells like chevrolet truck did in 1965

Yes, the smell.
Reminds me of Grandpa's Truck.
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brandon283 · 12-09-2009, 10:56 PM

i really like the wrap around windshields of the 60-63, and the early 4 headlight grills as well as the lines in the roof, and tiny back window

6377toys · 12-10-2009, 12:55 PM

I too love the hood and not having to reach over tall fenders like the newer trucks. I also think the roof line is the most interesting of all GM trucks. Most of all I love it because my Dad bought it for me back in '73 (when my son was born) so I had a second vehicle.

tferbend · 12-10-2009, 01:56 PM

It's PAID FOR!!!

jgh64pkup · 12-12-2009, 12:26 AM

the way it looks with some wide tires tucked up under the rear of it

chevytrucknut61 · 12-12-2009, 12:39 AM

I like mine for 2 reasons, 1 My truck is as old as me.2 Some say it's ugly just like me1.

But it sure gets alot of looks!

protrash64 · 12-12-2009, 12:00 PM

No computers or emissions tests

...............

70 Suburban · 12-12-2009, 02:38 PM

well ill go for no emissions test anyway

Turkey · 12-13-2009, 08:55 PM

It's what I grew up on and learned to drive on from pops. I also tore another down and rebuilt it with some high school friends. I learned a lot about mechanical work and heartbreak while rebuilding it, only to have it stolen from the racetrack the night we got it running.

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12-09-2009, 11:00 PM	#5
cayoterun Junior Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Guymon, Oklahoma Posts: 2,040	Re: Your favorite thing about a 60-66? jchav62: IMO, you did everything right on the yellow truck. That's one sharp truck!!!! I'd like to have one like it in my driveway. __________________ Cayoterun Okla. Panhandle I think I'll do it myself and pay the extra $500.

12-10-2009, 12:21 PM	#7
originalJD James Join Date: May 2008 Location: Dayton, WA Posts: 455	Re: Your favorite thing about a 60-66? It was mentioned several times of how accessible the engine is and how much room there is under the hood. I LIKE THAT TOO! The other thing I love about the truck is the cab and interior. I have a bench seat and a unmolested original dash. When I'm driving the truck it's almost as if I've climbed into a time machine. The look and feel of owning and driving the truck is what I like the most. __________________ Never crush'em. Restor'em or recycle'em. The payoff is always worth it in the end. http://viewmorepics.myspace.com/inde...lbumId=1709080 http://s258.photobucket.com/albums/h...e_top_view_all

12-09-2009, 06:31 PM	#10
markeb01 Senior Enthusiast Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Spokane Valley, WA Posts: 8,356	Re: Your favorite thing about a 60-66? I was a kid during the golden age of model cars in the late 50’s - early 60’s. My first 3 in 1 kit was a 59 Impala convertible. When the Trophy Series Ford kits came along I built them all – 32 roadster and coupe, 40 coupe, 39/40 sedan, double T kit, Ala Kart, etc. In these instructions were drawings of all the other kits, including the first truck models I’d ever seen. I’d had toy trucks, but these were the first 1/25 kits I’d ever seen. The Chevys looked wild and stylish with the roof line, jet pod hood and a box full of tacky customizing accessories. I never had one of the models, but thought they were really special like the boat kits. The father of a friend that lived across the street bought a brand new long fleetside in 1962. Here's a rather grainy picture of it a few years later after he added a camper. We thought the headlights looked goofy and commented he should have bought a short bed stepside. He agreed they were more popular, but thought the long bed looked better balanced, plus it was his work truck. By the late 60’s, these trucks were cheap enough young guys could afford them. With a 283 or 327, it was easy to slap in a 4 speed. It seemed like every cool truck had a set of slot mags and Mickey Thompsons. All it took was a Hurst shifter and a black naugahyde seat cover to create an instant hot rod. With no weight in the back a guy could burn rubber around every corner, and the farm type girls liked guys with trucks. So in summary – the styling of the roof line and original hood, and the legacy of popularity when these were "late model" trucks.

12-09-2009, 07:22 PM	#11
Indian113 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Monroe,Iowa Posts: 4,370	Re: Your favorite thing about a 60-66? I have to admit I like the Muscle look of my wife's 64,she says it's got a cute but! she might of picked that up from me. I also like the ease of working on it the parts are available and moderatly priced.

12-09-2009, 08:59 PM	#13
collins10672 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: bean station tennessee Posts: 398	Re: Your favorite thing about a 60-66? to me it is definitely the body design.most unique ever built.from the roof top to the hood and front fenders.i think that the 1960-66 trucks are the best looking design ever made and the 1988-98 short bed regular cab are a close second to me.i have owned 8 64-66 trucks over the years and first fell in love with them when my dad bought a 64 short fleet in the late 70's when i was a wee little lad.

12-09-2009, 10:46 PM	#14
1restorick Registered User Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: South West Pennsylvania Posts: 163	Re: Your favorite thing about a 60-66? I love the overall body design and the rugged all steel interior. I really like the two hump dash in the 60-63 models. I also like that the headlights are mounted super low to the ground when compared to most trucks. Rick __________________ RED RUMBLE 1963 C10 Chevy Truck Owned since 1984

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yote1234 Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: Gold Canyon Arizona Posts: 4,320	Re: Your favorite thing about a 60-66? I like the smell... smells like chevrolet truck did in 1965 __________________ 1971 K5 CST Blazer 1965 Chevelle Malibu 283 (sadly sold) 1968 Camaro 327 1968 Honda mini-trail z50a #377 1966 uh 1-D Huey

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brandon283 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: winnipeg, manitoba Posts: 46	Re: Your favorite thing about a 60-66? i really like the wrap around windshields of the 60-63, and the early 4 headlight grills as well as the lines in the roof, and tiny back window

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6377toys Registered User Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Mankato, MN. Posts: 15	Re: Your favorite thing about a 60-66? I too love the hood and not having to reach over tall fenders like the newer trucks. I also think the roof line is the most interesting of all GM trucks. Most of all I love it because my Dad bought it for me back in '73 (when my son was born) so I had a second vehicle.

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tferbend Registered User Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: houston, Posts: 8	Re: Your favorite thing about a 60-66? It's PAID FOR!!!

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