most original 60-66 truck in existence?

[1963c-10]

Very cool pics

[likaroc13]

i have my '66 insured through Chubb, and they send out a newsletter every so often...i saved this from one of the past ones...i had my wife scan it because i couldn't get it into a small enough format to attach here...i was able to upload it to Photobucket, but it might be hard to read for some folks...if you're interested, shoot me a PM with your email, & i'll send you the original file

it's gotta be one of the rarest 4x4 survivors around:

[oem4me]

Based upon what it would take to restore a truck to similar condition, my take is that this was one heck of a deal at a little over 15k, not just market value. Factor in a premium for the low mile, all-original aspect, and it's just stupid cheap.
Auctions are risky for sellers, as you never know who is or is NOT there to bid that day. The buyer on that day got very lucky. Same truck was sold a year or two before for about for 21k, which still wasn't bad.

[likaroc13]

Originally Posted by oem4me

Based upon what it would take to restore a truck to similar condition, my take is that this was one heck of a deal at a little over 15k, not just market value. Factor in a premium for the low mile, all-original aspect, and it's just stupid cheap.
Auctions are risky for sellers, as you never know who is or is NOT there to bid that day. The buyer on that day got very lucky. Same truck was sold a year or two before for about for 21k, which still wasn't bad.

i was thinking the same...seems like a steal of a deal for that buyer!

[Pzary3233]

Mine is not clean but she seems pretty original except for the hubcaps, CB, MSD box (WTF?) and winch...





Look here! Another Fawn colored Firewall...




Sadly this happened to it and it sat for 15 years till I rescued it:



Still has the complete jack and tool kit under the seat:

[CRGRS 66]

Cool, nice steering wheel, like the bungie cord keeping the door shut I presume?

[Pzary3233]

lol YES! Had to get it home without taking something out....

[60-66]

Finally dug out the 1960 Fleetside. This one has 22,000 original miles. I've had this truck maybe 12 years? or so. Original paint on Cab fenders doors and hood, bed has been redone. Interior completely original. I had done some clean up years ago under the hood and buffed it out. I put 15x8s and 235 75 15 tires and some chrome to brighten it up back then . Has a factory Hazard flasher with the hang tag,Radio and positraction. No rust ever and never been hit . Excellent driver..

[sodly]

That's really cool. Personally, I would love to see it with the factory skinny wheels when it's such an (otherwise) stock and original truck. But I can definitely appreciate the aesthetic you've created with the wider rubber, too. At least the hubcaps are there. That's big bonus points in my book!

[markeb01]

Truly amazing.

[CRGRS 66]

jaw dropper, unbelievable truck!

Like the 58/59 Fleetside as well!

[60-66]

Originally Posted by sodly

That's really cool. Personally, I would love to see it with the factory skinny wheels when it's such an (otherwise) stock and original truck. But I can definitely appreciate the aesthetic you've created with the wider rubber, too. At least the hubcaps are there. That's big bonus points in my book!

I agree, when I first did this truck skinney wheels were not cool. NOW though I think they look better, just makes them look like they should, makes them stand out in a crowd so to speak. I still have them so they will be back on some day.

[60-66]

Originally Posted by CRGRS 66

jaw dropper, unbelievable truck!

Like the 58/59 Fleetside as well!

Thanks, when I get the 59 cleaned up I will post better pictures. Its a 29,000 mile 100% original black paint truck except for the wheels again, still have them and THEY are going back on this one. This is one of the straightest trucks I've ever had.

[62 Barnfind]

Love that 60 truck. I hope one day I can get mine to look like that. It is hard to believe that there are some trucks out there that are in that shape. I am from Texas and growing up I see these trucks on the farms and they are always beat up. Like mine. It is great to see one in good shape. Great truck!

[oem4me]

It's really great to see your contributions to this thread. As you might have noticed, sometimes the originality threads on the forum can lag a bit. We've got a little momentum going here with these recent additions ...so keep em coming, I know you can.
Also, I don't even care that it's the wrong generation for us 60-66ers, I gotta see more of that black truck.

[60-66]

Originally Posted by oem4me

It's really great to see your contributions to this thread. As you might have noticed, sometimes the originality threads on the forum can lag a bit. We've got a little momentum going here with these recent additions ...so keep em coming, I know you can.
Also, I don't even care that it's the wrong generation for us 60-66ers, I gotta see more of that black truck.

Your creating a lot of work for me... LOL... But Im enjoying it. The 59 is next in line. Its been sitting on a lift in my building now for at least 6 years. I had some trouble blowing out the ballast resistor on the firewall so I got fed up and put it away.Any ideas on the cause ? Walked home twice each time about two miles. This truck still had two original tires on it. I have some "AS FOUND" pictures of the truck if interested. Truck was stored in a HOUSE in North Carolina since 1985 along with a 57 Chevy Belair with 19,000 miles !!!

[oem4me]

Originally Posted by 60-66

I have some "AS FOUND" pictures of the truck if interested. Truck was stored in a HOUSE in North Carolina since 1965 along with a 57 Chevy Belair with 19,000 miles !!!

Nah, no interest. ...What, are you kidding! Lets see it AND the Belair! Those two vehicles may not 60-66 trucks, but otherwise they are EXACTLY what this thread is about.

[rideblue00]

Your 4x4 and that blue one, are just awesome. So are the others as well. Do you have a name for each of them. The pics show some other trucks as well, are those yours too?

[markeb01]

Originally Posted by oem4me

...What, are you kidding! Lets see it AND the Belair! Those two vehicles may not 60-66 trucks, but otherwise they are EXACTLY what this thread is about.

I agree completely. My appreciation for immaculate survivors isn't restricted to just 60-66 trucks.

[60-66]

Originally Posted by oem4me

Nah, no interest. ...What, are you kidding! Lets see it AND the Belair! Those two vehicles may not 60-66 trucks, but otherwise they are EXACTLY what this thread is about.

Heres the pictures. Notice the house style building it was in. The 57 I didnt have any interest in but there is one picture. I still have the aluminum cap that saved the bed. The roof leaked and the cap kept the water off the wood.

[60-66]

Originally Posted by rideblue00

Your 4x4 and that blue one, are just awesome. So are the others as well. Do you have a name for each of them. The pics show some other trucks as well, are those yours too?

Thank you. Yes all the other trucks are ours. I have several more from 59-67 Chevy and GMCs. My main interest is 60-66. I have a 67 with 8000 miles but I think Im going to sell that one as I need the space.

[oem4me]

LOVE these shots. We all can imagine the absolute thrill you must have had when seeing this perfect truck in it's "sleep state".

[likaroc13]

Originally Posted by 60-66

Thank you. Yes all the other trucks are ours. I have several more from 59-67 Chevy and GMCs. My main interest is 60-66. I have a 67 with 8000 miles but I think Im going to sell that one as I need the space.

all i can say is wow...everything you have is an awesome sight, & i'd love to come across a truly original truck (or car) someday...while i appreciated them, i was never really much into original stuff and always leaned more towards customized...but this site has really made me realize how cool (and rare) it can be to own a truly original vehicle...it's amazing to think something can go that many years "untouched"...thanks again for sharing!

[jocko]

wow. I was so busy drooling over the blue 60 I didn't notice the black 59 at first. But then, of course, I wet my pants. I LOVE that 59, it is quite perfect.

[gimmy 64]

while were at it what's the story on the suburban in the picture of your trucks?